Fredrik Backman made his literary debut in 2012 with the global sensation A Man Called Ove. He has written seven highly acclaimed novels, including My Grandmother Sends Her Regards and Apologises and Britt-Marie Was Here; two heartfelt novellas about life and love; and one non-fiction book about parenthood. His books have sold more than 18 million copies in 46 languages. The Swedish-language film adaptation of A Man Called Ove was nominated for two Academy Awards, and more recently the book was adapted into a major motion picture starring Tom Hanks.
There are clear themes here, nominally: the importance of stories;
the honesty of children; and the obtuseness of most adults, putting
him firmly in league with the likes of Roald Dahl and Neil Gaiman.
A touching, sometimes funny, often wise portrait of grief.
*Kirkus*
The author's lightness of touch is definitely a contributor towards
the novel's success. (It's already a best seller in his native
country.) Fredrik conveys much in a few words . . . However a
special warning to the ladies summed up in three words: wear
waterproof mascara! I read the last few chapters verging between
heart-glowing smiles and heart-wrenching sobs. I'll be ready for it
the next few times I read it though and, indeed, the times after
that.
*The Bookbag*
Told with the same comic accuracy and beating heart as [OVE] . . .
It is a story about life and death and one of the most important
human rights: the right to be different.
*Laura's Little Book Blog*
A highly compelling read and it was easy to lose myself in the
story
*Off the Shelf blog*
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