book_banter 's review for:

Beartown by Fredrik Backman

5.0

emotional inspiring reflective fast-paced

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

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This was probably my favourite read of 2020. Backman has us follow a cast of flawed, yet loveable characters through vignettes as he weaves together a story of a tragedy that will change a little hockey town forever. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Alcoholism, Bullying, Physical abuse, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Suicidal thoughts

Moderate: Gun violence, Self harm, Violence