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Anxious People by Fredrik Backman – A Book Review

Posted on March 19, 2021 by Amy @ A Librarian and Her Books

If you could sum this book up in one line, it would probably be: Idiots are people too. As usual, Backman presents us with startling truths in a way that also brings a smile to our faces. His writing is … Continue reading →

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A Man Called Ove

Posted on September 24, 2015 by Amy @ A Librarian and Her Books

A Man Called Ove is a spectacular novel. It comes from a Swedish author named Fredrik Backman. It is effortlessly brilliant.  It’s at once hilarious, wise, and heartbreaking. The man called Ove is a grumpy curmudgeon who detests the changes … Continue reading →

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