How we cite our quotes: (Chapter.Paragraph)
Quote #4
I brace myself for another why, but amazingly enough Dad laughs and unearths a copy of Jane Eyre from the chaotic shelves in his study.
"It's romantic drivel with a happy ending," he says, "but the characters should be unhappy enough for you." (4.38-39)
There's something about Victorian angst that really appeals to Ellen, so her dad is right for thinking she'll like Jane Eyre. However, we think it's a bit unfair to Charlotte Brontë to call it romantic drivel.
Quote #5
I am immediately obsessed with these characters and love them. The James character in Jane Eyre is named Mr. Rochester. This is the best book I have ever read. Ever. I don't know how this will have a happy ending, but it might involve a ghost. The house where Mr. Rochester lives is definitely haunted. (4.39)
Romantic lead that reminds her of her crush? Check. Unhappy characters? Check. Ghost? Bonus check. We've got ourselves a compelling read, folks.
Quote #6
I want to finally finish reading Jane Eyre before Mom and I go shopping. It's unbelievably good. Happy ending, unhappy characters whom I like, and parties with fires, fortunetellers, and last minute guests. I wonder if James would ever love me the way Mr. Rochester loves Jane.
(5.1)
When you're reading about romance, sometimes it's really hard not to fantasize about real life people behaving the same way as the main character's love interest. But it can be dangerous to develop expectations that are too high because sometimes what makes the romantic lead so compelling is their utter perfection. There is only one Mr. Darcy, and in real life we'd probably find him irreparably snooty. (#justkidding #Darcyforever #teamDarcy #Firthfanatics)