Dennis Lehane: The Given Day: A Novel

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The Given Day: A Novel

Set in Boston at the end of the First World War, New York Times bestselling author Dennis Lehane’s long-awaited eighth novel unflinchingly captures the political and social unrest of a nation caught at the crossroads between past and future. Filled with a cast of unforgettable characters more richly drawn than any Lehane has ever created, The Given Day tells the story of two... (read more)

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“I don't have enough words to say how wonderful this book is! Every reader should have one book that they can give more than 5 stars too--this would be the one I select.

It is the epic story of the 1919 Boston police strike, but more importantly tells the story of Danny, a Boston police officer and Luther Laurance, a black man forced to hide in Boston. The writing is superb, the story flows effortlessly. Dennis Lehane gives a picture of life in Boston at the time that is obviously...”

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