The best and worst aspects about a novel story tale is that things always come together. Although, I have not finished the book completely, it seems as if Jane's life is turning around. It seems so simple and pretty coincidentally that is it related to the Rivers, and even more so that she is left with 20,000 pounds. Not only is she left with a bundle of money, she also has some change of heart, and decides to share her wealth.
Jane's unpredictable character seems to have become a pattern in Bronte's writing. The vibe the St. John gives off is also a little confusing. Who is this guy really? Why does he tell Jane to suppress her feelings after she discovers her distant relative left her all this dough? Again the male authority figure is cramping down on Jane's style. Jane's character throughout the book has been a reaction to the men and the authority around her. After the disappointing departure from Rochester, Jane becomes this needy and desperate woman, an entirely different person from who the reader had so avidly supported. Now when Jane's true demeanor finally returns Bronte has this negative pull against her, oppressing Jane's ability be independent.
I hope in the last fifty pages Jane busts through and stands out as the thriving woman the readers so desperately seeks, but at the same time I am hoping for a radical twist that throws the reader off where everything doesn't come together.
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Well, I think you may find yourself disappointed with regard to that latter wish. We'll see.
With regard to Jane's "unpredictable behavior," I'm curious to learn what you mean by this (in many ways, her character seems consistent and entirely predictable, though her resistance and rebellion do make her act in ways that are contrary to what one would expect--what one would predict--from a Victorian woman). Maybe this could provide good fodder for your essay?
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