A review by anniekayobrien
Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman

funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted mysterious reflective relaxing tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

I loved this book. Absolutely loved it. I honestly felt like I’d become friends with Eleanor and while you had no idea what direction this book was taking you in, I wanted so badly for it to keep going. A feel good book despite themes of alcohol abuse, emotional abuse murder and suicide, because alongside this there was hope, kindness, love, friendship and self-growth. Despite such heavy themes, these topics were not delved into too deeply and this is not a heavy book - a slightly similar story to ‘Sally Diamond’ but with more hope and respite at the book’s end. I found myself wishing I was still reading this book days after I finished it, like wanting to see a friend again after some time apart.


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