Reading list:

All The Light We Cannot See

All the Light We Cannot See 5 / 5 stars. The writing is so extremely vivid that it feels like you are right there, witnessing the trials of our innocent characters through war-torn Europe. Doerr’s narration builds their arcs and intersects their paths masterfully. The book had me so invested that I had to pause and catch my breath once I finished reading. Deserves all the praise it has received, and then some.

A Gentleman in Moscow

A Gentleman in Moscow 5 / 5 stars. Every page is a joy to read. The cover would have you believe it’s a story about nothing — some gentlemen trapped in a hotel. But the whole thing is so charming and charismatic that you can’t help but lose yourself between the pages. Take your time with this one. Like the Count, the book reminds you that in a life full of all-urgent endeavors it’s the frivolous things (like cups of tea, friendly chats, or leisurely enjoying a book) that deserve our attention.