Our Daily Bread
Our Daily Bread
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2011
Book Brief
312
Novel • Fiction
The God-fearing North • Contemporary
2011
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Inspired by real events, Lauren B. Davis’s historical novel Our Daily Bread (2011) tells the story of the Erskine and Evans families living on North Mountain, Nova Scotia, facing severe hardships such as physical abuse, incest, and psychological torture. Despite differences, friendships form and moral lines blur, all against a backdrop of a judgmental and hypocritical community.
Challenging
Dark
Melancholic
Contemplative
Emotional
Reviews & Readership
1,075 ratings
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Review Roundup
Lauren B. Davis' Our Daily Bread has been praised for its compelling portrayal of a tight-knit community grappling with hidden darkness. Reviewers commend its vivid characterizations and engrossing plot yet note a sometimes slow pacing. The novel's empathetic exploration of human frailty resonates strongly, making it an impactful read despite occasional narrative lulls.
Who Should Read Our Daily Bread?
Fans of character-driven, gritty contemporary fiction like The Glass Castle by Jeannette Walls or Olive Kitteridge by Elizabeth Strout will appreciate Our Daily Bread by Lauren B. Davis. Ideal for readers interested in complex family dynamics, community struggles, and redemptive narratives.
1,075 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
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312
Novel • Fiction
The God-fearing North • Contemporary
2011
Adult
18+ years
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