"'Kilmeny of the Orchard' is one of the few stand-alone novels by Canadian author L.M. Montgomery, best known for her 'Anne of Green Gables' series of books.
'Kilmeny of the Orchard' tells the story of Eric Marshall, a young, successful teacher who takes a temporary position on Prince Edward Island. While there, he meets Kilmeny Gordon, a beautiful and talented young woman who is mute. Kilmeny lives a secluded life, communicating through writing and music, her violin expressing what words cannot. Eric becomes captivated by her innocence, intelligence, and mysterious silence. As their friendship deepens into love, Eric learns that Kilmeny's muteness stems from emotional trauma and family secrets.
The novel explores themes of love, healing, and the transformative power of understanding. With Montgomery's signature blend of romance and pastoral beauty, 'Kilmeny of the Orchard' is presented here in its original and unabridged format and has been narrated by renowned audiobook performer Sara Nichols, best known for her performance of Charlotte Bronte's 'Jane Eyre,' Willa Cather's 'Prairie Trilogy' and the complete works of Jane Austen."
"Lucy Maud Montgomery, the Canadian author best known for her 'Anne of Green Gables' series, also wrote a small number of stand-alone novels that have become among the most admired and well-read books in Canadian literature. Here, we present two of Montgomery's finest novels: 'The Blue Castle' and 'Kilmeny of the Orchard.'
In the first, we meet young Valancy Stirling, whose life of drudgery and torment living with her oppressive family takes an abrupt turn when she is diagnosed with a fatal disease. Pledging to finally live life to the fullest while she still can, Valancy flees her home and takes up with local ne'er-do-well Barney Snaith...only to discover true happiness for the first time in her life.
Next, we present 'Kilmeny of the Orchard,' the story of Eric Marshall, a young, successful teacher who takes a temporary position on Prince Edward Island. While there, he meets Kilmeny Gordon, a beautiful and talented young woman who is mute. Eric becomes captivated by her innocence, intelligence, and mysterious silence. As their friendship deepens into love, Eric learns that Kilmeny's muteness stems from emotional trauma and family secrets.
Two of the most beloved works in Canadian literature, L.M. Montgomery's 'The Blue Castle' and 'Kilmeny of the Orchard' are presented here in their original and unabridged formats and have been narrated by renowned audiobook performer Sara Nichols, best known for her productions of Charlotte Bronte's 'Jane Eyre,' Willa Cather's 'Prairie Trilogy' and the complete works of Jane Austen."
"Anne Shirley leaves the familiar fields and quiet lanes of Prince Edward Island behind as she steps into a new chapter of her life at Redmond College in Nova Scotia.
College brings fresh friendships, intellectual awakening, and a wider world than Anne has ever known—but it also brings difficult choices. As she balances academic ambition with the pull of home, Anne faces romantic proposals, shifting loyalties, and the growing realization that love, like life, is more complex than the ideals she once imagined.
Set against the gentle rhythms of early twentieth-century Canada, Anne of the Island is a story of maturity and self-discovery—of learning when to hold fast to dreams, and when to let them evolve. With warmth, humor, and emotional insight, L. M. Montgomery traces Anne’s journey from girlhood toward womanhood, capturing the quiet moments that shape a heart and define a future.
This beloved third novel in the Anne Shirley series continues one of literature’s most enduring coming-of-age stories."
"Die ersten Ehe-Jahre von Anne und Gilbert in Four Winds
Nach ihrer Hochzeit ziehen Anne und der junge Arzt Gilbert Blythe in ein kleines Haus am Meer. Schon bald gewinnt das junge Paar neue Freunde: Captain Jim, den alten Leuchtturmwärter, Miss Cornelia und vor allem die junge Leslie Moore - eine außergewöhnliche Schönheit, deren Leben von einem tragischen Geheimnis überschattet wird. Als Anne selbst einen schlimmen Schicksalsschlag hinnehmen muss, ist es Leslies Freundschaft, die ihr hilft, ihr Leben neu zu beginnen ...
Lucy Maud Montgomery schuf mit ihrer Anne-Reihe einen wahren Klassiker der Weltliteratur, der ganze Generationen begeistert. Mit ihrer Anne inspirierte sie Astrid Lindgren für die berühmte Pippi Langstrumpf.
Eva Mattes erhielt für ihre besonderen Interpretationen den Ehrenpreis des Deutschen Hörbuchpreises. Wie schon bei ihren beliebten Lesungen der Jane-Austen-Romane entführt sie mit warmem Timbre in eine unvergessene Welt. Eine große Stimme für ein großes Werk."
"This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.
Come celebrate Christmas with Anne of Green Gables and many of your other beloved friends from Prince Edward Island. Collected here are twelve wonderful holiday stories from a better, simpler time. Each story provides plenty of scope for imagination. L. M. Montgomery's writing is witty and wonderful. Spend the holiday season with her and her delightful characters."
"This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.
Emily Climbs is the second in a series of novels by Lucy Maud Montgomery. It was first published in 1925. While the legal battle with Montgomery's publishing company (L.C. Page) continued, Montgomery's husband Ewan MacDonald continued to suffer clinical depression. Montgomery, tired of writing the Anne series, created a new heroine named Emily. At the same time as writing, Montgomery was also copying her journal from her early years. The biographical elements heavily influenced the Emily trilogy."
"This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.
Emily of New Moon is the first in a series of novels by Lucy Maud Montgomery about an orphan girl growing up on Prince Edward Island. It is similar to the author's Anne of Green Gables series. It was first published in 1923."
"Rediscover the magic of a Prince Edward Island winter in this enchanting collection of holiday classics from the beloved author of Anne of Green Gables. From frost-dusted pines and crackling hearths to the unmistakable warmth of kindred spirits, L.M. Montgomery weaves her signature magic in thirteen timeless tales that capture the true essence of the season. Whether it is the unexpected joy found in 'Aunt Cyrilla’s Christmas Basket' or the heartwarming redemption of 'Christmas at Red Butte', these stories offer a nostalgic embrace for the soul. Montgomery’s rich, descriptive prose transports you to a world where a simple act of kindness can change a life forever. Perfect for decorating the tree, traveling to visit loved ones, or curling up by the fire with a hot cup of cocoa, this audiobook is the ultimate holiday companion for listeners of all ages. Don’t let the season pass you by - press play and let L.M. Montgomery fill your home with holiday magic."
"This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.
The Blue Castle is a novel about Valancy Stirling, a timid, unmarried woman in her late twenties who has spent her life oppressed by a judgmental family and paralyzed by social fear, until a mistaken medical diagnosis convinces her she is dying. Freed by the belief that she has nothing to lose, Valancy begins to live honestly for the first time—defying her relatives, embracing independence, and forming an unexpected bond with the socially ostracized but quietly noble Barney Snaith. Through this self-liberation, she discovers love, dignity, and a life of meaning beyond convention, only to learn that the diagnosis was wrong and that the courage she found was never dependent on death, but on her willingness to choose her own life."
"First published in 1926, The Blue Castle is L. M. Montgomery’s quietly radical novel of self-emancipation and moral courage.
Valancy Stirling is twenty-nine years old and has never truly lived. Trapped beneath the suffocating expectations of her family and a rigid social order that values obedience over truth, she moves through life silently—until a shocking medical diagnosis forces her to confront the possibility that time has been wasted beyond recovery.
What follows is not a dramatic rebellion, but a series of deliberate choices. Valancy begins to speak honestly. She leaves the life that has diminished her. And, in defiance of polite society, she aligns herself with the mysterious and socially suspect Barney Snaith, proposing marriage on her own terms.
Together, they withdraw from convention to a remote lakeside existence—a place of quiet labor, emotional clarity, and unresolved secrets. Yet freedom, once claimed, does not erase the past. It reshapes it.
Written with restraint, psychological insight, and understated wit, The Blue Castle stands apart from Montgomery’s earlier work as a mature exploration of autonomy, dignity, and the courage required to live truthfully when certainty is no longer guaranteed.
Narrated by Amy Jean Page, this audiobook offers a reflective and emotionally intelligent listening experience for lovers of classic literature and character-driven storytelling."
"This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice.
Anne, a young orphan from Bolingbroke, Nova Scotia is sent to Prince Edward Island. Marilla and Matthew Cuthbert, siblings in their 50s and 60s, had decided to adopt a boy from the orphanage to help Matthew run their farm. They live at Green Gables, their farmhouse in Avonlea. Through a misunderstanding, the orphanage sends Anne Shirley.
Anne is described as bright and quick, eager to please, talkative and imaginative. She has a pale face with freckles and usually braids her red hair. When asked her name, Anne tells Marilla to call her Cordelia, which Marilla refuses; Anne then insists that if she is to be called Anne, it must be spelled with an 'e', as that spelling is 'so much more distinguished'.
Marilla at first says the girl must return to the orphanage, but after a few days, she decides to let her stay. Marilla feels that she could be a good influence on the girl and also overheard that another disagreeable woman in town might take Anne instead."
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