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Gater jeg har levdEn hverdag i Oslo rundt r 2000: vaske seg i vann fra en btte om vinteren. stjele strm fra naboen med en skjteledning tredd gjennom et hull i ytterveggen. ruse seg sammen med foreldrene sine. Bli fratatt barndomshjemmet, trave gatelangs i kulda, alltid skitten, konstant p jakt etter et sted sove. Gater jeg har levd er en fortelling om skammen ved mangle det grunnleggende og samtidig holde sammen i beinhard familielojalitet. Nikolai Torgersen

En hverdag i Oslo rundt år 2000: Å vaske seg i vann fra en bøtte om vinteren. Å stjele strøm fra naboen med en skjøteledning tredd gjennom et hull i ytterveggen. Å ruse seg sammen med foreldrene sine. Bli fratatt barndomshjemmet, trave gatelangs i kulda, alltid skitten, konstant på jakt etter et sted å sove.

Gater jeg har levd er en fortelling om skammen ved å mangle det grunnleggende og samtidig holde sammen i beinhard familielojalitet. Nikolai Torgersen reflekterer klokt om arvelig fattigdom, utenforskap og sykdom i et språk som er like energisk og springende som det er velformulert. Det handler om hvordan det faktisk er å lære seg å svømme på egenhånd, og om en skapertrang som gjør det mulig å bryte ut av et helvete.

«Røsker tak i deg. En oppvekstskildring uten sitt like i norsk litteratur. (...) Skildringen av hovedpersonens år som hjemløs rusmisbruker, og den fornedrende opplevelse av hele tiden å måtte tigge seg til et sted å sove for natten, glemmer jeg aldri. (...) Nikolai Torgersen skriver rett frem og konkret, samtidig som han fortløpende reflekterer over hva han forteller. Romanen er en slags folkelivsskildring fra et sosialt lag de aller færreste av oss noen gang kommer i kontakt med. (...) «Gater jeg har levd» er ingen perfekt eller flink bok. Men den røsker tak i deg, og du slipper ikke unna!» Sindre Hovdenakk, VG (Terningkast 6)

«Nikolai Torgersen kan mer enn å male. Debutboken hans er forbløffende god. Sjelden har jeg støtt på en så stødig debutantstemme. (...) Gater jeg har levd beviser at det er langt mer ved Torgersen enn en trist barndom. (...) maken til velformulert debutant skal man lete lenge etter. (...) Gater jeg har levd er en helt usedvanlig debut.» Anne Cathrine Straume, NRK (Terningkast 5)

«... en knallsterk livsskildring. (...) En helt unik skildring av en oppvekst fylt av fattigdom, rus og hjemløshet i et stadig mer velstående Norge. (...) Jeg kan ikke huske å ha lest like intense skildringer av å flakke omkring i Oslo og søke tilflukt i rus for å glemme livet man lever.» Marius Wulfsberg, Dagbladet (Terningkast 5)

«Hvitglødende memoarer fra kunstsensasjon. Nikolai Torgersen skriver rystende godt om sex, rus, psykiatri og en ekstremt traumatisk oppvekst. (...) Det finnes ingen sval avstand, alt brenner. Til tider er det så man mister pusten. (...) Til tross for all lidelsen, er «Gater jeg har levd» påfallende blottet for selvmedlidenhet. Nikolai Torgersen viser seg snarere som en skarp og perspektivrik analytiker, som både kan problematisere sin egen rolle som «leverandør for voyeurismen som skriker etter påfyll» - og løfte sin besynderlige livshistorie til et punkt hvor den avdekker noe sentralt om klasse, rang og samfunnsinstitusjoner i det nyliberale Norge.» Leif Bull, Dagens Næringsliv

«Med distanse og tindrende klare setninger, fortalt fra hodet via kroppen, tenker han rundt kunst, om lojaliteten og kjærligheten til sine foreldre, filleproletariatet som ingen, som ikke har opplevd selv, forstår at finnes i rike Norge (...) Det unge talentet fra fattige kår, som beskriver en virkelighet de færreste lesere av litteratur har noen som helst erfaring med, forvalter en enorm kraft ved å fortelle sin virkelighet på helt egne vilkår.» Hilde Slåtto, Vårt Land

«Nikolai Torgersens debutbok er hudlaus, eg er mållaus. (...) Torgersen har eit rikt og nyansert, og liksom klokkeklart språk, som dreg lesaren inn, det er vanskeleg å legge boka frå seg. (...) Han skildrar det lågaste, det uslaste, på ein så open, uklanderleg litterær måte ... (...) Av og til er det fint å få språk for erfaringane. Takk. Med den briljante og usentimentale pennen til Torgersen blir Gater jeg har levd til ei stor, sterk og uunnverleg lesaroppleving.» Ingvild Bræin, Dag og Tid

«Denne bokas styrke er at den omhandler et liv preget av fattigdom, rusproblemer og psykiske lidelser uten å bli sentimental. Det er til dels ganske drøye ting som beskrives, men fortellerstemmen kaver seg sjelden opp, det er mer som om den observerer alt utenfra og katalogiserer inventaret i den fattige hverdagens generelle elendighet.» Espen Grønlie, Bokvennen Litterær Avis

«Han skildrer med et glødende nærvær en uvanlig tøff oppvekst, og senere et omflakkende og utrygt tidlig voksenliv, preget av omsorgssvikt, rus, fattigdom, kriminalitet og psykiske problemer. Det er brutalt, men blir aldri bittert, kanskje takket være Torgersens plutselige og spektakulære kommersielle gjennombrudd som billedkunstner. Den personlige beretningen, full av hårreisende episoder og hjerteskjærende detaljer, byr også på spiss analyse av det norske klassesamfunnet sett helt nedenfra.» Leif Bull, Dagens Næringsliv

208 Seiten, Softcover

Hersteller: H Aschehoug & Co W Nygaard AS, Sehesteds gate 3, 0164 Oslo, Norwegen, [email protected]

In der EU niedergelassener verantwortlicher Wirtschaftsakteur: Scanvik ApS, Prøvensvej 27, 2610 Rødovre, Dänemark, [email protected]

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Ariel
Carnegie, US
★★★★★ 3
Not a bad start
Format: Kindle
3 stars Thank you Netgalley and Briar Boleyn for the ARC! A camelot/king Arthur retelling with fae. I was hooked by the idea of this book immediately and was eager to jump into this world. • slow burn • enemies to lovers • who did this to you Morgan Pendragon watched her mother die by her father's hand when she was just eight years old, hiding under the bed. Morgan is believed to have the tainted blood of the fae in her veins and is cast aside so that her fathers illegitimate son, Arthur, can become the king. She's seen his cruel treatment of the fae firsthand, so when he sends her on a journey to find a fae weapon she seizes the opportunity to do more with her life. Along the way, she finds more than she could have imagined. I don't know a whole lot about King Arthur and Camelot but I had a lot of fun with this story! The plot has some similar tropes to popular romantasy books (From blood and ash) but there's enough originality here that it doesn't feel like I'm reading a copy. I liked how the fae were different in appearance than what is typical in most fantasy books I've read. In this book they have blue hair, violet skin and a wide range of other characteristics. I thought that the world building was easy to follow and I could easily immerse myself into this world. After reading the blurb I kept wondering when she was going to go on the journey to find Excalibur and it doesn't happen until around the 45% mark. The story is a bit slow at times but starts to pick up once they begin their journey to find Excalibur. The John Wick style Inn was a fun concept that I enjoyed reading about. There are a lot of similarities to this and FBAA and I would have liked to have it be a little more different, but I'm hoping book two will have the story turn into something of its own. Overall I enjoyed reading this story and I'm looking forward to reading book two especially after that ending.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 27, 2023
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❈ Elizabeth ❈ | Breakawayreads
Dallas, US
★★★★★ 5
Fallen Angels, fae, vampires, oh my!
Format: Kindle
Rating: 4.5 | Spice: 2 (but a good slow-burn) • Main Characters: Huntyr and Wolf • I couldn’t wait to read this book; there was so much hype about it! And there was no doubt why. I fell in love with the characters and the plot itself. This book is mainly plot driven more than friction driven but it’s easy to follow along with. The characters are fun, easily understood. The main setting is at an academy where both the main characters are going through trials and building strength for the final test, The Transcendent. There are fantastic side characters as well. I loved the camaraderie between Huntyr and her friends. But we don’t like Lanson. 😆 We do have some plot twists that come into play throughout the book. Secrets and betrayal to be seen. I did adore Wolf and Huntyr’s relationship. It was a classic slow burn trope. They didn’t hit it off fast, but in time their feelings grew. I loved their banter, so sexy. Wolf is your next book boyfriend; Huntyr is your next vampire assassin independent bad-a*s female. Themes include loyalty, trust, self-discovery, a true slow burn romance. Side note: book ends on a angsty cliffhanger! • Emily, thank you for writing this awesome novel and I cannot wait to devour Book 2, Blood So Brutal! 😍 • Happy reading, my lovelies! xo
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Reviewed in the United States on January 21, 2024
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MelsABookworm
Lexington, US
★★★★★ 4
“My heart bows to you and you only, Huntress.”
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3.5 🌟 This book popped up in my KU recommended reading suggestions and the synopsis sounded like what I was in the mood for. I'm so glad I took a chance on it. I went into this knowing absolutely nothing about it and ended up really liking it. I love when this happens. The main characters are likeable and I easily found myself rooting for them. There is a mystery element to each of their backstories that I enjoyed watching unfold and can't wait to get more of. Wolf, in particular, has me fixated. Love him. I found this to be an entertaining, addictive read with a plot that moves along at a good pace. It reads so easily I found myself very reluctant to put it down. Lots of twists and turns and the angst is there. A good set up for the next book to come, for sure. My issues with this book....the dialogue feels a bit juvenile at times and there is a repetitive over use of a particular word phrasing that I found myself giving the ole eye-roll to. There are, without a doubt, some pretty cliche moments that gave me a bit of the cringe. I think this could've certainly 100% benefited from more depth regarding the world building. Perhaps the world building was sacrificed to keep the pacing quick? Just a guess. Also, the lack of consistency of character for the FMC was really evident and so she feels quite illogical at times. Overall, this was a fun and enjoyable read that hit the spot well enough for me. That ending certainly has me impatiently pining for book 2!
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Reviewed in the United States on June 18, 2024
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Bozeman, US
★★★★★ 3
Interesting take on the genre
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True rating: 3.25 ⭐️ I enjoyed the fresh take on the genre. The best way I could describe the setting and world is an apocalyptic dystopian version of Farie where vampires, fae, and angles struggle to survive in what is left of the world. It was definitely interesting throwing the academy/hunger games aspect into this world as well. Even though I guessed the final reveal early on in the book, I kept hoping I was wrong, and it would take a surprising turn. While the "plot twists" were a bit predictable to me, I still enjoyed the ride this book took me on. Another downfall for me was the plot holes in the world building... I.E. if society has fallen and the world is in the aftermath of war, how are there trains running around the world? Just to take young adults to the trials to get into the golden city? How is the train maintained, the tracks clear, etc? However, I did enjoy the FMC & MMC and thought they were fleshed out nicely. I also enjoyed the side characters but wish some were developed more like Ashalin (sp?). I do find myself rooting for the MCs to succeed and find happiness together, which is obviously an important aspect for romantasy. Overall, was this an earth-shattering, mind-bending, terrific piece of literature? No. But was it the worst thing I've read this year? Also, no. This book has, to me, the bones of a great read & just needs a bit more to push it from an alright book to a great book. Overall ratings: Plot- 3.5⭐️ World building 3⭐️ Spice 2.5 🌶🌶 Main characters 4 ⭐️ Supporting characters 3.5⭐️
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Reviewed in the United States on May 12, 2024
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Irene zamora
Bozeman, US
★★★★★ 5
great book
Format: Kindle
I am really excited to meet the author at the book retreat this month. I really enjoyed this world that she built and most of the female main character Huntress is so awesome. She goes through a lot in this book and the ending; wow! I wouldn't have even guessed. I highly recommend everyone to read this book. I have been so lucky this year that almost all the books I have read have been, so far, 5 out 5 stars.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 2, 2026

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