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I loved this manga retelling of Jane Eyre. I've never read Jane Eyre because it always felt like such a complicated read but I loved the manga version. It kept all the important scenes from the book and even included the original dialogue so I felt like it kept true to the original story. The manga art style breathed more life to the characters and the parts where they drew the characters chibi style or with expressive face expressions just added to my enjoyment of the story. The retelling author included a section at the end which described all changes she made to the retelling and why she included them. She added background information on the original story as well. I honestly just loved this version and I want to read more manga classics now! Thanks Netgalley for the copy!
Jane Eyre was orphaned at a young age. She was sent to live with her aunt and cousins, but they never treated her well. After an incident with her cousin, Jane’s aunt, Mrs. Reed, send Jane to a school. The conditions weren’t good at the school, with the girls being underfed and underclothed. Eventually the school got better, and Jane taught there for a few years when she finished her own schooling. Then, she put out an ad to be a governess. Mrs. Fairfax asked Jane to come to teach Adele, Mr. Rochester’s charge. Soon after Jane arrives, strange things happen. She thinks the house is haunted.
Jane Eyre is one of my favourite books. It has just enough mystery in it to make it suspenseful.
This graphic novel is great! It tells the story very well.
I liked the way that Jane looked very evil as a child. She had dark hair and eyes, and she was always yelling at people. It made her very spooky and set the tone for what will happen later in the story.
Each of the characters looked very distinct, so I could distinguish between them. Sometimes, if the characters are drawn in the same style, they can blend together and become confused. But the characters all had a separate style of clothes and looks in this story.
This is my favourite book in the Manga Classics series!
Jane Eyre is one of my favourite books. It has just enough mystery in it to make it suspenseful.
This graphic novel is great! It tells the story very well.
I liked the way that Jane looked very evil as a child. She had dark hair and eyes, and she was always yelling at people. It made her very spooky and set the tone for what will happen later in the story.
Each of the characters looked very distinct, so I could distinguish between them. Sometimes, if the characters are drawn in the same style, they can blend together and become confused. But the characters all had a separate style of clothes and looks in this story.
This is my favourite book in the Manga Classics series!
I was really excited to read this version of Jane Eyre by Manga Classics! I honestly love these comic book adaptations of classic novels. I have another version of Jane Eyre comic, and I absolutely love them both! I really enjoyed comparing and contrasting them to each other, as well as to the original text by Charlotte Bronte. I think it is really important to study the great works of literature, and adapting them into comic book format makes them super fun, quick, and easy to read. It also is a great way to create a discussion around the text. I was impressed with the book; for a shortened version of the text, the authors did a fantastic job of selecting the important parts of the text, highlighting and explaining it in a quick and fun way.
This review was originally published on NetGalley.
I keep repeating myself, I’m pretty sure a blogger should get a bit more creative but I think I’m justified in my choice of words. So here goes: Another brilliant adaptation of one of the most famous classics in English literature: Jane Eyre. I’ve read the original once a long time ago and by the time I finished with the manga adaptation I wanted to run and read it again.
The novel follows the life of young Jane Eyre, an orphan with a cruel and abused childhood. When she is cast out by her aunt, Jane is sent to a charity school where she receives an education under a very strict regime. Years later, she finds a job as a governess at the Rochester estate. Three months after she starts, Jane meets the cold and mysterious Edward Rochester, the owner of the estate. Slowly they begin to bond but a secret threatens to ruin everything, both the reputation and the life of Miss Eyre. Will she be able to follow her heart and be with the man she loves or will she lose him?
This is a story about facing fears and life no matter what comes your way, not letting traumatic experiences define you. It’s about determination, the power to follow dreams and above all, it’s about courage to face the world and to stay faithful to ourselves under every circumstance.
Jane Eyre is a brilliant character, a strong, intelligent woman that knows the boundaries set by her social class but still manages to answer politely, crossing the line with grace and pure wit.
The adaptation is once again incredible. The drawings transmit the simplicity of the characters but still manage to convey emotion.
Can’t wait to read more!
I keep repeating myself, I’m pretty sure a blogger should get a bit more creative but I think I’m justified in my choice of words. So here goes: Another brilliant adaptation of one of the most famous classics in English literature: Jane Eyre. I’ve read the original once a long time ago and by the time I finished with the manga adaptation I wanted to run and read it again.
The novel follows the life of young Jane Eyre, an orphan with a cruel and abused childhood. When she is cast out by her aunt, Jane is sent to a charity school where she receives an education under a very strict regime. Years later, she finds a job as a governess at the Rochester estate. Three months after she starts, Jane meets the cold and mysterious Edward Rochester, the owner of the estate. Slowly they begin to bond but a secret threatens to ruin everything, both the reputation and the life of Miss Eyre. Will she be able to follow her heart and be with the man she loves or will she lose him?
This is a story about facing fears and life no matter what comes your way, not letting traumatic experiences define you. It’s about determination, the power to follow dreams and above all, it’s about courage to face the world and to stay faithful to ourselves under every circumstance.
Jane Eyre is a brilliant character, a strong, intelligent woman that knows the boundaries set by her social class but still manages to answer politely, crossing the line with grace and pure wit.
The adaptation is once again incredible. The drawings transmit the simplicity of the characters but still manage to convey emotion.
Can’t wait to read more!
I received this copy from the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review
I loved this manga adaptation of Jane Eyre, it captures the spirit of all the characters so well.
The illustrations are beautiful and well-represent the essence of Victorian era.
I loved this manga adaptation of Jane Eyre, it captures the spirit of all the characters so well.
The illustrations are beautiful and well-represent the essence of Victorian era.
Thank you to NetGalley and UDON for the free digital copy.
Another great adaptation in the series. I thought the beginning wasn't gothic and harsh enough compared to the original, but it got better after a while.
Another great adaptation in the series. I thought the beginning wasn't gothic and harsh enough compared to the original, but it got better after a while.
Wow, this was the best of the Manga classics so far. I adore of the story of Jane Eyre and her love for Mr Rochester. Once again the writing style was amazing and loyal to the original novel. The art style was gorgeous. I highly recommend this manga if you love Jane Eyre and classics. This series of books keeps getting better and better.
emotional
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Manga Classics: Jane Eyre First things first: I received this book through NetGalley.
I just really love these classic, thankfully I still have lots of them to read.
There is just no easier way to dive into these classics than reading them in this form. It may not be as in depth as reading the original but still, it's easy to read and enjoy them. It also really motivates me to read the actual book after I read the manga.
I really loved the story of Jane Eyre. She is such an amazing character.
Love love love that girl. Especially given the time that she was living in, she is such a strong character, knows what she wants and going for it, no matter what others think she should do. So, yay for that!!!
I just really love these classic, thankfully I still have lots of them to read.
There is just no easier way to dive into these classics than reading them in this form. It may not be as in depth as reading the original but still, it's easy to read and enjoy them. It also really motivates me to read the actual book after I read the manga.
I really loved the story of Jane Eyre. She is such an amazing character.
Love love love that girl. Especially given the time that she was living in, she is such a strong character, knows what she wants and going for it, no matter what others think she should do. So, yay for that!!!