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tsel's review against another edition
5.0
Wow. So many layers and elements that all added up to an extraordinary reading experience. Each character felt alive and real and although sometimes they did feel a bit like a caricature of themselves, they were all relatable in their own ways. As good as the first half of the book was, it really kicks into full gear after that and the last few chapters hit so hard in all the best ways.
ndehning's review against another edition
The first 60% was painful to get through. I understand what Backman was going for but I did not like the antagonistic interviews or frankly the characters.
The profound statements sprinkled throughout were nice… but almost not worth enduring the conversations between the characters.
Hate read most of it until the last 20 pages. It was obvious the robber was a woman from the very early pages (emphasis on no gender when disclosing the parents) so there wasn’t much of a twist beyond the addition of the real estate agent.
Doesn’t encourage me to pick up Backman’s other books.
The profound statements sprinkled throughout were nice… but almost not worth enduring the conversations between the characters.
Hate read most of it until the last 20 pages. It was obvious the robber was a woman from the very early pages (emphasis on no gender when disclosing the parents) so there wasn’t much of a twist beyond the addition of the real estate agent.
Doesn’t encourage me to pick up Backman’s other books.
heidijo16's review
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
medium-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? Yes
4.0
Anxious People has quirky, diverse characters and plenty of surprises. It touches on many themes about relationships and what it's like to be an adult. All the characters are flawed, but trying to be good humans. They form a bond when they are unexpectedly put in a "hostage" situation.
Content Warnings
Minor: Suicide
books4annie's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Content Warnings
Moderate: Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, and Suicide attempt
jsdana's review against another edition
emotional
funny
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5