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Anne of Green Gables Reader’s Guide

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Reading Anne of Green Gables is very much a right of passage to any young reader aged 9 to 14. But did you know there's more than just one book to her story? Here is a summary of what you can expect, plus the whole list of books in order.

The books follow the life of our young main character and orphan Anne Shirley, as she is sent to live in a place called Green Gables, charming everyone with her power of imagination and kind spirit. Over the course of the series, Anne goes from pre-teen to fully grown adult, moving through the motions of everyday life, as well as living her first big experiences, like her first kiss, changing jobs, falling in love and becoming a mother. Despite the curveballs life throws at her from a very young age, Anne has a positive approach to life, making her a character we can truly root for, love and grow with. 

Anne's main story is also followed by some additional books following her children: Rainbow Valley, Rilla of Ingleside and The Blythes Are Quoted.

This is a lovely series to tuck into if you'd like to read a cosy classic, and is perfect for fans of Little Women and The Secret Garden. If you love Anne's story and would like to find more series with this vibe, check out our blog post on the Best Family and Home Book Series for 9 and 10 year olds.  

All the Anne of Green Gables books in order:

Book 1: Anne of Green Gables (1908)
Book 2: Anne of Avonlea (1909)
Book 3: Anne of the Island (1915)
Book 4: Anne of Windy Willows (1936) (US title - Anne of Windy Poplars)
Book 5: Anne's House of Dreams (1917)
Book 6: Anne of Ingleside (1939)
Book 7: Rainbow Valley (1919)
Book 8: Rilla of Ingleside (1921)
Book 9: The Blythes Are Quoted (2009)

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Book 1
Anne of Green Gables
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Anne of Green Gables

'Oh, it seems so wonderful that I'm going to live with you and belong to you. I've never belonged to anybody - not reall... MoreAnne of Green Gables

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Book 2
Anne of Avonlea
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Anne of Avonlea

The second book in the Anne Shirley series. 'Having adventures comes natural to some people,' said Anne serenely. 'You ... MoreAnne of Avonlea

(6 reviews) 5 6
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Book 3
Anne of the Island
Book 3

Anne of the Island

The third book in the Anne Shirley series. Anne leaves childhood behind as she moves from Green Gables to attend Richmo... MoreAnne of the Island

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Book 4
Anne of Windy Willows
Book 4

Anne of Windy Willows

The fourth book in the Anne Shirley series. 'Gilbert, I'm afraid I'm scandalously in love with you' Anne Shirley and G... MoreAnne of Windy Willows

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Book 5
Anne's House of Dreams
Book 5

Anne's House of Dreams

The fifth book in the Anne Shirley series. 'They belonged to each other; and, no matter what life might hold for them, ... MoreAnne's House of Dreams

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Book 6
Anne of Ingleside
Book 6

Anne of Ingleside

The sixth book in the Anne Shirley series. 'It's been lovely to be Anne of Green Gables again for a week, but it's a hu... MoreAnne of Ingleside

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Book 7
Rainbow Valley
Book 7

Rainbow Valley

The seventh book in the Anne Shirley series. 'There was a little unfailing spring, always icy cold and crystal pure, in... MoreRainbow Valley

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Book 8
Rilla of Ingleside: A Virago Modern Classic
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Rilla of Ingleside: A Virago Modern Classic

The eighth book in the Anne Shirley series. Anne Shirley's children are almost all grown up - except for pretty, high-s... MoreRilla of Ingleside: A Virago Modern Classic

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Book 9
The Blythes Are Quoted
Book 9

The Blythes Are Quoted

The Blythes Are Quoted is the last work of fiction by the internationally celebrated author of Anne of Green Gables. Int... MoreThe Blythes Are Quoted

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