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This is the story of a Russian count who returns to Russia after the revolution and is sentenced to house arrest in the Hotel Metropole. The count is a wonderful character and the writing is done in a very lighthearted style that makes for a very pleasant read. There isn’t a complicated plot - the book details his life over the next 40 years or so and the characters he meets. I suspect the reality of living in Moscow during these years was significantly more horrible than this book suggests, which is my only criticism. You will also learn a bit of Russian history as you read this but this is nicely blended into the narrative.

lrosenberg32's review against another edition

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challenging informative reflective slow-paced

4.0

cthonautical's review against another edition

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1.0

This is why I hate historical fiction almost always. They never include the actual history in it.

Also, I dont like how this book tries to say it's nutritious when it's all empty calories.

celestinehe's review against another edition

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slow-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character

4.5

bobbysea_411's review against another edition

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emotional funny hopeful informative inspiring reflective medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.75

lilbt2003's review against another edition

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slow-paced

2.0

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