Anne of the Island

Anne of the Island, published in 1915, is the third novel in L. M. Montgomery's beloved Anne of Green Gables series. In this installment, Anne Shirley, now eighteen, leaves her cherished Prince Edward Island for the first time to pursue higher education at Redmond College in Nova Scotia. She embarks on a new chapter of her life, sharing a charming cottage with her old friends Priscilla Grant and Stella Maynard, and soon forming new friendships. As Anne navigates the academic world, she also experiences the complexities of young adulthood, including romantic proposals and the search for true love. She grapples with the ideals she has always held about romance and companionship, questioning whether her dreams align with reality. This period of self-discovery sees Anne maturing, making significant life choices, and ultimately understanding what her heart truly desires.

Reading ease score: 83.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.