The Gambler and Other Stories (Бедные люди / Игрокъ / Хозяйка) vs The house of souls — Which Should You Read First?

Both The Gambler and Other Stories (Бедные люди / Игрокъ / Хозяйка) and The house of souls are beloved by readers. Here is what RateYourReads readers say about both, plus similar books you might enjoy.

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