As a “kindred spirit”, I would add Anne Shirley, of Anne of Green Gables. And for the fun of it: Nancy Drew. Loved reading those as a kid.
Saw several old friends on there already, though.
Trixie Belden, too! :) There was also some series about a military Nurse; can’t remember her name, though...
Definitely Anne “with an E” Shirley. I’ve loved Anne for 50 years. As a 7 year old, Anne made me believe in soul mates. With the optimism of Anne I will search for my Gilbert to the day I die.