Marilyn Lightstone Reads

Emily grows more confident in her writing as she begins to see herself as a true storyteller, shaping her "dreams into words".

Emily takes a trip to the bay shore with Cousin Jimmy.

Emily visits her eccentric Great-Aunt Nancy Priest at the eerie, Wyther Grange, where a night spent in the “haunted” Pink Room terrifies her.

Emily get's quite a shock when Perry's mom suggests she should marry her son.

On Christmas Day, Emily feels the connection with her Murray side growing.

After Emily accidentally offends Lofty John and provokes him to cut down New Moon’s beloved grove in revenge, the whole household is thrown into misery, and Aunt Elizabeth cruelly blames Emily.

When Emily gets caught writing poetry in her Mathematics class, she faces humiliation from her teacher Ms Brownell and Aunt Elizabeth.

After being saved from a fierce bull by a brave boy named Perry Miller, Emily befriends him when he comes to work at New Moon.

Emily, believing she has eaten a poisoned apple from Lofty John’s workshop, faces her supposed impending death with dramatic courage.

Emily and Ilse have a fierce quarrel over whether their playhouse should have a parlour. 

Emily faces a painful betrayal when her friend Rhoda excludes her from a lavish birthday party in favour of a rich new girl. At the same time, Emily asserts her first major act of independence by refusing Aunt Elizabeth's command to cut her hair.

Emily finds a chest full of her father's old books and becomes inspired to connect with her father through her new "Book of Yesterday".

Emily begins to feel a deep connection to New Moon while she bonds with Cousin Jimmy, who shares a story of a lost diamond.

Emily prepares for the journey towards her new life in New Moon.

Young Emily Starr endures a wave of grief and faces the judgment of her extended Murray family, who arrive to decide her future. With a spark of courage and defiance, she clings to her father’s memory and quietly vows to be brave, even as her world becomes suddenly uncertain and lonely.

Welcome to Marilyn Lightstone Reads: Emily of New Moon. Beloved for her iconic role as Miss Stacey in the classic television series Anne of Green Gables, celebrated Canadian actress Marilyn Lightstone now returns to the world of Lucy Maud Montgomery — and the magic of Prince Edward Island — to bring to life the unforgettable coming-of-age story of the imaginative young heroine, Emily Starr.

Elizabeth tells Jane about Darcy’s intention to marry her.

A letter arrives from Mr. Collins that suggests that an engagement between Darcy and Elizabeth is imminent.

Elizabeth accepts that having been refused by her once, Darcy will not ask her to marry him again. Meanwhile, Mr. Bingley tells Jane that he will ask Mr. Bennet for permission to marry her.

Mrs. Gardiner replies to Elizabeth that it was Darcy who found Lydia and Wickham, and Darcy who paid Wickham the money that facilitated the marriage.

Elizabeth realizes that her opinion of Darcy has changed so completely that if he were to propose to her again, she would accept.

Mr. Gardiner attempts to reassure his niece that Whickham will certainly marry Lydia because he will not want his own career to reputation ruined.

Elizabeth panics, realizing that if Wickham does not marry Lydia, the reputations of both Lydia and the entire family will be ruined.

As Elizabeth tours the beautiful estate of Pemberley with the Gardiners, she imagines what it would be like to be mistress there, as Darcy’s wife

News spreads that Wickham is no longer interested in Miss King, who has gone to Liverpool to stay with her uncle.

Elizabeth's feelings toward Darcy suddenly enter into flux.

Darcy admits to attempting to break Bingley’s romance with Jane and offers his account of Wickham’s doings.

Charlotte declares that Darcy must be in love with Elizabeth... or it is perhaps Colonel Fitzwilliam who is interested in her.

Lady Catherine grills Elizabeth concerning her upbringing, deciding that the Bennet sisters have been badly reared.

Elizabeth travels with Sir William Lucas to visit Charlotte and her new husband, Mr. Collins.

Mrs. Bennet’s hopes of seeing her daughters wed fade rapidly.

Miss Bingley warns Elizabeth not to trust Wickham, meanwhile Mr. Collins realizes that Darcy is related to his patroness, Lady Catherine.

At the ball, Elizabeth's unhappiness reaches its peak when she finds herself dancing with Darcy.

Feeling a sense of obligation to the Bennet family because of the entail, Mr. Collins plans to ask one of the Bennet daughters to marry him.

Troubled by his fascination with Elizabeth, Darcy resolves to pay her less attention while she remains at Netherfield.

Elizabeth implies that Darcy is far too demanding...

Everyone agrees that Mr. Darcy, despite his family and fortune, is too proud to be likable.

"It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a good fortune, must be in want of a wife." From its immortal opening sentence, Marilyn captures every delight of Jane Austen’s timeless treasure, reading and acting the parts to bring Mr. Darcy, Elizabeth Bennett and all of your favourite characters to dramatic life.

In the finale, the Schlegels and Wilcoxs take time to reflect amid the turmoil surrounding Leonard’s death.

Helen reflects on her complex feelings toward Leonard, especially after Tibby inadvertently reveals information to Charles about Helen's connection to “a man named Bast”. Later, Leonard spirals with guilt and remorse after his affair with Helen, trying to atone for his actions.

Margaret's anxiety over her sister Helen's mysterious disappearance deepens. As tensions rise, Margaret discovers Helen’s secret.

Margaret's visit to Howards End is marked by confusion and unexpected encounters, especially with Miss Avery, who has mistakenly moved Margaret's family's furniture into the house. Despite Margaret's insistence that they will not live there, the situation grows increasingly complicated as she tries to resolve the misunderstanding.

Helen approaches Tibby with troubling news about Mr Wilcox and her involvement with a ruined man, Leonard Bast. Despite his indifference, Tibby is tasked with handling Helen's financial and moral dilemmas, including delivering a large sum of money.

Helen reflects on the consequences of her actions and her dissatisfaction with the Wilcox family, particularly Mr. Wilcox's lack of personal responsibility.

Margaret, on her journey to Oniton for the wedding, experiences tension with Charles and begins to question her role in this family dynamic.  Later, while seeking Henry's help to find work for Leonard Bast, a shocking discovery is made about Henry's past.

After spending time at the Wilcox's home, Margaret experiences a moment of reflection on the contrasts between her inner thoughts and the outer, mundane world.

Margaret attempts to help Mr. Wilcox connect his intellectual and emotional sides, believing that this connection can lead to a fuller, more meaningful life. However, her efforts are hindered by his emotional obtuseness and a lack of awareness, particularly in the case of Leonard Bast's financial troubles, which Margaret and Helen view more compassionately than he does.

Margaret receives a letter from Mr. Wilcox about a potential house in Ducie Street, which causes her anxiety as she wonders if his businesslike tone hides more than meets the eye.

Leonard's tea visit to the Schlegels turns awkward and uncomfortable. Although despite the tension, the Schlegels continue to try and help Leonard. Meanwhile, Margaret struggles with the impending move from Wickham Place.

Leonard reconnects with the Schlegals about a misunderstanding involving Margaret's visiting card. Later, the sisters get an update on Howard's End.