The Anne of Green Gables Storybook: Based on the Kevin Sullivan Film of Lucy Maud Montgomery's Classic Novel

When I was a teenager in the 80s, my Mom and I would get veritably giddy with anticipation as PBS began promoting the next in its series of Anne of Green Gables broadcasts. After the first series, we were so hooked, it's a wonder we didn't become Canadian. I had not thought about my utter love of this series for a long time, until, recently, I wondered if my 2-year-old daughter might enjoy hearing stories from the book and seeing the series. Was I ever right! Sure, you'd think she's a little young, but even at not quite 3, she is just as hooked as my Mom and I were! We began by reading an abridged book of Anne stories, then we watched the film series, and then I purchased this book. Now, every day at nap time, she BEGS for another installment, asking, "Is Anne going back to school? Will she see Miss Stacey? Will she hit Gilbert on the head with a chalk board?" (This is NO exaggeration!). I've found this storybook not only to be lovely and evocative of the sweet moments in the PBS series but it is also beautifully written. The word choices are nothing short of crafted -- true to the Kevin Sullivan production of the story, and, I am sure, true to the original written version as well. This is a WONDERFUL storybook for fans of the literary and film renditions of this beautiful story. Even a toddler is hooked! We heartily endorse it! :)!

This book is a must for all Lucy Maud Montgomery fans...or anyone who enjoys a good read. Anne Shirley is full of life and imagination, making every page more exciting and enjoyable than the last. Anne's adventures through school and finding a family keep the reader interested with every page turn. It is a wonderful story and should be read by all.