Janine's journey in The Handmaid's Tale is marked by extreme trauma and resilience. Initially introduced as a rebellious Handmaid, she suffers severe abuses including losing an eye, a suicide attempt, and being sent to the deadly Colonies. She has a child taken from her and endures multiple transfers between oppressive roles in Gilead
. In Season 4, Janine escapes Gilead with June but is later recaptured and returned to the Red Centre, where she faces further hardship
. By Season 5, she is under Aunt Lydia's mentorship but remains defiant, leading to her being taken away by the Eyes with an uncertain fate
. Season 6 reveals that Janine is alive and working at Jezebel's, a secret brothel for high-ranking Gilead officials, which shocks Aunt Lydia who believed former Handmaids who had children would be spared such fates
. Janine's presence there is likely connected to Commander Lawrence, who has shown a protective attitude toward her
. Despite her hardships, Janine retains a kind heart and selflessness, often fighting for other women and her daughter. However, her current situation is precarious, with threats from powerful Commanders like Bell who despise Lawrence and obsess over Janine, putting her life at risk
. Janine's ultimate fate by the end of the series remains unknown, though her self-sacrificial nature and the brutal world of Gilead suggest she may face grave danger. Fans and commentators worry she might sacrifice herself to protect others or be killed due to the violent power struggles within Gilead
. In summary, Janine survives much of the series but endures relentless suffering, ending up as a sex slave at Jezebel's in Season 6, with her final fate left uncertain amid ongoing threats
