The Unjust Steward; or, The Minister's Debt

"The Unjust Steward; or, The Minister's Debt" by Mrs. Oliphant is a poignant story set in the late 1800s that follows Reverend George Buchanan and his family in St. Rule as they wrestle with debt and its impact on their lives and their community. Through the eyes of the reverend's children, Elsie and Roderick, the story reveals the family's financial strain and the moral tightrope they walk as they try to manage their obligations. The novel explores how money shapes relationships and challenges the characters' values, creating tension and conflict as the Buchanan family faces tough decisions that test their principles and their bonds with each other.