A Gentleman in Moscow

by Amor Towles

With so little to do and all the time in the world to do it, the Count’s peace of mind continued to be threatened by a sense of ennui—that dreaded mire of the human emotions.

Nina is so determined, I fear that the force of her convictions will interfere with the joys of her youth.”

If you are ever in doubt, just remember that unlike adults, children want to be happy.