When living there, Stevenson wrote the beach of Falesa, a thriller about the rivalry between the white protagonist, a newcomer copra trader, and a colonial of t

When living there, Stevenson wrote the beach of Falesa, a thriller about the rivalry between the white protagonist, a newcomer copra trader, and a colonial of the old guard who has become somewhat of a cult leader on the island. It's a short read, but exciting, and still feels very modern. There's a touching love story in the background between the trader and his native wife, that feels fresh and open-minded and gives the story more color than for example the oppressive sickness and despair of the more famous Heart of Darkness, which is also a novella that essentially develops the same themes. I'd recommend Stevenson. Dr Jekyll and Mr Hide is still a great mystery, ideal for that lazy afternoon on the beach.