Our books commentator,Sharon Feldt of Sulphur Springs, reviews the novel "A Man Called Ove" by Fredrik Backman. She calls the story about a grumpy, reclusive Swedish man a "charming read." Sharon says the novel shows how much impact each life has on many others. The story has also been developed as an award-winning movie.
'A Man Called Ove' Is A 'Charming Read'
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