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Jane Eyre, by Charlotte Bronte

Jane Eyre, by Charlotte Bronte, follows a female protagonist, Jane, through her life journeys as she learns throughout her experiences from a child to a woman. She lives a challenging life as she grows up as a poor orphan girl in a male-dominat and social class restricted society during the Victorian Era. She goes through many troubles and mysteries on her journey. Her main objective is to make a life for herself, find true love, family, and a place where she can call home.

I very much enjoyed the books as I got to see Jane grow up into a woman and see the change in her identity and character from a child to and adult. I would recommend this book to anyone who is interested Gothic literature and mysteries. Also this book would be interesting to people who enjoy reading books from the Victorian Era. I would not recommend this to anyone who does not enjoy reading a slow-paced book as it is very long and takes time to unfold.

Reviewed by Anonymous, Grade 9
Glendale Central Library
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Melissa said…
Jane Eyre, a young woman, with a traumatizing childhood, is exposed to the world she didn’t know about. As she starts to be a governess to a little girl Adele at Thornfield Hall. There she meets Mr. Edward Rochester, who opens her eyes to the possibility of a warm, welcoming world, not the one she is used to. But amid the romantic atmosphere, a terrible secret is revealed and Jane must make a decision that will determine her life path.

I love this book. The way Janes character grows from a reserved , small and scared to character to a bold young woman is captivating to read. I love the romance that evolved between Edward and Jane. I think that it is unfair how Mr. Rochester doesn’t tell Jane about his hysteric wife, even though he does not wish to be involved with her. At the same time, Jane really was hard on Edward and left Thornfield Hall to her cousins. I like how she realizes that she still loves Edward and how she stayed with him after he became nearly blind after the fire.

Reviewed by ZB, Grade 10
Montrose Library
August 18, 2022 at 3:40 PM
Melissa said…
Orphaned at an early age, Jane Eyre is raised by a cruel aunt and endures harsh conditions at school. As an adult, she becomes nanny to Edward Rochester's daughter. Jane and Edward fall in love, but on their wedding day, she discovers that he is already married to a mentally ill woman who hides in his house. Heartbroken, Jane leaves and ends up with the kind Rivers family. Rivers proposes to her, but she refuses and returns to Edward, only to learn something that will change everything...

I read this book when I was 11 years old, thanks to my mother’s recommendation, and it changed the way I read. Although it was difficult to read at my age it left a lasting impression on me. I will never forget the main character. Her strength in the face of adversity inspired me, especially when the people around her, despite their abilities, were afraid to fight small problems. The book can interest both teenagers and adults, thanks to its surprising twists and a shining example of resilience.

Reviewed by Liliana, Grade 9
Glendale Central Library
March 14, 2025 at 4:18 PM
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