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saidahgilbert's review
1.0
I couldn't finish this book. I grew bored in the beginning and was mildly disgusted by the vampire references. So I don't think I will ever continue this book. I still like the original [b: Jane Eyre|10210|Jane Eyre|Charlotte Brontë|https://images.gr-assets.com/books/1327867269s/10210.jpg|2977639], though.
dpresta's review
1.0
Saw this on display at work. I had to check it out because I'm curious to see how they portray one of my favorite literary characters as a vampire slayer. Should be fun.
erin_oriordan_is_reading_again's review
5.0
I've long been a fan of monster mash-ups; you get all the fun of rereading the classic, plus the fun of the supernatural twist. This is an especially good one. I love that it includes the whole Jane Eyre story - unlike the erotica mash-up [b:Jane Eyre Laid Bare: The Classic Novel with an Erotic Twist|15794594|Jane Eyre Laid Bare The Classic Novel with an Erotic Twist|Eve Sinclair|https://d.gr-assets.com/books/1346068821s/15794594.jpg|21495890], which disappointingly excludes the St. John Rivers story. In Browning Erwin's telling, St. John is the Daryl Dixon of the tale, slaying vampires and werewolves with a crossbow of his own invention. Zombies have also come into play, but their fiercest slayer is Jane herself. Saving people and hunting things is the Slayre family business.
This book does include the line "Reader, I buried him," causing me to laugh out loud - but fear not, the happy ending is still intact. In short, this is the monster mash-up done right.
This book does include the line "Reader, I buried him," causing me to laugh out loud - but fear not, the happy ending is still intact. In short, this is the monster mash-up done right.
michellesantiago's review
5.0
Leslie's Review:
Before I begin my review, let me first say that I don't read the English classics. They bore me and I have a hard time with the language as it's not something I'm used to. However, after reading this book I really, really want to read the original Jane Eyre. Also, this was my first "twisted classic" book and I didn't know what to expect when I first began. Anyway, to sum this book up: Jane Eyre + paranormal creatures = Jane Slayre. And wow, this book was really good!
Jane was awesome! She is brave, determined and very smart. She didn't start out that way though and I loved reading about her growth as she became a kick-ass slayer. I also liked Mr. Rochester who was strong and handsome. Together they were amazing! I loved, LOVED their romance. When the conflict came between them, they had dealt with it perfectly, in their undying love for each other, without getting too crazy and loosing their senses. My favorite part would have to be the ending with Jane and Mr. Rochester--I gave a happy sigh when I closed the book and had the biggest urge to beg my dad to drive me to the library so I could borrow Jane Eyre. This is one awesome book! 5 out of 5 stars
Before I begin my review, let me first say that I don't read the English classics. They bore me and I have a hard time with the language as it's not something I'm used to. However, after reading this book I really, really want to read the original Jane Eyre. Also, this was my first "twisted classic" book and I didn't know what to expect when I first began. Anyway, to sum this book up: Jane Eyre + paranormal creatures = Jane Slayre. And wow, this book was really good!
Jane was awesome! She is brave, determined and very smart. She didn't start out that way though and I loved reading about her growth as she became a kick-ass slayer. I also liked Mr. Rochester who was strong and handsome. Together they were amazing! I loved, LOVED their romance. When the conflict came between them, they had dealt with it perfectly, in their undying love for each other, without getting too crazy and loosing their senses. My favorite part would have to be the ending with Jane and Mr. Rochester--I gave a happy sigh when I closed the book and had the biggest urge to beg my dad to drive me to the library so I could borrow Jane Eyre. This is one awesome book! 5 out of 5 stars
abeth_parker's review
3.0
Jane Eyre is one of my top favorite books, and I defend it always . But, I liked Pride and Prejudice and Zombies, so I decided to give Jane Slayre a try.
It is very true to the original story, often including direct quotes from the book. Charlotte Bronte is listed as one of the authors, so appropriate recognition is given.
I think Jane Eyre is considered to be a strong literary woman. She is her own person and stays true to that. This is also true of Jane Slayre. Once she is trained to fight vampires and zombies, she spends the rest of the book with a stake on her person at all times. She even saves Mr. Rochester from an unhappy end on several occasions.
I think there are some plot holes. The one that stood out the most is the Reeds. In this story, the Reeds are vampires, and their house guests "check in but never leave". It seems that word would get around that people disappear at Gateshead.
I enjoyed this supernatural take on a classic novel. It didn't take away from the heart of the story, or get so gruesome that it was gratuitous.
It is very true to the original story, often including direct quotes from the book. Charlotte Bronte is listed as one of the authors, so appropriate recognition is given.
I think Jane Eyre is considered to be a strong literary woman. She is her own person and stays true to that. This is also true of Jane Slayre. Once she is trained to fight vampires and zombies, she spends the rest of the book with a stake on her person at all times. She even saves Mr. Rochester from an unhappy end on several occasions.
I think there are some plot holes. The one that stood out the most is the Reeds. In this story, the Reeds are vampires, and their house guests "check in but never leave". It seems that word would get around that people disappear at Gateshead.
I enjoyed this supernatural take on a classic novel. It didn't take away from the heart of the story, or get so gruesome that it was gratuitous.
dja777's review
5.0
The premise is ridiculous...and I am enjoying every page so far.
This book was FUN! Jane Eyre is one of my all-time favorite novels, and I thought the author did a great job of maintaining Bronte's original tone -- while adding vampires. Don't miss the book club questions at the end -- they're a hoot!
This book was FUN! Jane Eyre is one of my all-time favorite novels, and I thought the author did a great job of maintaining Bronte's original tone -- while adding vampires. Don't miss the book club questions at the end -- they're a hoot!
mokey81's review
4.0
I have only read Jane Eyre once and it was a long time ago. So I can’t really compare the stories.
But this was a lot of fun. It surpasses PP&Z because Erwin took so many more liberties. I enjoyed reading about a world where these supernatural monsters exist and so do the people that slay them. It was creative and fun.
But this was a lot of fun. It surpasses PP&Z because Erwin took so many more liberties. I enjoyed reading about a world where these supernatural monsters exist and so do the people that slay them. It was creative and fun.