A Man Called Ove Review

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0:00-Intro

6:45-Spoilers!

13:10-Final thoughts

WHERE TO FIND ME:

[briandawley]

One of the most clever bits in this is watching how, as Ove falls in love with people, the book stops referring to them by description ("the lanky one") but instead refers to them by their actual names. It starts with only one person, then the list of characters consistently referred to by name grows and grows, and it's so touching.

[joshgoldenberg]

My favorite quote in the whole masterpiece is "We always think there's enough time to do things with other people. Time to say things to them. And then something happens and then we stand there holding on to words like 'If'"
This line just breaks me

[Leo-zlxv]

Merphy: Starts to tear up

Me: Immediately puts the book in my cart

[yacinegaci]

The most emotional moment for me was when the kids called him Grandpa. While reading, I managed to hold back my tears, but seeing weep over this incredible story, I started sobbing as well. It was as if all the emotion I kept holding back burst out in one fell swoop. A man called Ove is a strong candidate for being my favorite book ever.

[lostschedule]

This was so emotional even spoiler free.

[shiningyoonie]

Just thinking of the scene Ove taking care of the flowers at his wife’s grave with the stray cat at his side makes me wanna happy cry.

[dawnpoint]

My mom was like "this book will make you cry" and I was all like "challenge accepted." I lost.

[maggiemae]

This review is so spot on. One of my favorite lines was, “People said Ove saw the world in black and white. But she was color. All the color he had.” I picked it up not even expecting to like it, but I was so moved.

[americanchic]

One of my favorite weird out of context Bachman quotes that fills me with emotion is "You don't fall in love with a gender. You fall in love with an idiot."

[totaleclipse]

The most satisfying part of the book for me was when Ove and his 'found family' all back up Anita in standing up to the white shirt Skoda driver when they came to take Rune away. That was the first scene in the book where you feel the characters and their individual stories all coming together and you truly see what an impact Ove has made on his community. This book (especially the last few chapters) felt like a long, warm hug.

[koda]

Honestly at the last pages I thought: well I did certainly not cry as much as I thought I would
And then came the line: “More than three hundred people come to the funeral.“
I was not just bawling, I was completely overwhelmed.
Absolutely loved the book

[Simmi_]

There were so many lines in this book that absolutely broke me, all worded so simply. Backman is really talented at packing a big punch and getting to the heart of emotions in a few words. He effortlessly puts into words so many emotions that I feel but can't express.

[theonlyslagathor]

Sees review.
*prepares box of tissues*
*realizes the box of tissues is not enough*
*stands out in the rain to pretend the tears are rain*

[neosporing]

I'm a 52 year old grumpy dad who doesn't read. During the pandemic, my daughter who loves to read made everyone in the family pick a book for each other to read. Fast forward, besides finding out that I don't mind reading YA books, I've discovered a love for reading. This is the 2nd book I've ever read that moved me to tears. After watching your video, I'm glad to see that I'm not alone in my feelings as I am unaccustomed to crying while reading.

[manaalsidd]

I was legit weeping with you throughout the review.

I just finished reading this book and I was crying and smiling. I don’t think I have ever read a more heart-warming book.

[edmunddantes]

To me, the "foreign pregnant woman" (Parvaneh) was the hero of the story. She saved Ove a number of times and is constantly forcing Ove out of his stagnant comfort zone. Such a beautiful story. Audiobook well worth the listen even if you've already read.

[KennyMelan]

One of my favorite lines from the book was when his wife told him he had to love her twice as much from now on (after her father and cat had died) and he didn't know how he could ever love her more than he already did.

[muskaan]

I loved this book sm! I don't care much about romance, but Ove and Sonja's relationship was so cute and wholesome. This book is undoubtedly sad, but it's also filled with heartfelt moments. This book will make you cry both happy and sad tears.

[Nightlightknight]

It’s the only book by him I’ve read. Didn’t expect to love it as much as I did. It’s the perfect humorous/poignant clash of generations.

[Beez-go-buzz]

It gives off major "UP" vibes if you ask me.