The Given Day (1999) by Dennis Lehane

The Given Day is a gripping historical novel set in Boston during the tumultuous summer of 1919, exploring themes of family, loyalty, and social upheaval.
Rating: 4.0
Genres Historical Fiction, Drama, Suspense
Original language: en
Stars
Danny Coughlin
Liam Coughlin
Angela Coughlin
Daisy
Officer O'Brien
African American labor activists
Creators
Dennis Lehane (author)
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