A Gentleman in Moscow

Witty, charming, and somehow profound in its own simple nature. I relished the depth of character detail and how characters of the book remained true to their depictions throughout. Certainly changes occurred which is part of the wonder of the book - to feel yourself attached to the Metropol, clinging to all that was held dear about an age long passed while seeking to grapple with the challenges and changes of a new day. Perhaps what is most stirring about the book are the many moments in which you are caused to stop and ponder questions bigger than yourself, often in tandem with the Count himself as he reflects on a deceased sister, a reinvented nation, and a life filled with providential “unexpectancies”.
I am not a Russian history major, but to journey through these pages is to walk in the shoes of a man firmly vested in the honor of mother Russia while admiring and appreciating all that is good in other cultures.
Overall, a highly enjoyable read which had me vested in the Count's story from the very opening court scene.