Eleanors past
What traumatic event from Eleanor's childhood continues to haunt her throughout the novel?
What is the fire that killed her sister and left her with scars?
What is the name of Eleanor's co-worker who becomes her unexpected friend?
Who is Raymond?
Who does Polly the Plant symbolize in the book?
Who is Eleanor's dead sister, Marianne?
Complete the quote: "These days, loneliness is the new ___"
What is "cancer"?
What is the final step Eleanor completes in her therapy session?
What is saying goodbye to Mummy and letting go of her past?
What item from Eleanor's past does she carry with her as a reminder of her mother's abuse?
What is a parrot plant named Polly?
What is the name of Eleanor's little sister whom she wish she protected?
Who is Marianne?
What literary device does Eleanor use to rationalize her own behavior?
What is comparing herself to characters in books to justify her actions?
"I suppose one of the reasons we're all able to continue so cheerfully..."
What is "...in the face of everything is that we all know that life is fleeting"?
How does Eleanor's perception of herself change throughout the novel?
What is she transitions from seeing herself as "completely fine" to acknowledging her need for help and connection?
How does Eleanor describe her upbringing in foster care?
What is lonely and devoid of affection?
How does Raymond help Eleanor step out of her comfort zone?
What is by inviting her to socialize and introducing her to new experiences?
What classic novel does Eleanor relate to, seeing parallels between the protagonist's journey and her own?
What is "Jane Eyre" by Charlotte Brontë?
Complete the quote: "You can’t have too much dog in a book."
What is "Nobody’s ever complained about that"?
What does Eleanor learn about the importance of vulnerability and authenticity?
What is they are essential for genuine human connection and personal growth?
What event from her past prevents Eleanor from fully embracing intimacy in her adult life?
What is the abuse she suffered at the hands of her mother?
What is the name of the therapist who helps Eleanor navigate her past trauma?
Who is Maria Temple?
What is the significance of Eleanor's love for the singer Johnnie Lomond?
What is Eleanor realizes she's been wanting her mother to love her all along, not Johnnie?
Complete the quote: "These days, loneliness is the new ___"
What is "cancer"?
How does Eleanor's journey of self-discovery impact her relationships with others?
What is it allows her to form deeper connections and break free from the cycle of isolation?
What tragic event from Eleanor's childhood significantly shapes her life and continues to haunt her into adulthood?
What is the fire that killed her sister and left her with severe burns, and subsequently led to her being raised in foster care?
How does Eleanor's relationship with her mother affect her ability to form relationships with others?
What is it causes her to struggle with trust and intimacy?
What rule does Eleanor follow in the beginning of the book?
What is to not look in the mirror due to the appearance of her scars?
"When you don't have a family..."
What is "... you make one. You're your own best friend"?
What event finally prompts Eleanor to confront her traumatic past and seek help?
What is seeing a woman collapse in the street, prompting Eleanor to realize she needs to change her life?