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Britt-Marie Was Here
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Book Brief
Britt-Marie Was Here
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2014324
Novel • Fiction
Borg, Sweden • Contemporary
2014
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Britt-Marie Was Here by Fredrik Backman follows 63-year-old Britt-Marie, who leaves her unfaithful husband and starts anew in the struggling town of Borg, where she becomes the reluctant soccer coach for the local youth team. As she integrates into the community, she confronts the trauma of her past, forms meaningful relationships with the villagers, and embarks on a journey of self-discovery.
Heartwarming
Emotional
Humorous
Hopeful
Contemplative
Reviews & Readership
196,773 ratings
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Review Roundup
Britt-Marie Was Here by Fredrik Backman, translated by Henning Koch, is widely appreciated for its heartwarming, humorous narrative and well-developed protagonist. Reviewers praise its exploration of second chances and personal growth. However, some find the storyline predictable and the pacing slow at times. Overall, it offers a touching but somewhat conventional read.
Who Should Read Britt-Marie Was Here?
Readers who enjoy heartwarming, character-driven stories about personal growth and community, much like those found in A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman or The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry by Rachel Joyce, will find Britt-Marie Was Here by Fredrik Backman and Transl. Henning Koch equally engaging and inspiring.
196,773 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
324
Novel • Fiction
Borg, Sweden • Contemporary
2014
Adult
18+ years
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