ANNE OF GREEN GABLES

Barbara Barnes leads an energetic and convincing cast in this BBC production. With the aid of delightful sound effects, Barnes uses her exuberance to set the stage for an engaging production. The listener is transported to Anne's world on Prince Edward Island and introduced to the loving but strict Cuthberts, soul mate Diana, and a cast of neighbors and classmates who adjust to life with the eponymous orphan. Barnes's portrayal of Anne makes her optimism and zest for life infectious. The only shortcoming of this performance is that it ends too soon, leaving the listener longing for the next chapter in the life of "Anne with an 'e.'" H.L.S. © AudioFile 2008, Portland, Maine [Published: FEB/ MAR 08]