I received an ARC of this novel from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.

After his wife and daughter were murdered, a man finds love again but there are complicated secrets that must be revealed.

Finding Grace is a heart tugging and at times heart breaking story by Loretta Rothschild. An emotional story for the characters but also for the reader. The author does such a wonderful job of conveying the feelings of the characters so that I felt them too. You will love Honor, Tom and Grace as you get to know them.

A raw but genuine story that gives hope to while never forgetting the loss one can overcome tragedy and love again. A story that cannot help but impact the reader.

This book was just ok for me. I’m not particularly interested in books where women lose their minds when they can’t conceive. That’s definitely my fault for not reading the description better before requesting this (it was a rec from a booktok-er). Obviously many people love it, so don’t let my review sway you. Pregnancy/fertility is just an ick for me.

this one was heartfelt and really reflective. I love the mother and daughter relationship. Good dialogue and really touches you

I am so impressed with the debuts coming out right now and Finding Grace is another riveting family drama mashed up with a solid romance.

This book started with a very shocking bang and I think readers should actually go into this story a bit blind which is what I did and I was so surprised by some of the plot turns.

The characters are well developed, the exploration of grief and moving on after unimaginable tragedy was executed well and appropriately. I really gravitated to the themes surrounding motherhood and how complex this identity truly is.

I can see this being picked up by a celebrity bookclub we shall see.

Finding Grace by Loretta Rothschild is a heartfelt journey of self-discovery, resilience, and love. The story follows the protagonist through a series of challenges and personal growth, with Rothschild’s writing shining in her ability to make the characters feel real and their struggles deeply relatable. I found myself rooting for Grace as she navigated life’s complexities, and the emotional depth of her journey left a lasting impression.

What stood out most to me was the way Rothschild skillfully balances moments of intense emotion with quiet, introspective scenes that allow the reader to reflect alongside the characters. The pacing was generally smooth, and the ending was both satisfying and thought-provoking.

I’m giving Finding Grace 4 out of 5 stars. While I thoroughly enjoyed the book and felt connected to the characters, I did find some parts of the plot predictable, and at times, I wished for a bit more tension or surprise. Nevertheless, it’s a touching and well-crafted read that I’d recommend to fans of emotional, character-driven stories.

Finding Grace completely knocked the wind out of me. I only just finished it, so I'm still processing, (and I think I will be for awhile) but I'm absolutely certain that people will be calling this one of the best releases in 2025. I love seeing a novelist go big and swing for the fences in their debut, and Loretta Rothschild absolutely hit a homerun.

Finding Grace felt like being hit with a gut punch. I won't give spoilers, but anyone who has ever dealt with fertility challenges, love after loss, that unique pain of unfinished business, or the ache of time slipping away will feel this deeply. Rothschild dissects sorrow and pain at the atomic level, and she does it without ever veering into corniness or sappiness.

Loretta Rothschild is a name to watch -- whatever she writes next, I'll be reading.

So heartbreakingly beautiful. I love that it’s told from the perspective of Honor , Tom’s late wife. Such a tragic love story.

I cannot believe I almost passed up the opportunity to read this ARC. It is not my typical read, but I could not stop reading it, and when I did I couldn’t stop thinking about it. The book description does not give much so I will not either, but I will say this is a one of a kind story that had me both rooting for the characters’ happy endings while simultaneously chastising and shaking my head at their poor decision making. Finding Grace is a story about love, living with grief, and discovering who you are when you’re forced to start over.

I’m legitimately torn between four and five stars for Rothschild’s debut novel, but I know for certain that I’m excited for her next one! The premise of the book is SUCH a novel idea that could’ve come across as gimmicky and ill-contrived in less capable hands. Rothschild makes it work beautifully and you’re hooked from the first chapter. The story unfolds quickly in some parts and slows down dramatically in others, which only amplifies the feelings of love and loss…and love. Even though I wanted to strangle Tom more times than I can count, this novel is absolutely worth the read!! One day, half stars will exist; this is an easy 4.5 stars.

Honor and Tom, with their daughter Chloe, have a traditional Christmas in Paris at the Ritz. Honor has had 5 miscarriage's but is still consumed with having another child. Honor and Tom's last words were unkind and then he loses both Honor and Chloe. I really liked how the deceased Honor narrated the story. It gave readers a chance to learn about her background and her relationship with friends and family. Honesty and trust are valued in this story as well as what happens when you betray that trust. Wonderful characters and twists and turns throughout the book.

Finding Grace had my full attention from the very first paragraph. It’s been some time since I finished a book in such a short time. I fell in love with (almost) every single character, and the arc and growth of Tom and Collette really impressed me. The particular narrarator was an unusual twist but it worked for me and I enjoyed Honors point of view throughout. I highly recommend this book to anyone looking for a love story or a good cathartic cry. Thank you Netgally for the early copy of Finding Grace!

This story felt unique, with a perspective I haven’t seen before. I loved most of the characters and how grief was portrayed—everyone processes it differently. The ending felt rushed, and I wished we saw more of what happened after the big reveal.

Touches the heart. If you love love and love stories this book is for you. It drew me into the story and into the characters. The premise of how they meet is very interesting and fantastic start. The beginning happened so fast it shocked me. I adored this book..

Finding Grace by Loretta Rothschild is a deeply emotional story about loss, healing, and starting over. After Tom’s wife Honor and their daughter Chloe are killed in a suicide bombing in Paris, Tom is left heartbroken. The story is told from Honor’s perspective, offering readers a glimpse of her thoughts as she watches her family try to move forward without her.

Tom, struggling with grief, decides to raise his son Henry, who was conceived through a surrogate after Honor died. He also connects with Henry’s egg donor, Grace. The novel explores Tom’s pain, his search for hope, and his effort to honor Honor’s memory while creating something new.

Rothschild does a great job showing the complexity of grief and the tough road to healing. The relationships feel real, especially the growing bond between Tom and the egg donor. Finding Grace is a touching story of heartache, resilience, and the possibility of finding peace again after a devastating loss. It’s a bittersweet yet hopeful read. Also, hard to believe this is a debut novel! Beautifully written!

Many thanks to NetGalley and St. Martin's Publishing Group for the opportunity to read Finding Grace.

This novel had an interesting perspective from the eyes of the deceased. Frustrated Honor wants another baby with husband Tom. As she level her hotel in Paris with daughter Chloe, tragedy strikes and Tom is left to pick up the pieces
The entire novel is told from Honor’s perspective with flashbacks. I didn’t really love some of the characters but I’m glad NetGalley gave me the opportunity to read a book I might have glossed over.

This book hooked me in the first chapter and I was really looking forward to the possibilities of where it was going. The author is a strong writer who knows how to create suspense.
But the marketing of this book is all wrong. A love story?! Yikes. I’m really not a fan of a whole book being about keeping a secret that blows up at 95% and then has to wrap up a neat ending in one chapter. Not for me but fans of unbelievable domestic thrillers may enjoy this.

Finding Grace is hard to label because it’s about processing grief, the burden and consequences of holding onto secrets, and a romance book. The first chapter made it nearly impossible not to read the second chapter immediately. It would be a spoiler to talk about the book's narration, but it was clever rather than a gimmick.

The characters were well-developed and spoke to the complications of relationships while dealing with grief. The book's timeline was a little uneven as sometimes it skipped large periods of critical periods, and sometimes it was a minute-by-minute account of a day. The book's conclusion was a little predictable but was still enjoyable because of the well-developed characters.

Thank you to St. Martin’s Press for providing this book for review consideration via NetGalley. All opinions are my own.

Honor and Tom are struggling after five miscarriages during their attempt to give their daughter Chloe a sibling. They have decided to hire a surrogate and use the eggs of a third woman, an anonymous egg donor. They are vacationing in Paris, waiting to see if the surrogate is pregnant, and tensions are high.. Tom is tired of fertility talk and just wants to concentrate on their little family. Honor is obsessed with having another child. As Tom and Honor feel the strain of this conflict, an event occurs that will change everything.

This novel was surprising and went in a direction that was completely unexpected. I assumed the story was headed in a certain way, and then it turned on a dime, becoming something quite different, and it worked. The cast of characters is strong, and the couple's group of friends figures significantly in the story. The ability of a person to change is made quite clear, as is the importance of honesty and trust in a relationship There is a bit of the paranormal added to this novel, and that took it to another level. Gripping and surprising, this book will not disappoint.

I received a free copy of this novel from the publisher via NetGalley. My review is voluntary and the opinions expressed are my own.

Thank you #netgalley for the ARC. I was shocked at the early events and wondered where the heck is this book gonna go. I thought for sure he’d end up with an evil friend, same evil friend who we hated in the end. Glad it didn’t go there. Then I figured out the ending at some point but wasn’t disappointed in it. It is a book of waiting, waiting for the bomb to drop, waiting to find out if he really was an ass, waiting to see which friends weren’t really friends…I guess like many books, but I felt on edge, just hurry up and tell me! I really liked it though. Looking forward to seeing what this author does next.