"Anne had spent a lot of time looking after
other children when she was an orphan.
She had never had a real tea party before.
Or a real best friend.
Now she couldn't imagine her life without Diana.
And she couldn't believe her luck. Marilla was
letting her have a real tea party!"
Will Anne get into trouble again as she has so often done? If you have read Anne of Green Gables, you will know the answer to that question. If you would like to introduce a child to Anne Shirley, with assorted scenes and people from the full splendid book, you would do well to buy the four early chapter books in this very special series: Anne Arrives, Anne's Kindred Spirits, Anne's School Days, and this newest one.
Kallie George is a huge fan, and knows Anne Shirley very well. I would guess some might say she is an expert whose love of Anne's story has resulted in these books and others with Anne as the main character. Choosing this very memorable vignette is not a surprise. It speaks to Anne's character and the drama that is always close at hand, her relationship with Diana and her mother, and her love and admiration for Marilla.
Ms. George's ability to turn her passion for Anne's story into adaptations that introduce younger readers to important elements and events through a relevant reading experience is quite admirable. Sicily loves these books, and I have been present at FaceTime readings through the kitchen door as the family prepares a meal and she keeps them entertained. She is quite jealous that I have this new one before she does. Her wait will be very short, and I am hoping for another invitation to be there for her first reading. She is sure to be delighted with the humor and drama of this ' tragical tea party'.
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