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Naïve. Super

Tor Ketil Solberg, Erlend Loe
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Naïve. Super

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2005

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Tor Ketil Solberg, Erlend Loe

Naïve. Super

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2005
Book Details
Pages

208

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Scandinavia • 1990s

Publication Year

2005

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Naïve. Super by Tor Ketil Solberg and Erlend Loe follows a young man experiencing an existential crisis. The character quits school and isolates himself to seek meaning in life through simplicity, reflection, and basic activities. He keeps in touch with his brother, makes lists, and engages in seemingly mundane yet meaningful pursuits to find purpose.

Reviews & Readership

4.0

24,469 ratings

68%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Reflective and minimalist, Naïve. Super by Tor Ketil Solberg and Erlend Loe captures a young man's existential crisis through simple yet profound prose. Readers appreciate its quirky charm and philosophical depth, though some find its narrative too sparse. It’s a thought-provoking read that balances introspection with lighthearted moments, but may not appeal to those seeking a complex plot.

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Who Should Read Naïve. Super?

Readers who would enjoy Naïve. Super by Tor Ketil Solberg and Erlend Loe are introspective, appreciate minimalist storytelling, and enjoy existential themes. This book is akin to novels like The Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky and The Catcher in the Rye by J.D. Salinger.

4.0

24,469 ratings

68%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

208

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Scandinavia • 1990s

Publication Year

2005

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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