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Named one of the New York Times “Readers’ Choice: Best Books of the 21st Century,” and now adapted as a Paramount+ with Showtime series starring Ewan McGregor as Count Alexander Rostov, this bestseller has captivated more than two million readers worldwide.

From Amor Towles, the acclaimed #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Lincoln Highway and Table for Two, comes an enchanting and unforgettable novel about a man sentenced to spend the remainder of his life inside an elegant hotel. In 1922, Count Alexander Rostov is judged as an unrepentant aristocrat by a Bolshevik tribunal and sentenced to permanent house arrest inside the luxurious Metropol Hotel, located directly across from the Kremlin. Accustomed only to privilege and ease, Rostov, an educated, witty, and spirited man who never previously worked a single day in his life, must now reside in a small attic room while dramatic changes sweep through Russia outside the hotel’s walls.

Surprisingly, the count’s limited surroundings allow him to discover unforeseen emotional depth, meaningful friendships, and a newfound appreciation for life’s purpose. Rich with humor, captivating characters, and beautifully crafted scenes, this remarkable novel follows Count Rostov on his journey toward embracing what it truly means to live a purposeful life.