A Man Called Ove: A Novel by Fredrik Backman

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 neighbour from hell.” But behind the cranky exterior, there is a story — and a heart — that will break yours wide open.

When a young family moves in next door and accidentally flattens his mailbox, Ove is dragged into a world of unwanted interaction. Yet from these unlikely encounters, something unexpected begins to grow. A Man Called Ove is a funny, tender, and profoundly moving story about love and loss, community and belonging, and the extraordinary things that happen when the most unlikely people find each other.

Fredrik Backman’s debut novel became a global phenomenon — a New York Times bestseller that has sold millions of copies worldwide, been adapted into a beloved Swedish film, and inspired the Hollywood remake A Man Called Otto starring Tom Hanks. It is, quite simply, one of the most life-affirming novels of the 21st century.

Why Readers Around the World Love This Book

• A grumpy, unforgettable hero you will fall completely in love with
• Fredrik Backman’s signature blend of humour, warmth, and emotional depth
• A story about grief, love, friendship, and the power of community
• Funny, heartbreaking, and ultimately deeply uplifting
• Perfect for fans of The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry, Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine, and The 100-Year-Old Man Who Climbed Out the Window and Disappeared

Format: Paperback  |  Author: Fredrik Backman  |  ISBN: 9781476738024

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