A Man Called Ove

Well, If you have been impacted by suicide / attempts at suicide, this can be a very tough read. I don't know how long it will take for this topic to quit feeling too soon for me, but I'm not there yet.

That being said, this novel was so well written and the audio book narrated by JK Simmons was perfection. Ove is a character straight out of my family, set in his ways, dedicated, hard working , thoughtful, no filter, gruff and loving all at the same time. You know, the Swedes.

This novel is about love, loss, integrity and being a self made man. It's about marriage and the loss of the love of your life. It's about neighbors and chosen family. It's about humility and letting go of being right. It's hilarious, touching and heartbreaking.