The reason I picked Jane Eyre for May reading challenge was that it is my mother’s favourite book. Of. All. Time. I simply wanted to know why she loves it so much.
Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte
4 out of 5
Published in 2016 by Penguin Books Ltd
You can order a copy from Amazon, Waterstones
Blurb: A gothic masterpiece of tempestuous passions and dark secrets, Charlotte Bronte’s Jane Eyre is edited with an introduction and notes by Stevie Davis in Penguin Classics.
Charlotte Bronte tells the story of orphaned Jane Eyre, who grows up in the home of her heartless aunt, enduring loneliness and cruelty. This troubled childhood strengthens Jane’s natural independence and spirit – which prove necessary when she finds employment as a governess to the young ward of Byronic, brooding Mr Rochester. As her feelings for Rochester develop, Jane gradually uncovers Thornfield Hall’s terrible secret, forcing her to make a choice. Should she stay with Rochester and live with the consequences, or follow her convictions – even if it means leaving the man she loves?
A novel of intense power and intrigue, Jane Eyre dazzled readers with its passionate depiction of a woman’s search for equality and freedom.
My thoughts: Surprisingly I found the language very strange. Although I absolutely love period dramas and the old-school feel, but reading it is really quite different. Once I got over the first “shock” I enjoyed the book overall.
It’s difficult not to like Jane; she’s smart, kind, strong-willed and loud to voice her opinions where appropriate. For me Jane Eyre is a coming-of-age story about a young girl trying to find her place in the world; a story about love, and hope and everything in between. One I’d want to read again, and that is sure to have an impact every time.
Is it my favorite book? No. (sorry, mum!)
Do I like classics? Guess so. I’d definitely try to read another one.
Have you read Jane Eyre? What did you think? Let’s chat!
