Small Mercies – Dennis Lehane (Ukrainian Hardcover, 2024)

Small Mercies is a gripping crime thriller set against the simmering tensions of 1974 Boston. The story follows Mary Pat, a mother living in an insular Irish-American enclave. Her life spins into chaos when her teenage daughter fails to return home—and on the same night, a Black man is discovered dead beneath subway tracks under mysterious circumstances. Though initially appearing unrelated, these two events are chillingly linked.

Driven by despair and determination, Mary Pat embarks on her own investigation, which leads her straight into the dangerous orbit of Marty Butler—the ruthless head of the local Irish mob, who does not tolerate interference. With atmospheric prose, Lehane weaves a complex tapestry of revenge, family dynamics, racial injustice, and the layers of hidden power that define the city and those who want to silence the truth.
This Ukrainian hardcover edition was released by Клуб Сімейного Дозвілля (KSD) in 2024 as part of the CULTREAD series. It spans 368 pages, measures 135 × 205 mm, and weighs approximately 315 g, with a sturdy hardcover format and no illustrations.