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My Grandmother Asked Me to Tell You She's Sorry

11 minFredrik Backman

What's it about

Ever felt like an outsider, misunderstood by everyone except that one special person? This story is a heartfelt journey into how the craziest, most unconventional love can be our greatest superpower, teaching us to embrace our quirks and find our own fairy tale in the real world. You'll follow seven-year-old Elsa as she embarks on a treasure hunt designed by her eccentric, dying grandmother. This magical quest forces her to connect with the oddball neighbors her grandmother wronged, uncovering a secret world of bedtime stories that are more real than she ever imagined. Discover how forgiveness, courage, and a little bit of madness can build bridges and create a family in the most unexpected of places.

Meet the author

Fredrik Backman is the New York Times bestselling author of international phenomena like A Man Called Ove, whose works have sold millions of copies and been translated into over forty languages. A former columnist and blogger, Backman honed his unique voice by writing about the ordinary, often humorous, frustrations and joys of everyday family life. This keen observation of human relationships and intergenerational bonds provides the heartfelt foundation for his stories, brilliantly capturing the magic and wisdom found within the seemingly mundane.

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What's it about

Ever felt like an outsider, misunderstood by everyone except that one special person? This story is a heartfelt journey into how the craziest, most unconventional love can be our greatest superpower, teaching us to embrace our quirks and find our own fairy tale in the real world. You'll follow seven-year-old Elsa as she embarks on a treasure hunt designed by her eccentric, dying grandmother. This magical quest forces her to connect with the oddball neighbors her grandmother wronged, uncovering a secret world of bedtime stories that are more real than she ever imagined. Discover how forgiveness, courage, and a little bit of madness can build bridges and create a family in the most unexpected of places.

Meet the author

Fredrik Backman is the New York Times bestselling author of international phenomena like A Man Called Ove, whose works have sold millions of copies and been translated into over forty languages. A former columnist and blogger, Backman honed his unique voice by writing about the ordinary, often humorous, frustrations and joys of everyday family life. This keen observation of human relationships and intergenerational bonds provides the heartfelt foundation for his stories, brilliantly capturing the magic and wisdom found within the seemingly mundane.

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