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“Make them do as you want them to," she said. "I can’t," mourned Anne. "Averil is such an unmanageable heroine. She will do and say things I never meant her to. Then that spoils everything that went before and I have to write it all over again.”

Quote by Lucy Maud Montgomery

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Anne of the Island

This book is the third in the Anne of Green Gables series, continuing the story of Anne Shirley as she navigates life on Prince Edward Island. It explores themes of friendship, education, and personal growth. more

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Lucy Maud Montgomery
Lucy Maud Montgomery

Lucy Maud Montgomery was a Canadian author renowned for her children's literature, particularly the 'Anne of Green Gables' series. Her works are celebrated for their refreshing style and profound insights into human nature. more

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