A Man Called Ove: A Novel
In this New York Times bestselling “charming debut” (People)—soon to be a major motion picture starring Tom Hanks—from one of Sweden’s most successful authors, a grumpy yet loveable man finds his solitary world turned on its head when a boisterous young family moves in next door.
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This book is like a "Treasure Hidden in A Field"! Too many take a-way's to mention. Personally, this book supplied "Revelation" for me. It's changing my conscience on how I see Sweet & Savory relations. The "Savory" serve a far greater purpose than the "Sweet" if your willing to look for it. The serve you in a way that only "God" Himself can. This will be a journey, and not an easy one yet, I believe just as OVE received healing, restoration, connection and fulfillment, so shall I if i choose to endure. I pray they unfold the same... I wonder...
I grew up with a Swedish father and I am married to a Swede. This book in addition to being hilarious is very true to life. In chapter 28 Ove is described as "unforgiving" because he wouldn't return to a local bakery after receiving the wrong change. I can't tell you the number of places written off by both my father and husband. The saying goes you can tell a Swede but you can't tell him much. That is Ove. Beautifully written and very touching. Highly recommend.
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