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4.15 AVERAGE
4.15 AVERAGE
Anne of Avonlea was nice to read because I wasn’t able to compare it to the show. The show ends at the end of the first book, whereas the second takes place when Anne is a teacher and is slightly more grown up. I like how Anne’s growth is written. She’s definitely grown into a sensible young woman but she hasn’t lost her impulsiveness or imagination and she’s still determined as ever.
I also adore how they portray Gilbert’s love/crush for Anne. It doesn’t take away from her story and she doesn’t even know about it. He is just trying to better himself so that Anne may one day - hopefully - love him. But he’s not angry or upset that she doesn’t have feelings like that for him now.
Finally, my only real problem with this book is the lack of plot. Sure, Anne does a bunch of things in this book but nothing is concrete enough to be a plot it’s mostly about Anne’s growth as a person.
I also adore how they portray Gilbert’s love/crush for Anne. It doesn’t take away from her story and she doesn’t even know about it. He is just trying to better himself so that Anne may one day - hopefully - love him. But he’s not angry or upset that she doesn’t have feelings like that for him now.
Finally, my only real problem with this book is the lack of plot. Sure, Anne does a bunch of things in this book but nothing is concrete enough to be a plot it’s mostly about Anne’s growth as a person.
adventurous
funny
hopeful
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
N/A
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus:
N/A
I switched to a print edition!
The episodic structure of the Anne books really shines here, with a collection of sweet, funny, charming anecdotes. Davy and Ginger the Swearing Parrot are my favorites. And I must say, on this reread, I don't find Miss Lavender as romantic as I once did, though I am quite jealous of her beautiful white hair.
adventurous
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-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:
No
adventurous
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Content Warnings
Moderate: Animal death, Death of parent
What a beautiful, heartwarming book.. yes there a still odd saccharine moments but they are few and the rest is filled with the joys and sorrows of growing up and moving on.
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
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:
No
adventurous
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No