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Adultery, illegitimacy, misogyny, revenge, murder, despair, bitterness, hatred, and death—usually not the first terms associated with L.M. Montgomery. But in The Blythes Are Quoted, completed shortly before her death and never before published in its entirety, Montgomery brought these topics to the forefront in what she intended to be the ninth volume in her bestselling series featuring her beloved heroine Anne. Divided into two sections, one set before and one after the Great War of 1914—1918, The Blythes Are Quoted contains fifteen episodes that include an adult Anne and her family. Binding these short stories, Montgomery inserted sketches featuring Anne and Gilbert Blythe discussing poems by Anne and their middle son, Walter, who dies as a soldier in the war. By blending poetry, prose, and dialogue, Montgomery was experimenting with storytelling methods in ways she had never before attempted. The Blythes Are Quoted marks the final word of a writer whose work continues to fascinate readers all over the world.
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9 primary books13 released booksAnne of Green Gables is a 13-book series with 9 primary works first released in 1908 with contributions by Budge Wilson, L.M. Montgomery, and Lucy Maud Montgomery.
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I only recently learned this book existed (shout out to the Worst Bestsellers/Material Girls crossover episode) and decided to re-read the whole series before checking this out. Worthwhile endeavor! Start to finish! This felt like it could have been L.M. Montgomery's Tumblr if she hadn't died in 1942. I kind of skimmed some of the poems but always loved the little family chatter after each poem. It's giving early fanfiction where your characters comment on the work. Love it.
Some of the short stories felt a little same-y especially the way they all quote Susan Baker but also I enjoyed the cozy vibes. A fun artifact!