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The novel Jane Eyre by Charlotte Brontë is a coming of age love story about a young girl named Jane Eyre who goes on a journey to seek love and independence. Janes life is full of hardships, and throughout the novel she tries to overcome obstacles. Jane is abused as a child by her aunt Mrs. Reed and her three children who she lives with at Gateshead Hall. Jane soon goes off to school at Lowood to escape her cruel life. As Jane grows up, she is given the position as governess of Thornfield Hall where she falls in love with her master, Mr. Rochester. A major theme of the novel concerns money and the effect it has on an individuals happiness. The events at Gateshead Hall, at Thornfield Hall, and the inheritance she receives from her uncle is proof that money cannot secure happiness for the main character, Jane. This novel should be read if you are a fan of the classics or even if you need a book to read for a rainy day. You won't be disappointed at all.