House of Dreams: The Life of L. M. Montgomery by Liz Rosenberg, Julie Morstad
Published by Candlewick Press on June 12th 2018
ISBN: 0763660574
Pages: 352
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This biography of the author of the Anne of Green Gables books is absolutely excellent. It is well written, insightful, and inspiring. Entries from Lucy Maud Montgomery’s personal journals offer an intimate look into her complicated life. She preferred to be called Maud without an “e.” Her mother died when she was young and she spent her childhood with her grandparents. Maud’s great imagination and perseverance served her well as a person and an author. She experienced incredible joys and deep tragedies. The author presents Maud’s experiences in such an engaging way that I found this book difficult to put down. An epilogue, source notes, and bibliography are included. Black and white sketches enhance each chapter. I would highly recommend this moving biography to readers whether they are familiar with the author’s works or not. Reviewed by Kris Zuidema, retired school librarian, Standish