by Leif Enger
First published 2001
When their eldest son Davy kills two intruders in self-defense, the Land family is thrown into turmoil. Davy escapes custody, and the Lands set out on a journey to find him, encountering strangers both kind and cruel. Led by their father Jeremiah, whose faith in the miraculous is unshakable, the family faces threats and setbacks, all while grappling with the consequences of Davy's actions. Through it all, they discover that the true test is not the pursuit of Davy, but the discovery of peace within their hearts.
Genres: literary-fiction, contemporary, family-drama
Vibes: intimate, lyrical, thought-provoking
Tropes: found-family, redemption
Setting: Minnesota
320 pages · Paperback · Atlantic Monthly Press