READ: 22.08.17 - 23.08.17

BOOK: Anne of Green Gables

AUTHOR: L. M. Montgomery

GENRE: Children's Novel

BRIEF DESCRIPTION: The romantic Anne Shirley begins her adventures at Green Gables, a farm outside Avonlea, Prince Edward Island. When the freckled girl realizes that the elderly Cuthberts wanted to adopt a boy instead, she begins to try to win them and, consequently, the reader, over.

REVIEW: I knew I would love this book before I read it, but I didn't realise how much I would adore it. I've previously watched the film adaptation (the 1985 one) and I loved that, so I was very excited to read the book.

I love this book for so many reasons, but in general it is so charming. All of the characters are beautifully developed and distinctive, and it was a real joy to read about Anne's adventures and mistakes. I particularly liked the character of Marilla, I think she is a really interesting and funny character.

The story itself was very engaging and crafted wonderfully; I found myself sucked into this new world and I really want to read on in the series to see what happens next.

FINAL VERDICT: A really lovey read, one that I know I will re-read again and again. I'm so glad I've finally read this.

RATING: 10/10