Jane Eyre (Abridged) Audiobook

" I adore this book. One of my all time favorites. "

" I read Wuthering Heights in college, loathed it, and promptly wrote off all the Brontes. When I shared that a few months ago, I was encouraged to try Jane Eyre, being assured that it was completely different. "Completely different"? No. It was still overwrought Gothic nonsense with language you sink in up to your ankles. But it was saved by Jane herself, who works against the sentimentality of the plot and Rochester himself, and St. John, who by his very loathesomeness makes Rochester seem a viable option. "

" The eagle falls in love with the sparrow--who needs the rest? "

" Yearning, that is the word I would use to capture the essence of this book. For success in love, for just one happy day can these people just tell each other the truth? Yearning is what will bring us back to read this book again, perhaps we missed something, perhaps they loved and lived happily ever after despite the misery they caused each other. "

" I hate to give this more stars that Villette, because it's not as good, but it is more enjoyable. The only new thing I have to say that isn't completely covered in other reviews, is that you can see the template of contemporary romance novels in this book. "

" Best romance of all time. "

" I enjoyed this book very much "

" My favourite book of all time. "

" hey! Its the Sound of Music! "

" Dated in style but not in relevance, Jane Eyre is a surprisingly crisp read with feminist overtones that never drown out the narrative. "

" Loved it! While it is indeed the typical Gothic novel that is often complained about, that's what makes it so great. It explores the internal conflict between logic and emotion, or the head and heart. A very cynical Cinderella story, of sorts. "

" Amazing book! I love the mysterious plot and the brilliant characters. One of my favourite books. The plot is suspenseful with mystery but also a not so stereotypical love story. More than worth a read. "

" Okay, I admit... BEST CLASSIC EVER! (okay lord of the rings rocks too) I watched a movie of it and it was incredible. Three thumbs up! "

" The bit of the book from when St. James found her the teaching job to almost the very end was pretty slow for me. But I absolutely loved the rest. The ending was a bit cheesy, but the characters deserved it and I enjoyed the way it all came together. "

" Love this book, it's kinda like a gothic Pride and Prejudice with a little Oliver Twist thrown in. "

" I think this would be a great book for people who enjoy history. But me as myself am not much of a history lover so I didn't enjoy this book as much. "

" I loved it! Better than the movie! Jane loves Mr Rochester. Mr Rochester loves Jane. So romantic! "

" My all-time favourite book. Never have two characters touched me more than Jane and Rochester. I would give this 10 stars out of 5 if I could. "

" Revisited this book by listening to this on audiobook while exercising. Loved the book. Jane is a strong, upright, principled young lady. She works for her needs and is clear in who she is and what she is willing to do. Recommended "

" A brilliant piece of writing. Timeless, gripping, beautiful. "

" Definitely a classic. And a repeat read for many years. "

" I think everyone has read this one - right? Lost of parents, value of friendships... a story to get lost in. "