Now that “My Lady Jane” has had its long-awaited adaptation on Prime Video, some of the readers of the comedic novel series have been really pleased with the result, while new viewers have also been delighted.
The series is based on one of the books written by the trio Cynthia Hand, Brodi Ashton and Jodi Meadows. The saga consists of three novels, which take significant creative liberties with history, incorporating magical elements.
The positive reception encouraged the authors to continue writing, with each book focused on a different Jane from history or literature, maintaining the blend of comedy and historical fiction.
How many books are there in the saga of My Lady Jane?
The “Lady Janies” series consists of three books to date. The first to be published was My Lady Jane in 2016, and it is the only one to receive a television adaptation by Amazon Prime Video.
Each of the volumes has been co-written by Cynthia Hand, Brodi Ashton and Jodi Meadows. The stories are a humorous and fantastical reinterpretation of different historical figures named Jane.
The second volume was published in 2018 and was titled My Plain Jane. This time, it follows Jane Eyre in 19th century England, a governess who can see ghosts. It not only mixes elements from the original novel but also includes humor.
The third and final book of the comedic trilogy was released in 2020 and is titled My Calamity Jane. The narrative is set in 1876 and follows Calamity Jane (Martha Jane Cannary), who is part of a group of supernatural creature hunters.
This last installment combines Wild West adventures with supernatural elements, offering a new and entertaining perspective on a historical era and well-known figures, with plenty of humor and unexpected twists.