Bookshelf Treasures

Featured book: Anxious People by Fredrik Backman

Anxious People — Fredrik Backman
Humor, humanity, and shared imperfection

What begins as an ordinary apartment open house quickly turns into something completely unexpected when a desperate bank robber takes a group of strangers hostage. Trapped together are people who seem very different on the surface — a struggling couple, expectant parents, a lonely elder, a driven businesswoman, a real estate agent trying to hold everything together, and others each carrying private worries, disappointments, and longings.

As the hours unfold, the masks people wear begin to fall away. Hidden griefs, fears, regrets, and tenderness slowly emerge, revealing that none of them are quite who they first appeared to be. Even the bank robber is not simply a villain, but another human being searching for relief, connection, and hope.

With humor and deep compassion, Anxious People explores the beautifully messy reality of being human. It reminds us how often people are carrying invisible burdens, doing the best they can while longing to be understood. Through unexpected friendships and moments of honesty, the story gently points toward forgiveness, grace, and the healing power of connection.

For our circle, this novel offers both laughter and reflection as we explore imperfection, shared humanity, and the ways we sometimes rescue one another without even realizing it.

Tuesday, Nov 17, 2026

Time:  6:00PM - 7:30PM (Mountain Time)

Facilitated by Kaye Chatterton, Director of the CAW Wisdom Institute

Capacity: 15

We’ll be exploring a new book each month, with each session dedicated to a different title.

Next class: Tuesday, Dec 15, 2026

Title:  Still Life by Sarah Winman

Published: July 2021 Pages: 352

Email us with suggestions, croneawakeningwisdom.@gmail.com

Recommend purchase of used books from Ebay.com/ or your public library.