--- product_id: 259136155 title: "Anxious People: A Novel" price: "$42.89" currency: USD in_stock: false reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.ec/products/259136155-anxious-people-a-novel store_origin: EC region: Ecuador --- # Anxious People: A Novel **Price:** $42.89 **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Anxious People: A Novel - **How much does it cost?** $42.89 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ec](https://www.desertcart.ec/products/259136155-anxious-people-a-novel) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description An instant #1 New York Times bestseller, the new novel from the author of A Man Called Ove is a "quirky, big-hearted novel... .Wry, wise, and often laugh-out-loud funny, it's a wholly original story that delivers pure pleasure" ( People ). Looking at real estate isn't usually a life-or-death situation, but an apartment open house becomes just that when a failed bank robber bursts in and takes a group of strangers hostage. The captives include a recently retired couple who relentlessly hunt down fixer-uppers to avoid the painful truth that they can't fix their own marriage. There's a wealthy bank director who has been too busy to care about anyone else and a young couple who are about to have their first child but can't seem to agree on anything. Add to the mix an eighty-seven-year-old woman who has lived long enough not to be afraid of someone waving a gun in her face, a flustered but still-ready-to-make-a-deal real estate agent, and a mystery man who has locked himself in the apartment's only bathroom, and you've got the worst group of hostages in the world. Each of them carries a lifetime of grievances, hurts, secrets, and passions that are ready to boil over. None of them is entirely who they appear to be. And all of them--the bank robber included--desperately crave some sort of rescue. As the authorities and the media surround the premises, these reluctant allies will reveal surprising truths about themselves and set in motion a chain of events so unexpected that even they can hardly explain what happens next. Proving once again that Backman is "a master of writing delightful, insightful, soulful, character-driven narratives" ( USA TODAY ), Anxious People "captures the messy essence of being human....It's clever and affecting, as likely to make you laugh out loud as it is to make you cry" ( The Washington Post ). This "endlessly entertaining mood-booster" ( Real Simple ) is proof that the enduring power of friendship, forgiveness, and hope can save us--even in the most anxious of times. Review: Great gentle read - This story was just what I needed, funny, sad, human, interesting and a great story to the very very end. I really enjoyed that all the characters were just as valuable as each other with their own complete and complex stories. Review: *Actions & Consequences* - Well, I read and listened to this one, and it initially felt like a random farce with bit part actors. But when I took a step back, I realised there was much more to it. We have Jim, a police officer who didn’t want his son Jack to follow in his footsteps. However, Jack joined the force anyway. While it’s clear they love each other, there’s continued stress and irritation from Jack. They have their own story. On New Year’s Eve, an estate agent is hosting an open viewing. As the guests arrive, they’re met with a rather reluctant and accidental bank robber. This wasn’t the intention; the bank robber is going through heartbreak and a breakup. She’s at the end of her tether, which causes a desperate act that turns into more than anyone realises. As the strangers get to know each other, they start to bond. Each person is holding something within, and bit by bit, we get to hear about their backstories. Some of the stories were emotional, while others made me cry. I also laughed at some of the absurdity of what was going on, like the guy wearing a rabbit’s head. We learn that behind the facade, everyone is going through something. Some of the stories were relatable, and we see the very real and human side that we often conceal. At the end of the day, we learn that as humans, we all make mistakes. We need kindness and not judgement. Patience and love go a long way. This turned out to be a clever and moving story, cleverly woven despite the collection of characters. It didn’t feel crowded at all. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | 1,491,060 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) 73 in Humorous Fiction 130 in Literary Fiction (Books) 225 in Contemporary Fiction (Books) | | Customer Reviews | 4.2 out of 5 stars 90,785 Reviews | ## Images ![Anxious People: A Novel - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/810Bv9GAlNL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Media Language, Media Format** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great gentle read *by M***A on 31 July 2026* This story was just what I needed, funny, sad, human, interesting and a great story to the very very end. I really enjoyed that all the characters were just as valuable as each other with their own complete and complex stories. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ *Actions & Consequences* *by J***2 on 16 May 2025* Well, I read and listened to this one, and it initially felt like a random farce with bit part actors. But when I took a step back, I realised there was much more to it. We have Jim, a police officer who didn’t want his son Jack to follow in his footsteps. However, Jack joined the force anyway. While it’s clear they love each other, there’s continued stress and irritation from Jack. They have their own story. On New Year’s Eve, an estate agent is hosting an open viewing. As the guests arrive, they’re met with a rather reluctant and accidental bank robber. This wasn’t the intention; the bank robber is going through heartbreak and a breakup. She’s at the end of her tether, which causes a desperate act that turns into more than anyone realises. As the strangers get to know each other, they start to bond. Each person is holding something within, and bit by bit, we get to hear about their backstories. Some of the stories were emotional, while others made me cry. I also laughed at some of the absurdity of what was going on, like the guy wearing a rabbit’s head. We learn that behind the facade, everyone is going through something. Some of the stories were relatable, and we see the very real and human side that we often conceal. At the end of the day, we learn that as humans, we all make mistakes. We need kindness and not judgement. Patience and love go a long way. This turned out to be a clever and moving story, cleverly woven despite the collection of characters. It didn’t feel crowded at all. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A masterpiece *by K***R on 21 May 2026* Funny, dramatic, thoughtful and suspenseful. 10/10 A must read to everyone that enjoys a good story. 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