Jillian: A Novel by Halle Butler

Jillian: A Novel

Halle Butler

199 pages first pub 2015 (editions)

fiction contemporary literary funny reflective fast-paced
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Jillian: A Novel by Halle Butler is a wickedly authentic and brutally funny read that will resonate with readers who appreciate unapologetic portrayals of complex, flawed women navigating the darker aspects of work life, self-absorption, and the struggles of depression, making it a great fit for fans of literary fiction and contemporary stories that tackle the messy realities of adulthood.

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Twenty-four-year-old Megan nat have her whole life ahead of her, but it already feels like a dead end, thanks to her dreadful job as a gastroenterologist’s receptionist and her suffocating resentment of the success and happiness of everyone around...

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Community Reviews

3.54
based on 1,420 reviews

Moods

funny: 74%

dark: 64%

reflective: 34%

sad: 24%

emotional: 22%

tense: 22%

lighthearted: 9%

challenging: 5%

mysterious: 3%

adventurous: 1%

relaxing: 1%


Pace

57% of readers chose fast
30% of readers chose medium
12% of readers chose slow
fast
medium
slow

Plot or character driven?

2% of readers chose Plot
7% of readers chose A mix
89% of readers chose Character
Plot
A mix
Character

Strong character development?

11% of readers chose Yes
22% of readers chose Complicated
66% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Loveable characters?

5% of readers chose Yes
21% of readers chose Complicated
72% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Diverse cast of characters?

5% of readers chose Yes
4% of readers chose Complicated
83% of readers chose No
6% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Flaws of characters a main focus?

97% of readers chose Yes
1% of readers chose Complicated
Yes
Complicated

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