Mercy

In Mercy, best-selling author Jodi Picoult delves into the intricate themes of love and moral dilemmas. Set in the picturesque town of Wheelock, Massachusetts, police chief Cameron McDonald's life is upended when his distant cousin Jamie arrives with his deceased wife's body, confessing to a mercy killing. As Cam grapples with his duty to the law and familial loyalties, the arrival of Mia Townsend threatens to complicate his marriage further. Picoult masterfully captures the nuances of passion and obligation in this gripping narrative.