From Amazon: In 1922, Count Alexander Rostov is deemed an unrepentant aristocrat by a Bolshevik tribunal and is sentenced to house arrest in the Metropol, a grand hotel across the street from the Kremlin. Rostov, an indomitable man of erudition and wit, has never worked a day in his life, and must now live in an attic room while some of the most tumultuous decades in Russian history are unfolding outside the hotel’s doors. Unexpectedly, his reduced circumstances provide him entry into a much larger world of emotional discovery.

Readers that enjoy the Historical Fiction genre will more than likely devour this book. While not exactly a lesson in early 20th century Russia, the humor and philosophical wisdom that fills the pages give the reader a good look into the past.

A Gentleman in Moscow is full of rich details that pulled me into the setting. I could clearly visualize the Metropol and its colorful cast of characters. The charming protagonist, Count Alexander Ilyich Rostov, recipient of the Order of Saint Andrew, member of the Jockey Club, Master of the Hunt, maintains a sense of optimism and decency throughout his lifelong confinement that I envy.

I can't think of anything that I did not like about this book.

After finishing A Gentleman in Moscow I spent a good hour reflecting on why I felt sad to say goodbye to the Count. This is a book that I will revisit in the future. With a glass of perfectly paired wine, of course.

A Gentleman in Moscow has an emotionally satisfying ending.

Amor Towles has a gift for turning a phrase. I drove my family mad by quoting exquisitely written passages.

Beautifully written
Stunning setting
Vibrant characters
Unexpected twists
Satisfying ending
Full of intrigue, drama, wit, adventure, and culture

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