"Jim of Hellas, or Tortured in Prison: Troubles at the Pool of Bethesda" is a fascinating historical novel by the famous American writer Laura Elizabeth Howe. The book is offered to the Ukrainian reader in a translation that accurately reproduces the language and atmosphere of the original. In this fascinating book, the author tells the story of a young American who finds himself in a prison on the island of Hyrk, located in the Mediterranean Sea. The main character, Jim, is forced to survive in harsh prison conditions and is looking for an opportunity to escape. Due to his ingenuity and curiosity, he decides to find a way out, even when everything seemed hopeless. An exciting plot, lively characters and unexpected twists and turns make this book an exciting read for adventure lovers. "Jim of Hellas, or Tortured in Prison: Troubles at the Pool of Bethesda" is a work that will leave a mark on the reader's heart and make one think about the strength of the human spirit in the face of trials.