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A review by stephaniezd
Beartown by Fredrik Backman
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
tense
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? It's complicated
5.0
Just WOW. Another incredible book by Backman.
Graphic: Bullying, Child death, Gun violence, Hate crime, Homophobia, Misogyny, Physical abuse, Rape, Sexual violence, Suicidal thoughts, Gaslighting, Toxic friendship, and Classism
Spoiler for sexual violence the novel surrounds the story of a hockey team, a town, and their fans split apart when a star player assaults the coach's daughter