I remember very little of The Stranger, so I honestly don't know how this compares. But it is an intensely psychological novel, rife with beautiful dedcriptions. This was given as a college graduation gift, and I am glad, almost seven years later, that I did read it.

An exceptional , if at times confusing read.. Camus explores a subject that is rarely discussed in contemporary media and although the advice offered up by Mersault's experience is, obscure at best, the exploration itself is a freeing exercise.
If you are experiencing or have experienced a mid life crisis recently, go into this with an open mind and you will find that Camus has some interesting insights to offer.

Book #19 of Book Riot Challenge 2018: "A book published posthumously"
A theme that seems so complex was elegantly written, comforting and trying. Being something that I've had on my mind a lot lately, it was very much needed.