BEAR TOWN. VOLUME 1

Discover a moving and insightful novel about the residents of a small town with big dreams and the price they have to pay to make them come true. Immerse yourself in the world of Bjornstad, where an old ice rink becomes an arena for young hockey players and their dreams rest on the shoulders of a handful of teenagers. Experience the emotions of the semi-final match day, which will forever change the life of a young girl and shake the entire community.

• Moving story about dreams and sacrifice.
• Insightful study of human characters and relationships.
• Engaging plot full of tension and emotion.
• Realistic picture of life in a small town.
• Universal message about hope, courage and the consequences of choices.
• First volume of the trilogy, which was made into an HBO series.

Fredrik Backman, a master of storytelling, takes us to Bjornstad, a town located deep in the forest, where hockey is more than just a sport. It is a symbol of hope and a chance for a better future for its residents. Kevin, Amat, Benji and the rest of the local junior hockey team are facing the chance to compete in the national semi-finals, and their success could change the fate of the entire town.

However, on the day of the semi-final match, a tragic event occurs that will forever leave its mark on the life of a young girl and plunge the community into shock and chaos. Accusations are made, and the residents of Bjornstad must face difficult choices and the consequences of their actions. In this story about a small town, Fredrik Backman has captured the whole world, showing the hopes, secrets and courage that an individual needs to go against the tide.

Backman is a true master who can insightfully analyze the human psyche and show the complexity of human relationships. His characters are expressive, full of flaws, and at the same time heroic. In this book, we find scenes that bring tears to our eyes, heartbreaking moments and moments of roguish humor. Bear Town is a novel about growing up, a study of morality, a critique of group thinking and an empathetic analysis of the fragile human psyche that will stay with us for a very long time. Marginesy Publishing invites you to read this extraordinary book, which will surely move every reader.

Bear Town is not only a novel about hockey, but above all about people, their dreams, fears and dilemmas. It is a story about how a small town can become an arena for great dramas and how important it is to remain true to your values in difficult times and not give in to the pressure of the environment. Fredrik Backman has created an unforgettable story that will surely remain in the memory of readers for a long time.