Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine

352 pages, 2018

Gail Honeyman

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1382 books

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Description

Eleanor Oliphant leads a simple life. She doesn’t date, socializes much, or travel often. Most importantly, she likes things this way. But everything changes when a chance encounter with the weird (and possibly dirty) IT guy from her office throws her life into chaos.

It’s hard to see how things could get much weirder until you take into account the utter weirdness of her new friends—an old man with no love for technology and an octogenarian alcoholic—and her new job as a caretaker at a local nursing home.

The Power of Human Connection

In Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine, Gail Honeyman explores the importance of human connection. Eleanor, the protagonist, lives a life of isolation until she forms a friendship with Raymond. This relationship changes her life, showing us that human connection can help us overcome even the deepest loneliness.

Overcoming Trauma

Eleanor Oliphant's life is marked by a traumatic past. However, she doesn't let this define her. Instead, she bravely faces her demons and works towards healing. This book encourages us to confront our past and not let it control our present or future.

The Importance of Kindness

One of the key takeaways from Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine is the power of kindness. Raymond's kindness towards Eleanor plays a crucial role in her transformation. This book reminds us to be kind to others, as we never know what battles they are fighting.

Mental Health Awareness

Gail Honeyman does an excellent job of highlighting the importance of mental health. Eleanor's struggles with mental health are a central theme in the book. It encourages us to take care of our mental health and to be understanding towards those who are struggling.

Self-Acceptance and Growth

Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine is a journey of self-acceptance and personal growth. Eleanor learns to accept herself, flaws and all, and to grow from her experiences. This book inspires us to do the same, to accept ourselves as we are and to always strive for personal growth.

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Eleanor Oliphant is a truly original literary creation: funny, touching, and unpredictable. Her journey out of dark shadows is absolutely gripping.

Reese Witherspoon - Actress, Producer

A truly original voice and so good on loneliness: I laughed, I cried and I cringed in equal measure.

Jojo Moyes - Novelist, Journalist

This wacky, charming novel...draws you in with humor, then turns out to contain both a suspenseful subplot and a sweet romance....

Jodi Picoult - Author, Storyteller

A powerful, warm, funny, and heartfelt story about a woman who has truly been stuck in a rut, but finds her way out with some truly inspiring and unexpected methods.

Paula Hawkins - Bestselling Author

A quirky, complex, and endearing heroine, Eleanor leads a life of structured loneliness that will change dramatically and unpredictably after she saves a coworker's life.

Kirkus Reviews - Book Review Magazine