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The Blue Castle

The Blue Castle

Historical FictionLiterary Fiction
Pages
212
Published
1989
Language
English

Synopsis

Valancy Stirling feels trapped by her stifling family and a life that hasn't met her expectations. When a doctor's visit reveals a grim prognosis, she decides to break free from her restrictive existence. This decision leads her on an unexpected journey of self-discovery, adventure, and romance that surpasses even her wildest daydreams.

Prose complexity
4/10

Vibe

HopefulHeartwarmingInspiringRomanticLighthearted
Coming of AgeSecond Chance

Genres

Historical Fiction Literary Fiction Romance Young Adult

About the author

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Lucy Maud Montgomery

Lucy Maud Montgomery CBE, (called "Maud" by family and friends) and publicly known as L.M. Montgomery was a Canadian author, best known for a series of novels beginning with Anne of Green Gables, published in 1908. Once published, Anne of Green Gables was an immediate success. The central character, Anne, an orphaned girl who was adopted by a a sister and brother duo of Marilla and Matthew, made Montgomery famous in her lifetime and gave her an international following. The first novel was...

Characters

Valancy StirlingProtagonist
All characters in The Blue Castle

Frequently asked questions

  • Is this book part of the Anne of Green Gables series?

    This is a standalone novel and is not connected to the Anne of Green Gables series or any other of the author's book series.

  • How does this book differ from the author's other works?

    It is one of the few novels the author wrote specifically for an adult audience, and it is the only one of her books set entirely outside of Prince Edward Island.

  • Are there any stage or screen adaptations of this story?

    The novel has been adapted for the stage, including a successful Polish musical in 1982 and a Canadian musical version titled The Blue Castle: A Musical Love Story.