Anne of the Island

Anne Shirley, now eighteen, leaves the familiar comforts of Green Gables and Avonlea for the hallowed halls of Redmond College in Nova Scotia. Accompanied by her steadfast friend — and former rival — Gilbert Blythe, Anne embarks on a new chapter of academic pursuits and independent living. As she navigates the vibrant world of university life, forming new friendships and deepening old ones, Anne grapples with the complexities of love, loss, and the ever-present question of her future, all while maintaining a tender connection to her roots through letters and cherished visits home. This novel chronicles her journey of self-discovery from a spirited girl to a thoughtful young woman on the cusp of adulthood.