Britt-Marie was here
a novel
Readers rate it 4.1 (241 on Hardcover)
324 pages · Released 2016 · Atria Books
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Fredrik Backman's *Britt-Marie Was Here* is a heartwarming character-driven novel about an older woman finding purpose and community after a painful life change. The story centers on kindness, belonging, and personal growth, making it suitable for thoughtful young readers, though some references to adult themes (infidelity, occasional profanity) warrant a mature 10+ audience. The book is ultimately uplifting and celebrates the strength found in unexpected friendships and second chances.
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Britt-Marie is a socially awkward, fussy busybody who is used to being organized. When she walks out on her cheating husband and gets a job as caretaker of the dilapidated recreation center in Borg, she is woefully unprepared for the changes. But as she takes on the task of leading the supremely untalented children's s... Britt-Marie is a socially awkward, fussy busybody who is used to being organized. When she walks out on her cheating husband and gets a job as caretaker of the dilapidated recreation center in Borg, she is woefully unprepared for the changes. But as she takes on the task of leading the supremely untalented children's soccer team to victory, she just might find a place she belongs.
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- Neighbors
- Life change events
- Conduct of life
- Neighborhoods
- Soccer stories
- Fiction
- Soccer teams
- Women coaches (Athletics)
- Small cities
- Friendship
- Runaway wives
- Women
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ISBN 9781501142536 · Atria Books