Jane Eyre

This is a beautifully written book about Jane Eyre. However, I didn't quite enjoy the romance. At first it was exciting, but once they confessed their love, the way they acted I just didn't like. Especially Mr. Rochester. Some people would say that this is a feminist book, but concerning the romance I don't think so. Mr. Rochester seems to try to change her physically into someone she isn't. Later, St John tries to do change her personality-wise. I liked how the story ends, however, as people change after certain events.

Also, I wished Jane expressed her opinion more than she did the few times in the novel. Yes, there were a few passages that are empowering women, but some other times she retells a some parts without any of her own thoughts and opinions to enable the reader to retrace her actions.

Jane also addresses the issue of prejudice. One topic that continues throughout the novel is the prejudice towards poor people. It starts with Jane's opinion when she was a child and under the influence of Mrs. Reed and her children. Later, she was poor hersself and meets someone with that attitude. Jane, then, explains beautifully why some people might have prejudices and why they are so difficult to get rid of.

All in all, the novel was beautiful and I enjoyed reading it. I do recommend it for people who do not mind romance.