Book Details
Format
Audiobook
Length
0h 9m
Language
English
Published
Jul 29, 2014
Publisher
Dreamscape Media Llc
ISBN-10
1629239801
ISBN-13
9781629239804
Description
Meet Ove. He's a curmudgeon - the kind of man who points at people he dislikes as if they were burglars caught outside his bedroom window. He has staunch principles, strict routines, and a short fuse. People call him 'the bitter neighbor from hell.' But behind the cranky exterior there is a story and a sadness. So when one November morning a chatty young couple with two chatty young daughters move in next door and accidentally flatten Ove's mailbox, it is the lead-in to a comical and heartwarming tale of unkempt cats, unexpected friendship, and the ancient art of backing up a U-Haul. All of which will change one cranky old man and a local residents' association to their very foundations.
Genres
Humor
Art & Photography
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3 starsYou only need one ray of light to chase all the shadows away.RTC
April 13th 2026
What a strange book! It made me laugh out loud and broke my heart repeatedly! How can such a disagreeable, grumpy old man be this much agreeable and caring?Great book!In some parts I got a little bored,and for personal reasons, I didn't like some parts of the book. I'm going to check out Fredrik Backman's other books as well.
February 27th 2026
Unique and satisfying book in which the main character works his way into your heart. Enjoyed it!
August 28th 2025