malinowy 's review for:

Moominpappa's Memoirs by Tove Jansson

3.0

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Of all the Moomin books I've read, this is my least favourite. It's not a bad book, it just doesn't have the same charm the others do. Maybe it's because I've always been fond of the younger characters reading about Moominpappa wasn't that interesting to me. Yes, there are some amazing adventures in this book and the way it explains the families and relationships of the characters is hands down the best part of the story. However, young Moominpappa as a character is at times annoying, having such a high opinion of himself. I think the biggest thing to take out of this book is to dare to dream and go on adventures and have fun - which, given I read it during one of the best trips abroad I've had, is very appropriate.