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cpogon's review against another edition
5.0
As Jane Eyre is one of my all-time favorite books EVER, I couldn't pass up the opportunity to read this version when I saw it on NetGalley. I mean, Jane Eyre with pictures?!
This is my first ever Manga Classics read and I have to say, they did an amazing job! The story isn't in it's entirety, but the writers managed to keep the integrity of the original story and include all of the most important elements.
Whether you have never read Jane Eyre and would like to start with this version, or if you're like me and have read it several times--I suggest grabbing a copy of this amazing read!
Christine @ Captivated Reading
This is my first ever Manga Classics read and I have to say, they did an amazing job! The story isn't in it's entirety, but the writers managed to keep the integrity of the original story and include all of the most important elements.
Whether you have never read Jane Eyre and would like to start with this version, or if you're like me and have read it several times--I suggest grabbing a copy of this amazing read!
Christine @ Captivated Reading
missrelena's review against another edition
5.0
I am always impressed with how well this graphic novel line stays true to the source material. No filler, nothing completely skipped over, dialog nearly verbatim -- it is so refreshing! It is a wonderful way to introduce new/reluctant readers to stories that last the ages.
The art in this rendition of Bronte's Jane Eyre is beautiful and well researched. All the costumes, hair, and settings are historically accurate. They make the differences in class and circumstances between all the characters easy to see and understand. The adaptation is brilliantly executed.
I highly recommend this entire manga line to anyone who wants to get to know the classics, but has troubles delving through their depths for whatever reason.
The art in this rendition of Bronte's Jane Eyre is beautiful and well researched. All the costumes, hair, and settings are historically accurate. They make the differences in class and circumstances between all the characters easy to see and understand. The adaptation is brilliantly executed.
I highly recommend this entire manga line to anyone who wants to get to know the classics, but has troubles delving through their depths for whatever reason.
geowhaley's review against another edition
4.0
My Recommendation: I still prefer the Marvel Illustrated style, but since they didn't deign the Brontë's important enough to adapt before they shuttered, this is a pretty good option. They're a quick refresher on the classics and if they do the job right, which so far both the Manga Classics and the Marvel Illustrated have) they'll make you want to (re)read the originals!
My response: What can I say about this?* It was a great refresher and a fun way to dip my toes into the Brontë's work again without having to commit to a longer read of the entire novel. I talked about the pros of illustrated classics when I read the Marvel Illustrated Jane Austen works (Pride and Prejudice, Sense and Sensibility, Emma, and Northanger Abbey) and again when I read is when I read the Manga Classics Emma, so there's not much point in rehashing those.
Overall, the adapters and artist did a great job on the adaptation. There were a couple of things that I was like uh that definitely wasn't in the book, i.e. positioning of characters and character interactions. I guess it just has to do with making the stories more accessible to wider audiences.
Check out my reviews to other books on my blog The Oddness of Moving Things.
*I received a copy of this book from the publisher in return for my honest opinion, no additional goods or money were exchanged.
My response: What can I say about this?* It was a great refresher and a fun way to dip my toes into the Brontë's work again without having to commit to a longer read of the entire novel. I talked about the pros of illustrated classics when I read the Marvel Illustrated Jane Austen works (Pride and Prejudice, Sense and Sensibility, Emma, and Northanger Abbey) and again when I read is when I read the Manga Classics Emma, so there's not much point in rehashing those.
Overall, the adapters and artist did a great job on the adaptation. There were a couple of things that I was like uh that definitely wasn't in the book, i.e. positioning of characters and character interactions. I guess it just has to do with making the stories more accessible to wider audiences.
Check out my reviews to other books on my blog The Oddness of Moving Things.
*I received a copy of this book from the publisher in return for my honest opinion, no additional goods or money were exchanged.
agusabigallo's review against another edition
4.0
¿Por qué nadie me dijo lo linda que era esta historia?
Hace unos años di por casualidad con una adaptación de la novela, pero solo agarré el final y realmente me parecía deplorable. Hoy, después de leer esta adaptación en manga, tengo muchísimas ganas de leer la novela completa.
Es una historia romántica, con autodescubrimiento, empoderamiento y feminismo. Hay personajes moralmente cuestionables hasta que conoces sus motivos y te hacen recapacitar sobre tus propios juicios. Uno juzga muchas veces sin saber el contexto completo, como sucede al leer este libro.
Personalmente, quedé satisfecha y con ansias de más.
Hace unos años di por casualidad con una adaptación de la novela, pero solo agarré el final y realmente me parecía deplorable. Hoy, después de leer esta adaptación en manga, tengo muchísimas ganas de leer la novela completa.
Es una historia romántica, con autodescubrimiento, empoderamiento y feminismo. Hay personajes moralmente cuestionables hasta que conoces sus motivos y te hacen recapacitar sobre tus propios juicios. Uno juzga muchas veces sin saber el contexto completo, como sucede al leer este libro.
Personalmente, quedé satisfecha y con ansias de más.
karinalovesbooks's review against another edition
4.0
Welcome to this book review !
I received a free copy in exchange of an honest review.
These collection of mangas are a great way to revisit classics or get the gist of a classic book you haven’t read before but fells like a challenge.
I really enjoyed reading Jane eyre, while it did leave out some favourite quotes and details that are in the book, it really made the setting and the story come to life. It was nice to see them interact with expressions and the art style was gorgeous I could spend hours looking at the details that went into the decors and the characters. While Jane eyre isn’t one of my favourite classics due to the cheating portrayed in the story, I still couldn’t help but enjoy the romance that seemed even more vivid as you could see each character interact and reimagined by the artist.
Totally recommend to people who want to read classics but aren’t a fan of the full texts.
4/5 stars.
I received a free copy in exchange of an honest review.
These collection of mangas are a great way to revisit classics or get the gist of a classic book you haven’t read before but fells like a challenge.
I really enjoyed reading Jane eyre, while it did leave out some favourite quotes and details that are in the book, it really made the setting and the story come to life. It was nice to see them interact with expressions and the art style was gorgeous I could spend hours looking at the details that went into the decors and the characters. While Jane eyre isn’t one of my favourite classics due to the cheating portrayed in the story, I still couldn’t help but enjoy the romance that seemed even more vivid as you could see each character interact and reimagined by the artist.
Totally recommend to people who want to read classics but aren’t a fan of the full texts.
4/5 stars.
mojen76's review against another edition
5.0
Having previously enjoyed another book in this series, and having loved the story of Jane Eyre for many years, it's of no surprise to me that I loved this adaptation.
These Manga adaptations are immensely readable. They convey the bulk of the story (though I will note that a few of the exquisite details from the book are sadly, if understandably, missing) and remove the "classic books are hard to read" factor that put some people off of them. (a quick side note, Jane Eyre is utterly readable even if you generally struggle with classic literature, it's very modern in its writing and pacing).
The drawings are lovely, I really liked the way of dealing with the French dialogue in the book (using double speech bubbles to indicate it), I did like the way 'pretty' vs 'plain' characters were drawn, it was easy to work out where someone's place in society was meant to be.
I'd highly recommend this book, I've added a hard copy to my wishlist!
I received an advance copy for free from NetGalley, on the expectation that I would provide an honest review.
These Manga adaptations are immensely readable. They convey the bulk of the story (though I will note that a few of the exquisite details from the book are sadly, if understandably, missing) and remove the "classic books are hard to read" factor that put some people off of them. (a quick side note, Jane Eyre is utterly readable even if you generally struggle with classic literature, it's very modern in its writing and pacing).
The drawings are lovely, I really liked the way of dealing with the French dialogue in the book (using double speech bubbles to indicate it), I did like the way 'pretty' vs 'plain' characters were drawn, it was easy to work out where someone's place in society was meant to be.
I'd highly recommend this book, I've added a hard copy to my wishlist!
I received an advance copy for free from NetGalley, on the expectation that I would provide an honest review.
graypeape's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I enjoyed this adaption of Jane Eyre quite a bit! The artwork was lovely, and the text stays true to the source material (there are a few minor changes, explained in the author's and illustrator's notes at the back, and the changes made sense). The adaption itself absolutely deserves the 5 star rating I'm giving it.
As far as the story goes, well, Jane Eyre is my favorite of the classics, and I can't convince myself to knock off any points for the aspects of the book which always annoyed me. I appreciate how feminist the book was for its time, but the classism is still very present. I know that at the time, the classism was normal, common, and accepted, but it still niggles at my brain. My 20th/21st century sensibilities can't help creeping in! And the romantic aspect? Mr. Rochester is no prize, let me tell you, though I am always happy for Jane because she thinks he is. The Gothicness of the story though - the delicious tension in the story, the "is something supernatural going on here?" aspects, the drama!!! The original Jane Eyre has always been a fun read for me, a grab-the-popcorn kind of read that holds up under rereads, or beautifully illustrated manga adaptions!
As far as the story goes, well, Jane Eyre is my favorite of the classics, and I can't convince myself to knock off any points for the aspects of the book which always annoyed me. I appreciate how feminist the book was for its time, but the classism is still very present. I know that at the time, the classism was normal, common, and accepted, but it still niggles at my brain. My 20th/21st century sensibilities can't help creeping in! And the romantic aspect? Mr. Rochester is no prize, let me tell you, though I am always happy for Jane because she thinks he is. The Gothicness of the story though - the delicious tension in the story, the "is something supernatural going on here?" aspects, the drama!!! The original Jane Eyre has always been a fun read for me, a grab-the-popcorn kind of read that holds up under rereads, or beautifully illustrated manga adaptions!
desjay98's review against another edition
4.0
I really enjoyed this adaptation. It was interesting to see what the author decided to keep from the original.
gretchenrelm's review against another edition
4.0
I read the original version of this book in high school (about 10 years ago), and as far as I can remember the story is accurate.
Jane Eyre is an orphan being raised by her widowed aunt. Her aunt despises her and punishes her frequently. When the opportunity presents itself, Jane is sent away to Lowood School, a school for poor girls with no or only one parent. Jane spends 8 years at the school. She then places an advertisement in the paper for work. The only response is for a job as a governess at Thornwood which Jane accepts. The master of Thornwood, Mr. Rochester, is rarely home and a bit strange. Jane falls in love with him, but she believes that he is too good for her and he is courting another woman. Suddenly Jane must return to her aunt's home as her cousin John has committed suicide and caused her aunt to have a stroke. Her aunt has sent for her. When Jane arrives, her aunt explains why she was so cruel to Jane and then passes in the night. Jane returns to Thornwood where Mr. Rochester proposes to her. On their wedding day, it is revealed that Mr. Rochester is already married and that his wife is mad. Jane refuses to become his mistress and runs away. In doing so, she accidentally discovers her cousins whose father recently passed. He left his fortune to Jane, but being the generous person she is, she splits the inheritance between herself and her three cousins. Her cousin proposes marriage, but she refuses and goes to discover what became of Mr. Rochester. She discovers that his wife set the house on fire and jumped to her death. Mr. Rochester refused to leave the house until he knew everyone had escaped. The staircase collapsed on him, and he lost his left hand and eyesight. Jane doesn't care, and Mr. Rochester proposes again. She accepts and they are married. #NetGalley
Jane Eyre is an orphan being raised by her widowed aunt. Her aunt despises her and punishes her frequently. When the opportunity presents itself, Jane is sent away to Lowood School, a school for poor girls with no or only one parent. Jane spends 8 years at the school. She then places an advertisement in the paper for work. The only response is for a job as a governess at Thornwood which Jane accepts. The master of Thornwood, Mr. Rochester, is rarely home and a bit strange. Jane falls in love with him, but she believes that he is too good for her and he is courting another woman. Suddenly Jane must return to her aunt's home as her cousin John has committed suicide and caused her aunt to have a stroke. Her aunt has sent for her. When Jane arrives, her aunt explains why she was so cruel to Jane and then passes in the night. Jane returns to Thornwood where Mr. Rochester proposes to her. On their wedding day, it is revealed that Mr. Rochester is already married and that his wife is mad. Jane refuses to become his mistress and runs away. In doing so, she accidentally discovers her cousins whose father recently passed. He left his fortune to Jane, but being the generous person she is, she splits the inheritance between herself and her three cousins. Her cousin proposes marriage, but she refuses and goes to discover what became of Mr. Rochester. She discovers that his wife set the house on fire and jumped to her death. Mr. Rochester refused to leave the house until he knew everyone had escaped. The staircase collapsed on him, and he lost his left hand and eyesight. Jane doesn't care, and Mr. Rochester proposes again. She accepts and they are married. #NetGalley