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A heartwarming and uplifting comedy about a group of strangers that get caught up in an usual hostage situation.

The story centers around Zara, a stingy and troubled businesswoman who successfully runs a bank in an American small town. As she finds herself in the centre of a hostage situation on New Year’s Eve, an unexpected series of funny interactions makes her, the hostage taker, the other hostages as well as the policemen in charge – all connect and come to understand each other in new ways.

Ultimately Zara discovers the importance of compassion, human connection and second chances.

The Writer:

David Magee


The Author:

Fredrik Backman

A heartwarming and uplifting comedy about a group of strangers that get caught up in an usual hostage situation.

The story centers around Zara, a stingy and troubled businesswoman who successfully runs a bank in an American small town. As she finds herself in the centre of a hostage situation on New Year’s Eve, an unexpected series of funny interactions makes her, the hostage taker, the other hostages as well as the policemen in charge – all connect and come to understand each other in new ways.

Ultimately Zara discovers the importance of compassion, human connection and second chances.

The Writer:

David Magee


The Author:

Fredrik Backman