In this coming-of-age novel by fan-favorite author Mariko Tamaki, see the classic tale in a whole new light. Disney-Hyperion/de la Cruz, 18.99 (304p) ISBN 978-0-5 Tamaki ( Cold) puts a modern spin on Anne of Green Gables in this finely detailed rendering of half-Japanese. Is she MTB with Gilly? Or is Berry her true soul mate? Only time (or 304 pages) will tell. In this coming-of-age novel by fan-favorite author Mariko Tamaki, see the classic tale in a whole new light. This is the story of how I became Anne of Greenville. Both personality quirks quickly come into play when the soccer team boos the premiere of her disco performance, which-in a roundabout way-introduces her to her new BFF, Berry, and she soon after meets the girl of her dreams, Gilly.įalling quickly into that age-old trap of ignoring the best friend for the new crush, Anne soon becomes embroiled in a series of dramatic and unfortunate events, and quickly finds herself wrapped up in a love triangle she never expected. Read Anne of Greenville by Mariko Tamaki available from Rakuten Kobo. Recently relocated to middle-of-nowhere Greenville and starting at a new school, Anne has a tendency to A) fall in love quickly, deeply, and effervescently and B) fly off the handle in the face of jerks. Anne of Greenville : Mariko Tamaki : 9781368078405 Categories: Classic Books for Children Children's General Story Books Romance Books for Teenagers Family Society & Social Issues Family Issues Share Anne of Greenville 3.47 (459 ratings by Goodreads) Hardback English By (author) Mariko Tamaki US21.28 Free delivery worldwide Available. In this modern reimagining of Anne of Green Gables, Anne is an ABBA-loving singer/actor/writer of disco-operas, queer, Japanese-American who longs to be understood for her artistic genius. It’s also the story of how I found my true true, and how I needed to maybe come to Greenville, of all places, to make that happen. Tamaki infuses her work with so much humor, nuance, and incredible generosity for every character, and I will read every single thing she writes.This is the story of how I became Anne of Greenville. Joy as an act of resistance overflows from Anne and her new world. 'I adored Mariko Tamaki's Anne of Greenville, which doesn't shy away from the harsh realities of being both queer and weird in a small town, but also embraces so much love and beauty. 'Every page of this glittery disco ball of a book explodes with imagination, effervescence, and joy - prepare to find a kindred spirit in this thoroughly modern Anne Shirley.'- Sarah Kuhn, author of From Little Tokyo, with Love Anne of Greenville bubbles over with a defiantly joyful energy!'- Britta Lundin, author of Ship It and Like Other Girls

'A glitter-fueled disco daydream! Mariko Tamaki captures the irrepressible, unapologetic enthusiasm of Anne Shirley and delivers her with sequins and rollerskates to a brand new audience.

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