Under "Under the Volcano"

What a book club we are! We proved Weds. night that we are ready to meet any challenge. And, Lowry's book is quite a challenge. Most of us actually finished the book. Whew! And, the ones that did not, will endeavor to reach the end.
Many wonderful descriptions of Mexico in the book and, especially, the best description of what goes on inside the mind of an alcoholic...a very bright but, destructive alcoholic (is there another kind?).
Under the Volcano is on every best books list. Because it tries? Because it is a one-of-a-kind? Because it will make book clubs read it?
One reviewer describes the book as "dense". That is an understatement. I ached for a break in the chaos. Any small slice of comedic relief would do...but, no...his slide to enivitable death is ongoing and he takes us along for the dizzying ride.
I wonder if the Morning Book Club will climb out from under and want to discuss this book? I will let you know...