A Man Called Ove

Name: A Man Called Ove
Author: Fredrik Backman

by Fredrik Backman

Grumpy widower's small act of kindness transforms neighborhood and his outlook

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Fredrik Backman

Fredrik Backman is a Swedish author known for his emotionally resonant, character-driven novels. A Man Called Ove was a worldwide bestseller that was adapted into both a Swedish and an American film.

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