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A review by sallamaariv
Beartown by Fredrik Backman
dark
mysterious
reflective
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
This book is great, but wayyy too long. I nearly gave up at 40% because the plot wasn't progressing. Hours and hours of character introductions and world building got exhausting and repetitive, and there were too many characters. The plot itself was captivating!
Graphic: Homophobia, Sexual violence, Rape, Violence, Bullying, Misogyny, and Sexual assault
Moderate: Child death, Injury/Injury detail, Emotional abuse, Death of parent, and Grief