Unleavened Bread


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(3.3 stars; 3 reviews)

Unleavened Bread by Robert Grant explores the complexities of ambition and social status through the lens of a businessman and his wife. As she seeks to climb the social ladder, her relentless pursuit of wealth and influence reveals the darker side of their marriage.

Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century society, the story delves into themes of greed, betrayal, and the sacrifices made in the name of success. Grant's narrative invites listeners to reflect on the moral implications of ambition and the true cost of social ascent.

With its rich character development and insightful commentary on societal norms, Unleavened Bread offers a thought-provoking examination of the human condition, making it a distinctive addition to the genre of general fiction.

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Book 1, Chapter 1 17:32 Read by Bellona Times
Book 1, Chapter 2 25:42 Read by Debra
Book 1, Chapter 3 18:40 Read by Debra
Book 1, Chapter 4 22:29 Read by Debra
Book 1, Chapter 5 21:43 Read by Debra
Book 1, Chapter 6 20:31 Read by Debra
Book 1, Chapter 7 25:04 Read by Debra
Book 1, Chapter 8 24:42 Read by Debra
Book 2, Chapter 1 22:33 Read by Debra
Book 2, Chapter 2 27:24 Read by Debra
Book 2, Chapter 3 24:42 Read by Debra
Book 2, Chapter 4 23:20 Read by Debra
Book 2, Chapter 5 21:27 Read by Debra
Book 2, Chapter 6 26:30 Read by Debra
Book 2, Chapter 7 20:51 Read by Debra
Book 2, Chapter 8 24:02 Read by Debra
Book 2, Chapter 9 22:04 Read by Debra
Book 2, Chapter 10 28:18 Read by Debra
Book 3, Chapter 1 21:34 Read by Debra
Book 3, Chapter 2 23:28 Read by Debra
Book 3, Chapter 3 30:01 Read by Debra
Book 3, Chapter 4 25:14 Read by Debra
Book 3, Chapter 5 26:14 Read by Debra
Book 3, Chapter 6 27:45 Read by Debra
Book 3, Chapter 7 21:29 Read by Debra
Book 3, Chapter 8 28:25 Read by Debra
Book 3, Chapter 9 29:18 Read by Debra
Book 3, Chapter 10 28:54 Read by Debra

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(3.5 stars)

Well read. An interesting period novel.