Name: Us Against You
SKU: 50558890
Price: 43.32 EUR
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Author: Backman, Fredrik ; Ireland, Marin
ISBN: 9781508251736

Type

Physical Book

Author

Fredrik Backman

Read by

Marin Ireland

Publisher

Simon & Schuster Audio

Language

English

Format

Audio CD

ISBN13

9781508251736

Synopsis "Us Against You "

From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Beartown and A Man Called Ove, hailed as “a writer of astonishing depth [with] the remarkable ability to make you understand the feelings of each of a dozen different characters” (The Washington Times), a heart-wrenching story of how loyalty, friendship, and love carry a town through its darkest days.After everything that the citizens of Beartown have gone through, they are struck yet another blow when they hear that their beloved local hockey team will soon be disbanded. What makes it worse is the obvious satisfaction that all the former Beartown players, who now play for a rival team in Hed, take in that fact. Amidst the mounting tension between the two rivals, a surprising newcomer is handpicked to be Beartown’s new hockey coach. Soon a new team starts to take shape around Amat, the fastest player you’ll ever see; Benji, the intense lone wolf; and Vidar, a born-to-be-bad troublemaker. But bringing this team together proves to be a challenge as old bonds are broken, new ones are formed, and the enmity with Hed grows more and more acute. As the big match approaches, the not-so-innocent pranks and incidents between the communities pile up and their mutual contempt grows deeper. By the time the last game is finally played, a resident of Beartown will be dead, and the people of both towns will be forced to wonder if, after all they’ve been through, the game they love can ever return to something simple and innocent. Us Against You is a declaration of love for all the big and small, bright and dark stories that form and color our communities. Compelling and heartbreaking, it’s a roller-coaster ride of emotions and a showcase for “Fredrik Backman’s pitch-perfect dialogue and unparalleled understanding of human nature” (Shelf Awareness).

Fredrik Backman

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Fredrik Backman is a Swedish writer internationally recognized for his novels full of humanity, humor, and emotion. Born on June 2, 1981, in Stockholm, Sweden, Backman has captivated readers around the world with stories that explore the complexities of everyday life, human relationships, and the search for meaning in an often chaotic world.

Backman's literary journey began with his work as a columnist and blogger, where his approachable and reflective style already resonated with his readers. His rise to fame came in 2012 with his debut novel, A Man Called Ove, which quickly became a literary phenomenon. The story of Ove, a grumpy widower with a big heart, has been translated into more than 40 languages and adapted into film several times, including the movie A Man Called Otto (2022), starring Tom Hanks.

Since then, Fredrik Backman has solidified his reputation as one of the most talented storytellers of his generation with works like My Grandmother Asked Me to Tell You She's Sorry (2013), Britt-Marie Was Here (2014), and Beartown (2017). His ability to address universal themes such as grief, loneliness, love, and belonging has made him an essential author for those seeking moving and meaningful reads.

In 2017, Backman published Anxious People, a dramatic comedy that explores the lives of a group of strangers caught in a peculiar incident. This novel, acclaimed by critics and readers alike, was adapted into a Netflix miniseries, further consolidating his influence in global literature and entertainment.

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