In the book "Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine" by Gail Honeyman, the atmosphere of anticipation that comes with Fridays is depicted as a collective illusion shared among people. They engage in a comforting deception, believing that the approaching weekend will bring happiness and that the challenges of work will magically improve in the coming week. This recurring hope highlights a sense of longing for change and fulfillment in their mundane lives.
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