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Excellent, in Every Way

Revisado: 09-21-17

Plot, Story, Characters, Writing, Narrator - the development of all - superb. A "must" recreational read. Uplifting....

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Five Stars, All around!

Revisado: 08-10-17

Bear town came to me via a recommendation from a Library patron . I had thoroughly enjoyed my read of A Man Called Ove, but even so went on to other choices that compelled me/I had planned to read. However, I appreciate the encouragement to turn-around. Hockey itself held little interest for me, yet Hockey and the isolation of the rural location called Bear town, as well as its residents pulled me in - and, once again the story line the issues presented and the development of the characters kept winding me back in. The story clearly doesn't take place in the U S, Except for the currency mentioned and hints underscored toward the book's end, I feel still uncertain we are in Scandinavia/am unsure where the story takes place - the implication being that kids, families and communities have common characteristics and problems that arise almost anywhere on earth. The story does resolve, but questions are not necess a rily all answered. Might make a good book for an entire high school or English, class - to read and discuss. I really enjoy Backman's character development and style .

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One of my Top 3 Books Ever!

Revisado: 05-20-17

Sincerely. A Path and Spiritual Guide for everyday living, regardless of age, gender, philosophy, and life/living experience.

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An important read....

Revisado: 03-05-17

I am in the choir regarding the subject - conservation and activism to protect our plant world, however Hope Jahren is the "real deal" as a plant scientist, researcher, educator and writer. I had some difficulty with her path, the unusual relationship with Bill, and the development of the story line.. At the same time, it was a wortwhile use of time, her writing style is articulate and expressive, and I am grateful for what I learned

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Ecellent story re: issues of contemporary racism

Revisado: 11-25-16

Jodi Picoult opened a thought provoking door of awareness and welcome (!) discomfort for me. Thank you.

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Wrenching story

Revisado: 03-19-16

Despite the fact I feel this book is well-conceived and an excellent story, A Little Life is a very long read. I think it would have benefitted from more attentive editing. The readers performance in the audio version - excellent - makes the book even more believable. However, such a powerful story was almost too difficult for me to finish. I was thankful the last chapter helped mediate its difficult ending.

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Meaningful and Affirming story of life, and death

Revisado: 02-04-16

Thank you Abraham Verghese for writing the forward and recommending this story for publication. Thorough, substantive and engaging in the best way, start to finish.

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A Man Called Ove was recommended to me ...

Revisado: 12-08-15

Chapter 1, and what seemed to be a slow start , left me wondering if I might decide not to continue. However, the development of each of Ove's habits and opinions, each newly introduced character , slowly started to intrigue me. Ffashbacks to Ove's life history built to a point where I couldn't put the book down. Its humor, excellent writing and warming story, and life lessons are unforgettable. I highly recommend it.

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Strike and Robin as targets. Bullseye!

Revisado: 12-05-15

Keep these coming. Love the pairing of a overweight one legged detective with a smart young woman. Where will they go next to get Strike's business on firm footing.

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Why?

Revisado: 05-14-15

Still trying to discern - beyond describing awesome sex- why this book overuses words such as"frisson" and requires 3 volumes to reveal its story. I will see the film - as the director's bio is quite compelling itself - and it is now in distribution on Roku and Netflix. However, for awhile, have been looking forward to my next read/another good book....

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