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My Friends by Fredrik Bachman — Review
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My Friends by Fredrik Bachman — Review

My Friends by Fredrik Backman is a deeply emotional contemporary novel about grief, friendship, art, and the kind of bonds that shape us long after adolescence. Following Louisa, a grieving teen who inherits a painting that ties her to the artist’s past, the book unfolds into a dual-timeline story filled with heart, trauma, and unexpected connection. This spoiler-free review breaks down the themes, characters, and why this might be Backman’s most moving work yet—plus CAWPILE ratings, FAQs, and book club questions.

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Razorblade Tears by S.A. Cosby - Review

Razorblade Tears by S.A. Cosby - Review

Just finished Razorblade Tears and I’m not the same person I was before.
S.A. Cosby crafts a story that’s equal parts heart-wrenching, high-octane, and deeply human.
It’s a revenge story—but it’s also about grief, growth, and grappling with what it means to truly love someone.
If you’re a thriller fan, you need this one. If you’re not… this might convert you.

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