The first time I read this book I was a sophomore in high school and had to read it as part of my required summer reading. It was slow to start in the beginning, but but I quickly connected to little Jane. By the time Jane met the love of her life, Mr. Rochester, and was established in Thornfield Hall, I was hooked.
I would have to say this is my favorite book of all time. This was not only the first "real" book I read, but it is also the first book I re-read. Re-reading the book was a very interesting experience for me. The mystery was gone (since I knew what was to happen) but there was a different kind of suspense. It was more the suspense surrounding the anticipation of knowing what was going to happen and not having the patience to wait to get to the good parts!
I had much deeper appreciation for the novel looking at it from an adult perspective. Re-reading Jane Eyre reinforced my original standing that this is my favorite book of all time.
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After reading your review, I look forward to picking up Jane Eyre again. =) My last favorite book is Pride and Prejudice, and I've read that one over and over. I'd love to read another classic from an adult perspective.
ReplyDeleteOh cool. I never read Jane Austen's books although I watch lots of movies based on her books multiple time. Any recommendations on what to read first?
ReplyDeleteI love both these books. The movies too. Have you seen the recent edtions? Amazing, smoldering, sexy, smart, and fun.
ReplyDeleteCheck them out.