The Blue Castle (Version 2)

Lucy Maud Montgomery (1874 - 1942)

"The Blue Castle" by L. M. Montgomery tells the story of Valancy Stirling, a repressed and timid woman living under the control of her overbearing family in the small town of Deerwood. With her health being a constant concern and her life devoid of joy, Valancy finds solace in her dreams and imaginations. However, everything changes when she receives a shocking medical diagnosis, which prompts her to break free from her constrained existence.

Determined to live life on her own terms, Valancy decides to seize the opportunity to experience the world beyond the confines of Deerwood. She accepts an invitation from Barney Snaith, a mysterious and unconventional man, to join him in the remote Blue Castle. In this picturesque setting, Valancy discovers love, freedom, and the courage to be herself.

As Valancy explores her newfound independence, she learns to confront societal expectations and embrace her true desires. With Barney by her side, she finds companionship and a sense of belonging that she had never known before. Together, they embark on a journey of self-discovery, defying convention and embracing the beauty of life's possibilities.

"The Blue Castle" is a heartwarming tale of transformation, resilience, and the pursuit of happiness in the face of adversity. Through Valancy's journey, Montgomery celebrates the power of love, imagination, and the human spirit to overcome life's challenges and find fulfillment. - Summary by Bryn Roberts

Note: the song in chapter 38 was taken from a PD source and recorded by the reader.

Genre(s): Romance

Language: English

Keyword(s): romance (1047), Canada (182), young adult (112), classics (65), historical (38), self-actualization (psychology) (1), single women (1)

Section Chapter Reader Time
Play 01 Ch 1 Bryn Roberts
00:23:22
Play 02 Ch 2 & 3 Bryn Roberts
00:19:41
Play 03 Ch 4 & 5 Bryn Roberts
00:15:09
Play 04 Ch 6 & 7 Bryn Roberts
00:24:54
Play 05 Ch 8 Bryn Roberts
00:21:36
Play 06 Ch 9 & 10 Bryn Roberts
00:22:51
Play 07 Ch 11 Bryn Roberts
00:26:56
Play 08 Ch 12-14 Bryn Roberts
00:22:52
Play 09 Ch 15-17 Bryn Roberts
00:20:30
Play 10 Ch 18 & 19 Bryn Roberts
00:25:38
Play 11 Ch 20 Bryn Roberts
00:18:47
Play 12 Ch 21 & 22 Bryn Roberts
00:19:00
Play 13 Ch 23-25 Bryn Roberts
00:24:04
Play 14 Ch 26 Bryn Roberts
00:10:58
Play 15 Ch 27 Bryn Roberts
00:23:35
Play 16 Ch 28-30 Bryn Roberts
00:25:15
Play 17 Ch 31 & 32 Bryn Roberts
00:24:55
Play 18 Ch 33-35 Bryn Roberts
00:20:54
Play 19 Ch 36 & 37 Bryn Roberts
00:10:41
Play 20 Ch 38 Bryn Roberts
00:20:46
Play 21 Ch 39 & 40 Bryn Roberts
00:19:48
Play 22 Ch 41 & 42 Bryn Roberts
00:23:44
Play 23 Ch 43-45 Bryn Roberts
00:07:05