Sanchari16
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Is it like "Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine" type of book but with better parents ?
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Sara Dawdy
I do think it is - in fact, that comparison came to me while I was reading this book. Neither main character is able to interpret "normal" social structure and struggles to figure out what she truly wants against the messages she's getting from society around her. Keiko's revelation about what makes her happy may not match that of most people, but that she finds it at all - and the book's message that one can live a satisfying life without meeting anyone else's expectations for happiness - made the book enjoyable for me.
Joanne Sheppard
No, it's not really like that at all - it's not an uplifting, feelgood read. It's much weirder and darker and Keiko is much stranger character than Eleanor. Her parents aren't really part of the book but we're told that they were very loving; she isn't traumatised and, unlike Eleanor, she's not lonely or depressed.
Anne
Yes and No. No in the sense that Keiko comes from a loving background. Yes in the sense that they both struggle to exist in the 'normal' world and are confused by their colleagues (who seem somewhat mean). Yes in the sense that a lot of the novels take place and deals with work/career. Yes because I think on some level they are on the spectrum.
Brian Douglas
Nothing at all like Eleanor Oliphant. The writing and insights of EOICF are far more developed and embracing. With EO I was sad when the final page closed. Not so much with CSW. The only real similarities I think are the quirkiness of both protagonists.
Molly
I found the two title characters similar--both protagonists are young women who are trying perhaps a little too hard to fit in with society. But plot-wise, these books don't have much else in common.
Vanessa
I compared the two as well! They are totally different, but both have this strange/different personality type. I love both women!
Elaine
At first, I thought it was "Eleanor-ish" but it's beyond that. Distinctly Japanese character/story and a bit darker. I really enjoyed both EO and this book, though.
Janet M
No, because EO at least tells a story. Wasn't crazy about Eleanor but enjoyed it much more than this contrived and depressing treatise. I wouldn't even compare the two. At least CSWoman was short and quick reading.
Amanda
Her parents aren't a real part of this book; the main family member you encounter is her younger sister.
Lynne Jenkinson
I think that this is the-one I shall read next Is it a good idea to read straight after "Eleanor Oliphant book or is a break recommended
Jite
Vaguely so. The plots, settings, cultures and characters are quite dissimilar in personality even though they are both quirky with high levels of self-awareness and specific tastes. But this is a super interesting way to summarize this. It is kind of like Eleanor Oliphant but with better parents who are Japanese.
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