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A review by moraina
Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman
reflective
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
Difficult read because Eleanor felt too relatable. She went through a lot of childhood trauma and blocked much of it out. She’s not very likable to start, which is the point, but as you find out why you develop more sympathy for her. The other characters she befriends are quite likable and help push the story forward.
Definitely a slower-paced read, and while there are plenty of funny moments, I don’t agree with the ratings saying that’s the main vibe of the book. Most of it is quite sad, but it does end on a hopeful note. My only nitpick was having to look up much of her uncommon vocabulary, it made it hard to stay engaged when I had to pick up my phone every few pages.
Definitely a slower-paced read, and while there are plenty of funny moments, I don’t agree with the ratings saying that’s the main vibe of the book. Most of it is quite sad, but it does end on a hopeful note. My only nitpick was having to look up much of her uncommon vocabulary, it made it hard to stay engaged when I had to pick up my phone every few pages.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child death, Mental illness, Alcohol, Child abuse, Violence, Suicide, Fire/Fire injury, Emotional abuse, and Physical abuse
Moderate: Vomit, Stalking, and Rape
Minor: Animal cruelty