A review by wilde_read
Henderson the Rain King by Saul Bellow

adventurous funny hopeful reflective fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

An entertaining romp through a fictional Africa. I read a different book by Bellow that was a bit above my intellect. This work is more accessible and is a better introduction to his work. I could compare the humor to Richard Russo. Bellow's work doesn't show up on many lists these days, which is unfortunate, because his writing is sound.
The story is adventurous and engaging, written in first-person, that will have you wondering until the final chapters how it will all wrap up.