Borrowed Matches by Maia Lassil is a classic Finnish novella that tells the story of a young girl who works as a governess for a large family. The heroine, occupied with service and a sense of devotion, faces loneliness and emotional distress. Her life is turned upside down when she makes a dangerous detour in an effort to find a way out of the problems that infuriate and throw her off balance. This work by Maya Lassila impresses with its simplicity, depth and emotional intensity, leaving the reader spellbound and thoughtful.