The Good Soldier

The narrative unfolds through John Dowell, who recounts the unraveling relationships between two couples, intertwined with themes of death and madness. His unreliable perspective challenges readers to question the authenticity of his account and his involvement in what he calls "the saddest story ever told." The story's non-linear structure adds complexity, inviting deeper reflection on the nature of truth and perception within the intricacies of love and betrayal.