The Howling Miller by Arto Paasilinna

The Howling Miller

Arto Paasilinna

284 pages first pub 1981 (editions)

fiction contemporary challenging reflective medium-paced

Description

When Gunnar Huttunen turns up in a small village to restore a dilapidated mill, its inhabitants are instinctively wary. He's big. He's a bit odd. And he's a stranger. Everyone loves his brilliant animal impressions but these feelings soon sour whe...

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Community Reviews Summary of 125 reviews

Moods

adventurous 66%
emotional 66%
funny 66%
dark 33%
hopeful 33%
lighthearted 33%
reflective 33%
sad 33%

Pace

fast 66%
slow 33%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 66% | Character: 33%

Strong character development?

No: 100%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 50% | Yes: 50%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.63

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