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Heartfelt Novel Inspired by Love and Alzheimer's Battles

4/17/2025

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In northern Sweden, 89-year-old Bo shares his days with his loyal dog, Sixten, while his beloved wife, Fredrika, battles Alzheimer's in a nursing home. This poignant reality inspired Lisa Ridzén's debut novel, "When the Cranes Fly South," which has resonated with readers, selling over 190,000 copies and earning "Book of the Year" at the Gothenburg Book Fair.

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Story summary

In northern Sweden, 89-year-old Bo shares his days with his loyal dog, Sixten, while his beloved wife, Fredrika, battles Alzheimer's in a nursing home. This poignant reality inspired Lisa Ridzén's debut novel, "When the Cranes Fly South," which has resonated with readers, selling over 190,000 copies and earning "Book of the Year" at the Gothenburg Book Fair.