Everything towards the end was pretty meh, but I thought the writing and dialogue was genuinely pretty funny.

I waited and waited for my turn to read this. Lots of people had requested it. Took about 10 weeks. I was expecting something so much better. It seemed padded with writing that was unnecessary and predictable. It was an OK story - and I suppose the author was trying to create surprises. But it was way too melodramatic for me.

Love love love this book! I didn't expect to love it so much given the premise but the characters are likeable and seem real, I couldn't put it down and definitely stayed up long past my bedtime reading this. It's quite easy reading and the main character's job is kind of fascinating too. I liked reading about his workplace dynamics, a bit reminiscent of the office in some ways. One of the rare books I was sad to finish yet eagerly reading huge chunks at a time.

Not too sad. Quirky main character. Reminded me a bit of A Man Called Ove or The Rosie Project.

This is a real heart warming, funny first novel. A real gem. I loved it.

A heartwarmingly funny look at overcoming grief and the universal need to love and be loved.

So very funny, and also touching at times. This is a book somewhat similar in theme to Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine, which is one I've recommended many times to friends, but in this case the main character is male, albeit equally hilarious in his reactions and equally susceptible and unable to deal with normal life as Eleanor was. I thoroughly enjoyed this one, and hope the author comes up with more.

this story has a vibe similar to eleanor oliphant is completely fine or educating rita. I almost DNF but it had its charming/quirky moments

A great premise (who does look after people who die alone?), exceptionally well written, and without the maudlin or overly romantic/optimistic overtones that dull the sharp edges.

I really wanted to like this book but it reminded me too much of Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine and A Man Called Ove with a quirky character that we are supposed to root for and find a solution for. The one thing is that this book has a better ending. It was "Meh"