Beartown Book Reviews

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Timely and Timeless. So I read A Man Named Ove and loved it so I read Britt-Marie Was Here and loved it more so of course I got Beartown. Initially I didn't like it at all. There wasn't a beloved character. In fact, none of the characters were especially compelling. The story itself unfolded much in the same way the other two had, bit by bit, but without the beloved character it just seemed slow. Then it hit and oh my. Every second mattered after all. This one is different, though, so beware. It is deep and dark and real. It is happening. Read it.

Bear Town. Excellent writing! The author makes each character come alive and pulls the reader into each of their worlds and experiences. He addresses many social and moral issues bluntly and fairly. As a former hockey mom and now a hockey grandma, it offers even more insight into the reasons so many communities, parents , and young people give their all and sometimes lose their all because of the game.

Captures the Moment and Inner Spirit of a Town and it’s Residents. My second book of Backman’s (the first being the fantastic A Man Called Ove). The writing is clear, the emotions seem incredibly real and heartfelt. You are transported to a remote place, with people who can’t readily express themselves except for their love of hockey. And then, it turns into something entirely different…

Great book for all adult readers. A great book to read. It had me feeling sad, mad, and happy.

Intense and heartbreaking. This book kept me awake for many nights, it’s intensity of the incident makes all the emotions so much more real

Awesome!. A great book! Loved it.

Makes my heart and mind sing. The character development and the way he links the scenes are just amazing.

An impactful story. I loved this book. The subject matter was tough and be writing was engaging. I loved a lot of characters and hated a lot of characters. I loved Maya and Ana’s friendship. Maya’s mom was amazing. I truly felt for that entire family. I really showed how favoritism, neglect, a “pack mindset” and power can really corrupt children and adults. I loved everyone who stood up for what was right. The ending was upsetting and sadly realistic. It’s just proof that we as adults have to be better so our kids can be too.

Emotional. I read the entire book in one sitting. The plot is relatable to an extent and you can really feel for the characters.

Loved this!. Enjoying this author immensely! I love the flawed characters... and that we get to experience a bit of life with them. Enjoyable read...can’t wait for the next book!

About Life and Choices- Very Worthwhile. My book club selected this. I never would have read it otherwise. The initial hockey theme would have put me off. I’m glad I read it, though, because it provides numerous insights to groups of people who I rarely meet, and helps explain their interests and behaviors. It also provides important insights about life and choices for all groups of people.

Poignant characters woven into an extraordinary story. This is my first time reading Mr Backman, but will certainly not my last. His unique story telling and character development are second to none, even Jodi Picoult. Poignant characters are carefully woven into a story that could be about any small town in any country. This is not a "hockey" book, it is a beautifully crafted story full of life's lessons and life's learnings.

Awesome book. I read this book faster than any book I have ever read.....it’s that good!

Fabulous writer violent story. Backman is a great craftsman. The first part of the book sets up characters and setting in an unforgettable way. His characters are real and alive. His Beartown is a bleak, but understandably human place. This, plus his wit, insight, and simplicity make the first chapters as irresistible as his Ove book. The second part is thrilling. The brilliant pacing and suspense made it impossible to put the book down. Why not 5 stars? The violence. Just because his characters are so complex;just because his writing is so vivid; just because his story is so engrossing ,the violence is almost too powerful .

Bear Town. Excellent read. Love the characters and insight into life as it really is.

Amazing!. One of the best books I have read in a long time.

Awesome Read. So well written. You don't need to be a hockey fan or know anything about hockey to love this book. I could not out it down!

Perfect. Hands down one of the best books I have ever read. I am not a hockey fan either but this book is literally perfect. 5* - can’t recommend it highly enough.

Brilliant relevant thoughtful. Backman writes colorful true characters better than any author in this time. I have appreciated all of his books, loved all of his characters and valued his deep understanding of the very nature of human beings and communities. This book is par excellence!

Beartown. This was amazing. I still want to know who dies “in 10 years time.”

What happened to the 4.99 price?. Great book so far! Unfortunately, I found this book under the $4.99 section of the bookstore but when I bought it, I was charged $12.99. I’d like to be refunded for the difference if possible.

Intense. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and its intensity. I am not a hockey fan but thoroughly enjoyed learning about the sport and the character development was excellent. There are some very serious topics and reading how a small town handles this is real and raw. Immediately getting the next book.

Beartown. Seriously depressing. And the ending isn’t good enough to justify suffering through all those pages of awful. I laughed out loud on every page of A Man Called Ove. This is the exact opposite. It makes you want to cry on every page.

Outstanding. Love this writer’s books. A bit skeptical about a book about hockey. But it’s NOT just about hockey. Incredibly complex, simple story about people and community. This writer knows what he’s doing. He doesn’t write formula pablum as some others do. Every book different. And wonderful.

My favorite book!!. I absolutely loved this book, along with Us Against You. I fell in love with all the characters and truly did not want it to end. This is my bday gift go to and all my friends fall in love too!!

Beartown. To start with the book is much, much too long. There are too many characters with small side stories and so much repetition of the hockey theme. I loved A Man Called Ove and was sure this was going to be another good one, but I really did not enjoy this book and flipped through many pages to get to the end. Very disappointing.

Close to home. As a hockey mom and a former minor league hockey wife, I can’t tell you how accurate this book is. I try to tell people it can be any sport, but it obviously hits close to home for hockey. It’s a very different world - bonds you can’t break due to the time these boys spend together which is more than most sports. And the moms who engage - so very accurate. You pick your seats in the stands based on where other parents are sitting so as to avoid the one who will stir up the drama. Regardless, it’s a mom who loves her child and just acts it out a little differently. What an amazing book. Bravo! Can’t wait for Us Against You to come out.

Best book I’ve ever read!. Every character, every one of their stories is developed with such interest and grace you feel everything with them. Beautiful writing, wonderful setting, breathtaking drama.....best book I’ve read!

Exceeded my expectations. Amazing book, and you will not regret buying!!

Extraordinary Storytelling. What Louise Penny does for Three Pines, Fredrik Backman accomplishes in Beartown - the creation of a community you want to visit with people you want to get to know. The story is excellent, but at the end of the book its the characters you want more of. Looking forward to the rest of the series.

Bear Town. Wow! I could not stop reading. A story with insight and excitement, what a fantastic read.

Help. Will it becoming out in audio?

Bear town. As I hockey mom this was the most honest depiction I could have imagined. I recognized many of the characters as people I knew. I recognized many of the players… my own son among them. Read this book you will hate it. You will be depressed by it, and in the end you will believe in it and in human nature and love it.

Forever in my memory. So many lessons to learn

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