I love a sweeping family drama, so I was very intrigued by the description of this book. So glad I picked it up, because wow, it was powerful. Seeing the same event from multiple viewpoints was such a clever way to present this story. I found myself equally rooting for all the women, even when it seemed like a positive outcome for them would negatively affect another. The commentary relating to foster care and how much more we need to do as a society to support families will stick with me for a long time. Highly recommend this book.

I really liked this book! It was engaging from the start. I like multiple perspective books, and this one did a nice job balancing the narratives of these three women. I found that I was ultimately rooting for them all, even as I was frustrated with them at times. The story reads really quickly, but there's a lot of meat in there. A lot of things to think about, like what modern motherhood demands, the different approaches women take, and how so many people can fall through the cracks because there isn't enough support. But the narrative is never preachy! It's a "show don't tell" experience.

I feel like I'll be reading every Hadley Leggett book from here on out! Definitely an enjoyable, thought-provoking book, perfectly paced. And a perfect title!

"All They Ask Is Everything" by Hadley Leggett is a poignant and emotionally charged exploration of motherhood, sacrifice, and the unbreakable bonds that tie us together.

At the heart of the novel are three women—Hannah, Julie, and Elaine—whose lives intersect in unexpected ways as they navigate the complexities of parenthood. Leggett masterfully delves into the inner workings of each character's mind, revealing their fears, hopes, and deepest desires with empathy and nuance.

Hannah, a widowed mother, is determined to provide a better life for her daughters than the one she had. However, when a mistake lands her girls in foster care, Hannah's world is turned upside down, forcing her to confront her own limitations as a parent.

Julie, single and longing for a child of her own, finds herself drawn to Hannah's daughters after becoming a foster parent. As she forms a bond with the girls, Julie is forced to confront her own insecurities and fears, wondering if she is truly capable of being the mother they need.

Elaine, Hannah's mother, is grappling with feelings of rejection and abandonment after being shut out of her daughter's life. When she learns of her granddaughters' plight, Elaine sees an opportunity to make amends and forge a new connection with her family.

As the three women come together in their fight to keep the girls out of the foster care system, Leggett expertly navigates themes of forgiveness, redemption, and the power of unconditional love. Through moments of heartache and triumph, readers are reminded of the resilience of the human spirit and the transformative power of familial bonds.

With its richly drawn characters, evocative prose, and compelling storyline, "All They Ask Is Everything" is a captivating read that will resonate with readers long after they turn the final page. Leggett's poignant exploration of motherhood and sacrifice is sure to tug at the heartstrings of anyone who has ever loved and lost, reminding us that, in the end, all that truly matters is the strength of the bonds we share with those we hold dear.

Thank you to NetGalley, the author, and publisher for an advanced copy to review for my honest opinion.

This isn’t the type of book i would usually read, however, i am so glad i decided to step out of my comfort zone. What a debut to kick off the authors writing career.

It was beautifully written, heartbreaking, and weaved a complex story about family and parenting. It was told in three perspectives, but despite the, the story was easy to follow and it was clear who’s point of view we were reading from. This was absolutely brilliant and I’m excited to read what comes next from the author.

I really was draw to this book with the title and the impression the cover gives you. It fully reminded me of how my life is going at the moment, with everything full throttle and 160% being expected from you, at all times and your mind running frantic. I am so glad that made me jump for this book as it was such an excellent and well written read. It is easy to connect with and really think about the way things are going. I found the flow of the book was so good and I just sunk into it, really taking in what the author was saying. Genuinely excellent.

In this stunning debut, Hadley Leggett expertly weaves a story that captures the ups and downs, joys and sorrows, love and heartache that embody motherhood. The story unfolds through the lens of three different women at various ages and stages of life who only want to do what's best for two little girls. At its heart, the story delves into the mental and emotional complications of motherhood, especially the loss of identity many women grapple with after having children. However, Hadley Leggett doesn't give us a book filled with doom and gloom but the hope, strength, and power women find when fighting against all odds for the children they love. A beautiful story told at breakneck speed, All They Ask Is Everything is a must-read for anyone who has experienced the power of love amid loss and grief.

I really enjoyed this book. I felt that I cared so much about Hannah, Wren, Ivy, Elaine and Julie that I couldn’t put it down. A great insight into all is not what it seems and I would love to read more from this author.

I was hooked on All They Ask is Everything by the end of the first chapter. Due to their grieving mom's mistake, two young girls end up in foster care. They're taken in by a woman who wants to be a mom, and these girls are her first chance. A surprise visitor starts out as an adversary, but becomes an advocate. Naturally, the girls' mom is unhappy and resentful., until she realizes this is what needed to happen so she can get her life back under control. The whole book shows the good side of foster care, along with mentioning several times just how overloaded the system is, as are the people trying to work in it. It also shows that family is more than just the people you're related to by blood. Finally, while it's not directly mentioned, the mom comes across has undiagnosed bipolar disorder with mania and depression.

A lovely story about love and care, growth and self awareness.

Hannah with her undiagnosed depression and messy life. Julie with her desperate desire for a family. Elaine with her strong sense of righteousness. Three very different women circle around 2 children.

From the description, I thought most of the book would be about each woman trying to get custody of the children, but most of the book is just about the three adults, their backgrounds and how they grow to understand themselves. It's only right at the end that it pulls together into deciding who cares for the children. So the book is much more about personal growth than child custody. And that's a good thing :)

This is a beautiful book about motherhood. Wonderful characters on a difficult, soul-challenging journey. I felt as though I was living inside the book and wanted so much more of the world. The writing is clean, flows well, and is full of so many beautiful descriptions. Truly enjoyed this one!

I loved this book so much! All of the characters were extremely relatable, despite their flaws and complications. As a mother myself, I found so much in this story to discuss. It's a perfect novel for book clubs, parents, anyone dealing with the foster system, and readers interested in complex characters and relationships. I couldn't put it down!

Excellent story. The writing sucked me in. The topic is something I’m familiar with as a former foster mom with hopes of adopting. The author described the situations spot on. Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC.

Thank you NetGalley for the ebok in exchange for an honest review.

I think it took me a couple of chapters to properly get into this, but I really liked it. Heartbreaking book of a fictional story that shows many facets of life. Parenthood, mental health, grief, and relationships, along with how the involvement of social services can affect all of these facets.

Wren and Ivy were adorable characters and you feel for them both throughout the whole book. I also really enjoyed Anitha, she was a very good supporting character. All in all, really good for a debut!

Hadley Leggett's debut turns an honest, poignant, and tender lens on parenthood in its various forms. When overwhelmed Hannah leaves her young daughters unattended in a car while she pops into the supermarket, she and her kids are thrust into the world of DHS and foster care. And when foster parent Julie takes the girls in, Hannah and her estranged mother Elaine both want them back. But no one is a villain here, but rather three very different women struggling to do what's right.

At the root of Hannah's struggle is grief and pride, which is actually similar to her mother's journey and even Julie's. This book really rang true for me as a parent, and I recommend All They Ask Is Everything wholeheartedly.

A compelling read that depicts multiple perspectives on motherhood with honesty and emotional intimacy, All They Ask is a smartly written, relatable, and unexpectedly touching debut.

The kind of story that draws you in right away and stays interesting all along through deft use of multiple POVs that kept this reader wanting to know more. Enjoyable, heartwarming, and surprising. Brava on a terrific debut! If you enjoy a good complex mother/daughter story—complete with a bonus mom of a sort, no spoilers—I highly recommend this read.

A realistic look at motherhood and our limits as women as we balance societal expectations and our wants and needs versus those of our children. This story took unexpected twists and turns, keeping me glued to the page.

All They Ask is Everything by Hadley Leggett is an entertaining read for everyone. As a childless-by-choice mother of three fur babies, I wasn’t sure if I could relate to a novel about motherhood. But I was hooked from sentence one as Hannah navigates perilous debt while her sleeping little girl curls like a glowworm against her big sister’s chest. This is a novel with a tender heart and Hannah is a mom I can root for, even as I worry for her children’s welfare. My heart prepares for a major ache in Chapter 1, while Mommy, who’s “all better,” prepares breakfast for her two sweet girls. As the chapters alternate between three points of view, the tension builds until I’m turning pages faster than eating chips. This is a compelling, wise, and empathetic look at not just being a mom, but a woman. If you like tender stories about complicated characters in complicated situations, read this novel!

I knew from the description of this book that I would be drawn in, but I did not expect to find so much empathy for all three of the main characters. In All They Ask Is Everything, Hannah, Elaine, and Julie are all striving to show they are the best person to care for two little girls. The idea of these sweet children enduring so much upheaval as they navigate their grief and their mother's grief is absolutely heartbreaking.

It may be easy for many readers to judge Hannah, the mother who finds herself fighting to regain custody of her children, as she certainly makes big mistakes. But as the story unfolds, you may find that you can understand some of her struggles.

The author does an amazing job of showing the reader some of the impossibilities of the foster care system and that there is not always a simple answer for what's best for a child. If you love intricate stories that illustrate the difficulties of mothering, mental illness, and grief, get ready to enjoy this beautifully-written novel.

All They Ask Is Everything is a novel about parenting, love, and difficult relationships. I would give it a solid 3.5 stars. The author’s writing and character building is excellent. She conveys the intricacies of complicated personalities and relationships well in her writing. I enjoyed reading this book but the end was a bit too “fairy tale” for the complicated storyline. Based on how the characters were portrayed in the book, the ending was highly unlikely and, in all honesty, very unlikely if this case had actually gone to court. I do love a happy ending and if you are looking for a heartwarming story, this is a good one. If you prefer stories more true to life, I’d steer away from this one.