To this day I still love the Anne of Green Gables story, so when I got an opportunity to read the Manga version of my favorite childhood book, I was more then excited to dive into it. And I am so happy to report that the Manga version did not disappoint! I loved the illustrations and I would have loved them even more if they were full of color, same as the book's cover.

This version of the classic is a perfect way to read a classic novel in a fun and easy way, and I will definitely buy a copy of this book for my 10-years old daughter who loves graphic novels. Reading this book was a wonderful way to go back to my childhood days and re-discover Anne Shirley's world all over again.

Thank you NetGalley and Manga Classics Inc. for providing me with an ARC copy of this book in exchange for my honest opinion.

Anna of Green Gables is one of those stories that seem to get on really weel into being adapted in a manga version. Anna's bubbly personality is perfectly represented by the vivacity of the actions in the panels. The first part of the manga is a nice introduction to the story to find old friends or discover new faces for who isn't familiar with the original version, the second part gets a bit more fragmented, losing fluidity in the narration.

This is a truly delightful version of the classic story about Anne with an 'e'.

Marilla and Matthew Cuthbert, having decided to adopt a orphaned boy, are really surprised when Anne Shirley arrives. Imaginative, bold, whimsical and funny, this young orphan endears herself to the brother and sister. As Anne's new life in Green Gables unfolds the reader is treated to a beautiful story of new life, new friends and new adventures. It is an engaging and joy filled classic and here it is beautifully told in manga format.

This is an excellent version with drawings that are skilful, clear and engaging. The artwork tells the story in such a way that the reader is pulled into the world of Anne and her ups and downs. I have read quite a few manga classics and I think they are really great versions of classic tales but I think this book is one of the best manga classics I have come across so far.

Copy provided by Manga Classics Inc via Netgalley in exchange for an unbiased review.

Anne of Green Gables (Manga Classics) art by Kuma Chan, 308 pages. GRAPHIC NOVEL. Udon Entertainment, 2020. $20.
Language: G (0 swears, 0 “f”); Mature Content: G; Violence: G
BUYING ADVISORY: MS, HS - ADVISABLE
AUDIENCE APPEAL: AVERAGE
When Marilla and Matthew thought about adopting a child, they decided a boy would be best so that Matthew would have some help in the fields. Instead, they get 11-year-old Anne Shirley, a girl with a big heart and an even bigger imagination. Marilla tries to return Anne and get a boy, but Marilla can’t leave Anne back at the asylum. Maybe Green Gables needs a little girl after all.
Spanning several years, the story of Anne Shirley is hard to condense. The last few years fly by in this manga version, getting only a couple chapters each. Instead of focusing on the school work and classmates in the last few years of Anne’s story, this manga highlights the relationships Anne develops with her guardians and her first friend, primarily in her younger years. I love the emphasis on the relationships closest to Anne as her character develops through adolescence. The Udon team captures Anne’s vibrancy through this manga format, which is sure to please old and new fans of Anne.
Reviewer: Carolina Herdegen

This was my first venture into manga, and it was very fun to read. I greatly enjoyed the formatting, especially the bonus sections with character introductions, reading instructions, and the like.

I enjoyed reading Anne of Green Gables as a child and couldn’t resist how adorable Anne appeared on the cover. This is a very faithful adaptation that honors the classic story.

I was hooked from the beginning, following along as Anne matured and became more comfortable in her own skin. This is a very wholesome story that is suitable for all ages. Anne’s wild and imaginative personality never gets boring!

4.5 out of 5 stars!

When the Cuthbert siblings wanted to adopt a young child to help them at their homestead, through some miscommunication they ended up with an orphaned girl named Anne Shirley. This precarious girl took hold within their hearts, and this is Anne's story told in graphic novel (or manga) form.

I enjoyed this book because it brought the classic in manga form. Brimming with childhood remembrance of reading the book, I liked the art form, even with no colors within the pages. I did find a tiny bit of grammar confusion, but otherwise the translation is understandable. I also found it weird that some chapters were just not enough in conveying the actions that took place in those chapters. I understand that the focus is on certain events, but it would be better if a bit more pages were added to those chapters to bring it to life.

Overall, I find this book a nice translation to the classic. I definitely recommend this manga as an addendum to the classic to help convey certain events in the book in picture form. For the collectors out there, this is a wonderful addition to the series.

**Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for the review copy.**

*thank you to Netgalley for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review*


4 stars.

I'd never read Anne of Green Gables before so I was quite interested in reading this after much success with Jane Eyre Manga Classic, and I can honestly say that I was not disappointed. This was a wonderful way to tell the story as it was enjoyable and felt really well suited to the manga style. I would highly recommend this for a beginner or even those who have read the story over and over.

I was given an advanced digital copy from NetGalley.

I have not read the source material, however I have watched some television and movie adaptations, so I cannot speak to how true it is to the source material.

I enjoyed this manga, it subtly showed a passage of time through the children growing that I did not really notice upon first reading, but as Anne grows older, her character art does mature. This is something that is unique to graphic novel or manga adaptations as you cannot actually age an actor in a film adaptation, so it shows a different nuanced element that can't be done in other adaptations.

I saw the owner of the company speak at OLA and was looking forward to reading this when it came out because he mentioned that it was approved by the Estate of LM Montgomery.

There are some things that I took "issue" with, but that has more to do with the format than the adaptation choices-- the main being how quickly some story lines sped through because they have a finite amount of space to fill the whole story. This is more of an issue with trying to condense a large book into a quick reading format.

The character depictions display emotion in an easy to digest way and the thought bubbles and speech are used in a concise, to the point manner, which will make comprehension of the story easy for the reader.

A great read if you want the general story and important characters in "Anne of Green Gables."

I will never say no to a new version of a well loved story like Anne of Green Gables. This was a really well done graphic novel/manga version. As with all adaptations, some details are glossed over or the timeline is shortened, but I did not feel like I missed any of my favorite parts. Plus the manga version designs Anne in such a cute spunky way. Loved it!

I am a big proponent of manga and comics as a gateway into reading. I adore the book Anne of Green Gables, and this is a beautiful manga adaption that would be enjoyable for younger readers to ease into more reading as well as fun for older adults to remember an old favorite. The art is gorgeous, and I love that it stays very true to all the dialogue from the book. A beautiful addition to both my Anne of Green Gables collection and my Manga Classics collection.

Anne of green gables is a classic tale. Over the years, it's gained popularity due to it's strong storyline, solid writing and it being so relatable. It's been adapted into a trillion shows, movies, plays, cartoons. And that is the reason i went in this with high hopes, and man, did it deliver. Anne of green gables being one of my favorite tales of all time, i loved this book This book to manga adaptation lost nothing in it's way. The content was there, it was accurate to the story, and it did the books justice.

The art style was perfect. The manga really gives of a perfect vibe of the story. The manga preserves the very dramatic effect of the book. The characters were so accurate to the description in the book, and their bonds were as beautiful as LM Montgomery made them in her books.

All in all, i loved the manga. If you're a fan of the book or the TV show 'Anne with an E' please read this, and even if you've never heard of either of them before and you're new to the reading community, I'm sure this book will have the same effect on you as the classic tale has.

This is exactly like I remember Anne of Green Gables but in manga form. Definitely a great style. Very whimsical and wide eyed. Anne is delightful just as she is in the original. A woe is me, drama filled teenage girl. Outspoken and fiery as ever. If only all classics could be retold so well in manga form I would read titles over and over again. #MangaClassicsAnneofGreenGables #NetGalley

Thanks NetGalley for the Arc!
A wonderful manga adaptation of a beloved childhood classic! I am really excited to see this book in full color. Anne's green hair has to be seen to be believed.

What can I say? The Manga classics have been a great experience up until now, and Anne of Green Gables is one of my favourite books. This manga classic was new, and simultaneously felt like a warm blanket of familiarity. It brought the story across very well, not only because it is a very accurate adaptation, but also because it managed to capture the atmosphere of the book into the drawings. It certainly inspired me to go and read the series again.

One thing that is good to be aware of: while usually manga's start at what we westerlings see as the last page of the book and end at the front of the book, this one starts at the front. It had been too long since I read any Manga Classics adaptations, so I made the mistake of starting at the back xD It's not a big deal though.

Layout
I am thrilled with this absolutely beautiful manga! There is a new discovery to be found on every page, which makes reading the classic all the more fun. I love the type of drawings and the way the story takes place. Breathtaking!

Content
The content was also completely convincing! It's fun and cute. It was never boring for a second and I would have loved to read and look at a lot more of Anne. I love it and can therefore only recommend it!

Conclusion
A beautiful adaptation of the classic that is absolutely lovable! Everything is beautifully designed so that every page becomes a highlight. The story and focus of the author caught me too. Read it!



German review:
Gestaltung
Ich bin begeistert von diesem absolut wunderschönen Manga! Jede Seite ist eine neue Entdeckung zu finden, wodurch das Lesen des Klassikers umso mehr Spaß macht. Ich liebe die Art der Zeichnungen und die Umsetzung der Geschichte. Atemberaubend!

Inhalt
Auch der Inhalt konnte mich vollstens überzeugen! Es ist lustig und süß. Es war zu keiner Sekunde langweilig und ich hätte am liebsten noch viel mehr von Anne gelesen und angeschaut. Ich liebe es und kann es deswegen nur weiterempfehlen!

Fazit
Eine wunderschöne Adaption des Klassikers, die absolut liebenswürdig ist! Alles ist wunderschön gestaltet, sodass jede Seite zu einem Highlight wird. Die Geschichte und der Fokus der Autorin konnte mich ebenfalls mitreißen. Lest es!

I love Anne of Green Gables, it's something I was introduced to as a child and always has that nostalgic feeling to it. I really enjoyed this retelling of it as it condensed down a lot of the key scenes and themes of the original story. The art style perfectly captured Anne and the other characters, with everyone being unique and recognizable. Sometimes these manga re-imaginings don't lend themselves as well to classics, but this one fit perfectly.

This is my favourite Manga Classics book. It stays close to the original story with all it’s ups and downs. I just love the character of Anne. I always intended to revisit the books but just never had the time to re read them, There are so many new things to read. However this Manga version is just perfect.

I’m a huge fan of Anne of Green Gables and was so excited to read this manga adaption! The illustrations are beautiful and the chosen text and scenes made for a fun read.

• Anne of green gables
So I have read anne of green gable classic version before and so many times that I've memorized it, so I kind of had somewhat mediocre expectations from this version.

But, this was so good! When I finished, I had such a satisfied and nostalgic feeling.

It did skip some scenes that were in the classic book, but it stayed very loyal to the other scenes included down to the very descriptive words.

I loved seeing Anne and Diana in manga style! Gilbert's character design threw me off a bit, but I got used to him fast with the flow.

I really loved seeing their interpretation of Gilbert and his angst with Anne.

So I recommend this graphic novel to anyone who wanna dive in some classic without getting bored or serious at some points.

Also last but not the least kudos to the graphic artist. You did good.

**Thanks NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC!!** 

• Character development- 3.5☆
• Story Plot- 4☆
• Side characters- 3.5☆
• Flow of the story- 5☆
• Overall - 4☆

5/5 ⭐️
So I love this book and I’ve seen the adaptions from the movie and the tv show Anne With An E and I looove the manga version of this! It just adds so much cuteness to a already cute and amazing story!