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A review by abitofapoet
Beartown by Fredrik Backman
dark
emotional
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
The thing holding me back from a 5 star review is the fact that I would never read this books again. That doesn’t make it less of a masterpiece, because it is. But damn did it hit close to home. Please check trigger warnings before you read, especially if you’ve been a victim of or have had a family member or friend experience SA.
Fredrik Backman has a way of throwing you into a community and really, really making you understand it. Almost as if you’ve lived there your entire life. I find that fascinating about his writing. There’s a LOT of characters, but you feel like you understand all of them. (even if you hate them)
This story follows a team of hockey players, their families, friends, and the people who’s lives revolve around them in one way or another. It’s really, really honest.
Fredrik Backman has a way of throwing you into a community and really, really making you understand it. Almost as if you’ve lived there your entire life. I find that fascinating about his writing. There’s a LOT of characters, but you feel like you understand all of them. (even if you hate them)
This story follows a team of hockey players, their families, friends, and the people who’s lives revolve around them in one way or another. It’s really, really honest.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Rape, Sexism, Sexual violence, and Violence
Moderate: Bullying, Child death, Homophobia, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, Terminal illness, Gaslighting, and Classism
Minor: Eating disorder, Panic attacks/disorders, Death of parent, and Pregnancy