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A review by emma_eger
A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman
dark
emotional
hopeful
reflective
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
A Man Called Ove is heart warming and gut wrenching in so many ways. Seeing the character development of Ove and how he slowly warms up to human interaction again was remarkable to read about.
I would highly suggest looking up trigger warnings before reading this book.
I would highly suggest looking up trigger warnings before reading this book.
Graphic: Suicidal thoughts, Grief, and Suicide attempt
Moderate: Death and Domestic abuse
Minor: Homophobia