Rilla of Ingleside

Set against the backdrop of World War I, this novel follows Rilla Blythe, a spirited young girl on the cusp of adulthood, as her world shifts dramatically with her brothers heading off to war. Through her experiences—from caring for an orphan to leading the local Red Cross and falling in love—Rilla navigates the challenges faced by her family and community during this tumultuous time. The story offers a heartfelt look at the hopes, fears, and resilience of those living at home while war rages abroad, illuminating a unique Canadian perspective of that era.