Sotavangit Suomessa 1941-1944 dokumentteihin perustuva teos sotavankien käsittelystä Suomessa jatkosodan aikana

The reviews offer very few positive remarks about the book, with one reviewer noting that the basic factual information presented is relatively acceptable. Beyond this singular point, there are no other aspects explicitly praised by the reviewers.

However, the criticisms are extensive and severe. Reviewers frequently describe the book as exceptionally bad and annoyingly boring, citing an overuse of direct quotes from archive documents that hinders readability and makes the prose feel heavy. Significant concerns are raised regarding the author's research methodology, specifically the absence of source references for many claims, which are perceived as the author's subjective interpretations rather than objective facts. The book's credibility is further undermined by what reviewers identify as clear political sympathies and a discernible ideological alignment, leading to biased historical writing. Critics argue that the author's strong condemnations of historical Finnish actions, such as the treatment of prisoners of war or decisions concerning specific ethnic groups, lack proper context and display erroneous conclusions. One reviewer also finds the book inferior to other existing works on the same subject. The most extreme criticism points to the book's final pages, where an outlandish comparison is drawn that, in the reviewer's opinion, completely discredits the work.

In conclusion, the reviews overwhelmingly portray the book as deeply flawed, lacking in academic rigor, objectivity, and balanced historical interpretation. While it may contain some foundational facts, its methodology, conclusions, and perceived political bias render it largely unreliable for those seeking an accurate and balanced historical account. The book might appeal to readers who share the author's specific political leanings or those interested in controversial, ideologically driven interpretations of history, even if they are prepared for a challenging and often frustrating reading experience.