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Jane Eyre

by Charlotte Brontë

4.0 out of 5, from 1,885 ratings from Hardcover readers

An orphan mistreated by her relatives and at a harsh school becomes a governess at Thornfield Hall. She grows close to its brooding master, Mr Rochester, while odd things happen in the night.

Facts last checked 2026-10-16

First published
1847
Pace
Slow
Length
Long
Pages
555
Format
Standalone
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Read this if you like gothic romance with a strong-minded, independent heroine.

Skip this if you dislike Victorian pacing or long religious and moral passages.

The feel

Content warnings

  • Abuse
  • Death

Also reported by Hardcover readers:

  • Injury/Injury detail
  • Infidelity
  • Gore
  • Sexism
  • Toxic friendship
  • Antisemitism
  • Grief
  • Xenophobia

Quick answers about Jane Eyre

What is Jane Eyre about?
An orphan mistreated by her relatives and at a harsh school becomes a governess at Thornfield Hall. She grows close to its brooding master, Mr Rochester, while odd things happen in the night.
Who should read Jane Eyre?
Read it if you like gothic romance with a strong-minded, independent heroine. Skip it if you dislike Victorian pacing or long religious and moral passages.
How long and how fast is Jane Eyre?
It is a slow-paced, long read of about 555 pages, first published in 1847.
Does Jane Eyre have content warnings?
Content we flag: Abuse, Death.
Can I borrow Jane Eyre for free?
Often, yes. Check Libby (OverDrive) to see whether your library lends Jane Eyre; the borrow button above searches it for you.
What should I read after Jane Eyre?
Readers who liked it often move on to Rebecca, Wuthering Heights, The Secret Garden.

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