Synopsis

Eleanor Oliphant navigates life with a meticulously scheduled routine, a sharp tongue, and a profound lack of social graces, convinced that she is 'completely fine.' Her existence is a carefully curated exercise in solitude, punctuated by frozen pizza, vodka, and weekly phone calls with her overbearing mother. Unaccustomed to warmth or connection, Eleanor finds her world irrevocably altered by two chance encounters: Raymond, the bumbling yet kind IT guy from her office, and Sammy, an elderly man they help after he falls. This unlikely trio forms a fragile bond that slowly begins to chip away at Eleanor's protective shell. As she hesitantly allows others into her life, long-buried trauma and the devastating truth of her past begin to surface. Through the unexpected kindness of strangers and the transformative power of genuine friendship, Eleanor embarks on a poignant journey of self-discovery, learning that opening her heart, however painful, is the only path to truly healing her damaged spirit.

Critical Reception

"A #1 New York Times Bestseller and a Reese Witherspoon Book Club Pick, the novel captivated readers with its unique blend of humor, poignancy, and an unforgettable protagonist."

Adaptations

Soon to be a major motion picture produced by Reese Witherspoon.

Metadata

ISBN:9780735220706
Pages:326
Age Rating:16+

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