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Immerse yourself in a captivating journey with the audiobook "The Blue Castle" by Lucy Maud Montgomery. This enchanting narrative transports you to a world of romance, mystery, and transformation. Discover a bold heroine breaking free from societal expectations to embrace love, self-discovery, and independence. Expertly narrated, this timeless classic offers rich character development and immersive storytelling, perfect for listeners seeking an escape into a magical, liberating adventure. Experience the power of change and the beauty of life well-lived. Summary from Audiobook Haven

Directed by the skillful hand of Megan Follows (Directors Guild Award winner) and featuring the voices of Golden Globe® winner Sandra Oh, Emmy Award® Winner Catherine O’Hara, and Emmy Award® Winner Victor Garber, Anne Shirley’s (Emmy Award® winner Michela Luci) adventures come to life in a fresh adaptation of a timeless tale. Immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of Canada’s Prince Edward Island with the magic of an original score and immersive sound design.

In The Blue Castle by L. M. Montgomery, 29-year-old Valancy Stirling has spent her entire life trapped—by her overbearing family, by stifling expectations, and by the fear of disappointing everyone around her. But everything changes the moment she receives unexpected news that shakes her world and awakens a daring new courage inside her.

Anne teaches in her Canadian village of Avonlea, helps create a village improvement society, gets involved in neighbors’ problems and assists Marilla (her adoptive mom) in raising young orphan twins — Dora and Davy. Anne struggles against the philosophy of corporal punishment in the classroom, and there are a few romantic subplots. One involves an American student, Paul, whose mother is deceased and father has sent him to live with his grandmother. Anne happens upon Miss Lavendar, the woman originally engaged to Paul’s father, and happily sees the couple reunited..Become a supporter of ...

AudioFile Magazine Earphones Award Winner In this sexy, page-turning debut, a high-powered publicist receives a threatening message and must confront her secret mystical past as ghosts prepare to invade our world. "A must-read book for fans looking for a fresh, authentic voice in urban fantasy...

New York City medical examiners Laurie Montgomery and Jack Stapleton return in this stunning novel from the “master of the medical thriller” (New York Times)—a ripped-from-the-headlines tale of an innovative doctor’s dangerous downward spiral. After a rough climb to the top, doctor and...

Indulge in the captivating world of "Anne of Green Gables" by Lucy Maud Montgomery, and be transported to a place where imagination thrives and the bonds of friendship are cherished. This timeless classic weaves a tale of enchantment, resilience, and the beauty of embracing one's true self. Through the endearing character of Anne Shirley, listeners will embark on a journey that celebrates the joys of childhood, the power of love and kindness, and the transformative power of dreams. Immerse yourself in the lush landscapes of Prince Edward Island and let Montgomery's exquisite storytelling whisk...

Ford: I don't have time for distractions. I have a billion-dollar company to run. A father to grieve. A legacy to fulfill. Harley DeLuca is not my type. She's snarky. She's stubborn. And she's the most beautiful woman I've ever seen-even in her ridiculous grungy tennis shoes. I can't get enough of her. Harley: I was a mistake from the moment of conception. The sins of my mother have followed me like a nightmare in a horror flick.

The Classic Anne of Green Gables Collection: 6 of the 8 Books in the Beloved "Anne Shirley" Series + 2 Avonlea Short Story Collections, contains: Book 1: Anne of Green Gables, Book 2: Anne of Avonlea, Book 3: Anne of the Island, Book 4: Anne's House of Dreams, Book 5: Rainbow Valley, Book 6: Rilla of Ingleside, Book 7: Chronicles of Avonlea, Book 8: In Further Chronicles of Avonlea.

When Dr. Craig Bowman is served with a summons for medical malpractice, he's shocked, enraged, and more than a little humiliated. A devoted physician who works continuously in the service of others, he endured grueling years of training and is now a partner in an exclusive concierge medical...

Valency Stirling has lived a life of submission. Controlled by a domineering mother and an over-opinionated family, she awakens on her 29th birthday resigned to dull existence. Her only escape - the Blue Castle of her imagination. But when an unexpected letter changes everything, Valency breaks the bonds of fear and finds purpose in a whole new life - a life that turns the Blue Castle of her dreams into a reality.

Rilla of Ingleside, by Lucy Maud Montgomery. Anne of Green Gables is all grown up and married, and this is the story of her daughter “Rilla”, named for the indomitable Marilla Cuthbert of Anne’s childhood. The young Rilla will need all her strength for the dark days ahead, as her coming of age will be in the midst of World War I. Her brothers and sweetheart will go to war, and not all of them will come back. Her sisters will become nurses, but Rilla herself is too young. What can she do back home to support the war effort? How can she be involved in doing good in her own backyard? What ...

Valancy Stirling is twenty-nine years old and has never truly lived. Trapped beneath the suffocating expectations of her family and a rigid social order that values obedience over truth, she moves through life silently—until a shocking medical diagnosis forces her to confront the possibility that time has been wasted beyond recovery. What follows is not a dramatic rebellion, but a series of deliberate choices.

At twenty-nine, Valancy Stirling is an “old maid” trapped within the tedium and troubles of family life. She escapes by building the imaginary world of the Blue Castle. When she is diagnosed with a serious heart ailment, Valancy realizes she has never been happy. She doesn’t want to waste what time she has left. She seizes the moment. This catalyst for change leads her on towards relationships and entanglements far beyond what she could have predicted, including with a mysterious man known as Barney Snaith.

The Blue Castle is a novel full of humour and romance. It tells the story of a woman named Valency and her discovery of a new world of love and happiness. Valency escapes the clutches of her overbearing family and finds solace in her new friendships and new surroundings.

In the enchanting tale of The Blue Castle, follow Valancy Stirling, an ordinary woman of twenty-nine, who receives life-altering news from a renowned heart specialist she has just one year to live. This pivotal moment sparks a journey of self-discovery as she ventures into the Canadian woods, where she uncovers a hidden blue castle of happiness. Written by the beloved Canadian author Lucy Maud Montgomery, famed for her classic Anne of Green Gables, this 1926 novel explores themes of love, freedom, and the pursuit of joy. (Summary adapted from ALA Booklist)

Join Anne as she embarks on an exciting journey to Redmond College! Over the next three years, she will immerse herself in learning, forge new friendships, and strengthen the bonds of old ones. If you enjoyed this adventure, be sure to explore other titles in this series by the same reader Anne of Green Gables, Anne of Avonlea, Annes House of Dreams, Rainbow Valley, and Rilla of Ingleside.

This Audiobook contains the following works. The Great Gatsby By F. Scott Fitzgerald Start at Chapters 1, A Christmas Carol By Charles Dickens Start at Chapters 10, Anne of Green Gables By Lucy Maud Montgomery Start at Chapters 16, Emma By Jane Austen Start at Chapters 54, The Adventures of Tom Sawyer By Mark Twain Start at Chapters 108, The Raven By Edgar Allan Poe Start at Chapters 144, The Prophet copie By Khalil Gibran Start at Chapters 145, Think and grow rich By Napoleon Hill Start at Chapters 173, The Iliad By Homer Start at Chapters 191.

Anne of Avonlea follows Anne Shirley from the age of 16 to 18, during the two years that she teaches at Avonlea School.

The book features many of the characters from Anne of Green Gables, including Marilla Cuthbert, Gilbert Blythe, and Diana Barry, and some new ones: Mr. Harrison, Miss Lavendar Lewis, Paul Irving, and the twins Dora and Davy. Anne matures slightly over time, even though she cannot avoid getting into a number of her familiar scrapes.

The only complete Anne of Green Gables box set! Makes a great gift and is a must-have for any longtime reader or fan of the Netflix series Anne with an E. Favourites for nearly 100 years, these classic novels follow the adventures of the spirited redhead Anne Shirley, who comes to stay at Green Gables and wins the hearts of everyone she meets. Includes the following beloved eight titles: - Anne of Green Gables: Anne ages 11-16. Track 1 to 38 - Anne of Avonlea: Anne ages 16-18. Track 39 to 68 - Anne of the Island: Anne ages 18-22.