Before she had arrived at Green Gables, Anne Shirley had a difficult early life. Orphaned as a baby, she was sent from one foster-home to the next, caring for other people's children even though she was but a child herself, and escaping from her dark reality through the power of her vivid imagination. Curious, inventive and outspoken, even at a young age, Anne battles to make a life for herself by searching out kindred spirits, finding solace in her books, and dreaming of the day she has a family of her own.

Budge Wilson has developed the seeds of L. M. Montgomery's ideas into a fully realized, beautifully written story.

Perfect for fans of Enid Blyton – classic tales of adventure, friendship, families and fun.

Reviewer: KJ

'This book is amazing! It is hard to tell the new Anne from the original and getting to know her before she reached Green Gables is wonderful. Witty, charming, sweet and a little sad, it is a must read for all Anne Shirley fans.'