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sareidle 's review for:
Anne of Green Gables
by L.M. Montgomery
emotional
funny
hopeful
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
It took me some time to get invested in this story, partially because it was over-hyped as essential reading for girls and young women. I did enjoy Anne's wonder of the world and Marilla's internal dialogue when she thought Anne was justified in her response but still showed poor manners. I was surprised at the time span of the story; it is truly a coming-of-age tale. I am more familiar with The Little House on the Prairie which spends more time on the Ingalls girls' youth and I thought this series would have similar pacing.
I will start Anne of Avonlea soon and look forward to reading more of Anne's adventures!
I will start Anne of Avonlea soon and look forward to reading more of Anne's adventures!
Graphic: Death of parent
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Minor: Child abuse, Fatphobia