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caitlynischeckedout's review against another edition
5.0
I think I read this book right when I needed it. Though it features heavy subject matter, I think it places the emphasis on the journey through the dark experiences people have and not just the event itself. I liked the depiction of Eleanor’s therapy- how it’s not just a straight forward “you’re cured now!” and how she works through her journey.
I also really liked the way it handled Raymond trying to give Eleanor information before she was ready for it and the emphasis she places on this being her journey and that she will learn it when she’s ready for it. Though I really loved their friendship in general- the way it grew throughout the story was so enjoyable to read and it truly was such a pure friendship.
The way loneliness is portrayed here was so powerful to me and the way we so often take things for granted- like simply having someone to speak to over a weekend. Self worth was also a big theme and not attaching it to the traumatic events that happen to us.
Though there was a “mystery” of sorts in this book, and some parts of it were easy to guess at, it’s not a thriller and so I don’t feel that takes away from the strength of the reveals.
I’m so glad I thrifted this randomly one day- I will definitely be rereading this book.
I also really liked the way it handled Raymond trying to give Eleanor information before she was ready for it and the emphasis she places on this being her journey and that she will learn it when she’s ready for it. Though I really loved their friendship in general- the way it grew throughout the story was so enjoyable to read and it truly was such a pure friendship.
The way loneliness is portrayed here was so powerful to me and the way we so often take things for granted- like simply having someone to speak to over a weekend. Self worth was also a big theme and not attaching it to the traumatic events that happen to us.
Though there was a “mystery” of sorts in this book, and some parts of it were easy to guess at, it’s not a thriller and so I don’t feel that takes away from the strength of the reveals.
I’m so glad I thrifted this randomly one day- I will definitely be rereading this book.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Domestic abuse, Suicidal thoughts, and Alcoholism
Minor: Rape and Sexual assault
hannah_t31's review against another edition
emotional
funny
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Alcohol
Minor: Death, Mental illness, Child death, Suicide attempt, Domestic abuse, Suicidal thoughts, and Emotional abuse
kingsteph's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Toxic relationship, Alcoholism, Suicide attempt, Domestic abuse, and Fire/Fire injury
Moderate: Cancer, Death of parent, Child death, Fatphobia, and Child abuse
Minor: Rape
ljacks60's review against another edition
dark
emotional
funny
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine was overall an enjoyable read. I went into this book expecting a lighthearted rom-com and continued under that impression for about half the book, only to realize that it is by no means a lighthearted read. This book from my understanding accurately described the process of working through intense trauma in therapy, as well as delving into the value of strong friend relationships. I was pleasantly surprised by how the relationship between the female and the male lead did not transform into a romantic relationship, but rather stayed platonic despite the hints that it may turn into something more. Eleanor starts out as a hard to like character but experiences a great amount of character development, leaving her in the end as a rather lovable character who I myself was rooting for. One of the plot twists was predictable, but the main plot twist I did not see coming. Overall, I enjoyed this read and would recommend it to a friend.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Fire/Fire injury, Mental illness, Child abuse, Child death, Animal cruelty, Vomit, Death of parent, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Alcohol, Self harm, Suicidal thoughts, and Suicide attempt
migliniiks's review against another edition
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
Content Warnings
Moderate: Fire/Fire injury and Domestic abuse
libellumartinae's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Nobody talk to me. I don't know when I'll recover from this book but I will eventually and that time I'll talk my therapist all about it because this book is literally such an honest and genuine take onto therapy.
I ain't going to lie the first part got me scared especially due to the childlike feeling I got with Eleanor's narration and I thought it'd be far more adventurous which in the I was glad it wasn't. It was a journey and it hit me deep for the way I felt myself in some parts being too similar to Eleanor and her reactions; Eleanor, at the same time, holds a special place in my heart.
it was a wonderful book, although to me some parts felt a bit too fast-paced to be real, although I ain't going to lie I do understand it is due to the fictional nature of the book, still her relationship with her coworkers to me changed with no reasons, especially as how awful they had been in the start to her.
Still, overall, I think it's a book that's worth reading.
I ain't going to lie the first part got me scared especially due to the childlike feeling I got with Eleanor's narration and I thought it'd be far more adventurous which in the I was glad it wasn't. It was a journey and it hit me deep for the way I felt myself in some parts being too similar to Eleanor and her reactions; Eleanor, at the same time, holds a special place in my heart.
it was a wonderful book, although to me some parts felt a bit too fast-paced to be real, although I ain't going to lie I do understand it is due to the fictional nature of the book, still her relationship with her coworkers to me changed with no reasons, especially as how awful they had been in the start to her.
Still, overall, I think it's a book that's worth reading.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child death, Domestic abuse, Child abuse, Suicide attempt, and Suicidal thoughts
Moderate: Death and Sexual assault
cottagecoregrandma's review against another edition
dark
funny
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Absolutely phenomenal. Easily my favorite book of 2023, if not of all time.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Emotional abuse, Suicidal thoughts, Child death, Child abuse, and Suicide attempt
Moderate: Domestic abuse, Fire/Fire injury, and Physical abuse
Minor: Sexual assault
reenactinghuman's review against another edition
dark
emotional
funny
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Best book I’ve read in years.
Content Warnings
Minor: Rape, Child death, and Domestic abuse
josephsand's review against another edition
dark
emotional
funny
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
contender for The most irritating protagonist ever. i love her…
so funny, so emotional. absolutely NOT what i was expecting. honestly has elements of a psychological thriller in it that were rlly interesting.
a great first read of 2024
so funny, so emotional. absolutely NOT what i was expecting. honestly has elements of a psychological thriller in it that were rlly interesting.
a great first read of 2024
Content Warnings
Moderate: Violence, Alcoholism, and Domestic abuse
bookyanna's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
I struggled to get into this book intially; I found Eleanor to be a challenging and judgmental narrator. That said, as I approached the halfway mark it was clear I was supposed to be uncomfortable, and that Eleanor herself was uncomfortable in all aspects of her life. The style of narration evolved as the book progressed - as Eleanor stopped seeing herself as an island and learned to rely on the people around her. Ultimatetly, it was an uplifting read, reminding the reader that friends can be found in unlikely places and that it's never too late to make changes for the better.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcohol, Alcoholism, Mental illness, and Emotional abuse
Moderate: Child death, Suicide, Domestic abuse, Suicide attempt, and Child abuse
Minor: Rape