A Gentleman in Moscow

Exceedingly charming. The adventures of Count Alexander Rostov who is sentenced to life-long house arrest in the Hotel Metropol in Moscow. We get hints at the revolutions happening outside during early and mid 19th century Russia, while experiencing the count's life of culture and friendship and strange encounters inside the hotel. Beautiful language, and the charms of a character who can live life to his fullest even while restricted to a small space. I had some issues with the ending (forced insert of some action?) and it never felt like I was curious about what would happen next. Language was clearly superior to plot. Light but such delightful entertainment.