Book Review of 'The Finding of Miss Fairfield' by Grace Hitchcock

Hello Bookworms!

Happy Friday! I hope everyone is staying cool in this lovely "fall" heat we're having right now. Texas has been shattering some records lately, and it's clear to see how. No matter how long I live in the south I will never get used to the heat we have here! But enough about the weather and my cries for cooler weather...

Today I am so excited to be sharing my thoughts on the first novel of a new series by one of my favorite authors! There is something so special about starting a new series, and Ms. Hitchcock knocked this book out of the park!

I hope you enjoy my review and that you have a blessed weekend full of rest and relaxation!

Welcome to the Reviewer Tour for The Finding of Miss Fairfield by Grace Hitchcock, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

ABOUT THE BOOK

Title: The Finding of Miss Fairfield

Series: Aprons & Veils #1

Author: Grace Hitchcock

Release Date: August 29, 2022

Genre: Christian Historical Fiction

When an engagement of convenience becomes anything but convenient...

Forced into a betrothal with a widower twice her age, Charleston socialite, Sophia Fairfield is desperate for an escape. But, while her fiancé is away on business, he assigns his handsome stepson, Carver, the task of looking after his bride-to-be. Much to her dismay, Sophia finds herself falling in love with the wrong gentleman—a man society would never allow her to marry, given Sophia was supposed to be his new stepmother. The only way to save Carver from scandal and financial ruin is to run away, leaving him and all else behind to become a Harvey Girl waitress at the Castañeda Hotel in New Mexico.

Carver Ashton has had his life planned out for him since birth, but when he encounters Sophia Fairfield, he glimpses a new life—apart from his overbearing stepfather’s business. But, when the woman he loves disappears before he can express his devotion, Carver abandons all to find her. However, his stepfather has other intentions for Sophia and will stop at nothing until she is his bride . . . even if it is against her will.

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My Review

There is something so great about starting a new series, especially in my favorite genre. Being introduced to new characters and a new world is always so refreshing, and The Finding of Miss Fairfield was a wonderful start to a new series.

An unsavory betrothal puts Sophia Fairchild in an unpleasant predicament that she can’t seem to find an escape from until she takes a chance and embarks on a journey across the country to fight for her freedom. Carver is tasked with looking out for Sophia, but when she disappears, he makes it his mission to find her. What neither of them expect is the challenges they will both face on this journey into the unknown.

It’s clear these two have an incredible connection from the start and the more you witness their interactions the more obvious that these two are truly meant for one another. The more time Carver and Sophia spend together the more I hoped beyond hope that they would end up together. They each bring out a sunshine in the other that is a beauty to behold and was a joy to read.

The novel has a strong start but slowed down substantially in the middle only to ramp back up in a climactic ending. Normally this would be a negative to me, but the slower pace matched perfectly with the laidback feel of Las Vegas, New Mexico and it gives the reader a chance to really get to know the inhabitants of this western town, as well as the ladies of Harvey’s. I did wish that the ending wouldn’t have felt as rushed but other than that it was a happily ever after that was pleasing, despite it being predicable.

I loved this novel so much that I immediately started reading the second book in the series and it is just as marvelous as this novel was! The world is so vibrant, a place that you can easily lose yourself in, and the characters lovable and relatable (with the exception of a few unsavory roles that I didn’t particularly care for due to their attitudes and mannerisms, but that shows great writing!). My favorite part was learning more about Harvey House, so much so that I did a little deep dive on the side to learn more about this restaurant. The Finding of Miss Fairchild was an admirable read that was hard to put down and a great start to a new series!

My Rating: ★★★★★

Books in This Series

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About the Author

Grace Hitchcock is the author of multiple historical novels and novellas. She holds a Masters in Creative Writing and a Bachelor of Arts in English with a minor in History. Grace lives in Baton Rouge with her husband, Dakota, son and daughter.

Connect with her online at GraceHitchcock.com.