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Rilla of Ingleside (Anne of Green Gables, #8)

L.M. Montgomery
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Rilla of Ingleside (Anne of Green Gables, #8)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 1997

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L.M. Montgomery

Rilla of Ingleside (Anne of Green Gables, #8)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 1997
Book Details
Pages

277

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Prince Edward Island • 1910s

Publication Year

1997

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

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Super Short Summary

Rilla of Ingleside by L.M. Montgomery follows Rilla, a young woman living through World War I, as she navigates personal growth, family challenges, and war's impact on her community. Part of the Anne of Green Gables series, it highlights themes of resilience and maturation during tumultuous times.

Reviews & Readership

4.4

54,012 ratings

80%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Rilla of Ingleside by L.M. Montgomery receives praise for its compelling portrayal of World War I's impact on the home front, particularly through its strong and relatable protagonist, Rilla Blythe. Critics appreciate Montgomery's emotional depth and vivid character development. However, some note that wartime scenes can feel overly sentimental or idealized, detracting from realism.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Rilla of Ingleside (Anne of Green Gables, #8)?

Fans of historical fiction with strong character development will enjoy Rilla of Ingleside by L.M. Montgomery. Readers who appreciate the coming-of-age journey, akin to those found in Louisa May Alcott’s Little Women, will find Rilla’s World War I-era experiences compelling and relatable.

4.4

54,012 ratings

80%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

277

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Prince Edward Island • 1910s

Publication Year

1997

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

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