The title of this book draws the reader’s attention to the connection between the fox and Jane Eyre. One way to read this story is to see the encounter with the fox as a parallel with Jane’s encounters with Rochester. A wild, colorful creature enters the life of a smart, but quiet girl who is oppressed by her life, peers and surroundings. She is attracted to the fox/Rochester, but circumstances push them apart and society tells her how dangerous he really is. Discuss this possible interpretation with the class. What visual clues tie Rochester and the fox together? In what way does Hélène see her life paralleling Jane Eyre’s?
