The narrative in this compact novel is sharply satirical, extremely funny and moves swiftly. Believing that his father has asked him to locate Sara, absent from home for two days, Max Saul sets off on his errand. Max doesn't usually bestir himself for others, or indeed himself; but Sarai is special and Max needs to find her..Soon, however, Max is diverted from his mission by sundry acquaintances and possible friends. The need to find Sarai is periodically ...
