Beartown by Fredrik Backman
In a small, struggling town obsessed with its junior ice hockey team, the hopes and dreams of the community rest on the shoulders of a group of teenage boys. When a violent act occurs, it sends shockwaves through the town, forcing residents to confront their deepest fears, loyalties, and moral dilemmas. As secrets unravel and tensions rise, the story explores themes of ambition, loyalty, and the heavy burden of expectations, ultimately questioning what it means to stand up for what is right in the face of overwhelming pressure.
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- Published
- 2016
- Nationality
- Swedish
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 400-500
- Original Language
- Swedish
- Avg User Rating
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(4.2)
- Alternate Titles
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- Björnstad
- Kleine Stadt Der Großen Träume
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