Jane Eyre is a novel by Charlotte Brontë that follows the life of an orphaned girl, Jane, who endures a harsh upbringing and seeks love and independence. After a troubled childhood with her cruel aunt and at a grim boarding school, Jane becomes a governess at Thornfield Hall, where she meets the enigmatic Mr. Rochester. As their relationship deepens, Jane uncovers dark secrets about Rochester's past, leading her to confront her own values and desires. Ultimately, the novel explores themes of identity, morality, and the quest for belonging.