Certainly a unique take on the theme, but undeniably on point!
Not being from anywhere within the vicinity of Finland I suspect there were plenty of references that were over my head, but the story of rural communities annexed into the tax base of urban centers, with zero benefits to show for it years later, transcends national boundaries (my childhood was spent in just such a community incorporated into a greater municipal area and the VNs closing images were chillingly relatable).
The prose is quick and effective, the characterization of the main characters/administrative divisions is well conveyed, and the mid 00s vibes are solid. An overall enjoyable and entertaining project, and it taught me a bit of Finnish urban history and municipal law trivia which I will definitely never need, but which is still nice to know!