Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine: Reese's Book Club (a Novel)

by Gail Honeyman

Book Overview

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER AND THE PERFECT HOLIDAY GIFT

A Reese Witherspoon Book Club Pick

"Beautifully written and incredibly funny, Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine is about the importance of friendship and human connection. I fell in love with Eleanor, an eccentric and regimented loner whose life beautifully unfolds after a chance encounter with a stranger; I think you will fall in love, too " --Reese...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0735220689
• ISBN13: 9780735220683
• Release Date: May 2017
• Publisher: Pamela Dorman Books
• Length: 336 Pages
• Weight: 1.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 6.2" x 9.1"

Customer Reviews

Entertaining Story for Empathetic People

I really enjoyed this and it came at the right time. Some reviewers said it's boring or there is no plot, etc. I found it engaging from the beginning and kept interested the whole way through. Instead of defending the plot, I think the most important thing is Eleanor's growth as a person. There is a character arc as she makes new choices in her life and tries new things even if she feels vulnerable or not sure where it will lead. She makes a friend at work and carries through with it even after a negative first impression. His friendship helps her to connect and open up where she had been solitary before that. We also learn little by little why she is the way she is and the trauma she has endured. It is a funny book but not too clever or eye rolling in the humor. It's actually funny at the right times but also has some weight to the story. It has several well formed characters and a good, satisfying resolution. I feel like people that are different or have been through difficult times in life will like this the most. After reading this, I felt a healing effect that I don't remember feeling after reading a fictional novel.

Hated to see this book end

This book was so hard to put down once I started reading it. Eleanor was easy for me to relate to and I hated to see this book end. Fantastic read!

A pleasant ride.

Well crafted and amusing.

Trauma

Like others have said, going in I expected this to be a humorous tale but instead it was a slow reveal of how trauma can continue to affect a person. Kept reading to find out if Elinor would be able to face the truth about her past.

Not All That

I bought this book from all the recommendations out there on Booktok. I found this one to be just "eh." It didn't really do anything for me. There wasn't any "Ah Ha" moment or huge plot twist at all. It was really bland. I liked it ok I guess. I don't really get why everyone and their mother was talking about this book. Maybe there's something I'm missing?

I thoroughly enjoyed this book!

E really got to me. I’m a male but connected with her surprisingly well. This book is about a period in her life that covers her whole life. It is sad but very encouraging. I’d recommend this to anyone looking to fight demons in their own life. I liked it a lot

quirky

Such a good read. Eleanor is such a quirky hen.

Loved it.

You'll be glad you got to know Eleanor. I found this book to be delightful and hated to see it ending.

So much better than expected (and my expectations were good)

The synopsis on the back does not do this book justice. I hadn't heard anything about it and expected a 'nothing special, but an easy, make you smile' kind of book; the synopsis portrays it as a fun read about a quirky, socially-awkward woman who finds love. And while that is technically accurate, the book is so much more than that. Wonderfully written, funny, and also heart-wrenching, this book is a must-read. The characters have depth and a realistic quality to them and it's a great story about love, resilience and kindness. If you are specifically looking for a somewhat sappy, chick-lit book as the plot suggests, read a different book. Then after you've finished that one and gotten your chick-lit fix, read this one!

Loved It!

This book is going on my favorites list. I found it to be humorous, authentic, and well-written. I think we can all see a little bit of Eleanor in ourselves.

Not for me

I love Reese’s book club and most of the books she recommends are great but this one sucked. The story line was boring and I just tried to get through it hoping for a wow ending but that even sucked.

Really enjoyable

This book is not exciting. I loved it though. Great character development, story line. I highly recommend.

a very strange book

I don't get what all of the 5 star reviews are about. The book dragged. I only kept reading it because a friend had given it to me & I thought she liked it so I kept plodding along waiting for the good part. A romantic comedy? I felt sad for her most of the time.

Slow at times

Eleanor was a dull character with an infuriating background. However, it doesn’t make up for the fact that she had very little plot. At times, I wanted to drop the book, but I ended up finishing it. Not the best, but it did give some insight into the disease of loneliness.

Didn't totally live up to the hype.

I did really like this one, but I also *rounded up* to 4 stars. I'd probably give it about a 3.5. Eleanor is an interesting character, but the book dragged at times. I've heard this is being developed as a show/movie and I will look forward to watching that. Not sure if I'd recommend this book though, to be completely honest.

Perfect Read

Funny but also very meaningful. This is an excellent read about overcoming past trauma and hope for a new future.

Entertaining!

I found this book to be so endearing, whimsical, funny, a fast read. All the things I like in a book. The characters are very likeable.

Yes

A character you cheer for - funny, quirky, and moves at a great pace.