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Anne of Avonlea

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1909

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Lucy Maud Montgomery

Anne of Avonlea

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1909
Book Details
Pages

276

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Prince Edward Island • 1900s

Publication Year

1909

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

Lexile Level

1020L

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Super Short Summary

In Anne of Avonlea, 16-year-old Anne Shirley becomes a school teacher in Avonlea, manages two mischievous orphans, and, alongside Gilbert Blythe, leads a Village Improvement Society. She befriends student Paul Irving and Miss Lavendar Lewis, helping rekindle an old romance. As friends marry and move on, Anne learns about love and maturity, eventually deciding to pursue higher education.

Nostalgic

Heartwarming

Inspirational

Contemplative

Humorous

Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

Anne of Avonlea by Lucy Maud Montgomery is predominantly praised for its charming depiction of Anne Shirley's growth and the engaging, whimsical portrayal of life in Avonlea. Reviewers appreciate the vivid character development and light-hearted narrative but note a slower pace and less dramatic tension compared to the first book. Overall, it’s a delightful continuation for fans.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Anne of Avonlea?

A reader who enjoys Anne of Avonlea by Lucy Maud Montgomery likely cherishes coming-of-age tales set in quaint, pastoral settings. Fans of Little Women or Heidi might appreciate this sequel to Anne of Green Gables, which offers warmth, humor, and Anne Shirley's continued journey of growth and community involvement.

Book Details
Pages

276

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Prince Edward Island • 1900s

Publication Year

1909

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

Lexile Level

1020L

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