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384 pages • first pub 2014 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9781455542178
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Publisher: Grand Central Publishing
Publication date: 11 July 2017
The Secret Diary of Hendrik Groen is a heartwarming and hilarious tale that will delight readers who cherish stories about the power of friendship, the beauty of finding joy in life's simple moments, and the unbreakable spirit of those who refuse to let age define them.
Description
A #1 international bestseller in the vein of Fredrik Backman's A Man Called Ove: a funny and tender-hearted tale about friendship, love, and an old man who is young at heart. Technically speaking, Hendrik Groen is....elderly. But at age 83 1/4, th...
Community Reviews
Moods
funny: 83%
emotional: 69%
lighthearted: 55%
reflective: 53%
sad: 49%
hopeful: 38%
inspiring: 27%
relaxing: 19%
adventurous: 8%
challenging: 6%
informative: 5%
dark: 3%
Pace
Plot or character driven?
Strong character development?
Loveable characters?
Diverse cast of characters?
Flaws of characters a main focus?
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Dementia, Suicidal thoughts, Chronic illnessModerate
Death, Suicide, Child deathMinor
Islamophobia, Racism, Xenophobia
384 pages • first pub 2014 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9781455542178
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Publisher: Grand Central Publishing
Publication date: 11 July 2017
The Secret Diary of Hendrik Groen is a heartwarming and hilarious tale that will delight readers who cherish stories about the power of friendship, the beauty of finding joy in life's simple moments, and the unbreakable spirit of those who refuse to let age define them.
Description
A #1 international bestseller in the vein of Fredrik Backman's A Man Called Ove: a funny and tender-hearted tale about friendship, love, and an old man who is young at heart. Technically speaking, Hendrik Groen is....elderly. But at age 83 1/4, th...
Community Reviews
Moods
funny: 83%
emotional: 69%
lighthearted: 55%
reflective: 53%
sad: 49%
hopeful: 38%
inspiring: 27%
relaxing: 19%
adventurous: 8%
challenging: 6%
informative: 5%
dark: 3%
Pace
Plot or character driven?
Strong character development?
Loveable characters?
Diverse cast of characters?
Flaws of characters a main focus?
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Dementia, Suicidal thoughts, Chronic illnessModerate
Death, Suicide, Child deathMinor
Islamophobia, Racism, Xenophobia