Rilla of Ingleside

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Set against the backdrop of World War I, the story centers on Rilla Blythe, the youngest daughter of Anne and Gilbert. As her brothers Jem, Walter, and Shirley, along with her sweetheart Ken Ford and friends Jerry and Carl, head off to war, Rilla grapples with the challenges of growing up in a time of uncertainty. The narrative adopts a more serious tone, exploring themes of courage, love, and the impact of war on family and community.