Anne of Green Gables (Anne of Green Gables, #1) in 100 books to read before you die

Aug 01, 2020 Priya rated it liked it · review of another edition

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The writing is quite dramatic, the way Anne expresses herself is quite unique and humorous. The character development of Anne and Marilla as she grows older is very well documented.
I just don’t think I am the target audience for this book. Too sweet.
I feel this book wrapped up nicely in the end no cliff hangers, and I don’t really feel the need to continue this series.

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Jun 03, 2017 Ophelinha rated it it was amazing

Clear the way, for here comes Anne Shirley, the world's favourite redhead. What she lacks she makes up for with her unquenchable, far-fetched imagination, able to work its magic even 'in the depths od despair'. Her love of big words, her ever lasting search for 'kindred spirits' and her big heart make her one of literature's true sweethearts. ...more

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Dec 05, 2012 Susan rated it it was amazing

Don’t remember my first read of this but I was delighted by the writing in this go round. Not just a good yarn and a charming Anne but also some lovely writing.

“lm sure we should not shut our hearts against the healing influences that nature offers us. But I understand your feeling. I think we all experience the same thing. We resent the thought that anything can please us when someone we love is no longer here to share the pleasure with us, and we almost feel as if we were unfaithful to our sor ...more

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