The beautiful new novel that will make you laugh and cry, from the internationally best-selling author of "Unsettling People" and "A Man Named Ove".

"An impressive, emotionally charged, exceptional story of connection, love, and the indelible bonds that guide and shape us. Full of humor and heart, 'My Friends' is simply wonderful" – Chris Whitaker

* SUNDAY TIMES AND NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER ** WINNER OF THE GOODREADS CHOICE AWARD FOR BEST FICTION 2025 ** NOMINATED FOR THE AMAZON BEST FICTION BOOK OF 2025 ** AN AUDIBLE BEST LISTEN OF 2025 ** BARNES AND NOBLE NATIONAL BOOK CLUB SELECTION *

"You have to take life for granted, the artist thinks, the whole thing: sunrises and slow Sundays and rain showers and the breath of another person on your neck. That is the only brave thing someone can do."

In the corner of a famous painting, three small figures sit at the edge of a pier, a secret hidden in plain sight. Fifteen years ago, a group of teenagers found comfort in each other during an unforgettable summer. Their friendship inspired a transcendent work of art, a painting that now mysteriously belongs to eighteen-year-old aspiring artist Louisa.

Driven by her desire to learn the story behind its creation, Louisa sets out for the coastal town where it all began. But as she approaches the birthplace of the painting, Louisa learns that happy endings do not always look as we expect.

Friedrick Buckman returns with an unforgettable, funny, and deeply moving story of four teenagers whose bond is so strong it changes the life of a complete stranger years later.

Readers can't get enough of "My Friends" . . . (***** five-star ratings)
"It was perfect. I have no other words to describe this masterpiece. Like, what the heck have I been doing all these years??"
"I haven't read such a genuine, heartfelt, awkward, simple, clever, emotionally heavy friendship story in a long time."
"Is it too early in the year to pick my favorite read of 2025? I don't think so, as this will be hard to top."
"Buckman remains my ultimate favorite."
"Absolutely stunning and beautiful ... I loved, loved, loved this book."

Pages: 448, Year of Publication: 0122, Dimensions: 13x13cm