Misery Bay: And Other Stories from Michigan's Upper Peninsula

by Lauri Anderson

Poignant stories about the Finnish-American people who live in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Including some characters from Heikki Heikkinen and Chldren of the Kalevala.

Genres: Short Stories

160 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2002

Reviews

[Stephanie · Rating 1 out of 5]

This was one of the worst collections of short stories I have ever had the displeasure of reading. I recently moved to the Western side of the Upper Peninsula from Northern Wisconsin, and I for the life of me cannot fathom how the "Yooper" stereotype is anything to be proud of. This book is an insult to every resident of the UP. I can't believe that anyone would waste there time writing such drivel.

[Catherine Yezak · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a fantastic book. Especially if you are at all related to or familiar with the people in the UP. I felt like I was listening to coversations (tall tales) told by my Uncles and mother from their life in the UP. I can even place most of the stories. It was like coming home!

[Dave · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very charming collection of short stories focused on Finns in the U. P. There is a nice variety of characters and subject matter, and I really enjoyed them as they reminded me of many of my relatives and friends from the U.P.