Thalia Book Club: Amor Towles "A Gentleman in Moscow" by Amor Towles

Thalia Book Club: Amor Towles "A Gentleman in Moscow"

Elegance trapped in words, time, and wit

Written byAmor Towles
Length1h33m
Release dateApril 20, 2017
LanguageEnglish
★★★☆ 3.9 (1 ratings)

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AuthorAmor Towles
NarratorLiesl Schillinger, Boyd Gaines
Runtime1h33m
PublishedApril 20, 2017
Rating★★★☆ 3.9 / 5 (1 ratings)
CategoriesBiographies & Memoirs, Art & Literature, Authors
FormatAudiobook (Digital)
PlatformAudible

About This Audiobook

Amor Towles’ *A Gentleman in Moscow* isn’t just a novel—it’s a masterclass in atmosphere, where the weight of history bows to the grace of a single man’s defiance. Set in the Metropol Hotel, the story follows Count Alexander Rostov, sentenced to lifelong house arrest for the crime of being a gentleman in revolutionary Russia. But Rostov’s confinement becomes his canvas: he forges friendships, falls in love, and outwits the Soviet regime with the precision of a chess grandmaster. Towles’ prose sparkles with period detail, but it’s the wit and resilience of the Count that lingers. The audiobook’s 90-minute runtime distills this richness into a punchy, immersive experience—perfect for listeners who crave literary depth without the slog. Liesl Schillinger’s conversational framing pairs seamlessly with Boyd Gaines’ velvety narration, which gives Rostov’s voice the gravitas of a man who’s seen empires rise and fall.

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Editor's Review ★★★☆

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I expected *A Gentleman in Moscow* to be a stuffy period piece, but Towles’ wit and Gaines’ narration turned it into a delightful escape. Gaines’ voice is a revelation—smooth as aged whiskey, with a cadence that makes even Rostov’s mundane observations feel regal. The opening chapters drag slightly, as if the Count is settling into his new life with the deliberation of a monarch arranging his crown jewels, but once the rhythm locks in, the story hums. Schillinger’s interjections as interviewer add a layer of intimacy, as if you’re eavesdropping on a salon chat rather than listening to a recorded discussion. My only gripe? The abrupt 20-minute runtime cuts off just as the Count’s story gets its most compelling twist. Production-wise, the audio is pristine—no distracting breaths or clipping—but the brevity feels like a tease. Still, for those who love literary fiction with a side of charm, this is a gem worth savoring.

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