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Contemporary Fiction

Anxious People

Original titleSwede. Folk med ångest · 2019
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Interesting Facts

  • The book tells the story of a failed bank robbery that turns into a hostage situation at an open house.
  • The plot unfolds in a small Swedish town, and all events take place over the course of a single day.
  • Each character in the book has their own unique story and reasons for anxiety, making them all 'anxious people'.
  • The book explores themes of human vulnerability, forgiveness, and understanding.
  • The author uses humor and irony to soften serious topics such as depression and suicidal thoughts.
  • The book is filled with unexpected twists and revelations that keep the reader on edge until the very end.
  • The story is structured so that each character is connected to others, and their fates intertwine in the most unexpected ways.
Anxious People
Date of publication: 15 May 2024
Last updated: 14 July 2024
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Anxious People
Original titleSwede. Folk med ångest · 2019