L.M. Montgomery, the genius behind Anne of Green Gables, gives us another gem set on her beloved Prince Edward Island. This time, we follow brothers Beverly and Felix as they spend a year with their Aunt and Uncle on the King farm. Their summer is transformed by the arrival of their cousin, Sara Stanley, known by everyone as 'The Story Girl.'

The Story

The book isn't about one big adventure, but a whole season of small ones. Through Sara's incredible gift for storytelling, ordinary days become extraordinary. She tells tales of haunted woods, lost love, and family legends that have been passed down for generations. The other kids—her cousins and friends—are her captivated audience. Together, they form their own 'story club,' get into gentle scrapes, and learn about life, love, and loss. The plot weaves between the stories Sara tells and the very real, tender story of their own growing up.

Why You Should Read It

This book is a love letter to the power of imagination. Montgomery has a special talent for making you feel the dew on the grass and hear the rustle of the orchard leaves. Sara Stanley is a fantastic character—wise beyond her years yet still a child. The joy here is in the quiet moments: the taste of a stolen apple, the thrill of a shared secret, the comfort of stories told on a porch at dusk. It captures that fleeting, golden time of childhood where the line between what's real and what's imagined beautifully blurs.

Final Verdict

Perfect for anyone who loves character-driven stories, needs a dose of nostalgia, or simply wants to visit a kinder, slower world. If you're a fan of Anne Shirley, you'll adore Sara Stanley and her circle of friends. It’s a comforting, heartfelt read that proves you don't need dragons or epic quests to have magic—sometimes, it's right there in your own backyard, waiting for someone to tell its story.