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acciolostgirl's review against another edition
5.0
This book hit my heart so unexpectedly, the more I read the more I adored. At times it felt amusing, sorrowful, informative and perhaps most importantly, utterly delightful.
jmrhike's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
4.0
athosmata's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
4.75
ednurse's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
brenda8's review against another edition
3.0
Everytime I opened the book, I had the feeling I needed to check my posture. I'm thankful for that, but unfortunately I was not part of the group that absolutely loves this book. It was interesting, but dragging a little too much in certain parts. But I'm certainly in the minority.
walium's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.25
michaelpdonley's review against another edition
5.0
A gentleman under house arrest in a luxury hotel in Moscow for nearly 40 years as the world around him experiences war and political changes seems like it may be a little dull. But the protagonist is so fascinating, and the cast of characters who surround him are so compelling, it's a quiet but delightful ride. And the crescendo at the end pulls us into thriller material as all of the plot threads squeeze together. Highly recommended.
yelizaveta_a's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
czarnola's review against another edition
3.5
Well, it was a good, solid read. It had well-developed characters and vivid descriptions of the atmospheric hotel. The pace was incredibly slow, but the inner monologue of the protagonist somehow made the plot seem engaging. In general I think that this book would have made a very comforting read during the covid pandemic, but I'm still wondering why all the chapter titles started with the letter a (at least in the Polish edition).