In "Jane Steele," author Lyndsay Faye presents a reimagining of Charlotte Bronte's classic "Jane Eyre," casting the protagonist as a heroic serial killer. The novel follows orphan Jane Steele, who, after enduring cruelty from her aunt and cousin, as well as hardships at a grim boarding school, takes justice into her own hands. Fleeing to London, she discovers an advertisement indicating that her childhood home has a new master, Mr. Charles Thornfield, who is seeking a governess. Assuming a new identity, Jane returns to Highgate House, where she uncovers dark secrets and faces moral dilemmas. The narrative combines elements of mystery, romance, and gothic fiction, offering a fresh and thrilling perspective on a beloved story.