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A review by sandro_reads
Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
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
Eleanor Oliphant, as the title wrongly states, is most certainly not fine. But, her journey to getting fine is captivating.
When Eleanor and her coworker, Raymond, help an elderly man, Sammy, who collapsed, the three form a bond that propels Eleanor to examine her life and the childhood trauma she experienced.
Eleanor is downright funny at times, extremely touching at others and can also be quite difficult but, it beautifully illustrates how small acts of kindness can cause huge ripple effects in someone’s life.
When Eleanor and her coworker, Raymond, help an elderly man, Sammy, who collapsed, the three form a bond that propels Eleanor to examine her life and the childhood trauma she experienced.
Eleanor is downright funny at times, extremely touching at others and can also be quite difficult but, it beautifully illustrates how small acts of kindness can cause huge ripple effects in someone’s life.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child abuse
Minor: Child death and Domestic abuse