Astrid and Veronika | 
 enlarge | Author: Linda Olsson
Publisher: Penguin (Non-Classics)
Category: Book
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Rating:  19 reviews
Sales Rank: 27318
Media: Paperback
Pages: 288
Number Of Items: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.4
Dimensions (in): 7.5 x 5 x 0.7
ISBN: 0143038079
Dewey Decimal Number: 823.912
EAN: 9780143038078
Publication Date: February 6, 2007
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Condition: May have some marks or highlights.
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Product Description
With extraordinary emotional power, Linda Olsson s stunningly well-crafted debut novel recounts the unusual and unexpected friendship that develops between two women. Veronika, a young writer from New Zealand, rents a house in a small Swedish village as she tries to come to terms with a recent tragedy while also finishing a novel. Her arrival is silently observed by Astrid, an older, reclusive neighbor who slowly becomes a presence in Veronika s life, offering comfort in the form of companionship and lovingly prepared home-cooked meals. Set against a haunting Swedish landscape, Astrid & Veronika is a lyrical and meditative novel of love and loss, and a story that will remain with readers long after the characters secrets are revealed.
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 A Prose Poem in Praise of Friendship March 25, 2007
The Rev Marie Swayze (USA)
11 out of 16 found this review helpful
Having seen a review of this book in the New York Times, I could not resist purchasing this book by an author whom I did not know because the brief story line offered and the cover, showing the hands full of wild stawberries, drew me on. From the first words, inviting me into the world of Astrid and Veronika, I knew there was a splendid, most beautiful truth about to be told in these two lives. Friendship in its most selfless state and expression is the truth told in words that flow and touch as poetry. I hope this work brings much pleasure and resonance to men and women in all cultures. The Rev. Marie Z. Swayze +
A Beautiful Book April 1, 2007
Ellen L. Johnson (Oakhurst, NJ United States)
8 out of 13 found this review helpful
This story was mesmerizing from page one for me. It is the story of a friendship between Astrid and Veronika in its most altruistic state. The gentleness in which each woman listened carefully to the other was captivating. It is a beautiful story of a loving friendship that will bring you to a special place which makes you feel really good. I cannot stop thinking of this story. This is a special read and perhaps a movie may come from it.
quiet and compelling March 26, 2007
Love to shop (Minnesota)
7 out of 12 found this review helpful
A great change from lots of the pop lit thats been circulating lately, this book was engrossing and beautifully written. Seldom lately have I read something that has taken me to a place -- which this did.
ExcellentSpeaking of Faith
Great Book! October 21, 2007
B. Holland (Denver, CO)
2 out of 3 found this review helpful
This book was recommended to me by a friend who happens to be Swedish. It is a subtle, gentle and surprising book with a slow yet compelling pace. It was a breath of fresh air, and I was able to read it on one sitting!
Beautiful Love Story March 20, 2007
Johnette S. Seibert (Mineral Wells, TX United States)
7 out of 14 found this review helpful
This should be an all-time best love story. Granted it is not the traditional story of romance, but rather of love and humanity. I don't want to give the plot away, but if you are looking for an inspiringly hopeful and wonderfully joyful book, look no farther!
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