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A review by gemstonejasper
Beartown by Fredrik Backman
- 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? It's complicated
5.0
Wow. Just woe. Beautiful story book kind of feel. The story is much more about the town rather than any specific character. Even with the huge cast of characters, it really tells the story of the town, it's community, values, and culture.
Content Warning Clarification-Adult/minor relationship
a 17 year old boy rapes a 15 year old girl. I put that there because the age of consent where i live is 17
Content Warning Clarification-Adult/minor relationship
Graphic: Adult/minor relationship, Bullying, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Violence, Gaslighting, and Toxic friendship
Moderate: Body shaming, Cursing, Drug use, Gun violence, Homophobia, Suicidal thoughts, Xenophobia, Injury/Injury detail, and Classism
Minor: Child abuse, Racism, Suicide, and Stalking