The seven rules of Elvira Carr
Subtitle: a novel
By: Frances Maynard
Publisher: Sourcebooks Landmark
Published: 2017
Language: eng
Number of pages: 390
ISBN-13: 9781492649274
Subjects: Self-actualization (Psychology) in women; Women; Self-realization in women; Fiction
Other titles: 7 rules of Elvira Carr
Description: "Elvira Carr believes in crisp schedules, clear guidelines, and taking people at face value. She lives at home with her overbearing mother, who has deemed her unfit to interact with the rest of society. But when her mother has a stroke, Ellie is suddenly forced to look after herself. She quickly comes up with an ingenious way of coping with the world: the seven social rules spreadsheet. Unfortunately, Ellie soon discovers that most people don't live their lives within a set of rules. As she experiences social missteps and awkward encounters, Ellie continues to learn - about herself, and the people around her. And she'll need this new knowledge if she hopes to pave the way to living life on her own terms."--
Notes: Includes reading group guide and A conversation with the author (pages [385]-390).