A review by cc_shelflove
Anxious People by Fredrik Backman

challenging emotional funny inspiring reflective medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

My second Backman book and I was as equally impressed with this one as I was with A Man Called Ove. Anxious People featured so many funny and quirky characters. Even though the overall tone of the book was a somber one, I was still able to find myself laughing and smiling. I loved the police officers and their soft spots, and the hostages ordering pizzas while they were being kept hostage. 🤣 It does take a few chapters to get accustomed to Backman’s writing (this could potentially be because it is translated from Swedish), but once you’re in, you’re IN. I’m a fan!
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