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Confirmed: adopting a cat will heal your trauma.

Really loved Eleanor's narrative voice and her relationship with Raymond. And Glen!

The final twist at the end felt unnecessary and I would've found the ending more gratifying without it.

lilyvs's review against another edition

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dark emotional funny inspiring lighthearted reflective relaxing fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

eggjen's review against another edition

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4.0

I'd like to subtitle this book 'For fuck's sake, Eleanor". This was my second attempt to read this book. The first time I barely made it through 2 chapters before backing away slowly as it became clear that the main character is a bit... Off. But my book club is discussing it this month and I decided to give it another go, this time listening to the audio book at the recommendation of a friend. I loved the narrator and a few more chapters in I started to realize WHY Eleanor is so strange and found myself anxious to see the book through. Also, I adored Raymond. His friendship with Eleanor was everything. I ultimately ended up really liking the book so I'm glad I gave it a second chance.

tashaseegmiller's review against another edition

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5.0

Stunning. The quirky woman who is socially awkward and clearly very lonely soon transforms into a lovely woman who I loved. Raymond is the perfect addition to the book and her life. And the celebration of healing warmed my heart. The audio narration is brilliant.

storeytale's review against another edition

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4.0

Both funny and dark, unexpected story of loneliness, kindness and growth.

maddalena_medea's review against another edition

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emotional hopeful reflective

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

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