Chapter 7, 8, 9 Summary

Chapter 7: The group prepares to leave college for Christmas break. Phil is going home to Bolingbroke to see Alex and Alfonzo and is disappointed Anne is not going with her. Anne is going to Avonlea and is excited to see her family and friends. At home, Diana meets Anne and updates her on current events. Davy greets her with enthusiasm and even Dora is happy to see her. Philippa writes Anne about all her trials at home including the men she is torn between. After reading her letter, Anne and Diana walk over to air out Echo Lodge, which reminds Anne about her love of the past.

Chapter 8: Anne and Jane Andrews are snuggled under blankets in the New Year, exchanging confidences. Anne is drifting to sleep when Jane tells her that she needs to tell her something. Jane asks Anne if she...