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Summary: WHERE IS THE "0" RATING?
Review: Do you like incredibly pointless books that serve more as lullibies than useful stories? Are you a completely uptight, butched feminist? If you answered "yes" to either of the above questions, Jane Eyre is right down your alley. This is required school reading simply because of the weakness of all other female writers! Bronte is nothing more than a token.
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Summary: A complete bore
Review: This book should not be placed in the same class with other "classic" authors who deserve their place. This book is a bore, the main character is a whiny cry-baby and the book goes nowhere for a long time. Jane has a very thick skull and all the obvious things fly over her head. This book should not be a classic, and I do not understand why it is one.
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Summary: Not a book for the average male!
Review: While there are wonderful characters and a somewhat clever plot, this book gets very boring! The main thrill of the novel is just a written account of most girls' dream of becoming the wife of a man to whom they are truly in love (OK, so Jane had some hardships along the way too...;-)). Of course, Jane is very independent and has no exceptionally good looks, so the story may be considered an inspiration to the female culture's wish of being respected for what is inside...? I found it an inspiration to go to bed a little sooner.
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Summary: A strong woman in evil times!
Review: One word sums it up: WOW! This is a powerful and moving love story. The characters are realistically portrayed and make you scream and shout for Jane. Do yourself a favor and read this book!
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Summary: thought process was extrodinary JULIE KOLODZIEJCZYK
Review: JULIE KOLODZIEJCZYK I just have to say that the reason why this book was so good and the reson why it ended the it did and the reason why it was so emotional was because of one thing: the thought process, although extrodinary, it was kept hidden and not said. Jane and edward especially thought millions of extreme emotions, but never said a word untill later. Although this did not mean that they were not honest. they were quite honest, especially jane, she always told edward the truth, like when she felt uncomfortable or how she did not like his appearence. The only thing that both of them lacked was communicated this extreme emotions. She was honest and told that she was not comfortable, but did not tell him, why she was uncomfotable. it is completely natural and completely how i would have reacted. that is what made this book so good. We as humans could relate to it. we as humans do that all the time. We rarely tell the truth, and even more rare, tell our reasons behind the truth! JULIE KOLODZIEJCZYK
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Summary: A Good Romance, But Not Much Else
Review: Although some critics have hailed Jane Eyre as the first great romance novel. I find that it is ONLY a romance novel. The character of Jane Eyre is quite inspiring at times. She is self-reliant, moral, and just. But at times she still manages to alienate the reader with her conduct (i.e. when she reproaches Hannah's conduct). If the reader fails to identify with Jane, then the overall impact of the book is greatly diminished. Additionally, the overuse of deus ex machina (nature intervening to solve problems), pathetic fallacy (nature imitating the characters' feelings), and supernatural events (to foreshadow coming plot twists) really tarnishes the plot. It destroys the credibility of the plot -- which is central to a romantic novel -- and slows the overall pace of the story. Although such devices should be used to emphasize important events, their overuse merely weakens their intended effect. Overall, Jane Eyre is a well written romantic novel; I feel it is worthy of perusal on a rainy afternoon. However, if the reader is looking for a book with more pith, they may wish to reconsider their choice.
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Summary: It was a very complex ,but emotional book.
Review: Iwant to give advice to those who plan on reading this book. Take your time ,because you need to absorb all of the book and get a complete understanding of it. I am in 8th. grade an read it in about a month and a half.(my version was about 2 inches thick) I wish that I had more time but I had to finish it before the end of the quarter. The book was so different from all others that I have read. It was sad and happy. I thought I would get sick of it but I kept reading it and surprisingly it got better. It touched me to listen to the girls feeling of hate, love, and remorse. It grabs you with the power she reveals so strongly in her words and thoughts. I could picture it in my mind, it was so real. This book is not meant for males to read. If males do I feel pity for them. It is a very feminine novel, thet would not be easily understood by a male.
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Summary: Wow, an awesome book with an unusual story-line
Review: I am a 15 year old sophmore who was required to re-read this book for an honors class. Reading it the second time not only helped me to understand it more, but to like even more. Jane Eyre is a wonderful book that comes from out of the blue. To me when I first heard I had to read it as a freshman, it was just another one of those classics that they made you read. However, as the stroy progressed I really enjoyed learning about how Jane delt with everything. Not only did I begin to dislike the people that Jane disliked, but I began to start looking at everyday situation and wonder how she might handle them. Overall, it was a wonderfully written book.
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Summary: A great book that can be somewhat hard to read.
Review: I am a 15 year old freshman who was required to read this book for an honors class. At first I was annoyed at the lengh and appearence of "another boring classic" that I would hate. Once I started to read Jane Eyre I was immediatly drawn in. The descriptions of seens, though long and tedious, were magnificent. The story line itself realy touched me. I found myself dislikeing all the characters that Jane disliked and having a grudge against all the characters who were unjust to Jane. I found jane to be a kind of idol. Her courage to speak up for herself and never let anyone walk all over her was really encouraging to me. By the end of the book I was in love with Mr. Rochester and felt my own ties with Thornfeild, Mrs. Fairfax, Adele, and all the others. I encourage people to read this book! What I thought was going to be a boring assignment turned into a pleasure. Me, a person who really dislikes reading, found myself reading every night. I hope kids and adults alike read this book and enjoy it. It was somewhat of a challenge for me, but it was well worth it!
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Summary: Jane Eyer, An All Time Classic
Review: Charolette Bronte never seces to amaze me. she seems to bring her characters to life, as they jump off the page and into you head. After reading Jane Eyer, you will find yourself constantly wondering how she is doing. This book will follow you wherever you go, and unconcesly haunt you mind. It is an ultimate classic that everyone must read! What makes this book so great? Charolette Brontes wonderful skill, of making the characters so real, is what makes this book a classic. She describes Jane in such a way, that everyone can find a bit of themselves in her, and often can relate to her thoughts, and her feelings. Her inocence, just seems to surround her. She has such a pure love, a pure want, and yet she is so inocent, that we long to be like her. Her inteligence and pride, add to her, and make her a prominent figure in our minds. With out Charolette Bronte's wonderful depiction of Jane, this book would not be near as powerful as it is now. The romance in this novel, makes you wan to reach out and hug Jane. You wan tto tell her that everything will be all right, and with the hard life that she had suffered through, when she finds love, you want to cry for her. As the Climax of the book arrives, you find yourself reading, with a tear sliding slowly down you cheek. You feel you eyes fill up as you want to weep with her. YOu want her to know you are there. with out the romance, that touches your heart, this book could not be the same, and would not touch the heart in the same way. The simplicity of theh plot, helps to make the book a hit. If this book were not simple and plain, it would become a bore, but it is nothing more than a young girls life, as she grows, her terrible treatment from her aunt, her schooling, and her first love. This book is so simple that it is almost amazing. Clearly this book is wondeful. You will find your self reading it over and over again! I suggest it to all of those who enjoy a good romance, with lots of love and hope!
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