Author: L.M. Montgomery.

Series: The Anne of Green Gables Novels, Book 4.

Book Premise: Now engaged to the handsome Gilbert Blythe, Anne Shirley is onto a new chapter of her young life. She takes a job as the principal of Summerside High School, and stays with quirky sisters Aunt Kate and Aunt Chatty, and their housekeeper, Rebecca Dew. It's tricky at first, because Anne must win over the prickly Pringle family, who practically run the town. She always seems to win over the worst of people, but will she finally meet an eternal adversary in bitter, cold colleague Katherine Brooke?

Reading Level/Genre: Canadian literature, classic. There are some mild romantic themes, but 14+ will enjoy this easily.

Profanity: 0/5. No swearing.

Violence: 2/5. Some spooky elements. During a walk through the local cemetery, Anne's friend tells humorous (and sometimes odd) stories about the people buried there. When Anne visits a neighbor, the woman talks about how her house is "cursed," and most of her family members have had some thing or another happen to them. Nothing is graphic.

Spice Level: 2/5. Anne writes letters to Gilbert, and some sweetly romantic, innocent things are said.

Faith Elements: 4/5. Again, we see lots of faith in Anne's story. Church, prayer, the Bible, and heaven are sprinkled all over the book.

Additional Content: None.

My Take: Anne's optimism must've rubbed off on me, because I have very positive feelings about this book! Lighthearted, inspiring, romantic, and a tad spooky on occasion, I was riveted until the last page.

Author: L.M. Montgomery.

Series: The Anne of Green Gables Novels, Book 3.

Book Premise: Anne Shirley is off to college! Leaving behind the peace and quaintness of Avonlea for the busy and bustling Kingsport, surprises await her. With an old and a new friend by her side, Anne prepares to spend the next four years as an independent woman. A tragedy teaches her a hard lesson, her debut story is published in the most unexpected way possible, and she must come to terms with the fact that Gilbert and her might not be "just friends" anymore. Is she ready for love, or must she experience her newfound independence a little longer?

Reading Level/Genre: Canadian literature, classic, romance. 14+ for some romance and some brief themes of grief.

Profanity: 0/5. None.

Violence: 1/5. Some brief discussions of death, because a few characters pass away from common illnesses of the time period.

Spice Level: 2/5. Anne's budding romance with Gilbert plays an important role in the story. There are some romantic words exchanged, and a kiss is shared. 

Faith Elements: 5/5. Once again, L.M. Montgomery weaves in many faith themes. Heaven is talked about in the wake of a character's passing, prayer and church happen regularly, and Anne quotes a Bible verse at the end of a chapter.

Additional Content: A reference to alcohol.

My Take: Amazing book! It had the perfect balance of happy moments and tearjerking ones. Not to mention a sweet romantic plot that kept me on the edge of my seat. Can't wait to see where Anne's adventures take her next!

Author: L.M. Montgomery.

Series: The Anne of Green Gables Novels, Book 2.

Book Premise: Anne, no longer the wild, quick-tempered girl who arrived on Prince Edward Island all those years ago, has grown into a stunning, kindhearted young woman (though her imagination is as strong as ever). Now she's a teacher at the Avonlea schoolhouse, and is on good terms with the handsome Gibert Blythe. When Marilla adopts orphaned six-year-old twins from a distant relative, Anne has her hands full. Davy, the boy, is wild and very naughty at times, while Dora, the girl, is perfect in every way. Alongside that challenge comes a delight, when she and Diana befriend an eccentric lady and help her find true love. As Anne Shirley continues to grow up, she still embodies the same spunk and personality that readers love about her.

Reading Level/Genre: Classic, coming-of-age, Canadian literature. Ages 13+ since there aren't any extremely mature themes.

Profanity: 0/5. There is talk of a neighbor's pet parrot, who was given to the neighbor from a sailor, and said parrot does swear but no words are actually said.

Violence: 1/5. Anne must punish a student by hitting their palms with a ruler, but it's a brief scene and she feels very guilty later.

Spice Level: 1/5. Mild flirting, discussions of falling in love and beaus, but nothing is acted upon.

Faith Elements: 4/5. Many faith depictions. Church and Sunday school are a regular part of characters' lives, and so is prayer. Anne and her friends talk about heaven, and she helps teach Davy about faith.

Additional Content: An adult character smokes a pipe.

My Take: Each Anne gets better! I love seeing her growth as a person, and how she faces obstacles with grit and grace. Really, really hope Anne and Gilbert fall in love! They are perfect for each other.

Author: L.M. Montgomery.

Series: The Anne of Green Gables Novels, Book 1.

Book Premise: In beautiful Prince Edward Island, Canada, in the early 20th century, a precocious orphan girl arrives on a train. Matthew and Marilla Cuthbert, a middle-aged pair of siblings, asked specifically for a boy to help with farm chores, but are instead met with the latter. Anne Shirley has fiery red hair and a fiery temper to match. There's no end to her imagination, and she can make every circumstance into a magical story of some sort. The Cuthberts will have their hands full with her, and Anne might just have a few lessons to learn as well.

Reading Level/Genre: Classic, coming-of-age, Canadian literature, adventure. Ages 13+ plus will enjoy this easily, since there aren't many super mature themes.

Profanity: 0/5. No swearing.

Violence: 2/5. Mostly of the comedic sort, Anne hits Gilbert Blythe with a slate and falls off a ridgepole. Matthew has a heart attack but it isn't described in detail.

Spice Level: 1/5. Mild flirting between secondary characters, but it doesn't get physical.

Faith Elements: 4/5. Church, Sunday School, praying (Anne always makes her prayers personal and sweet, even though Marilla believes they should be more formal), and talking about God are important parts of life in Avonlea.

Additional Content: Matthew smokes a pipe occasionally. Anne accidentally gets her friend Diana drunk on wine, thinking it was nonalcoholic raspberry cordial. Anne also mentions that one of her foster mothers had a husband who often drank too much.

My Take: Where do I begin? I love this book! Anne was a very relatable character, and the scrapes she got into were so amusing. I was surprised (and excited) to see how many Christian elements were in the story. This is a great story for Christian girls who love history and charming books.

Author: Jane Austen.

Series: Standalone novel.

Book Premise: A satirical parody of Gothic novels that were popular during the early 19th century, this novel follows young country girl Catherine Morland as she comes of age. She has spent most of her life sheltered, so her view of the outside world is shaped by the novels she loves to read. A visit to the wealthy and elegant Bath with family friends sends Catherine on the adventure of a lifetime. There she meets the handsome clergyman Henry Tilney and his sister, Eleanor. Soon, Catherine is invited to Northanger Abbey, the Tilney's home, after the status-obsessed General Tilney mistakens her for a wealthy heiress. The story is part romance, part coming-of-age as Catherine learns to descern between the wild storylines of her favorite novels and the plights of real-life high society.

Reading Level/Genre: Classic, coming-of-age, romance, British literature, satire. Ages 14+ since the book is older and better understood by a more mature audience.

Profanity: 0/5. No swearing present.

Violence: 2/5. John Thorpe, a character who shows some romantic interest in Catherine, takes her on a carriage ride and proves to be a reckless driver. No one is injured. At the abbey, Catherine imagines all sorts of wild scenarios, which range from murder to ghosts, but aren't graphic.

Spice Level: 1/5. Characters fall in love, but never share any physical affection. Most of it is spoken and not at all suggestive.

Faith Elements: 2/5. One character is a clergyman, and others attend church. While Henry Tilney tries to calm Catherine's overactive imagination, he says "we are Christians."

Additional Content: Catherine's friend in Bath is manipulative and gossipy, and proves herself not be a good friend.

My Take: Wasn't sure at first (I'm not used to reading books from this time period) but it was smooth sailing after a few chapters. I loved it! Catherine Morland was a very amusing character, and I enjoyed the witty writing style. Will totally be reading more Jane Austen novels!