First published 2004
Seeking refuge from a meaningless life, Querry arrives at a remote African leper colony, hoping to lose himself among the afflicted. But the colony's cynical doctor, who has also lost his way, refuses to let Querry hide. As the two men confront their spiritual crises, a dangerous power struggle erupts, threatening the fragile peace of the colony. In this gripping tale of isolation and redemption, Greene masterfully explores the search for purpose in a godless world.
Genres: fiction, 20th-century, contemporary, psychological-thriller, africa, architecture
Vibes: atmospheric, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: fish-out-of-water, redemption
Setting: Seedy Coastal Town
Period: 20th Century
Paperback · Penguin Books
Content warnings: mental-illness