Troll: A Love Story
Troll: A Love Story
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2004
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
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Magical Realism•
RomanceHelsinki, Finland • 2000s
2004
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In Troll: A Love Story, Johanna Sinisalo explores the life of a photographer living in Finland who discovers a young troll. This unusual relationship impacts their life significantly, blending folklore with modern life. The narrative delves into themes of desire, nature, and human-animal connections.
Mysterious
Fantastical
Contemplative
Melancholic
Romantic
Reviews & Readership
5,850 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Review Roundup
Troll: A Love Story by Johanna Sinisalo offers a unique blend of fantasy and social commentary, engaging readers with its imaginative premise and exploration of human-animal dynamics. Positive reviews highlight its original concept and character depth, while critiques mention pacing issues. Overall, it's praised for creativity and thought-provoking themes.
Who Should Read Troll: A Love Story?
Readers who enjoy Troll: A Love Story by Johanna Sinisalo likely appreciate intricate narratives combining fantasy and reality, with themes of unconventional love and societal satire. Fans of Neil Gaiman's American Gods or Haruki Murakami's Kafka on the Shore would find this book engaging for its blend of magical realism and social commentary.
5,850 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
278
Novel • Fiction
•
Magical Realism•
RomanceHelsinki, Finland • 2000s
2004
Adult
18+ years
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