Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte

An important classic book written from a woman’s perspective during a time when so few women were writing, Charlotte Bronte’s first and last novel Jane Eyre is worth reading for its unique lens and its surprising take on colonialism. Jane Eyre’s story tells of an orphan with big dreams, fiery independence, and a strong will that only intensifies as she grows older – and when she finally gets a chance at happiness and good fortune, she discovers a shocking secret that derails her romance and sharply criticizes Victorian society.