The story takes place in the 20th century, during the Great Patriotic War, in the city of Leningrad. The main character is a young man named Ivan, who is the son of a hanged traitor. He lives in a world where everyone around him is against him because of his father's past. The plot of the book 'Сын палача' revolves around the main character Ivan, who is struggling to find his place in a world that is against him due to his father's past as a traitor. The story takes place in Leningrad during the Great Patriotic War, and it explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and redemption. Ivan, the protagonist of the novel, is the son of a hanged traitor, and he is constantly reminded of his father's actions by the people around him. Despite this, he strives to prove himself as a loyal citizen and a worthy member of society. However, his efforts are met with suspicion and hostility from those who know his father's history. As the war rages on, Ivan finds himself caught up in a web of lies and deceit. He becomes embroiled in a complex network of relationships with other characters, each with their own secrets and motivations. Throughout the novel, Ivan grapples with the question of whether he can ever truly escape his father's shadow and earn the trust of those around him.

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