anxious people by Fredrik Backman

Ninety-third book of 2020

Reading period: Nov 03rd 2020 – Nov 06th 2020

Summary

In a small town in Sweden, it appears to be an ordinary day. But look more closely, and you’ll see a mysterious masked figure approaching a bank . . .

Two hours later, chaos has descended.

A bungled attempted robbery has developed into a hostage situation – and the offender is refusing to communicate their demands to the police.

Inside the building, fear quickly turns to irritation for the seven strangers trapped inside. If this is to be their last day on earth, shouldn’t it be a bit more dramatic?

Rating

Review

Reading this novel was like being in a theatre and watch a play. I liked this feeling while I was reading. This book is a character focus one so be prepared.

The plot was, for me, simple but also kind of absurd. Nevertheless, the whole story was heartwarming, especially as you learn about the characters.

I wasn’t thrilled by the characters at the beginning of the story, but as I was reading the book, I discover a lot more about them. Now I can’t say that I like them, but their actions or personalities are more understandable, which make them more real and human.

This book was funny from the beginning to the end. The extern point of view adds a lot to the comic tone, but also the accuracy of the characters.

Liz.