Emily of New Moon

By: L. M. Montgomery

Narrated by: Susan O’Malley

Length: 11 hrs and 52 mins

Publisher's summary

Emily Starr had never known what it was to be lonely - until her beloved father died. In this, the first of the Emily novels, young Emily is orphaned and goes to live with her mother's snobbish relatives at New Moon Farm. Sure that she'll never be happy there, Emily endures her stern Aunt Elizabeth and malicious classmates by holding her head high and using her quick wit.

But things begin to change as Emily makes several new friends. There is Teddy, who does marvelous drawings; Perry, who has sailed all over the world with his father and has never been to school; and Ilse, a tomboy with a blazing temper. Amazingly, Emily finds New Moon Farm beautiful and fascinating. With new friends and adventures, Emily might someday think of herself as Emily of New Moon.

Public Domain (P)1998 Blackstone Audio, Inc.

Oh what a Joy!

This book was so sweet and funny and endearing. And it made me want to be more like Emily in her candor, courage, and goodness.

Sweet Historical Classic Literature

I am 53 years old. I've recently enjoyed a few of the Anne of Green Gables audiobooks and learned of this series. I am so delighted with these artistic and outspoken girls! This story was amazing! I loved its bluntness and I laughed out loud at her French conversation. The apology of her Aunt brought me to tears!
Pure genius!
A delightful narration that kept the children, children and the old relatives, old!

La tía Elizabeth aprueba está versión

creo que no hay mucho para decir cuando uno Lee Este título. lo cierto es que Emily no es libro favorito de LM Montgomery pero es un gran libro y escucharlo en esta versión vale la pena para todos aquellos que les guste la autora de Anne.

Lovely Story dulled by narrator

I’ve always loved the EoNM series, but I wish the narrator’s voice were more interesting. She reads this story like a journalist reads a news report. Unfortunate.

Not as refined as Anne but Emily's interesting

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Yes, while it's easy to see Anne Shirley (Anne of Green Gables, Avonlee… ) Rebecca of Sunnybrook as classics. This to should be amoung them. Somehow not as refined as the Anne books (same author) similarities in setting and conditions but just a little more disjointed. Subtly darker than Rebecca of Sunnybrook but engaging characters. Best read after the Anne series as it's easier to get a feel for the era and settings.

What other book might you compare Emily of New Moon to and why?

Anne of Greengables, same settings, similar situations just a little darker. In a larger view it's probably closer to Rebecca of Sunnybrook. Casually cruel aunts, matching intolerance and sense off entitlement.

Have you listened to any of Susan O’Malley’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

No I haven't . She does a good job with few mistakes. It seems it would ne difficult to voice a historical as well as regional story. But she does a good job.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

Difficult question, as an adult male it's harder to respond to the emotions of a young turn of the century girl. But Emily did have an emotional depth that was understandable .

Any additional comments?

While I have a preference for the Anne books, I still feel these Emily books (3 in all) are, just as Rebecca of Sunnybrook and Pollyanna must reads. I found more of an emotional connection with Anne amd Becky than Emily hut a stronger historical picture with Emil..

Great book!

This is a favourite book of mine. The reader was enjoyable to listen to as well.

L.M.Montgomery at her best!

I love so many of her stories, but this is one of my favorites. AUDIBLE 20 REVIEW SWEEPSTAKES ENTRY

Delightful!

Even better than Anne of Green Gables. Emily is a feistier, spunkier girl than Anne. Her conversations and confrontations with Aunt Elizabeth are priceless! Definitely a keeper!

One of my most beloved books

Another true Canadian classic by L.M. Montgomery. Inspired me to write as a young person. I reread the series at least once per year. I am a little disappointed that book 2 and 3 are not available on Audible (claiming they are not authorized for release in my country).

I've always loved Emily.

So happy that Emily has finally been turned into an audio. I do think the narrator does a good job except for several accents she gives characters that are horrible. Better read straight than butcher a character.