A Gentleman in Moscow

Really enjoyable read, lovely characterisation. We trace the life of the Count over several years, all the while wondering where the book is leading us, if anywhere. Through the whole book I was waiting for some big thing to occur, and it never does until the very very end. That's not to say it's boring - there are plenty of little upsets and developments, and the Count reacts to them all in a delightful way. But there's no big bang. It's very lifelike and human, and there's lots of thoughtful reflection on the human condition, which feels sincere and sage, and really I think this is where most of the book's value lies for me. The ending is a bit rushed, and it's a shame we don't get to hear what happens to some of the characters. Worth rereading. Would recommend, glad I read it. But not one of those books that really affected me, just a really good book.