FEBRUARY Lisbon Book Club: A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman

Event Details:
🗓️ Date: February 20, 2026
🕓 Time: 17h (Duration is 90-120min)
📍 Location: Saldanha Residences--Food Court, Downstairs: Av. Fontes Pereira de Melo 42E · Lisboa

📚✨ Join us for our February Lisbon Book Club meetup on February 20th, 2026 at 17h (5pm), where we’ll read Fredrik Backman’s heartfelt and humorous novel A Man Called Ove.

At first glance, Ove is a grumpy, rule-obsessed curmudgeon with little patience for the world around him. But as his story unfolds, we discover the tenderness, loss, and quiet love that shape his life—and how unexpected friendships can change everything. 💙📖

🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Together we’ll explore themes of grief, community, resilience, and the surprising ways connection brings meaning back into our lives. Expect a discussion that is both heartwarming and tear-jerking, filled with laughter, reflection, and a reminder of the importance of small acts of kindness. ✨❤️

📚 Whether it’s your first encounter with Backman or a beloved reread, A Man Called Ove is sure to leave you smiling, crying, and thinking about the people who quietly change our worlds.

📆 Grab your copy, meet us on February 20th @ 17h, and let’s share this moving story together! 🌟

📚 Book Club Prep:
Whether you’re an ear reader (audiobooks 🎧), an eye reader (e-reader, phone, or digital copy 📱), or you love the feel of a physical book 📖—you’re welcome here!

*We encourage you to support local bookstores and libraries when possible. And don’t forget: someone in the group often has a physical copy they’re happy to lend once they’ve finished—so check in the WhatsApp group if you’re in need!

Agenda:
🕰️ Arrive a few minutes early to grab a coffee or snack from one of the many cafes and restaurants nearby (if budget and dietary restrictions allow).

👥 Gather as a large group for introductions, then break into smaller discussion groups for more personal conversations about the book.

📖 Book Discussion: Share your emotions, thoughts, and reflections on the story. SPOILERS WILL OCCUR—if you haven’t finished, no worries, just a heads-up!

🔄 Regroup to exchange key takeaways and insights from each group.

🍝 Optional dinner afterward at the Italian place upstairs—friends, partners, and loved ones are welcome to join! (RSVP IN WHATSAPP GROUP BY THURSDAY PRIOR)

Looking forward to a heartfelt, reflective, and enriching evening!

🫶🏼 Maggie
IG: @maggiegetsreal

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