Rilla of Ingleside

In Rilla of Ingleside, the poignant and unforgettable final novel of L.M. Montgomery’s Anne of Green Gables series, Anne and Gilbert’s youngest daughter, Rilla Blythe, comes of age amidst the heartbreak and heroism of World War I.

At fifteen, Rilla is carefree, pretty, and a little vain—far more interested in parties and flirtation than the seriousness of the world around her. But everything changes when war breaks out, sweeping even the quiet community of Glen St. Mary into its grasp. As brothers, friends, and sweethearts enlist and sail off to the battlefields of Europe, Rilla must grow up quickly.

Left behind, she steps into unexpected roles—organizing a Junior Red Cross, caring for a war orphan in secret, and supporting her family through fear and loss. Through it all, she writes letters, clings to hope, and learns what courage and love truly mean.

And in the shadows of war, her friendship with Kenneth Ford blossoms into a love that matures along with her own heart—tender, patient, and deeply real.

A stirring work of historical fiction, Rilla of Ingleside is both a heartfelt coming-of-age story and a rare portrayal of the home front during World War I from a young woman’s perspective. Rich in emotion, romance, and historical detail, it’s a must-read for fans of classic literature, women’s fiction, and powerful stories about love, loss, and resilience.