Marsden distills the high notes from Montgomery's original-the raspberry cordial incident, Anne's redemption, and the dress with the pretty puffed sleeves among them-while Thummler's bright palette showcases the natural beauty in Avonlea that so captivates Anne. Thummler's crisp illustrations warmly capture pug-nosed Anne's indomitable spirit as she navigates her new life with sibling caretakers Matthew and Marilla Cuthbert. From triumphs and thrills to the depths of despair, Anne turns each everyday moment into something extraordinary.Īn orphan with 'hair as red as carrots' and the mischief she creates come to vivid life in this graphic novel version of Lucy Maud Montgomery's classic novel, a debut for both author and artist. Lynde and that infuriating tease, Gilbert Blythe. With flame-red hair and an unstoppable imagination, 11-year-old Anne Shirley takes Green Gables by storm.Īnne's misadventures bring a little romance to the lives of everyone she meets: her bosom friend, Diana Barry the town gossip, Mrs. When Matthew and Marilla Cuthbert decide to adopt an orphan who can help manage their family farm, they have no idea what delightful trouble awaits them. Montgomery's treasured classic is reimagined in a whimsically-illustrated graphic novel adaptation perfect for newcomers and kindred spirits alike. Brian Selznick, author/illustrator of 'The Invention of Hugo Cabret' and 'The Marvels' Like Anne herself, you won't want to leave. Together Marsden and Thummler conjure all the magic and beauty of Green Gables. The spirit of Anne is alive and well in Mariah Marsden's crisp adaptation, and it's a thrill to watch as the beloved orphan rushes headlong through Brenna Thummler's heavenly landscapes.

Explore the violet vales and glorious green of Avonlea in this spirited adaptation.

Anne of Green Gables by Mariah Marsden