Jane Eyre reflections

 As for the novel as a whole, there were ups and downs. I believe that as for America's perception of teenagers, they had it spot on. Jane believed her life was miserable, and in the end her prince charming came and saved her from it. Also, I like how many motifs there were. It made the book very interesting, and it especially made it much easier to analyze and annotate. This is a skill I didn't have much practice with, and I know I will be having to use it more once I get to college. As well as motifs, there was a lot that just generally happened. Her life as a young woman was very interesting, and there wasn't really a time when I was bored. As for what didn't work, I didn't like how dramatic everything was. I understand that teenagers are usually over dramatic, but I think Bronte took it a little too far. I would say that they should be less descriptive, but that was definitely an important motif. I don't necessarily think there needs to be any changes, I just think I didn't like some parts as much as others. I believe this book should be taught. It does teach some very good values, like pursuing your dreams and being independent, and it's also good to read a novel from a very different time period. As for last thoughts, I believe the St. John thing went wayyy too far. Also, way too many coincidences!