"Tenderness" is a work by the recognized Ukrainian writer Serhiy Zhadan, which has gained immense popularity among readers. In this book, the author tells a story about love, war, loss and hope in the conditions of modern Ukraine. The main character, who is trying to find a way to avoid the war, finds his dead father's favorite book, which begins to draw better and deeper thoughts. "Tenderness" is not only a story about the search for inner harmony in the conditions of surrounding chaos, but also a deep analysis of Ukrainian society, with its joys and difficulties. In this book, Serhii Zhadan successfully combined the psychological depth of the characters with the socio-political context, creating an impressive work that leaves the reader with a lasting feeling of sadness and hope at the same time.