Anne Shirley is now a mother, and her children thrive in the enchanting world of Ingleside. They soon befriend the manse children?motherless, unruly, yet full of heart. Into their circle comes Mary Vance, a bold runaway girl whose presence sparks both excitement and confusion. Her sharp tongue and blunt honesty stir up gossip and misadventures. Part 1 introduces the key characters and the beginnings of youthful conflicts and community entanglements.