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A review by sarahfischer
Beartown by Fredrik Backman
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
holy cow. this story is intense. even the exposition as we get to know the different characters made me feel emotional. backman yet again illustrates that he knows how people think and act and feel and how complex and nuanced relationships are.
Graphic: Domestic abuse, Rape, and Sexual assault