I wasn't really reading the book, but I wanted to see the edition because I'm looking for one to buy.

It is very beautiful and elegant I really like the illustrations scattered between the chapters.
Will definitely buy myself a copy and maybe gift some.

Thank you for the chance.

Beautiful designed edition with an,easy to read font size that makes rereading this classic a dream.
If you are looking for a something special, his is defiantly a great one to have!

This is a beautifully illustrated edition of Jane Eyre, and the lovely artwork certainly adds to the experience whether you’re retreading an old favorite or meeting Jane for the first time.

Stylistically the illustrations seem fitting, and they’re both gorgeously rendered and unobtrusive in the sense that they don’t distract from the text.

I’ll be curious to see what the final published edition looks like. My galley had lovely birds, flowers, and other tiny nature-related details, but did not include the maps, family trees, and sheet music that the publishers summary claimed it would. It’s a bit difficult to rate this edition because of that, given that much of what we’re meant to evaluate is missing from the digital ARC.

Regardless, what I did see of the illustrations was lovely and fitting for the story, and I have no doubt this edition will make for a beautiful finished copy.

I received a copy of Jane Eyre: Illustrations by Marjolein Bastin in exchange for a fair and honest review.

Jane Eyre has long been on that list of must read classics, and with good reason, if you ask me. Charlotte Bronte's work is beautiful, enthralling, and has a strong Gothic vibe to it. It's one of those books that I've picked up (and completed) a time or two in the past, so you can imagine my excitement when I saw that there was an illustrated edition in the works.

Illustrated by Marjolein Bastin, Jane Eyre is taken to all new heights. Though I would like to clarify that the artwork does not, in any way, shape or form overpower the writing itself. The little details are found all over, some at the ends of chapters, others found in seemingly random spots on the pages. They help to reach this certain aesthetic that frankly I adore.

Whether it's your first or hundredth time reading Jane Eyre, I can promise you that the delicate illustrations will help to set the tone, and make the read all the more enjoyably. Oh! And I have no doubt that this would make for a great collector's item as well.

“Do you think I am an automaton? — a machine without feelings? and can bear to have my morsel of bread snatched from my lips, and my drop of living water dashed from my cup? Do you think, because I am poor, obscure, plain, and little, I am soulless and heartless? You think wrong! — I have as much soul as you — and full as much heart! And if God had gifted me with some beauty and much wealth, I should have made it as hard for you to leave me, as it is now for me to leave you. I am not talking to you now through the medium of custom, conventionalities, nor even of mortal flesh: it is my spirit that addresses your spirit; just as if both had passed through the grave, and we stood at God's feet, equal — as we are!”

The quote cited above is perhaps one of the best things I have ever read! I loved that Bronte shows Eyre as an independent and strong woman. Her character development is fantastic. I also loved that she doesn't magically transform into some goddess! But I think that the book falls flat towards the ending. She deserved better. Wayyy better!

Absolutely love the plot (for the most part) but the book is tedious to read at times.
Certain chapters are super super super boring.

Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte is one of my favourite books of all time.

This is a gorgeous edition, that would be nice for a collection or Bronte fan.

The flowers are gorgeous. I always think of nature when I think of Jane Eyre so I think the illustrations are a nice touch.

I can't wait to see the final copy of this book and the rest of the books made in this edition.

I received an eARC from Andrews McMeel Publishing through NetGalley. All opinions are 100% my own.

The illustrations of this book are absolutely breathtaking. The cover is stunning and they are woven into the pages to make a classic even more appealing to read. I would definitely recommend a hard copy of this book over the eBook copy so that you can view the illustrations.

Love this book so much

I would recommend this to a friend

This is one of my favourite books. The Bronte sisters are one of my favourite authors

Jane Eyre is one of my all time favorite classic novels. This edition is simply beautiful. The vibrant watercolor illustrations of flowers and birds are absolutely breathtaking and add to the overall experience and enjoyment while reading the story. This version would make a great addition to anyone's personal library. I already own a copy of Jane Eyre. but I am now thinking that I need to purchase this hardcover edition as it will be a wonderful and beautiful keepsake of a favorite novel.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing this arc in exchange for my honest review.
#JaneEyre #NetGalley

What a gorgeous version of a classic! With beautiful floral watercolors on each page, this would make the perfect gift for anyone - whether they are new to Jane Eyre or already own a copy of the book. This would look lovely on anyone's coffee table or bookshelf.

Sometimes I wonder if I should focus more on reading some of the classic novels I haven't had the pleasure of enjoying yet. With so many books on my TBR list I gravitate towards new releases and the current hot titles.

Then I see Jane Eyre on Netgalley with the most beautiful illustrations and I realize I was just waiting for the perfect copy to cross my path. This book is STUNNING. I'm obsessed with each little flower and petal drawn by illustrator Marjolein Bastin.

Weather you've enjoyed this book before or also have it sitting on your TBR list like I did, you are going to love this added addition to a classic story.

Why not read a favorite classic with stunning illustrations by Marjolein Bastin? Seeing her vividly colorful flowers, petals, and butterflies strewn throughout the pages, made this reader's journey through Jane Eyre the most delightful ever!

A gorgeous edition of a classic that any fan of Jane Eyre would love and great for newcomers too. Filled with simply stunning illustrations that are sure to capture your attention and will make you squeal with delight. This edition is sure to thrill collectors and fans alike. This version of Jane Eyre comes out March 2 so be sure to be on the lookout because this an edition you will definitely want to add to your cart Thanks so much to Andrews McMeel Publishing and NetGalley for this ARC. Opinions are mine and mine alone.
5 out of 5 stars #NetGallery #JaneErye

This is a beautiful gift for Charlotte Bronte fans. The cover looks stunning. The appeal of this book is the life-like illustrations of the flowers, birds, butterflies, and bees. I was misled by the title which said illustrations. I thought this would be an illustrated novel (graphic novel) with characters illustrated. It will be wise to clarify that the illustrations are nature and non-character specific.

This has been my second time reading Jane Eyre (I studied it at university a few years ago) and knowing what I knew about it (the symbolism, the motifs etc.) I think I liked it even better this time. I am not going to bother making a review of the novel itself (I still despise Mr. Rochester, Jane is still a bit annoying but she could’ve done better than Mr. Rochester, and it makes me so sad to think of Bertha, who deserved so much better), because I don’t think there are any new things to say about it, but I will be doing a review on the beautiful edition that Netgalley so kindly provided me with.

There are beautiful watercolour flowers that appear in each chapter, most of the pages have at least one flower, which add to the experience of reading the novel. Flowers were very well regarded during Victorian times, and in my opinion it is very fitting to this novel. Also, I have to highlight the “illuminated initial” or firs letter of each chapter, which was also watercolour. I think it is a little touch that makes the text more appealing to readers. Overall, I think Marjolein Bastin did a very good job with this edition

I have already read the book Jane Eyre, so this was an opportunity to see another version with additional artwork and information. Love the book.

Thanks to the publisher for providing a digital ARC of this book via NetGalley!

absolutely adored reliving jane eyre with some magical illustrations! will definitely be recommending this book to my friends that are big bronte fans - myself included.

I thought this was an AMAZING book. I really enjoyed reading it. I thought the plot and characters were very well written. Once I got started I could not put the book down. I had to keep on reading. I thought the plot flowed very nicely. Most of the time I have a hard time reading classics because they seem to be slow and did not flow well. I also thought the illustrations by Marjolein Bastin were stunning. I love re reading this classic for a second time.

Beautiful edition to the wonder that is Jane Eyre. Spectacular classic novel everyone should read once.

An all-time favorite and classic and such a beautiful edition to have. This would look lovely on my classics shelf as a physical book.

However, I do appreciate having this in a digital version to have in my collection for times of comfort and familiarity.

With a cover like this, I wouldn’t doubt a whole new generation falling in love with it which is exactly what the goal should be!

Thank you @netgalley for this advanced e-arc!