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Jane Eyre

By: Charlotte Brontë
Narrated by: Juliet Stevenson
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Summary

Charlotte Brontë's much-loved masterpiece is reimagined through the voice of Juliet Stevenson, who succeeds in capturing all the wit and charm of the original novel in her retelling.

The work tells the story of Jane's early life, her experience at Lowood School and as a governess. Her refusal to accept Rochester's love on any but her own strictly moral terms is a passionate cry for independence.

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A wonderful rendition of a classic

Juliet Stevenson brought Jane Eyre newly alive for me. Her Jane is perhaps more fiery than those I've seen on TV, or how I read her; Mr Rochester more vulnerable; St. John somehow more unlikeable, despite his holy and noble fervour. The characters were voiced distinctly and consistently, and the somewhat (infectiously) florid and convoluted language of the author was rendered comprehensible and easy to listen to.

Listening rather than reading also means that different parts of the story have prominence - rather than being swept away on the sheer romance of the tale, I found myself repulsed by some of the attitudes of the time, most especially how patronising Jane is regarding the achievement of her low-born schoolgirls at Moorcroft, and how often she uses 'docile' to denote approval of another female, especially considering her own intractable nature. She is rather a snob, considering her own humble beginnings.

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I loved Jane Eyre, and love it still. This will be a firm favourite on my app, and will be replayed many, many times.

Highly recommended.

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A Flawless 'Jane Eyre'

What a terrific performance by Juliet Stevenson! To begin with she has a lovely voice but, beyond that, her ability to lift the text from the page and bring it wholly to life is incomparable. 'Jane Eyre' is a book which I have loved since childhood and have read and seen as a film or a play many times so I am a critical listener - but Juliet's performance is truly superb, with every character distinctly drawn, the mood(s) thoroughly realised and the narrative paced with real skill.
Thoroughly recommended!

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A beautiful reading by Juliet Stevenson

Ms Stevenson's knowledge of and passion for this book really come through. A stunning reading.

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Jane Eyre

A book I've always wanted to read but never had the time. This audiobook is extraordinary. Bronte was an amazing writer. I'm so pleased I finally had a chance to listen to this.

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A beautifully read classic

An excellent recording / rendition of a classic book. Very accessible, easy to listen to.

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Thoroughly enjoyable

Juliet Stevenson's narration is perfect. This has been a favourite story of mine for over thirty years; I have re-read it several times. I am sure I will now listen to it again and again. A wonderful story beautifully read.

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Fantastic!

A wonderful story. I could listen to it again and again. Beautifully narrated by Juliet Stevenson. Just loved it.

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A beautiful story time and time again.

loved it, I would highly recommend it. Narrator was fantastic and kept you enthralled through every chapter.

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Perfect!

I have loved this book since i read it at school. This rendering achieves the goal. Quiet, strong and expressive.

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Excellent

A favourite book I have read often. Juliet Stephenson 's reading brings out its strengths and depths. A real treat.

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