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A review by emziesreads
Small Mercies by Dennis Lehane
dark
emotional
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
A great example of how crime writing can be a "trojan horse" to explore issues of race and prejudice. Highly recommend.
Graphic: Drug use, Hate crime, and Violence