Jane Eyre is orphaned at a young age and left without a penny to her name. Raised
by her aunt, Mrs Reed, who abuses and mistreats her, Jane is sent to Lowood
School where she survives six years of harsh conditions as a student and a further
two as a teacher.

Accepting a position as Governess, Jane moves to Thornfield Hall where she meets
the taciturn Mr Rochester. Despite his terrible moods Jane grows fond of his
mysterious and passionate nature. But her hopes of happiness are soon jeopardised
by a terrible secret.