Anxious People: A Novel

By Fredrik Backman

An instant #1 New York Times bestseller, the new novel from the author of A Man Called Ove is a “quirky, big-hearted novel….Wry, wise and often laugh-out-loud funny, it’s a wholly original story that delivers pure pleasure” (People).

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Published Jul 6, 2021

352 pages

Average rating: 7.59

3,574 RATINGS

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Readers say *Anxious People* by Fredrik Backman is a heartfelt, quirky novel blending humor with tough themes like anxiety, grief, and connection. Rev...

kmaz
Thought provoking. Enjoyable read.
Dmar Smyth
7/10 stars
Enjoyed the ending so much!
Gabriela-in-Amherst
9/10 stars
Excellent character development and entertaining dialogue. It's a hopeful exploration of the ways people can be kind to, and connect with, others who seemingly have nothing in common.
jadi_e
8/10 stars
Funny, zany, loved the characters.
Paisley
10/10 stars
Funny and thought provoking. When life hands you lemons.

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