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Contemporary Fiction

Anxious People

Swede. Folk med ångest · 2019
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Main Characters and Their Development

  • The Robber: An unsuccessful bank robber who ends up taking hostages at an open house. Throughout the story, his personal drama and the reasons that led him to this act are revealed.
  • Jack: A police officer investigating the hostage situation. He tries to understand the robber's motives and helps resolve the situation peacefully.
  • Jim: Jack's father and partner. He is a more experienced officer, but his methods sometimes seem outdated. Their relationship is tested, but they eventually find common ground.
  • Anna-Lena and Roger: An elderly couple who came to view the apartment. Their relationship seems perfect, but as the story unfolds, it becomes clear they have their own issues and misunderstandings.
  • Zara: A successful businesswoman who also finds herself among the hostages. She hides her emotions and struggles but gradually opens up to the other characters.
  • Julia and Ro: A young couple expecting a child. They face relationship challenges, but the hostage situation helps them reassess their priorities and strengthen their bond.
  • Estelle: An elderly woman living in the building across the street. She becomes an important link between the hostages and the police, sharing her wisdom and life experience.
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Date of publication: 15 May 2024
Updated: 14 July 2024
———Original titleSwede. Folk med ångest · 2019
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