EMILY OF NEW MOON

Actress Megan Follows is best known for her TV portrayal of L.M. Montgomery's more famous orphan character, Anne of Green Gables. Here, with terrific range, Follows narrates the first book in a separate series from the author. When Emily's father dies, she must go to live with her aunts at New Moon Farm, where life is drastically different. Both Emily and her Aunt Elizabeth resent the situation, at first, but their many entertaining adventures together lead to mutual understanding. Follows uses a solemn, quiet tone as tough matters are discussed and emits a fierce "no!" when adamant deathbed wishes are made. As Emily, Follows conveys vulnerability with a quiet and meek voice, but when Emily reaches her boiling point, she yells at classroom bullies exactly what she thinks of them. A.L.C. © AudioFile 2021, Portland, Maine [Published: AUGUST 2021]