Iris Murdoch is a more formal, polite Oscar Wilde. As such, her tone and humor are more subtle, but definitely still present. In this short novel, she tells the story of love gone awry. All over the place. In every way, in every manner, poor Martin Lynch-Gibbon has his life torn apart all for love. Of course, in my opinion, he somewhat brings this on himself. There are several particularly funny scenes, one in which he toasts his wife's engagement.

Highly recommended for those who love formal, cerebral humor. And if you enjoy this one, I suggest "The Sea, The Sea," which is Murdoch's best novel, in my opinion.

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