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Prince Edward Island -- Fiction Books
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L. M. (Lucy Maud) Montgomery
The Story Girl
"The Story Girl" by L. M. Montgomery is a novel published in 1911. It follows young cousins and their friends spending a summer on a Prince Edward Island farm, captivated by their cousin Sara Stanley—the Story Girl—whose gift for storytelling brings magic to everyday life. Through enchanting tales of family history, witches, and wonder, Sara transforms ordinary moments into extraordinary adventures. The novel weaves together the children's experiences with Sara's mesmerizing stories, exploring friendship, imagination, and the power of narrative in rural Canadian life.
L. M. (Lucy Maud) Montgomery
Chronicles of Avonlea
"Chronicles of Avonlea" by L. M. Montgomery is a collection of short stories published in 1912. Set in the fictional Canadian village of Avonlea, these twelve tales explore the lives of various townspeople, their courtships, feuds, and second chances. While marketed as part of the Anne of Green Gables series, Anne Shirley appears only briefly. Most stories feature other Avonlea residents navigating love, family conflicts, and unexpected encounters that transform their lives in this intimate community portrait.
L. M. (Lucy Maud) Montgomery
Further Chronicles of Avonlea
"Further Chronicles of Avonlea" by L. M. Montgomery is a collection of short stories published in 1920. This sequel to "Chronicles of Avonlea" presents fifteen tales about the inhabitants of the fictional village of Avonlea on Prince Edward Island. Though sometimes marketed as part of the Anne Shirley series, Anne appears in only one story. The collection features stories of family feuds, secret romances, mysterious children, and social scandals—all unfolding in Montgomery's beloved Canadian setting. Notably, the book was published without Montgomery's permission, leading to a lengthy legal battle.
L. (Lily) Dougall
The Mermaid: A Love Tale
"The Mermaid: A Love Tale" by L. Dougall is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story is set on the north-west coast of Prince Edward's Island and primarily follows the life of Caius Simpson, a thoughtful and sensitive young man who is deeply affected by the struggles of those around him, especially after witnessing a tragic event involving a local family. As he grapples with his own emotions and a sense of nobility, the novel explores themes of love, loss, and the extraordinary in everyday life. The opening of the book introduces Caius as he reflects on his upbringing and the strict morals implanted by his father. During a fishing trip, he encounters a bleak farm and becomes entangled in the despair of the farmer's wife, who is later revealed to have committed a horrific act. This encounter catalyzes Caius's journey of self-discovery, revealing his inclination towards empathy and his desire to connect with those suffering around him. As he witnesses the repercussions of the tragedy, Caius is drawn into a world filled with emotional turbulence, foreshadowing his eventual relationship with the intriguing figure of the mermaid that symbolizes both beauty and the complexities of love.
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