The End of the Affair by Graham Greene
Set in London during and just after World War II, the novel revolves around a love affair between Maurice Bendrix, a writer, and Sarah Miles, the wife of a civil servant. The story is narrated by Bendrix, who is obsessed with Sarah and hires a private investigator to follow her when he suspects she's having another affair. The novel explores themes of love, hate, and the existence of God, with Sarah's faith playing a significant role in the narrative.
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- 4th on The Greatest 20th Century Novels (Waterstone)
- 22nd on 100 Best Novels in English Since 1900 (Counterpunch)
- 31st on The 100 Greatest British Novels (BBC)
- 409th on Our Users' Favorite Books of All Time (The Greatest Books Users)
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