Road to Avonlea was a twenty-nine-volume book series based on individual episodes from the Sullivan Entertainment television series Road to Avonlea (1990–1996), which was broadcast as Avonlea on the Disney Channel. The books were published in nearly identical format by HarperCollins Publishers in Canada between 1991 and 1995 and by Bantam Skylark (an imprint of Bantam Books) in the U.S.A. between 1992 and 1995, although the final three volumes appear to have been published in Bantam Skylark format only.
Contents
{ 1. The Journey Begins } { 2. The Story Girl Earns Her Name } { 3. Song of the Night } { 4. The Materializing of Duncan McTavish } { 5. Quarantine at Alexander Abraham’s } { 6. Conversions } { 7. Aunt Abigail’s Beau } { 8. Malcolm and the Baby } { 9. Felicity’s Challenge } { 10. The Hope Chest of Arabella King } { 11. Nothing Endures but Change } { 12. Sara’s Homecoming } { 13. Aunt Hetty’s Ordeal } { 14. Of Corsets and Secrets and True True Love } { 15. Old Quarrels, Old Love } { 16. Family Rivalry } { 17. May the Best Man Win } { 18. Dreamer of Dreams } { 19. It’s Just a Stage } { 20. Misfits and Miracles } { 21. The Ties That Bind } { 22. Felix and Blackie } { 23. But When She Was Bad . . . } { 24. Double Trouble } { 25. A Dark and Stormy Night } { 26. Friends and Relations } { 27. Vows of Silence } { 28. The Calamitous Courting of Hetty King } { 29. Old Friends, Old Wounds }
1. The Journey Begins
Adair, Dennis, and Janet Rosenstock. The Journey Begins. Toronto: HarperCollins Publishers, 1991. New York: Bantam Skylark, 1992. Road to Avonlea 1.
Based on “The Journey Begins,” episode 1.1 of Road to Avonlea, written by Heather Conkie
Trade paperback, iv + 138 pp., 7.58” x 5.25”, 0-00-647033-5 (HarperCollins), 0-553-40575-6 (Bantam Skylark)
Sara Stanley’s life is turned upside down when her adored father is threatened with financial ruin. To protect her from scandal during this crisis, he determines to send her and her Nanny Louisa from their Montreal mansion to Prince Edward Island—her late mother’s birthplace, and home to a family she has never known. Thus begins Sara’s journey, on the road to Avonlea.
Adapted from the award-winning, internationally acclaimed television series, the magical adventures of “The Story Girl” begin again—in the spirit and tradition of Lucy Maud Montgomery—for a new generation of young readers.
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2. The Story Girl Earns Her Name
Hamilton, Gail. The Story Girl Earns Her Name. Toronto: HarperCollins Publishers, 1991. New York: Bantam Skylark, 1992. Road to Avonlea 2.
Based on “The Story Girl Earns Her Name,” episode 1.2 of Road to Avonlea, written by Heather Conkie
Trade paperback, iv + 117 pp., 7.58” x 5.25”, 0-00-647034-3 (HarperCollins), 0-553-48028-6 (Bantam Skylark)
After mistakenly helping a con man to run off with the proceeds from a Magic Lantern show, which were intended for donation to the school library, a remorseful Sara takes it upon herself to raise the money again, launching one disastrous scheme after another—until she comes upon the idea of her own Magic Lantern show.
Adapted from the award-winning, internationally acclaimed television series, the magical adventures of “The Story Girl” continue—in the spirit and tradition of Lucy Maud Montgomery—for a new generation of young readers.
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3. Song of the Night
McHugh, Fiona. Song of the Night. Toronto: HarperCollins Publishers, 1991. New York: Bantam Skylark, 1992. Road to Avonlea 3.
Based on “Old Lady Lloyd,” episode 1.5 of Road to Avonlea, written by Fiona McHugh (this episode aired as “Song of the Night” on the Disney Channel)
Trade paperback, iv + 120 pp., 7.58” x 5.25”, 0-00-647035-1 (HarperCollins), 0-553-48029-4 (Bantam Skylark)
When Sara and her King cousins go exploring the old, run-down Lloyd mansion—and discover the reclusive Old Miss Lloyd within—Sara makes it her mission to discover the secrets behind Old Lady Lloyd’s lonely, reclusive life. She gets some unexpected help from Sylvia Grey, Aunt Olivia’s dear friend and a talented songstress, whose beautiful voice casts a mesmerizing spell on hard-hearted Miss Lloyd, and begins to reveal the truth.
Adapted from the award-winning, internationally acclaimed television series, the magical adventures of “The Story Girl” continue—in the spirit and tradition of Lucy Maud Montgomery—for a new generation of young readers.
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4. The Materializing of Duncan McTavish
Conkie, Heather. The Materializing of Duncan McTavish. Toronto: HarperCollins Publishers, 1991. New York: Bantam Skylark, 1992. Road to Avonlea 4.
Based on “The Materializing of Duncan,” episode 1.4 of Road to Avonlea, written by Heather Conkie
Trade paperback, iv + 106 pp., 7.58” x 5.25”, 0-00-647036-X (HarperCollins), 0-553-48030-8 (Bantam Skylark)
Sara’s dread at having to attend her first sewing circle turns to delight, when she discovers that as much storytelling as sewing goes on there. And the best story of all is Marilla Cuthbert’s, of a long-ago suitor named Duncan McTavish. So when Sara discovers that a real Duncan McTavish has arrived in Avonlea, she rushes to share this great news with Marilla—not realizing she has caught Marilla in a lie.
Adapted from the award-winning, internationally acclaimed television series, the magical adventures of “The Story Girl” continue—in the spirit and tradition of Lucy Maud Montgomery—for a new generation of young readers.
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5. Quarantine at Alexander Abraham’s
McHugh, Fiona. Quarantine at Alexander Abraham’s. Toronto: HarperCollins Publishers, 1991. New York: Bantam Skylark, 1992. Road to Avonlea 5.
Based on “The Quarantine at Alexander Abraham’s,” episode 1.4 of Road to Avonlea, written by Heather Conkie
Trade paperback, iv + 124 pp., 7.58” x 5.25”, 0-00-647038-6 (HarperCollins), 0-553-48031-6 (Bantam Skylark)
As Sunday school teacher Rachel Lynde sets out to Alexander Abraham’s farm in search of a truant pupil, so too does Felix (with the help of his sisters and cousin Sara) to warn his schoolmate of her impending arrival. But Felix, Sara and Mrs. Lynde not only find themselves thrown together in Mr. Abraham’s parlor, but quarantined too—with the old curmudgeon, Alexander Abraham.
Adapted from the award-winning, internationally acclaimed television series, the magical adventures of “The Story Girl” continue—in the spirit and tradition of Lucy Maud Montgomery—for a new generation of young readers.
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6. Conversions
Hamilton, Gail. Conversions. Toronto: HarperCollins Publishers, 1991. New York: Bantam Skylark, 1992. Road to Avonlea 6.
Based on “Conversions,” episode 1.7 of Road to Avonlea, written by Patricia Watson
Trade paperback, iv + 123 pp., 7.58” x 5.25”, 0-00-647041-6 (HarperCollins), 0-553-48032-4 (Bantam Skylark)
A visiting missionary’s rousing tales of adventure abroad fire up Sara Stanley’s imagination. With true zeal, she takes up the missionary’s cause with Peter Craig, the young hired hand at Rose Cottage. As she soon discovers, though, there’s more to goodness and charity than just going to church—and it’s Peter who teaches everyone that lesson.
Adapted from the award-winning, internationally acclaimed television series, the magical adventures of “The Story Girl” continue—in the spirit and tradition of Lucy Maud Montgomery—for a new generation of young readers.
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7. Aunt Abigail’s Beau
Cooper, Amy Jo. Aunt Abigail’s Beau. Toronto: HarperCollins Publishers, 1991. New York: Bantam Skylark, 1992. Road to Avonlea 7.
Based on “Aunt Abigail’s Beau,” episode 1.8 of Road to Avonlea, written by Heather Conkie
Trade paperback, iv + 105 pp., 7.58” x 5.25”, 0-00-647039-4 (HarperCollins), 0-553-48033-3 (Bantam Skylark)
When Aunt Abigail’s old flame, the dashing Malcolm MacEwan, suddenly reappears in Avonlea to ask for her hand in marriage, she accepts immediately—only to feel her resolve begin to waver. It will be up to Sara and Felicity—Cupid’s earth-bound partners—to ensure that love and romance prevail!
Adapted from the award-winning, internationally acclaimed television series, the magical adventures of “The Story Girl” continue—in the spirit and tradition of Lucy Maud Montgomery—for a new generation of young readers.
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8. Malcolm and the Baby
Conkie, Heather. Malcolm and the Baby. Toronto: HarperCollins Publishers, 1991. New York: Bantam Skylark, 1992. Road to Avonlea 8.
Based on “Malcolm and the Baby,” episode 1.9 of Road to Avonlea, written by Heather Conkie
Trade paperback, iv + 118 pp., 7.58” x 5.25”, 0-00-647040-8 (HarperCollins), 0-553-48034-0 (Bantam Skylark)
An orphaned baby sets the town of Avonlea topsy-turvy. As Aunt Hetty and Rachel Lynde squabble over the infant, Sara and Felicity secretly take matters into their own hands—surely, a baby left on the doorstep is just when newlyweds Aunt Abigail and Uncle Malcolm really need!
Adapted from the award-winning, internationally acclaimed television series, the magical adventures of “The Story Girl” continue—in the spirit and tradition of Lucy Maud Montgomery—for a new generation of young readers.
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9. Felicity’s Challenge
Hamilton, Gail. Felicity’s Challenge. Toronto: HarperCollins Publishers, 1991. New York: Bantam Skylark, 1992. Road to Avonlea 9.
Based on “Felicity’s Challenge,” episode 1.10 of Road to Avonlea, written by Lori Fleming
Trade paperback, iv + 121 pp., 7.58” x 5.25”, 0-00-647042-4 (HarperCollins), 0-553-48035-9 (Bantam Skylark)
As the annual Harvest Ball draws nigh, Felicity King’s competitive spirit cannot be contained. She determines to win not only the crown as Harvest queen, but a secret wager to transform Clemmie Ray into a princess at the Ball—a wager which, her cousin Sara warns, may cost her more than her prized tiara.
Adapted from the award-winning, internationally acclaimed television series, the magical adventures of “The Story Girl” continue—in the spirit and tradition of Lucy Maud Montgomery—for a new generation of young readers.
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10. The Hope Chest of Arabella King
Zwicker, Linda. The Hope Chest of Arabella King. Toronto: HarperCollins Publishers, 1991. New York: Bantam Skylark, 1992. Road to Avonlea 10.
Based on “The Hope Chest of Arabella King,” episode 1.12 of Road to Avonlea, written by Heather Conkie
Trade paperback, vi + 122 pp., 7.58” x 5.25”, 0-00-647043-2 (HarperCollins), 0-553-48036-7 (Bantam Skylark)
When Aunt Arabella’s hope chest is finally opened after fifty years, the King family is dismayed to find only the tattered remains of her trusseau [sic]. But Sara is not to be discouraged. Sure that something else, something important, is hidden in that chest, she enlists the aid of Aunt Olivia, the Avonlea Chronicle’s newest reporter, to get to the bottom of this mystery.
Adapted from the award-winning, internationally acclaimed television series, the magical adventures of “The Story Girl” continue—in the spirit and tradition of Lucy Maud Montgomery—for a new generation of young readers.
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11. Nothing Endures but Change
Hamilton, Gail. Nothing Endures but Change. Toronto: HarperCollins Publishers, 1991. New York: Bantam Skylark, 1993. Road to Avonlea 11.
Based on “Nothing Endures but Change,” episode 1.13 of Road to Avonlea, written by Heather Conkie
Trade paperback, vi + 122 pp., 7.58” x 5.25”, 0-00-647044-0 (HarperCollins), 0-553-48037-5 (Bantam Skylark)
What would Avonlea be like without Sara Stanley? The King family certainly doesn’t want to find out. When Blair Stanley arrives from Montreal to take his daughter home for good, sparks fly as he and Aunt Hetty, his old enemy, fight over her. Caught between the people she loves most, Sara decides to run away, hoping her disappearance will force them to forget their differences, and help her to make the most difficult decision of her life.
Adapted from the award-winning, internationally acclaimed television series, the magical adventures of “The Story Girl” continue—in the spirit and tradition of Lucy Maud Montgomery—for a new generation of young readers.
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12. Sara’s Homecoming
Conkie, Heather. Sara’s Homecoming. Toronto: HarperCollins Publishers, 1992. New York: Bantam Skylark, 1993. Road to Avonlea 12.
Based on “Sara’s Homecoming,” episode 2.1 of Road to Avonlea, written by Heather Conkie
Trade paperback, iv + 123 pp., 7.58” x 5.25”, 0-00-647154-4 (HarperCollins), 0-553-48038-3 (Bantam Skylark)
Sara Stanley finally returns home to Montreal, sadly leaving behind Avonlea and her new-found King family. But her joyful reunion with her father is cut short by sudden tragedy, and once again Sara is faced with the prospect of leaving home.
Adapted from the award-winning, internationally acclaimed television series, the magical adventures of “The Story Girl” continue—in the spirit and tradition of Lucy Maud Montgomery—for a new generation of young readers.
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13. Aunt Hetty’s Ordeal
Hamilton, Gail. Aunt Hetty’s Ordeal. Toronto: HarperCollins Publishers, 1992. New York: Bantam Skylark, 1993. Road to Avonlea 13.
Based on “Aunt Hetty’s Ordeal,” episode 2.3 of Road to Avonlea, written by Marlene Matthews
Trade paperback, iv + 121 pp., 7.58” x 5.25”, 0-00-647155-2 (HarperCollins), 0-553-48039-1 (Bantam Skylark)
Aunt Hetty—Miss King to her well-behaved students—is out to prove herself the very best schoolmarm Avonlea has ever known. To accomplish her goal, she has determined to make a model student of poor, uneducated Gus Pike. But Gus, as it turns out, puts not only her teaching skills to the test, but her compassion as well.
Adapted from the award-winning, internationally acclaimed television series, the magical adventures of “The Story Girl” continue—in the spirit and tradition of Lucy Maud Montgomery—for a new generation of young readers.
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14. Of Corsets and Secrets and True True Love
McHugh, Fiona. Of Corsets and Secrets and True True Love. Toronto: HarperCollins Publishers, 1992. New York: Bantam Skylark, 1993. Road to Avonlea 14.
Based on “Of Corsets and Secrets and True True Love,” episode 2.4 of Road to Avonlea, written by Marlene Matthews
Trade paperback, iv + 122 pp., 7.58” x 5.25”, 0-00-647156-0 (HarperCollins), 0-553-48040-5 (Bantam Skylark)
Rachel Lynde’s toothache, which she firmly believes will kill her, soon becomes the least of her woes, as Marilla offers Green Gables as home to two adorable but rambunctious orphans. To make matters even worse, intrepid journalist Olivia King, with Sara’s assistance, uncovers a youthful romance that Rachel has kept secret for over 25 years!
Adapted from the award-winning, internationally acclaimed television series, the magical adventures of “The Story Girl” continue—in the spirit and tradition of Lucy Maud Montgomery—for a new generation of young readers.
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15. Old Quarrels, Old Love
Conkie, Heather. Old Quarrels, Old Love. Toronto: HarperCollins Publishers, 1992. New York: Bantam Skylark, 1993. Road to Avonlea 15.
Based on “Old Quarrels, Old Love,” episode 2.5 of Road to Avonlea, written by Heather Conkie
Trade paperback, iv + 122 pp., 7.58” x 5.25”, 0-00-647393-8 (HarperCollins), 0-553-48041-3 (Bantam Skylark)
After more than thirty years, who should return to Avonlea but Aunt Hetty’s old flame, Romney Penhallow—and it seems he’s back to win her heart again! As the whole town cheerfully observes Romney’s wooing, the fortress of Hetty’s pride seems to be crumbling. Could Avonlea’s prim and proper schoolmarm really be falling in love?
Adapted from the award-winning, internationally acclaimed television series, the magical adventures of “The Story Girl” continue—in the spirit and tradition of Lucy Maud Montgomery—for a new generation of young readers.
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16. Family Rivalry
Hamilton, Gail. Family Rivalry. Toronto: HarperCollins Publishers, 1992. New York: Bantam Skylark, 1993. Road to Avonlea 16.
Based on “Family Rivalry,” episode 2.7 of Road to Avonlea, written by Jerome McCann
Trade paperback, iv + 124 pp., 7.58” x 5.25”, 0-00-647403-9 (HarperCollins), 0-553-48042-1 (Bantam Skylark)
The return of Roger King—world-famous geologist—turns the King farm topsy-turvy with excitement. But a boyhood feud between Roger and brother Alec wreaks havoc on the homecoming, and sparks begin to fly—not just between the King grownups, but between cousins Felix and Andrew as well.
Adapted from the award-winning, internationally acclaimed television series, the magical adventures of “The Story Girl” continue—in the spirit and tradition of Lucy Maud Montgomery—for a new generation of young readers.
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17. May the Best Man Win
Hamilton, Gail. May the Best Man Win. Toronto: HarperCollins Publishers, 1992. New York: Bantam Skylark, 1993. Road to Avonlea 17.
Based on “May the Best Man Win,” episode 2.6 of Road to Avonlea, written by Grahame Woods
Trade paperback, iv + 122 pp., 7.58” x 5.25”, 0-00-647398-9 (HarperCollins), 0-553-48043-X (Bantam Skylark)
When Edwin Clark, Olivia King’s one true love from years ago, suddenly reappears in Avonlea, it is all she can do to keep her head on straight, as both Edwin and Jasper Dale vie for her affections. It will be up to Sara to solve Olivia’s dilemma, with the help of Felix, Peg Bowen—and Jasper himself!
Adapted from the award-winning, internationally acclaimed television series, the magical adventures of “The Story Girl” continue—in the spirit and tradition of Lucy Maud Montgomery—for a new generation of young readers.
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18. Dreamer of Dreams
Conkie, Heather. Dreamer of Dreams. Toronto: HarperCollins Publishers, 1992. New York: Bantam Skylark, 1993. Road to Avonlea 18.
Based on “Dreamer of Dreams,” episode 2.10 of Road to Avonlea, written by Heather Conkie
Trade paperback, iv + 131 pp., 7.58” x 5.25”, 0-00-647394-6 (HarperCollins), 0-553-48044-8 (Bantam Skylark)
When Sara and Felicity’s gossip column ends up on Page One of the Avonlea Chronicle, it looks like editor Aunt Olivia is to blame. Even worse, a ne’er-do-well robs the Chronicle and Jasper Dale’s harebrained inventions make him the laughing stock of Avonlea. Sara and Felicity helped get Olivia into this mess . . . can they help her out of it?
Adapted from the award-winning, internationally acclaimed television series, the magical adventures of “The Story Girl” continue—in the spirit and tradition of Lucy Maud Montgomery—for a new generation of young readers.
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19. It’s Just a Stage
Cooper, Amy Jo. It’s Just a Stage. Toronto: HarperCollins Publishers, 1992. New York: Bantam Skylark, 1993. Road to Avonlea 19.
Based on “It’s Just a Stage,” episode 2.11 of Road to Avonlea, written by Marlene Matthews
Trade paperback, iv + 101 pp., 7.58” x 5.25”, 0-00-647389-X (HarperCollins), 0-553-48045-6 (Bantam Skylark)
Avonlea is star-struck when Pigeon Plumtree, world-renowned actress and Sara’s cousin, sweeps into town. But the stars are crossed as pig farmer Pat Frewen tries to win Pigeon’s heart instead of Theodora Dixon’s, making Sara a confused Cupid. How will the curtain come down on Avonlea’s longest running romance?
Adapted from the award-winning, internationally acclaimed television series, the magical adventures of “The Story Girl” continue—in the spirit and tradition of Lucy Maud Montgomery—for a new generation of young readers.
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20. Misfits and Miracles
Zwicker, Linda. Misfits and Miracles. Toronto: HarperCollins Publishers, 1992. New York: Bantam Skylark, 1993. Road to Avonlea 20.
Based on “Misfits and Miracles,” episode 2.13 of Road to Avonlea, written by Heather Conkie
Trade paperback, iv + 123 pp., 7.58” x 5.25”, 0-00-647390-3 (HarperCollins), 0-553-48046-4 (Bantam Skylark)
A new school mandate has all the Avonlea kids out of the schoolhouse door and onto the ice—including Sara Stanley. However, the townsfolk’s love of hockey is quickly surpassed by a variety of feuds and spats between just about everyone, all of which will be settled in one exciting game.
Adapted from the award-winning, internationally acclaimed television series, the magical adventures of “The Story Girl” continue—in the spirit and tradition of Lucy Maud Montgomery—for a new generation of young readers.
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21. The Ties That Bind
Conkie, Heather. The Ties That Bind. Toronto: HarperCollins Publishers, 1994. New York: Bantam Skylark, 1994. Road to Avonlea 21.
Based on “The Ties That Bind,” episode 3.1 of Road to Avonlea, written by Heather Conkie
Trade paperback, iv + 107 pp., 7.58” x 5.25”, 0-00-647411-X (HarperCollins), 0-553-48120-7 (Bantam Skylark)
Sara Stanley’s eyes sparkle with delight as she discovers her Aunt Olivia’s secret plan to elope with Jasper Dale. “How romantic,” Sara sighs. But once Hetty King sniffs out the scheme, she knocks all notions of romance out of Olivia’s and Sara’s heads. Taking matters into her own hands, Hetty vows to give the bride and groom a traditional, common-sense wedding. The King farm becomes the site of another family celebration, but Hetty’s meddlesome ways threaten to tear the family apart and bungle Olivia’s big day!
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22. Felix and Blackie
Conkie, Heather. Felix and Blackie. Toronto: HarperCollins Publishers, 1994. New York: Bantam Skylark, 1994. Road to Avonlea 22.
Based on “Felix and Blackie,” episode 3.4 of Road to Avonlea, written by Heather Conkie
Trade paperback, iv + 108 pp., 7.58” x 5.25”, 0-00-647416-0 (HarperCollins), 0-553-48121-5 (Bantam Skylark)
Felix’s Delivery, writes Sara Stanley, finishing up the fancy painted sign that marks the opening of her cousin Felix’s new after-school business. If Felix can make enough money to support Blackie, his father has promised to keep the beloved family stallion. But Felix’s shrewd business methods provide an income that well exceeds the cost of keeping Blackie in feed, and his appetite for wealth gets out of control. Determined to flaunt his success, Felix takes on a bet that results in a heart-breaking and important lesson.
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23. But When She Was Bad . . .
Matthews, Marlene. But When She Was Bad. . . . Toronto: HarperCollins Publishers, 1994. New York: Bantam Skylark, 1994. Road to Avonlea 23.
Based on “But When She Was Bad . . . She Was Horrid” (Part 1), episode 3.2 of Road to Avonlea, written by Marlene Matthews
Trade paperback, iv + 122 pp., 7.58” x 5.25”, 0-00-647421-7 (HarperCollins), 0-553-48122-3 (Bantam Skylark)
When Sara Stanley and Jo Pitts meet, Felix King does a double take. “You two could be twins!” he says. But Felix’s innocent observation brings a mischievous glint to Sara’s eyes. Desperate to escape the clutches of her overbearing Aunt Hetty, Sara convinces Jo, a street wise orphan, to switch places with her. Meanwhile, Sara gets Gus Pike to take her to the mainland—leaving a confused Hetty to deal with the uncontrollable new Sara Stanley. But the plan backfires. When Gus suddenly disappears, Sara finds herself face-to-face with Jo Pitts’ dangerous past.
Adapted from the award-winning, internationally acclaimed television series, the magical adventures of “The Story Girl” continue—in the spirit and tradition of Lucy Maud Montgomery—for a new generation of young readers.
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24. Double Trouble
Matthews, Marlene. Double Trouble. Toronto: HarperCollins Publishers, 1994. New York: Bantam Skylark, 1994. Road to Avonlea 24.
Based on “But When She Was Bad . . . She Was Horrid” (Part 2), episode 3.3 of Road to Avonlea, written by Marlene Matthews
Trade paperback, iv + 120 pp., 7.58” x 5.25”, 0-00-647426-8 (HarperCollins), 0-553-48123-1 (Bantam Skylark)
When Sara Stanley and Jo Pitts changed places, Sara didn’t count on Jo’s criminal past. Unable to convince her captors that she is not Jo Pitts, Sara finds herself locked in a shack, let out only to pick pockets on the mainland docks. Meanwhile, desperate to understand why her darling Sara is acting so strangely, Hetty King employs all sorts of hilarious tactics to control her niece. But the new Sara who steals, lies, cheats and continually burps, has Hetty King at her wits end. Will the real Sara Stanley ever make it home before it’s too late?
Adapted from the award-winning, internationally acclaimed television series, the magical adventures of “The Story Girl” continue—in the spirit and tradition of Lucy Maud Montgomery—for a new generation of young readers.
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25. A Dark and Stormy Night
Hamilton, Gail. A Dark and Stormy Night. Toronto: HarperCollins Publishers, 1994. New York: Bantam Skylark, 1994. Road to Avonlea 25.
Based on “A Dark and Stormy Night,” episode 3.7 of Road to Avonlea, written by Hart Hanson
Trade paperback, iv + 123 pp., 7.58” x 5.25”, 0-00-647431-4 (HarperCollins), 0-553-48124-X (Bantam Skylark)
When the beautiful and mysterious Amanda Stone gives Gus Pike a bag of priceless jewels to hide, his instincts—and his heart—tell him he’s helping a friend. But Amanda Stone is not a friend, she’s a jewelry thief who is looking to double-cross her partner, Robert Rutherford—and use the lovesick Gus to help her. When Rutherford threatens to kill Amanda unless he receives the jewels, the sleuthing Sara Stanley and her King cousins, Felicity and Felix, set out to save Gus and expose the thieves.
Adapted from the award-winning, internationally acclaimed television series, the magical adventures of “The Story Girl” continue—in the spirit and tradition of Lucy Maud Montgomery—for a new generation of young readers.
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26. Friends and Relations
Conkie, Heather. Friends and Relations. Toronto: HarperCollins Publishers, 1995. New York: Bantam Skylark, 1995. Road to Avonlea 26.
Based on “Friends and Relations,” episode 3.8 of Road to Avonlea, written by Heather Conkie.
Trade paperback, iv + 123 pp., 7.58” x 5.25”, 0-00-647436-5 (HarperCollins), 0-553-48125-8 (Bantam Skylark)
While the ladies go into town for an auction and the men set off for a day of ice-fishing, Sara and her cousin Felicity King are left to mind the children. But the pleasant day is nearly ruined when petty arguments break out over past wrongs. It is not until Aunt Abigail’s little boy goes missing that the family is drawn back together in a desperate search to find him before it’s too late.
Adapted from the award-winning, internationally acclaimed television series, the magical adventures of “The Story Girl” continue—in the spirit and tradition of Lucy Maud Montgomery—for a new generation of young readers.
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27. Vows of Silence
Hamilton, Gail. Vows of Silence. New York: Bantam Skylark, 1995. Road to Avonlea 27.
Based on “Vows of Silence,” episode 3.9 of Road to Avonlea, written by Hart Hanson
Trade paperback, iv + 123 pp., 7.58” x 5.25”, 0-553-48126-6
When Alec King presents his wife, Janet, with a comb that once belonged to his great Aunt, Janet hopes to put the unsightly heirloom away forever. But her daughter, Felicity, has a different plan. Felicity borrows the comb to impress her friends—and then loses it. Calling on the help of her cousin Sara Stanley and her brother Felix to participate in a search, Felicity hopes to replace the treasure before her mother discovers it missing. But time is running out, when Alec announces that he’d like Janet to wear the monstrous item to the Avonlea social in just one week!
Adapted from the award-winning, internationally acclaimed television series, the magical adventures of “The Story Girl” continue—in the spirit and tradition of Lucy Maud Montgomery—for a new generation of young readers.
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28. The Calamitous Courting of Hetty King
McHugh, Fiona. The Calamitous Courting of Hetty King. New York: Bantam Skylark, 1995. Road to Avonlea 28.
Based on “The Calamitous Courting of Hetty King,” episode 3.12 of Road to Avonlea, written by Marlene Matthews
Trade paperback, iv + 122 pp., 7.58” x 5.25”, 0-553-48127-4
Romance is in the air as the Avonlea winter fair approaches. Felicity King is on tenterhooks as she waits for Gus Pike to ask her to the big event. And travelling skate salesman Wally Higgins finds in Hetty King the woman of his dreams. But the romantic mood changes when Aunt Hetty must take desperate measures to dissuade her enthusiastic new suitor and Felicity’s impatience becomes unbearable for all the King clan. Determined to set Cupid on the right path, Sara Stanley intervenes with a hope to solve these romantic dilemmas before it’s too late.
Adapted from the award-winning, internationally acclaimed television series, the magical adventures of “The Story Girl” continue—in the spirit and tradition of Lucy Maud Montgomery—for a new generation of young readers.
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29. Old Friends, Old Wounds
Hamilton, Gail. Old Friends, Old Wounds. New York: Bantam Skylark, 1995. Road to Avonlea 29.
Based on “Old Friends, Old Wounds,” episode 3.13 of Road to Avonlea, written by Heather Conkie
Trade paperback, iv + 123 pp., 7.58” x 5.25”, 0-553-48128-2
The town of Avonlea suffers a sad loss when the owner of Green Gables, Marilla Cuthbert, passes away. To make matters worse, John Harrison from the neighbouring farm buys Green Gables and threatens to oust Rachel Lynde and her charges, Davy and Dora Keith. Afraid that they’ll be taken away from Rachel Lynde and possibly even separated, Davy and Dora must rely on Sara Stanley and her cousin Felix King to save their family and their home.
Adapted from the award-winning, internationally acclaimed television series, the magical adventures of “The Story Girl” continue—in the spirit and tradition of Lucy Maud Montgomery—for a new generation of young readers.
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