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The "Emily" series, penned by L.M. Montgomery, is a captivating collection of novels that follow the life of Emily Starr, a young girl with a vivid imagination and a passion for writing. Set in Prince Edward Island, the series explores Emily's journey from childhood to adulthood as she navigates the challenges of family, friendship, and her pursuit of becoming a successful author. The first book, "Emily of New Moon," introduces Emily and her world, which is filled with memorable characters, including her strict Aunt Elizabeth, her kind Aunt Laura, and her mischievous cousins. Throughout the series, Emily's growth as a writer and her experiences at school, in love, and in her community shape her into a strong, independent, and creative young woman. The "Emily" series is a heartwarming and engaging read that will resonate with anyone who has ever dreamed of pursuing their passions and finding their place in the world...
Frances Hodgson Burnett
A Little Princess
In this classic children's novel, Sara Crewe, a young girl from India, is sent to boarding school in London after her father's death. Like Emily, Sara is intelligent, imaginative, and resourceful, and she uses her creativity to overcome adversity.
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Anne of Green Gables
If you loved Emily, you will certainly enjoy Montgomery's most famous work, Anne of Green Gables. This classic novel tells the story of Anne Shirley, an 11-year-old orphan who is sent to live with siblings Matthew and Marilla Cuthbert on their farm, Green Gables, in the fictional town of Avonlea on Prince Edward Island.
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The Secret Garden
Like Emily, The Secret Garden's protagonist, Mary Lennox, is a young girl who learns to find solace in nature. After losing her parents in a cholera outbreak in India, Mary is sent to live with her uncle in England, where she discovers a hidden, neglected garden and breathes new life into it.
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Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm
If you're looking for a book that features a young girl with a vivid imagination and a love of nature, look no further than Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm. Rebecca Randall is a charming, spirited girl who is sent to live with her two aunts on their farm in Maine.
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Little Women
While not a direct match for Emily, Little Women features four sisters who, like Emily, must navigate the challenges of growing up and finding their place in the world. The novel follows the lives of the March sisters as they come of age in Civil War-era New England.
Learn MoreElizabeth George Speare
The Witch of Blackbird Pond
Like Emily, Kit Tyler is a young girl who must navigate a new environment and find her place in a community that is wary of her. Set in 17th-century Connecticut, The Witch of Blackbird Pond tells the story of Kit, a 16-year-old girl who is accused of witchcraft after she befriends an old woman in the community.
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The Little White Horse
If you're looking for a book that features a young girl, a beautiful estate, and a touch of magic, The Little White Horse is a great choice. The novel follows Maria Merryweather, a young orphan who inherits a beautiful estate in the countryside and discovers that it is home to a magical horse and a secret society.
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The Penderwicks
This modern children's classic follows the adventures of the four Penderwick sisters as they spend the summer at a beautiful estate in the countryside. Like Emily, the Penderwick sisters are intelligent, imaginative, and fiercely independent, and they must navigate the challenges of growing up and finding their place in the world.
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The Girls of Slender Means
If you're looking for a book that features a group of young women, The Girls of Slender Means is a great choice. Set in post-World War II London, the novel follows a group of young women who live in a boarding house and must navigate the challenges of growing up in a rapidly changing world.
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The Blue Castle
If you're looking for another book by L.M. Montgomery that features a strong, independent female protagonist, The Blue Castle is a great choice. The novel follows Valancy Stirling, a 29-year-old woman who defies her family's expectations and sets out to live her own life after receiving a devastating medical diagnosis.
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