A review by snappy
A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman

2.25

Touching story, but something about Fredrik Backman's writing just feels off to me. For one, the character of Jimmy, anytime he is mentioned there is a comment about his weight or size. Had it been a characteristic of Ove's own prejudices against fat people I might have been able to overlook it. But the unnecessary hurtful descriptions and their repetitiveness makes me wonder if it showcases the author's own opinions.