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4.27 AVERAGE
4.27 AVERAGE
hopeful
lighthearted
I feel like a bad person. I LOVED Anne of Green Gables and saw so much of myself in her, and in the second book I enjoyed it too - but honestly, the part of these later books that I've been the most excited about was between her and Gilbert - which this book DID deliver on. As far as the other stuff, well, it was alright. Gosh I feel shallow.
I guess what really bothered me about her college experience that other than the being poor and having some good friends, it was extremely lacking any sort of narrative or development. So much of my college experience was the classes and the horror and success of surviving them, while this was "And they worked hard and she schooled them all with her brilliance" - and that was it.
Ok, there was one other thing that was VERY important in this book - and that's Anne learning what daydream happiness is from what actually makes you happy.
I feel bad for not loving this book with a passion like I did the first book - but oh my goodness I'm so glad that they finally got together at the end! I mean, it's not a spoiler because YOU KNOW IT'S GOING TO HAPPEN, but still, man - that was intense.
I guess what really bothered me about her college experience that other than the being poor and having some good friends, it was extremely lacking any sort of narrative or development. So much of my college experience was the classes and the horror and success of surviving them, while this was "And they worked hard and she schooled them all with her brilliance" - and that was it.
Ok, there was one other thing that was VERY important in this book - and that's Anne learning what daydream happiness is from what actually makes you happy.
I feel bad for not loving this book with a passion like I did the first book - but oh my goodness I'm so glad that they finally got together at the end! I mean, it's not a spoiler because YOU KNOW IT'S GOING TO HAPPEN, but still, man - that was intense.
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
What a wonderful read! I never expected to see So many weddings and proposals in this book! This was another wonderful read about Anne growing up. I loved seeing her mature and learn what true love looks like.
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Sweet and sentimental
adventurous
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
sad
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
Anne and Gilbert 4ever
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
“And she was richer in those dreams than in realities; for things seen pass away, but the things that are unseen are eternal.”
Anne of the Island is a right time at the right moment read. The last half is so relatable. I'm at a similar place in my life, experiencing similar emotions. My life is moving forward, but it feels stagnant and there are moments of feeling left behind, lonely and empty. This book makes me feel seen!
I love Anne. I love the places that she finds beauty in and the wholesome small town vibes. I love the family and friends in her life, characters with mostly good intentions. I love the romance and its progression
Spoiler
from rivals, to friends, to confusion, to being terrified of something more, to rejection, to mixed feelings and finally realisation. I'm so happy for Anne and Gilbert and the ending is stunningThere are two aspects that I'm not keen on. One, Anne has a superior air about her, but because I love her character, I'm more tolerant towards that personality flaw. Two, I do not condone attempted cat murdering.
These books are my happy place! They're comforting, familiar and whimsical. Anne of the Island follows a more grown-up Anne. The story is still heartwarming, but there are few moments of bitterness, harsh realities and bleak realisations.
A beautifully written depiction of the bittersweetness that is life.
“While there's life there's hope.”
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes