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autumn_in_space's review against another edition
emotional
funny
inspiring
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Suicide and Suicidal thoughts
rosietomyn's review against another edition
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Anxious People by Fredrik Backman is a character driven story of redemption. The cast of characters are at times sympathetic, grating, lovable, and baffling. The time-jumping narrative is well done, easy to follow, and unravels skillfully.
I am really glad I read this novel. As happens so rarely, I know I will be thinking about how these characters are doing for a good, long while.
I am really glad I read this novel. As happens so rarely, I know I will be thinking about how these characters are doing for a good, long while.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, and Suicide attempt
nick_00's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicide
Moderate: Suicidal thoughts
ches's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
4.75
An almost perfect book - I absolutely loved it! There was a little bit in the middle that i found a bit absurd and not in the best way - the bit with the rabbit!
And I also found the characters to be a bit like caricatures however I then realisedthat this was the point and they were being deliberately stupid and evasive in the interviews!
Overall I thought it was brilliant - I laughed and cried a few times whilst reading it and will definitely reread it in the future. I'm also going to watch the Netflix series, although I doubt it will live up to the book. I'm excited to read more of Backman's work as I loved his writing style and voice. Highly recommend this book.
And I also found the characters to be a bit like caricatures however I then realised
Overall I thought it was brilliant - I laughed and cried a few times whilst reading it and will definitely reread it in the future. I'm also going to watch the Netflix series, although I doubt it will live up to the book. I'm excited to read more of Backman's work as I loved his writing style and voice. Highly recommend this book.
Content Warnings
Minor: Suicide
cari_'s review against another edition
emotional
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Suicide
crismcmahon's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Nearly the perfect book. I don't know what is keeping it from 5 stars so it might turn into one over time. Overall, would recommend to anyone.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicide attempt, Suicidal thoughts, and Suicide
julia_89's review against another edition
hopeful
lighthearted
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Content Warnings
Minor: Addiction, Suicide, Death of parent, and Suicidal thoughts
mmciver's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
4.25
Content Warnings
Moderate: Suicidal thoughts, Suicide attempt, and Suicide
Minor: Gun violence
sandysmith's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
I'm gradually adding books I've read in 2021 to give a true reflection of the books I've read since keeping records. In January 2021, I kick-started my reading journey having put reading on the back burner whilst bringing up the children only reading when on holiday, having previously being an avid reader. This is a heart warming story about a diverse set of people at a house viewing and a bungled robbery. Fantastically developed characters. A light hearted read that makes you think, whilst at the sam time an easy going. I loved this book and i am looking to read more by this author
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, and Suicide attempt
nik_a's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicide, Suicidal thoughts, and Suicide attempt