This novel centered on a naive, privileged American who begins his career as a diplomat in the Saigon of the 1960s is a winner from every point of view. Not only does it paint a fascinating portrait of a life spent in international diplomacy, but it also delivers the moving, intelligent story of a man who comes to doubt the most signficant personal and professional choices of his adult life. You can see the Monitor's full review of "American Romantic" here.