Book details
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Author: Gail Honeyman; originally published by Penguin Books / Penguin Publishing Group.
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Format associated with this ISBN‑10 (0735220697) is a U.S. edition of the novel, sometimes in trade paperback or hardcover depending on seller.
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Length is around 352 pages, placing it in the mid‑length novel range.
Core story and themes
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The novel follows Eleanor, who lives a rigid, solitary life with strict routines and minimal social contact until a small act of kindness begins to change everything.
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Themes center on loneliness, social awkwardness, childhood trauma, and how genuine friendship and support can gradually transform a person’s self‑image and daily life.
Tone and reader reception
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The book is often described as “beautiful, serious, charming, and funny,” blending dark or heavy subjects with warmth and offbeat humor.
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It has become a popular book club choice (including Reese’s Book Club), praised for being both emotionally affecting and accessible to a wide range of readers.
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