Loretta Rothschild’s debut novel, FINDING GRACE is a romantic romance. Fun to read. Sometimes hard to swallow.

Lovely, upper crust characters and setting (Paris and London). A successful narrative structure, as the deceased wife narrates before and after, commenting with a wise, loving heart on the present. Love wins the day and the question- are secrets ever benign? - is examined and ultimately left to the reader to decide.

I was not thrown outside the fictive universe by any of the above, but certain behaviors and coincidences elicited a Come-ON! from me. Despite that, I enjoyed reading the book.

With thanks to NetGalley and St. Martin’s Press for an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.

I loved the narrative technique of this book, but to say more would be a spoiler. The middle of the book dragged on a bit as I waited for the truth to come out, but I still finished it in one evening.

I really liked this book! The narrator was a really interesting style choice and I liked the plot - it gave me a lot to think about! I loved all of the characters - they were likable and acted in believable ways.

The moral of the story is to treasure what you have. “Finding Grace” is a gripping read. I was amazed to learn that it is Loretta Rothschild’s first novel. It tells the story of a couple trying to have another baby through a surrogate. A horrible tragedy occurs.

The “Grace” in the book’s title is the couple’s egg donor. A bureaucratic error reveals her identity and the story’s trajectory takes off in a potentially explosive direction. The tension is palpable.

The characters in “Finding Grace” are well-drawn. They have strengths and faults– cringeworthy characteristics in some cases. These definitely added depth and made this unusual story seem more compelling and real.

Thank you to NetGalley for the advance reader’s copy. This is my honest review.

I stopped reading this book for a while. I finally went back to it. I am very glad that I did and finally finished it. I felt like it was just going to be a blah read. I ended up really enjoying it. I had a hard time with the original MC point of view sticking around. It was just odd to me. Over all, great I look forward to more books from this author! So glad that NetGalley allowed me to preview this book.

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.