Orphaned into the household of her Aunt Reed at Gateshead, subject to the cruel regime at Lowood charity school, Jane Eyre nonetheless emerges unbroken in spirit and integrity. She takes up the post of governess at Thornfield, falls in love with Mr. Rochester, and discovers the impediment to their lawful marriage in a story that transcends melodrama to portray a woman's passionate search for a wider and richer life than Victorian society traditionally allowed.
With a heroine full of yearning, the dangerous secrets she encounters, and the choices she finally makes, Charlotte Bronte's innovative and enduring romantic novel continues to engage and provoke readers.
Our Thoughts...
The only reason I picked this book up at the library was because of the historic setting (I have a passion for history). Thinking this book would not satisfy and instead, become bored and quit, I was reluctant. But as chapter by chapter zoomed by, the storyline was riveting and the suspense thrilling. Secrets upon secrets are built, Charlotte Brontë did a wonderful job of ending this tale and did not leave a single hint or question answered. The characters were very realistic, Jane herself, was the most relatable character, practical and plain. Her life was not fine, but she matured and became a moral woman who was not afraid of talking back to men like Mr. Rochester about her choices or advising him. She also never gave in to sinful desires and did not become swayed by beauty or temporary happiness. Mr. Rochester was an extremely interesting man who seemed at times, too stubborn and cocky, but slowly learned from his mistakes. He was not a fine and remarkably built gentleman, presumably very ugly, but he listened to Jane when no one else liked her, and related to her in such a personal way. He was not a Christian though and since he had everything he could want, he kept God out of his life, even while Jane would talk to him about her faith and keeping her morals and standards in line with what she believed in. At times, I felt that Mr. Rochester was too careless and did not know how to treat Jane, buying her pricey dresses and outfits, even when she refused. The story, however, ends up perfectly and everything ties together for one emotional ending.
This classic novel was thought provoking, bringing you to realize the important details of life and how people can change lives by just caring about others and sacrificing themselves another persons sake. There are multiple Jane Eyre movies out and also a tv show that follows Jane, perfect to see after reading this book!
-ShewolfLia17
This classic novel was thought provoking, bringing you to realize the important details of life and how people can change lives by just caring about others and sacrificing themselves another persons sake. There are multiple Jane Eyre movies out and also a tv show that follows Jane, perfect to see after reading this book!
-ShewolfLia17
