This book is a darkly comic thriller that delves into the life of a disillusioned English teacher living in Oxford. The protagonist finds himself embroiled in a web of deceit, adultery, and murder after becoming involved with the wife of a colleague. As events spiral out of control, the narrative takes readers on a twisted journey through the underbelly of academic life, exposing the petty vendettas and moral ambiguities of its characters. With sharp wit and a keen eye for the absurdities of human behavior, the story masterfully blends suspense with biting humor, revealing the darkly manipulative tactics people employ to achieve their desires.

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