Please don't hate me for not loving this book. I love Backman's writing and was excited to read My Friends. 

This story is about friendship, that one unforgettable summer in your teens, about loss and love for art. We start with Louisa, a foster care child that is wanting to see a famous piece of art in her town. She by chance meets that artist and they have an instant connection. 

We have Louisa then crossing path with Ted, who was the artist's friend and they go on a journey that goes back 25 years of Ted, the artist and the friends that summer that inspired the picture. 

Along the way, we learn more about Louisa as well and what she has been through. The story at parts moved a bit slow for me. 

I thought it was interesting that we don't get the artist's name until almost the end. I am curious what is the purpose of that. 

Thank you @atriabooks for a copy of this.