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thrakaboom 's review for:
Us Against You
by Fredrik Backman
challenging
emotional
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
While not as good as Beartown or some of Backman's other works, Us Against You is a stronger novel than the vast majority I've read in the past year. If you want something about emotion, and life, and the human experience you'll find it in the town in the woods that loves hockey.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Death, Homophobia, Grief
Moderate: Alcoholism, Drug use, Sexual assault, Death of parent