I have thoroughly enjoyed Jane Eyre so far. I still have trouble picking out all the "meaning of the language" but it doesn't stop me from finding this book quite entertaining. Its pretty neat how Charlotte Bronte can make an engaging character out of someone as plain as Jane. She's doesn't stand out in anything except maybe how awful she's treated in the beginning. Grace Poole has definitely been an interesting twist in this mildly monotonous book. She adds mystery and sends the reader wanting more. I mean, who doesn't want to find out why a potential murderer hasn't been expelled from Gateshead and what her relationship with Mr. Rochester is?? I believe she has a very personal past with Mr. Rochester and possibly something on him that he doesn't want others to find out. I think this because she gets paid more, and can get away with being creepy and plotting murder attempts.
My favorite part of the book has been the part we ended on last. We obviously know that Jane had feelings for Rochester based on how she reacts when she's told that he wont be returning to the house for a while and that he's at a party with an extravagantly beautiful girl. At the end though, when he says "Goodnight my-" and then stops himself, this shows he sees Jane as much more than a servant. Not only because of this but because of the way he treats her at the party when she's almost in tears, he sympathizes for her and lets her go.
I look forward to discovering the secrets that lie further on in this book!
Sarah, I completely agree with your thoughts about Grace Poole! I for one certainly want to find out about this mysterious connection between Rochester and Grace (muahahaha!)I think you make an interesting point as well about him potentially wanting to cover something up. Another theory could be that there was some past there (maybe love or family or friend) and then something happend. . .? And I definitely think Rochester was about to say something endearing like Dear or love.
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