First published 1959
As headmaster Victor Crabbe settles into his new post in Malaya, he finds himself entangled in a web of personal and political intrigue. Torn between his duties, his wife Fenella's growing discontent, and the alluring charms of a local beauty, Crabbe must navigate the complex social landscape of the colonial outpost. With wry humor and keen observation, this final installment in Burgess' Malayan Trilogy captures the clash of cultures, the strain of relationships, and the unsettling nature of expat life.
Genres: drama, literary-fiction, historical-fiction, 20th-century
Vibes: intimate, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: fish-out-of-water, love-triangle
Setting: Malaya
Period: 1950's
237 pages · Hardcover · William Heinemann Ltd