Mercy by Joan Silber
In 1970s East Village, Ivan and his friend Eddie experiment with heroin; after a medical emergency one night, Ivan leaves Eddie in a crowded ER. That single act of abandonment haunts Ivan for decades and quietly alters the lives of others connected to that night. The novel follows a cast of characters over time, exploring guilt, responsibility, and how one choice can ripple through a community.
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- Published
- 2025
- Nationality
- American
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- Pages
- 256
- Original Language
- English
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- 84th on The Greatest Books of 2025 - Honorable Mention (The Greatest Books)