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mnminsd 's review for:
My Friends
by Fredrik Backman
emotional
funny
hopeful
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:
Yes
Fredrik Backman has not only such a unique way of seeing the world but also of writing stories that inspires you to reflect on and appreciate the transcendent interconnections between ordinary moments and ordinary lives. I wish I could see the world in this way all the time, but I can’t so I read Backman’s books instead.
I finished the book sobbing and laughing AT THE SAME TIME! How it is possible to elicit such strong distinct emotions in me is beyond my understanding, but that is the beauty of Backman’s writing.
Once again, I must recognize Neil Smith for the incredible translation into English. If something was lost in translation, I don’t even think it matters because it is perfect as it is.
I finished the book sobbing and laughing AT THE SAME TIME! How it is possible to elicit such strong distinct emotions in me is beyond my understanding, but that is the beauty of Backman’s writing.
Once again, I must recognize Neil Smith for the incredible translation into English. If something was lost in translation, I don’t even think it matters because it is perfect as it is.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Addiction, Alcoholism, Death, Domestic abuse, Grief
Minor: Animal cruelty, Bullying, Cancer, Drug use, Homophobia, Self harm, Sexual assault, Suicidal thoughts, Terminal illness, Blood, Abandonment