The story of Scobie, the unlikely hero police officer in Sierra Leon. It is a hot humid, fly ridden novel, plenty of violence and adultery: everything that makes Graham Greene a great worth reading author.

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I thought this was a tremendous book, and the first I had read by Graham Greene. I had heard he wrote poetry, and I would say this was poetry in prose. It was a little tough to get into to start, perhaps because it takes place in the '40s in a faraway, unknown place (unknown to me at least) but once the story got under way, I finished it in no time.

Great book to have discussions about, such as in a book club that focuses on philosophy, life, God and personal responsibilities to others.

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A in-depth look into one man's most inner struggles! This book is absolutely masterfully written and full of rich content. If you love Graham Greene, you'll love this book!

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Deeply moving story in a fascinating setting, and the writing is superb.

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Graham Greene's masterpiece.

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