A review by emmarose19
Anxious People by Fredrik Backman

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

5.0

Reading about these characters made me anxious. But i think that’s the point! This story is a mystery and a comedy and an intensely reflective tale about how hard life it. There’s even fun twists! I really enjoyed reading it. 

---

Content Warnings

Minor: Suicide and Suicidal thoughts

Some characters are hinted at contemplating suicide.

early on in the book they mention a man that ends his life by jumping off a bridge. The bridge is central to the story and this event is mentioned several times.