My Grandmother Asked Me to Tell You She's Sorry

sonibookoroni shared a tip "Wow, this is my first FB book, and I am in awe of how amazing, moving, and relevant this book is. I picked it up because the cover and title intrigued me, as I never had any kind of relationship with my grandparents. I felt perhaps reading about it I could somewhat understand what it is like to have an ever present and involved grandparent. I got what I asked for and then some. The way that in this book the fairytales told to Elsa, a 7 year old are linked to real people in her life and their reasons for being and that in turn relates to real life lessons; FB is a genius and I am definitely hooked on his writing now. Most importantly this book reinforces just how incredibly important stories are and how they have the power to not only help people through their worst times but bring about understanding and intersection between the same."

jennifer_johnston_7706 shared a tip "This book is Hilarious, sad, touching, and very well written. It’s better than an ice cold beer on a hot summer day! This is a book you will want to read twice!! Luv luv and luv this author!"

grace_schmitt shared a tip "This book was beautiful and just what I needed after losing both my grandmothers this past year. So well written, truly a masterpiece puzzle that comes together little by little with all its bits and pieces. Completely immersive and wise. I’d recommend it to everyone I know, especially those struggling with grief 🤍"

s_young_7966 shared a tip "I bought this book on a whim, and it did not disappoint. The whole book I was on the edge of my chair. This book reminded me how amazing children can be. It was written so well that I was able to see the whole book as a movie."

riley_jane_8098 shared a tip "This was a freaking roller coaster of emotions . It was hilarious, then really depressing, then really happy, then dramatic, it was just really beautiful. All the characters represented different things and had there own backgrounds and stories it was just really interesting. And I may or may not have sobbed over certain chapters..❤️📖"

cj_b shared a tip "Bear Town by the same author. I really enjoy his writing style. I'm trying to branch out and always open to suggestions if you have any."

gracey_7037 shared a tip "I wish that there was a ok button cause I didn’t dislike it but I didn’t love it either but it was still good. U know what I mean?"

dennise_loofbourrow shared a tip "Not at the moment, but I love almost all of Garth Stein. Simone St. James is a great read for a good “ghost story” that you usually can’t guess."

loki_odins_son shared a tip "This book hit really close to home since my grandfather died recently and this book left me in tears. It has such great messages and I love how it had humor along with sadness. It's honestly such a beautifully written book, with the most heart moving stories"

vianey_ramirez_7489 shared a tip "This book had me laughing out loud throughout. The lessons on life, connection and the love between a child and her grandmother are beautifully written. If you liked “A Man Called Ove”, you will love “My Grandmother Asked Me To Tell You She’s Sorry”"

amy_pritchett_1195 shared a tip "I love Fredrick Backman and this is such a wonderful heart warming story about embracing those who are different but in a good way"

kelsey_moon shared a tip "The narrator’s POV isn’t consistent with the thoughts of a girl her age. Even if she is advanced..the story would have made more sense if told by an adult remembering her childhood. Overall I disliked this book. A lot of unnecessary details. Too long. A bit predictable. I felt like the author was trying a bit too hard to be clever."