- “Baby Jane” by Sofi Oksanen: This novel tells the story of a young woman named Jane who falls into a world of sex trafficking in Helsinki.
- “The Year of the Hare” by Arto Paasilinna: This adventurous novel follows a man who abandons his life in Helsinki to embark on a journey with a wild hare.
- “Unknown Soldiers” by Väinö Linna: Set during World War II, this novel portrays the lives of Finnish soldiers fighting against the Soviet Union and their experiences in Helsinki.
- “Purge” by Sofi Oksanen: This gripping novel explores the lives of two women, one an Estonian victim of sex trafficking and the other a Finnish woman tied to her own haunted past, both set against the backdrop of Helsinki.
- “City of Light” by Laila Hirvisaari: This historical novel set in 17th-century Helsinki follows the story of a young woman named Magdalena as she navigates the trials of life and love.
- “Helsinki White” by James Thompson: A crime thriller, this novel delves into the dark underbelly of Helsinki as a detective investigates a series of gruesome murders.
- “Hell’s Angels” by Sinikka Nopola: Geared towards young readers, this novel tells the story of a group of teenagers in Helsinki as they uncover a mystery involving a biker gang.
- “The Street Sweeper” by Kaari Utrio: Set in 18th-century Helsinki, this historical novel follows the lives of two women from different backgrounds as their paths intersect on the streets of the city.
- “The Summer Book” by Tove Jansson: Although not strictly set in Helsinki, this beloved novel by Finnish author Tove Jansson takes place on an island near the city and captures the essence of Finnish summer life.
- “Stone Upon Stone” by Antanas Škėma: Though not centred solely in Helsinki, this multilayered novel follows the story of a Lithuanian immigrant making his way through various Finnish cities, including Helsinki.
WANDERLIST: Ten famous novels set in Helsinki
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