I'm not posting a review as I've run out of steam, but this is an old favorite that I enjoy rereading around Christmas time.
I read it for:
Book: Read a book set in Russia, by a Russian author, featuring a story within a story (like a Russian “matryoshka” doll), or featuring a character who is a mother.
And with that, I am ending my participation in the 24 Festive Tasks for this year. I will post a final update after I sleep for a bit.