Be Charmed by These Bewitching Books from 2025
Suzan Said asked this question about Wide Sargasso Sea:
Is this a plausible portrayal of Rochester, or is he (however little) twisted in order to fit the message of the book?
Amy I thought it was actually perfectly plausible to fit the man who Jane first met. He was young, naive and made a big mistake marrying Antoinette and he…moreI thought it was actually perfectly plausible to fit the man who Jane first met. He was young, naive and made a big mistake marrying Antoinette and he hated himself for the way he treated her - I think this book made an impressive attempt to show how the misunderstandings and culture clashes could result in a failed marriage and two very damaged people. There is no doubt in Jane Eyre that when Jane first meets Rochester, he's angry, withdrawn and self-loathing. It seems rather fitting with how we leave him as they leave the West Indies. Jane draws out the best in him whereas Antoinette brought out the bad. Haven't we all experienced that? (Although granted I never locked any of my crappier boyfriends in the attic to avoid them).(less)
flag
More questions about Wide Sargasso Sea…
Image for Wide Sargasso Sea
Wide Sargasso Sea
by Jean Rhys
Rate this book
Clear rating
1 of 5 stars2 of 5 stars3 of 5 stars4 of 5 stars5 of 5 stars

About Goodreads Q&A

Ask and answer questions about books!

You can pose questions to the Goodreads community with Reader Q&A, or ask your favorite author a question with Ask the Author.

See Featured Authors Answering Questions

Learn more