Emily of New Moon is the first book in the Emily of New Moon series by L.M. Montgomery. It follows the story of Emily Starr, a young orphan who moves to Prince Edward Island to live with her aunts and uncle. Emily is a creative and imaginative girl who loves to write stories and poems. She quickly makes friends with her new neighbors, including Ilse Burnley, Teddy Kent, and Perry Miller. Emily also meets the mysterious and reclusive Mr. Carpenter, who lives in a nearby abandoned house. As Emily adjusts to her new life, she struggles to find her place in the world. She is often teased by her classmates for her wild imagination and her lack of knowledge about the world. Despite this, Emily continues to pursue her dreams of becoming a writer. Throughout the book, Emily faces many challenges and learns important lessons about friendship, family, and the power of imagination. In the end, Emily discovers that she can make her dreams come true if she never gives up.
By Lucy Maud Montgomery · First published 1923 · Genre: Coming-of-Age Fiction, Romance, Historical Fiction · 31 chapters