"The Explosion in Vyborg: A Historical Novel" by Santeri Ivalo is a fascinating chronicle of the life and death of the Finnish city of Vyborg during the Finnish war of 1944. The author describes in detail the events and vicissitudes of the life of the city's inhabitants, their struggle for survival and dignity, as well as the complex relations between different nationalities and armies. "Explosion in Vyborg" is a fascinating story about war, losses, faith and hope in the most difficult times.