50 pages 1 hour read

Fredrik Backman

Anxious People

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2019

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Before You Read

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Super Short Summary

Anxious People by Fredrik Backman follows a failed bank robbery that turns into a hostage situation at an apartment viewing, highlighting how the anxieties and personal histories of the hostages and the bank robber intertwine as they navigate their fears and form unexpected bonds. Sensitive topics like suicide and addiction are depicted throughout the narrative.

Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

Anxious People by Fredrik Backman is a captivating tale that skillfully combines humor and deep emotion, eliciting both laughter and tears. Reviewers praise its complex characters and inventive narrative structure. However, some criticize the plot's reliance on coincidence, which may strain believability. Overall, a compelling and heartwarming read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Anxious People?

Readers who appreciate Fredrik Backman's Anxious People enjoy character-driven narratives with a blend of humor and poignancy. Ideal for fans of A Man Called Ove and Graeme Simsion's The Rosie Project, this novel appeals to those who value stories about human connection, redemption, and life's quirks.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre

Realistic Fiction

Mystery / Crime Fiction

Modern Classic Fiction

Themes

Identity: Mental Health

Life/Time: The Past

Emotions/Behavior: Guilt

Topics

Mental Illness