Giant's Bread: A Positronic Book

Bys: Christy, Agatha and Westmacott, Mary

A powerful work of psychological fiction, Giant's Bread reveals a strikingly different side of Agatha Christie, writing under the name Mary Westmacott.

Far removed from detective fiction, this emotionally driven novel explores artistic ambition, personal sacrifice, and the complex inner lives of men and women striving to define themselves in a demanding world. At its center is a gifted composer whose creative genius collides with love, marriage, and the quiet pressures of social expectation, forcing difficult choices that shape every relationship around him.

Rich in psychological depth and character-driven drama, Giant's Bread is a classic of women's fiction and early twentieth-century literature, examining how creativity can both inspire and consume. Christie's prose is intimate and perceptive, capturing the emotional costs of ambition with empathy and insight, and offering a nuanced portrayal of marriage, identity, and self-realization.

Praised for its seriousness and emotional intelligence, this novel appeals to readers who value introspective literary fiction, psychological novels, and stories focused on the inner conflicts that define a life. It is an excellent choice for libraries, book clubs, and readers seeking a thoughtful, emotionally resonant alternative to Christie's mysteries.

Giant's Bread stands as a testament to Agatha Christie's remarkable range-a compelling, human story of creativity and consequence that continues to speak powerfully to modern readers.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1515469336
• ISBN13: 9781515469339
• Release Date: January 2026
• Publisher: Positronic Publishing
• Length: 342 Pages
• Weight: 1.38 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"