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Grace Trilogy #3
Absolution
We made mistakes and betrayed our hearts. And in the end, everything went up in flames. Walking away from the devastation isn’t an option.
Not when I’m at the center of it all.
Three hearts hang in the balance. A choice must be made. Keep one and let one go.
No matter what I decide, someone is getting burned. There’s no winning this battle. No one ever said love is easy. But I never knew it would be this hard.
Love can be a poison, and sometimes, it’s the only thing that can save us.
Not when I’m at the center of it all.
Three hearts hang in the balance. A choice must be made. Keep one and let one go.
No matter what I decide, someone is getting burned. There’s no winning this battle. No one ever said love is easy. But I never knew it would be this hard.
Love can be a poison, and sometimes, it’s the only thing that can save us.
318 pages, ebook
First published May 24, 2020
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Autumn Grey
26 books1,226 followersAutumn enjoys writing angsty romance, featuring flawed and quirky characters and hard-won happy ever afters. When she’s not working as a nurse assistant, you’ll find her behind keyboard writing stories, or curled up on the couch with a book. Her work has been featured in USA Today’s Happy Ever After.
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May 19, 2020
**4.5 Stars**
Absolution can’t be read as a stand-alone. It picks up right where Disgraceful ends and I was so glad it did. I needed answers cause that cliffy in Disgraceful was intolerable.
This love triangle had me on pins and needles and I couldn’t wait to find out who ended up with whom. Autumn Grey didn’t make it easy on me. The first ten-fifteen chapters had tons of emotion and tension especially the kinds that hurt.
Three people have been hurt both physically and emotionally. Grace has to make a choice. I enjoyed being on this journey with her cause she has a lot of unresolved issues to work through. It’s a process and the author takes its time to let Grace figure it and herself out. I enjoyed and needed that.
Sol and Levi. They also have things they need to solve and they do it differently. One is very open and the other very closed off. Two amazing guys who’s in love with the same girl.
From the get go I knew who my choice would be for Grace. The author sure knows how to tease. Absolution is a slow burn! A superb and well developed burn. Grace and her man take their time and the courtship is swoon worthy. I reveled in it. Every scene.
Absolution is the perfect title for the final book in the Grace Trilogy. These characters make mistakes. Grace in particular has some things she needs absolution for. She, Sol and Levi are only humans. They learn from their mistakes, let go and move on. Absolution is and captures all of that and portrays it flawlessly.
Absolution ties everything up beautifully and leaves the door open for the possibility of returning back to some of these characters. A fabulous conclusion to the Grace trilogy.
4.5 My Beginning My End Stars
*BETA/ARC COPY*
Absolution can’t be read as a stand-alone. It picks up right where Disgraceful ends and I was so glad it did. I needed answers cause that cliffy in Disgraceful was intolerable.
This love triangle had me on pins and needles and I couldn’t wait to find out who ended up with whom. Autumn Grey didn’t make it easy on me. The first ten-fifteen chapters had tons of emotion and tension especially the kinds that hurt.
Three people have been hurt both physically and emotionally. Grace has to make a choice. I enjoyed being on this journey with her cause she has a lot of unresolved issues to work through. It’s a process and the author takes its time to let Grace figure it and herself out. I enjoyed and needed that.
Sol and Levi. They also have things they need to solve and they do it differently. One is very open and the other very closed off. Two amazing guys who’s in love with the same girl.
From the get go I knew who my choice would be for Grace. The author sure knows how to tease. Absolution is a slow burn! A superb and well developed burn. Grace and her man take their time and the courtship is swoon worthy. I reveled in it. Every scene.
Absolution is the perfect title for the final book in the Grace Trilogy. These characters make mistakes. Grace in particular has some things she needs absolution for. She, Sol and Levi are only humans. They learn from their mistakes, let go and move on. Absolution is and captures all of that and portrays it flawlessly.
Absolution ties everything up beautifully and leaves the door open for the possibility of returning back to some of these characters. A fabulous conclusion to the Grace trilogy.
4.5 My Beginning My End Stars
*BETA/ARC COPY*
May 24, 2020
<3 5 STARS <3
I adored Absolution, my heart was aching and I was anxious to see what will happen!I was hooked from the beginning and I couldn't put it down!Great storyline and the characters were well developed!
The romance was sweet and cute!I loved all the characters!Sol is my man seriously, he is so swoon worthy!Grace is strong!They have a great chemistry and you could feel their connection!!
Overall it was a fantastic read, it has angst and full of emotions!
I adored Absolution, my heart was aching and I was anxious to see what will happen!I was hooked from the beginning and I couldn't put it down!Great storyline and the characters were well developed!
The romance was sweet and cute!I loved all the characters!Sol is my man seriously, he is so swoon worthy!Grace is strong!They have a great chemistry and you could feel their connection!!
Overall it was a fantastic read, it has angst and full of emotions!
May 23, 2020
It feels like forever waiting for the long awaited conclusion to the Grace trilogy by Autumn Grey, and it’s finally is HERE! And ohh this trilogy has been such an incredible journey. The conclusion picks up from that cliffhanger ending that left me hanging. However, the wait was entirely worth it as Autumn Grey gives us Sol, Grace and Levi one final time to conclude this epic tale about the power of love, faith, friendship not to mention a journey of self discovery and sacrifices.
Just like Desolate & Disgraceful, this book brings ALL the emotions. Grace and Sol’s journey has been anything but easy but in the end it’s so beautiful to watch. It was such an emotional roller coaster but as these characters grew and evolved and in the end, love always wins out. It has been, at times, a painful road to happiness but I am happy with how everything transpired and how Autumn brought everything to full circle.
Autumn Grey has done a wonderful job writing this beautiful, heartfelt and at times heartbreaking story. From start to finish, it was powerful, emotional, poignant and thought provoking. I was completely enthralled with this coming of age story and would implore everyone to read this heartwarming and beautiful trilogy.
Just like Desolate & Disgraceful, this book brings ALL the emotions. Grace and Sol’s journey has been anything but easy but in the end it’s so beautiful to watch. It was such an emotional roller coaster but as these characters grew and evolved and in the end, love always wins out. It has been, at times, a painful road to happiness but I am happy with how everything transpired and how Autumn brought everything to full circle.
Autumn Grey has done a wonderful job writing this beautiful, heartfelt and at times heartbreaking story. From start to finish, it was powerful, emotional, poignant and thought provoking. I was completely enthralled with this coming of age story and would implore everyone to read this heartwarming and beautiful trilogy.
January 26, 2024
A lovely conclusion to such a sweet story!
This book was swoony and sweet towards the end…
This book was swoony and sweet towards the end…
May 20, 2020
➳ Rate: 5/ 5 stars
The time has come. I've been waiting for this book for so long. I was both so excited and so scared but I think I knew deep down in my heart that everything would be okay and she'd end up with the right guy. Autumn did not dissapoint one bit. She gave us the essence of Sol and Grace - angst, the deep rooted connection that left me breathless, the insane chemistry, amazing side characters and a love that is limitless.
Everything worth having comes with a little pain, am I right?! These two have made it hurt so much for the past two books and the beginning of this one but it hurt so good in the end. I don't think I'll ever get enough of them. They are both such precious characters and as a couple they just make my heart go pitter patter. They are adorable and I love them so much. Seeing them get their lives back on track after the accident, working on their relationships, making amends, getting their friendship back... it was amazing. Yeah some characters had me a little mad sometimes but they had the right to be scared and try to make it hurt less. It was hard but in the end everything was talked out and I really loved that all the issues going on got a solution in the end. I hate it when things are left out in the open.
I am happy to announce I was #TeamSol all the way through and I'd sin with him anyday of the week. I just love him so much. Once again he showed how amazing of a guy he really is and how right he is for Grace even when everyone else might doubt it. These two gah. I just love them so much. But I honestly love just about everyone in this series... Sol and Grace's friends are pretty amazing, I love that we got to see them go through their own struggles, exploring relationships, remeniscing... we got so many teases of potential books which made me so happy. And Gavin omg, Gavin is so fun but also so wise and his soul is deep and amazing. I am dead excited for his book and to get his whole story. I'm so ready!!
Grace trilogy was a powerful and enthralling story of friendship, faith and love. Sol and Gracie take you on an angst filled journey that will touch and make you feel everything as they go through it. Autumn's writing is beautiful, soulful and powerful. Yet again she managed to make me love her characters more. I could never get tired of reading about all these characters. I am so happy we're not only getting more of Sol and Grace in novellas but some of the other characters will get their own books and gah I cannot wait!!!
➳ARC kindly provided by author, in exchange for an honest review.
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The time has come. I've been waiting for this book for so long. I was both so excited and so scared but I think I knew deep down in my heart that everything would be okay and she'd end up with the right guy. Autumn did not dissapoint one bit. She gave us the essence of Sol and Grace - angst, the deep rooted connection that left me breathless, the insane chemistry, amazing side characters and a love that is limitless.
Everything worth having comes with a little pain, am I right?! These two have made it hurt so much for the past two books and the beginning of this one but it hurt so good in the end. I don't think I'll ever get enough of them. They are both such precious characters and as a couple they just make my heart go pitter patter. They are adorable and I love them so much. Seeing them get their lives back on track after the accident, working on their relationships, making amends, getting their friendship back... it was amazing. Yeah some characters had me a little mad sometimes but they had the right to be scared and try to make it hurt less. It was hard but in the end everything was talked out and I really loved that all the issues going on got a solution in the end. I hate it when things are left out in the open.
I am happy to announce I was #TeamSol all the way through and I'd sin with him anyday of the week. I just love him so much. Once again he showed how amazing of a guy he really is and how right he is for Grace even when everyone else might doubt it. These two gah. I just love them so much. But I honestly love just about everyone in this series... Sol and Grace's friends are pretty amazing, I love that we got to see them go through their own struggles, exploring relationships, remeniscing... we got so many teases of potential books which made me so happy. And Gavin omg, Gavin is so fun but also so wise and his soul is deep and amazing. I am dead excited for his book and to get his whole story. I'm so ready!!
Grace trilogy was a powerful and enthralling story of friendship, faith and love. Sol and Gracie take you on an angst filled journey that will touch and make you feel everything as they go through it. Autumn's writing is beautiful, soulful and powerful. Yet again she managed to make me love her characters more. I could never get tired of reading about all these characters. I am so happy we're not only getting more of Sol and Grace in novellas but some of the other characters will get their own books and gah I cannot wait!!!
➳ARC kindly provided by author, in exchange for an honest review.
➳ Order at: Amazon UK ⁕ Amazon US
➳ Follow me on: Blog ⁕ Instagram ⁕ Facebook ⁕ Twitter
May 28, 2020
Absolution has just made it to the top of my Contemporary Romance reads for 2020!
My heart is so happy, I feel like I’m floating in a swoony cloud... First, let me back it up a bit, Autumn Grey unapologetically crushed my bleeding heart and played on every emotion in this tumultuous journey to 𝐴𝑏𝑠𝑜𝑙𝑢𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛. I gasped and held my breath, and had to check my pulse to ensure my heart was still beating, Absolution was emotional and nerve-wracking and but oh my freaking heart it was so beautifully broken and so swoony... her words brought my heart back to life.
“𝑌𝑜𝑢 𝑎𝑟𝑒 𝑢𝑛𝑑𝑒𝑟 𝑚𝑦 𝑠𝑘𝑖𝑛, 𝑟𝑢𝑛𝑛𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑡ℎ𝑟𝑜𝑢𝑔ℎ 𝑚𝑦 𝑏𝑙𝑜𝑜𝑑 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑖𝑛 𝑚𝑦 𝑏𝑜𝑛𝑒𝑠. 𝐺𝑟𝑎𝑐𝑖𝑒, 𝑦𝑜𝑢’𝑟𝑒 𝑠𝑜𝑢𝑙 𝑑𝑒𝑒𝑝.“
While this trilogy comes off as a love triangle with Grace holding the hearts of Sol and Levi in her hands. For me, it’s always been about Grace and Sol finding their way back to each other. The journey they each took, together and apart, losing themselves only to themselves again- the secrets in the dark that broke them apart and nearly losing each to find each other again
“𝑆ℎ𝑒’𝑠 𝑚𝑖𝑛𝑒. 𝐸𝑣𝑒𝑟 𝑚𝑖𝑛𝑒. 𝐴𝑙𝑤𝑎𝑦𝑠 𝑚𝑖𝑛𝑒.“
Autumn Grey writes so beautifully with a soul-deep kind of sincerity that makes you feel at one with her characters. The secondary characters gave this story a multi-faceted perspective- I feel like should give a shout-out to MJ, Gage and Chris, gahhh they breathed so much life into this story.
The Grace trilogy owns my heart like non-other; because I too fell in love with a Saint, and he is forever my EVERYTHING!!
“𝐼𝑛 𝑎𝑛𝑦 𝑙𝑖𝑓𝑒𝑡𝑖𝑚𝑒, 𝑖𝑛 𝑎𝑛𝑦 𝑢𝑛𝑖𝑣𝑒𝑟𝑠𝑒, 𝐼 𝑤𝑖𝑙𝑙 𝑤𝑎𝑛𝑡 ℎ𝑖𝑚. 𝐼 𝑤𝑖𝑙𝑙 𝑎𝑙𝑤𝑎𝑦𝑠 𝑐ℎ𝑜𝑜𝑠𝑒 ℎ𝑖𝑚. 𝐼 𝑘𝑛𝑜𝑤 𝑡ℎ𝑎𝑡 𝑛𝑜𝑤.“
Absolution is book 3, in the Grace trilogy and cannot be read as a standalone.
5 EVER MINE STARS ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
My heart is so happy, I feel like I’m floating in a swoony cloud... First, let me back it up a bit, Autumn Grey unapologetically crushed my bleeding heart and played on every emotion in this tumultuous journey to 𝐴𝑏𝑠𝑜𝑙𝑢𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛. I gasped and held my breath, and had to check my pulse to ensure my heart was still beating, Absolution was emotional and nerve-wracking and but oh my freaking heart it was so beautifully broken and so swoony... her words brought my heart back to life.
“𝑌𝑜𝑢 𝑎𝑟𝑒 𝑢𝑛𝑑𝑒𝑟 𝑚𝑦 𝑠𝑘𝑖𝑛, 𝑟𝑢𝑛𝑛𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑡ℎ𝑟𝑜𝑢𝑔ℎ 𝑚𝑦 𝑏𝑙𝑜𝑜𝑑 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑖𝑛 𝑚𝑦 𝑏𝑜𝑛𝑒𝑠. 𝐺𝑟𝑎𝑐𝑖𝑒, 𝑦𝑜𝑢’𝑟𝑒 𝑠𝑜𝑢𝑙 𝑑𝑒𝑒𝑝.“
While this trilogy comes off as a love triangle with Grace holding the hearts of Sol and Levi in her hands. For me, it’s always been about Grace and Sol finding their way back to each other. The journey they each took, together and apart, losing themselves only to themselves again- the secrets in the dark that broke them apart and nearly losing each to find each other again
“𝑆ℎ𝑒’𝑠 𝑚𝑖𝑛𝑒. 𝐸𝑣𝑒𝑟 𝑚𝑖𝑛𝑒. 𝐴𝑙𝑤𝑎𝑦𝑠 𝑚𝑖𝑛𝑒.“
Autumn Grey writes so beautifully with a soul-deep kind of sincerity that makes you feel at one with her characters. The secondary characters gave this story a multi-faceted perspective- I feel like should give a shout-out to MJ, Gage and Chris, gahhh they breathed so much life into this story.
The Grace trilogy owns my heart like non-other; because I too fell in love with a Saint, and he is forever my EVERYTHING!!
“𝐼𝑛 𝑎𝑛𝑦 𝑙𝑖𝑓𝑒𝑡𝑖𝑚𝑒, 𝑖𝑛 𝑎𝑛𝑦 𝑢𝑛𝑖𝑣𝑒𝑟𝑠𝑒, 𝐼 𝑤𝑖𝑙𝑙 𝑤𝑎𝑛𝑡 ℎ𝑖𝑚. 𝐼 𝑤𝑖𝑙𝑙 𝑎𝑙𝑤𝑎𝑦𝑠 𝑐ℎ𝑜𝑜𝑠𝑒 ℎ𝑖𝑚. 𝐼 𝑘𝑛𝑜𝑤 𝑡ℎ𝑎𝑡 𝑛𝑜𝑤.“
Absolution is book 3, in the Grace trilogy and cannot be read as a standalone.
5 EVER MINE STARS ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
May 25, 2020
Picking right up where Disgraceful left us hanging, Absolution is the emotional conclusion to the love story of Grace and Sol. I don't think that's giving anything away, because honestly no matter what happened before, the writing has always been on the wall when it comes to these two.
Although this is the Grace trilogy, my heart has always belonged to Sol. Since his first introduction in book one, all I've ever wanted was for him to be happy- whatever that took, whoever that would be with. And I was so glad to see, after much back and forth, after much soul searching by both he and Grace, he found the love he so rightly deserved.
I admit I have not been Grace's biggest fan, but I was happy to see her take ownership of her actions- she really grew and came into her own in this book. I liked how she fought for what she wanted, and how she stood up for herself.
This wasn't an easy journey for Grace, Sol, or Levi. (Or the reader!) But it was a necessary journey for them to go through, to realize exactly what it was they wanted. Absolution ended up giving me everything I had hoped for when I started this journey with these characters.
Although this is the Grace trilogy, my heart has always belonged to Sol. Since his first introduction in book one, all I've ever wanted was for him to be happy- whatever that took, whoever that would be with. And I was so glad to see, after much back and forth, after much soul searching by both he and Grace, he found the love he so rightly deserved.
I admit I have not been Grace's biggest fan, but I was happy to see her take ownership of her actions- she really grew and came into her own in this book. I liked how she fought for what she wanted, and how she stood up for herself.
This wasn't an easy journey for Grace, Sol, or Levi. (Or the reader!) But it was a necessary journey for them to go through, to realize exactly what it was they wanted. Absolution ended up giving me everything I had hoped for when I started this journey with these characters.
May 17, 2020
I can't believe that this amazing Trilogy has come to an end. It's so bittersweet to say goodbye to these amazing characters who I've grown to love so dearly over the span of three books. What an emotional rollercoaster ride of ups and downs it was. My poor heart has been shattered into million tiny little pieces and then agonizingly put together again chapter by chapter, word by word.
Absolution is the third and highly anticipated final installment in the Grace Trilogy and can't be read as a complete standalone. Therefore make sure to read Desolate and Disgraceful first, which are by the way great books, in order to be able to follow the storyline. The huge cliffhanger at the end of the second book has truly destroyed me and I couldn't wait to finally find out how the story continues. Like every other reader and fan I had a favorite guy I was rooting for and it made me very happy how Autumn resolved the love triangle between Grace, Sol and Levi in the end. This book had some angsty but also touching moments, heartfelt and deep dialogue as well as swoon-worthy scenes. It was a worthy wrap-up.
One of the best parts of Absolution for me was to see Grace grow and evolve, becoming slowly but surely confident in her own skin and facing her demons and fears heads on. With some professional help she has learned to accept her past but not let it define her future. She doesn't run away when faced with difficult feelings and situations anymore. Grace now knows what she wants and she goes for it - all in or nothing style. I was proud of her and think that she came a long way from a shy, sweet and insecure young girl.
I've thoroughly enjoyed Absolution and sincerely hope that you will pick up this conclusion to the Trilogy and let this amazingly talented author put you under her spell. Bravo Autumn Grey! You've perfectly captured the beauty and euphoria as well as heartache that often comes with first love and conveyed the very important message that we first need to find ourselves in order to be able to build a future together with another person.
Absolution is the third and highly anticipated final installment in the Grace Trilogy and can't be read as a complete standalone. Therefore make sure to read Desolate and Disgraceful first, which are by the way great books, in order to be able to follow the storyline. The huge cliffhanger at the end of the second book has truly destroyed me and I couldn't wait to finally find out how the story continues. Like every other reader and fan I had a favorite guy I was rooting for and it made me very happy how Autumn resolved the love triangle between Grace, Sol and Levi in the end. This book had some angsty but also touching moments, heartfelt and deep dialogue as well as swoon-worthy scenes. It was a worthy wrap-up.
One of the best parts of Absolution for me was to see Grace grow and evolve, becoming slowly but surely confident in her own skin and facing her demons and fears heads on. With some professional help she has learned to accept her past but not let it define her future. She doesn't run away when faced with difficult feelings and situations anymore. Grace now knows what she wants and she goes for it - all in or nothing style. I was proud of her and think that she came a long way from a shy, sweet and insecure young girl.
I've thoroughly enjoyed Absolution and sincerely hope that you will pick up this conclusion to the Trilogy and let this amazingly talented author put you under her spell. Bravo Autumn Grey! You've perfectly captured the beauty and euphoria as well as heartache that often comes with first love and conveyed the very important message that we first need to find ourselves in order to be able to build a future together with another person.
May 23, 2020
Absolution by Autumn Grey is book Three in the Grace Series. This continues the story of Grace Miller. So you really need to read the previous books: Desolate and Disgraceful first before starting this one to fully enjoy their story. This picks up where we left of with that cliffhanger. I couldn't wait to get this book to see what happened there had been so much going on and of course the love triangle. Grace has grown a lot we see in this book. Sol and Levi are two men she loves who are now fighting for their lives along with her. Sol, Levi and Grace's story has been one of ups and downs. Now though is the time that Grace makes her choice.
May 24, 2020
Absolution is book three in the Grace Trilogy and the perfect conclusion to this heartbreaking, emotional, angsty journey of Grace, Sol and Levi. It starts right were Disgraceful ended with a jaw-dropping cliffhanger.
I love Grace's development as a woman and the final result of her search for what she wants and who she is. With or without a man by her side. She has to find herself before getting involved with Sol or Levi, before she can give herself and her heart and soul fully to one of them forever.
I can't say much about Sol and Levi because it would give away too much, but I love them both. Of course it would be different, but I would have been satisfied with every decision Grace made. They are both perfect in their own way (she chose the right one 😉).
The writing is beautiful, the anticipation was killing me but Absolution answers all questions open and you can end the trilogy satisfied and with the perfect happy ending.
I love Grace's development as a woman and the final result of her search for what she wants and who she is. With or without a man by her side. She has to find herself before getting involved with Sol or Levi, before she can give herself and her heart and soul fully to one of them forever.
I can't say much about Sol and Levi because it would give away too much, but I love them both. Of course it would be different, but I would have been satisfied with every decision Grace made. They are both perfect in their own way (she chose the right one 😉).
The writing is beautiful, the anticipation was killing me but Absolution answers all questions open and you can end the trilogy satisfied and with the perfect happy ending.
May 24, 2020
*Spoiler free review*
Book 1 and 2 must be read first!
Absolution brings us the highly anticipated conclusion of the Grace trilogy. In book 1, I was #TeamSol. In book 2 I was #TeamLevi and now in book 3, I was one hundred percent #TeamGrace. Autumn Grey delivers with an emotional impact and made me fall in love with these characters even more.
This trilogy was an angsty adventure with two of my favorite tropes: forbidden romance and love triangles. I will say that this third book is definitely low on the angst compared to the others. There also isn't much drama and indecision on the love triangle part either. It's pretty clear who Grace will end up with very early on in the book. I'll admit I was a bit disappointed at first because I went into this book with the expectation of experiencing all the crazy, foreboding and overemotional moments that a love triangle usually brings. However, once I realized where the author was taking this story, I settled in and enjoyed the sweet, growing romance.
I really enjoyed Grace's character growth during this series. After the car accident at the end of book 2, Grace really struggles with guilt for indirectly putting Levi and Sol in harm's way. She is brave enough to start therapy and discovers a lot about herself in the process. Her leading man is as always so sweet, so supportive and so encouraging.
There were so many tender and romanctic moments in this book that bring all the feels!
Sigh! Swoon! *Holds heart*
This couple's love story is messy and complicated and their relationship was judged harshly by some. They persevered though and held on tight to their undeniable connection. I did feel like there was something missing in the plot of this third book, a lack of conflict if you will. However, I loved experiencing every moment of their turmoil through this series and now getting their beautiful happliy-ever-after.
3 stars for Book 3
4 Stars for the entire trilogy
POV: Dual
Heat Level: Mild to Moderate
HEA: Yes
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Book 1 and 2 must be read first!
Absolution brings us the highly anticipated conclusion of the Grace trilogy. In book 1, I was #TeamSol. In book 2 I was #TeamLevi and now in book 3, I was one hundred percent #TeamGrace. Autumn Grey delivers with an emotional impact and made me fall in love with these characters even more.
This trilogy was an angsty adventure with two of my favorite tropes: forbidden romance and love triangles. I will say that this third book is definitely low on the angst compared to the others. There also isn't much drama and indecision on the love triangle part either. It's pretty clear who Grace will end up with very early on in the book. I'll admit I was a bit disappointed at first because I went into this book with the expectation of experiencing all the crazy, foreboding and overemotional moments that a love triangle usually brings. However, once I realized where the author was taking this story, I settled in and enjoyed the sweet, growing romance.
I really enjoyed Grace's character growth during this series. After the car accident at the end of book 2, Grace really struggles with guilt for indirectly putting Levi and Sol in harm's way. She is brave enough to start therapy and discovers a lot about herself in the process. Her leading man is as always so sweet, so supportive and so encouraging.
There were so many tender and romanctic moments in this book that bring all the feels!
"Love is not perfect. We are not perfect, but you are perfect for me, Gracie."
Sigh! Swoon! *Holds heart*
This couple's love story is messy and complicated and their relationship was judged harshly by some. They persevered though and held on tight to their undeniable connection. I did feel like there was something missing in the plot of this third book, a lack of conflict if you will. However, I loved experiencing every moment of their turmoil through this series and now getting their beautiful happliy-ever-after.
3 stars for Book 3
4 Stars for the entire trilogy
POV: Dual
Heat Level: Mild to Moderate
HEA: Yes
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May 17, 2020
Absolution is the long awaited conclusion to the Grace trilogy from the amazingly talented Autumn Grey and picks up right where we were left after Disgraceful. I'm sure I'm not the only one who was left with my jaw on the floor after that cliffhanger in book two! It's therefore no surprise that I couldn't wait to get my hands on the next installment and see what happens to Sol, Levi and Grace. Like I mentioned in my previous review, I liked both guys for different reasons. I'm usually not a fan of love triangles, but this one was handled so well by the author, that I didn't mind it. In fact, I understood the people involved and could sympathize with them. After all, all three of them were young people on their way to finding themselves. They made mistakes and in the end learned from them.
I'm not going to reveal in my review who Grace will choose. But what I can tell you is, that she made the right choice. I loved how Grace evolved as a character throughout the books. Deep down she was always insecure and felt unworthy because of her past, especially the way she came into the world and the fact who her father was. I'm glad she worked through her issues which made her feel at peace and be open to a future with the love of her life.
I'm really very happy how Autumn wrapped up this story. At times I was worried how certain things will work out, but luckily everything came into right place. There were many beautiful and touching moments, as well as angsty ones. The main protagonists shined, as much as the secondary characters like Ivan and MJ. I can't emphasize enough how well Autumn Grey captured the emotional turmoil of these young people. It was so easy to relate to them!
Now I'm super sad to say goodbye to this amazing bunch! I really got attached to them. Watching them on their journey from first love and heartbreak to adulthood was a true adventure and an unforgettable experience. Thank you dear Autumn for writing this thought-provoking, heartwarming and beautiful story. I highly recommend this amazing trilogy to all lovers of emotional and angsty romance!
I'm not going to reveal in my review who Grace will choose. But what I can tell you is, that she made the right choice. I loved how Grace evolved as a character throughout the books. Deep down she was always insecure and felt unworthy because of her past, especially the way she came into the world and the fact who her father was. I'm glad she worked through her issues which made her feel at peace and be open to a future with the love of her life.
I'm really very happy how Autumn wrapped up this story. At times I was worried how certain things will work out, but luckily everything came into right place. There were many beautiful and touching moments, as well as angsty ones. The main protagonists shined, as much as the secondary characters like Ivan and MJ. I can't emphasize enough how well Autumn Grey captured the emotional turmoil of these young people. It was so easy to relate to them!
Now I'm super sad to say goodbye to this amazing bunch! I really got attached to them. Watching them on their journey from first love and heartbreak to adulthood was a true adventure and an unforgettable experience. Thank you dear Autumn for writing this thought-provoking, heartwarming and beautiful story. I highly recommend this amazing trilogy to all lovers of emotional and angsty romance!
July 1, 2020
Woo. Okay, so this is totally my bad. I just realized I had this review sitting here not completed. Gah, I feel like a total loser. I received a copy of this book from the New Adult Book Club and the author in exchange for an honest review...and make no mistake you definitely need to have read the first two books in the series before you pick up this book because there are some *THINGS* that have happened that you will need to have knowledge of. LOL, I know, I'm being a complete lunatic right now, but you all know that I am as vague AF most of the time anyway, but in this instance in particular, I certainly am dropping zero hints about what went down at the end of the last book...other than it was huge and you definitely need to have read it.
Ms. Grey, (the author, not me...lol, no relation), has a way with words and if you're like me, you almost find your allegiance shifting a bit, which is crazy. Crazy good, or crazy bad, you'll have to decide for yourself. For me, it was crazy wild. I enjoyed the heck out of the ride. I'm actually super sad it's over. She writes with a dynamic flair and style that inflective and so creatively nuanced that I remember looking down at the indicator on my Kindle and being shocked that I was at 76% already...it read that quick. Well done. 4 stars.
Ms. Grey, (the author, not me...lol, no relation), has a way with words and if you're like me, you almost find your allegiance shifting a bit, which is crazy. Crazy good, or crazy bad, you'll have to decide for yourself. For me, it was crazy wild. I enjoyed the heck out of the ride. I'm actually super sad it's over. She writes with a dynamic flair and style that inflective and so creatively nuanced that I remember looking down at the indicator on my Kindle and being shocked that I was at 76% already...it read that quick. Well done. 4 stars.
May 24, 2020
I feel like I haven’t taken a deep breath in ages wondering what was gonna happen. It was a doozy of a cliffhanger. This book did not disappoint.
I felt so much like Grace as she still struggled with herself. She’s felt so unworthy of anything good, but we find her in this book finally able to see herself in a better light. Sol is finally able to make her understand his decisions. I love that he is patient with her. I love how much Grace loves her friends. She cares so deeply for those around her. Yes, she has made mistakes, but everybody does. I truly felt the empathy she has for those around her.
Let me tell you though, I laughed out loud and Chris and her mother. It was obvious that he loved Debra and Grace. No matter the test he was there. ❤️ He also made me cry. His standing up for the right thing... meant everything.
I just loved these characters. I don’t want it to end. I loved that they fell back on their faith. Knowing God holds your future, and that you can trust in his love and grace, is everything. That light shown thru every page.
My favorite passage is “Love is . . . love is messy. It’s trying and failing and floundering about, trying again and again. And when you give up, thinking you’ll never find it, it finds you.”
This author always manages to pull me into her stories. She is so talented. We exchanged messages because I felt this book truly reflected me at times. She is a joy to talk with, and this series is so good! It was so worth the wait!
I felt so much like Grace as she still struggled with herself. She’s felt so unworthy of anything good, but we find her in this book finally able to see herself in a better light. Sol is finally able to make her understand his decisions. I love that he is patient with her. I love how much Grace loves her friends. She cares so deeply for those around her. Yes, she has made mistakes, but everybody does. I truly felt the empathy she has for those around her.
Let me tell you though, I laughed out loud and Chris and her mother. It was obvious that he loved Debra and Grace. No matter the test he was there. ❤️ He also made me cry. His standing up for the right thing... meant everything.
I just loved these characters. I don’t want it to end. I loved that they fell back on their faith. Knowing God holds your future, and that you can trust in his love and grace, is everything. That light shown thru every page.
My favorite passage is “Love is . . . love is messy. It’s trying and failing and floundering about, trying again and again. And when you give up, thinking you’ll never find it, it finds you.”
This author always manages to pull me into her stories. She is so talented. We exchanged messages because I felt this book truly reflected me at times. She is a joy to talk with, and this series is so good! It was so worth the wait!
November 10, 2021
4.25 Stars / 3 Steam Fans
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May 11, 2020
Book 3 - cannot be read as a stand-alone.
I am a happy reader right now! I feel like the author wrapped up this series beautifully.
I was very firmly one team in this series and I know a lot of readers have their own favourites. Autumn balanced the story beautifully. Remaining true to the characters. Wrapping up emotional back stories to ensure I truly felt this story was complete and could let this series go. We get our sexy moments, sad moments & just the right amount of swoon.
It’s definitely an angsty read and there were moments I was yelling at her via messenger and I am not sorry.
Definitely recommend.
Beta read
I am a happy reader right now! I feel like the author wrapped up this series beautifully.
I was very firmly one team in this series and I know a lot of readers have their own favourites. Autumn balanced the story beautifully. Remaining true to the characters. Wrapping up emotional back stories to ensure I truly felt this story was complete and could let this series go. We get our sexy moments, sad moments & just the right amount of swoon.
It’s definitely an angsty read and there were moments I was yelling at her via messenger and I am not sorry.
Definitely recommend.
Beta read
May 20, 2020
It's been a while since I've dived into the world of Grace and Sol. And make no mistake, I am #TeamSol all the way. The final book of the Grace Trilogy, Absolution by Autumn Grey is the finale to a very long journey of love, religion, and forgiveness.
I'm not going to go into detail because I don't want to spoil anything, but also because it's a story that needs to be told from the beginning to be understood. It's a slow burn love, angsty as hell, and makes your heart ache in all the best ways. It's the kind of book that should be savored. Grace has the ultimate decision to make now and after her love results in tragedy, she finds herself at an impasse. There were a few parts that I found difficult to get into, dragged on in some parts, and some parts I felt were put in there to just pass the time. But make no mistake, this story is a beautiful thing. It's so heartwarming to finally see the love Grace fought so passionately come to an end. I also loved seeing all the other characters I've missed, getting a little bit of insight into their lives and the potential books/drama we might get in the future.
I honestly would be so content to just live in this world, filled with so much love, family & friendships. Thank you, Autumn, for giving us their story. It's been a long time in the making, but as always, you did them justice. I definitley recommend reading this trilogy from the beginning and buying this when it releases.
I'm not going to go into detail because I don't want to spoil anything, but also because it's a story that needs to be told from the beginning to be understood. It's a slow burn love, angsty as hell, and makes your heart ache in all the best ways. It's the kind of book that should be savored. Grace has the ultimate decision to make now and after her love results in tragedy, she finds herself at an impasse. There were a few parts that I found difficult to get into, dragged on in some parts, and some parts I felt were put in there to just pass the time. But make no mistake, this story is a beautiful thing. It's so heartwarming to finally see the love Grace fought so passionately come to an end. I also loved seeing all the other characters I've missed, getting a little bit of insight into their lives and the potential books/drama we might get in the future.
I honestly would be so content to just live in this world, filled with so much love, family & friendships. Thank you, Autumn, for giving us their story. It's been a long time in the making, but as always, you did them justice. I definitley recommend reading this trilogy from the beginning and buying this when it releases.
May 24, 2020
3.5 stars
Ahhhhh! I feel like I waited an ETERNITY for the conclusion to the Grace trilogy! I love that the trilogy is named after Grace because it is very much about her and her evolution as a woman and learning and growing as a person.
Absolution starts off immediately where Disgraceful left off. That heart pounding moment between Sol, Grace and Levi.
As a whole I absolutely love this series, it is severely emotional, intense, at times heartbreaking and painful. But it is also stunningly written and hopefull and passionate.
I didn't quite get what I was hoping for for a good part of Absolution. Some parts were repetitive and I think could have been resolved a bit quicker so that the rest of the story could play out but once it picked up for me I was enthralled again.
Grace is a character that I'll always love and respect for everything she is and everything she isn't. She doesn't hide away from her flaws or pretend like she's something she's not. Her happy ending didn't come easily but it did come and it beautiful.
Ahhhhh! I feel like I waited an ETERNITY for the conclusion to the Grace trilogy! I love that the trilogy is named after Grace because it is very much about her and her evolution as a woman and learning and growing as a person.
Absolution starts off immediately where Disgraceful left off. That heart pounding moment between Sol, Grace and Levi.
As a whole I absolutely love this series, it is severely emotional, intense, at times heartbreaking and painful. But it is also stunningly written and hopefull and passionate.
I didn't quite get what I was hoping for for a good part of Absolution. Some parts were repetitive and I think could have been resolved a bit quicker so that the rest of the story could play out but once it picked up for me I was enthralled again.
Grace is a character that I'll always love and respect for everything she is and everything she isn't. She doesn't hide away from her flaws or pretend like she's something she's not. Her happy ending didn't come easily but it did come and it beautiful.
May 20, 2020
Wow this has been an incredible journey. There have been so many emotions, too many to count. I feel I have waited so long for the circle to be complete and get the beautiful ending that these characters deserved. The beauty and strength that Grace posses is inspirational. The passion and commitment that Sol has bleeds through his soul. This series gives the true meaning of soul mates. That no matter time, distance, pain and tears the soul wants what the soul wants.
5 amazing stars!!!
5 amazing stars!!!
December 8, 2021
Overall: 4/5
Spice level: 2.5/5
Tropes: love triangle, interracial romance, friends to lovers
Full review to come
Spice level: 2.5/5
Tropes: love triangle, interracial romance, friends to lovers
Full review to come
August 1, 2020
The Second book has such a cliffhanger ending that I was scared to read this. But I’m glad I buckled down and finally did. These two got their relationship right. Their love was fierce, strong, and unbreakable. I loved them together from book one, and the angst in book two left me shook. But this last installment had me and all up in my feels, the good feels.
Grace and Sol’s chemistry is undeniable and blush-worthy intense. I’m so, so glad that Grace got her head in the game this time. She couldn’t deny that Sol, her someone someday, is her someone every day. I’m so glad that Sol figured himself out too. The ending came out exactly how I wanted! I have been Team Solomon since the very start. They are so cute, romantic, and absolutely perfect for each other.
Fav quote from Sol: “There are so many options out there to serve Him with you in my life. So, yeah. I’m not giving up on you.”
These two learn a lot about love and sacrifices. Growing up together through a beautiful self-discovery trilogy. Gah, I love them so much Sol and Gracie my babes!
Really hope for a peek into their future sometime soon. I’m not ready to let go just yet.
Happy reading, friends!
Grace and Sol’s chemistry is undeniable and blush-worthy intense. I’m so, so glad that Grace got her head in the game this time. She couldn’t deny that Sol, her someone someday, is her someone every day. I’m so glad that Sol figured himself out too. The ending came out exactly how I wanted! I have been Team Solomon since the very start. They are so cute, romantic, and absolutely perfect for each other.
Fav quote from Sol: “There are so many options out there to serve Him with you in my life. So, yeah. I’m not giving up on you.”
These two learn a lot about love and sacrifices. Growing up together through a beautiful self-discovery trilogy. Gah, I love them so much Sol and Gracie my babes!
Really hope for a peek into their future sometime soon. I’m not ready to let go just yet.
Happy reading, friends!
April 5, 2022
Wow! So I have to say that when there is a trilogy, I usually have an issue with writing my review for the middle book. I am not sure why but that 2nd book almost always leaves me feeling kinda "meh".... not with Grace and Sol! Holy crap! These 2 took me through it all! ALL OF IT!!! Their HEA was totally earned and very hard fought for! He absolutely is the calm to her storm! I really could not even imagine a man more perfect for her than Sol! He is everything that she needs! And there were so many secondary characters in these stories that Autumn Grey could write in this world for a long time! Sol and Grace stole my heart at the beginning and they broke it in the middle and they pieced it back together for the end! A fantastic trilogy! I literally can not even think of anything better to say about these books and this ending. I love them! They did not disappoint! And I look forward to seeing more of them when we get to hear all about the stories of their friends!
May 26, 2020
✨ DENISE’S DREAMY REVIEW ✨
Absolution is book three and the conclusion to Grace and Sol’s friends to lovers journey, and absolution is exactly what is going on in this book! You cannot read this all on it’s own, you must read book one and two because that cliffhanger from Disgraceful will leave you NEEDING this book! And the wait was well worth it!
What a journey about figuring your self out, navigating through trauma, and being with whom loves you with all of your Sol!
Sol and Grace have made my heart ache so badly! I wanted so much for them to just drop everything and be together, but what’s love without a little bit of pain?
Autumn Grey’s writing is SOLful, beautiful, and speaks volumes. Since the beginning, you can not help but be sucked in and needing more of these characters!! I’m so glad I invested myself into this series because even after all the heartache that I went through, this book and ending made it so worth it!
Five dreamy stars: 💫💫💫💫💫
Absolution is book three and the conclusion to Grace and Sol’s friends to lovers journey, and absolution is exactly what is going on in this book! You cannot read this all on it’s own, you must read book one and two because that cliffhanger from Disgraceful will leave you NEEDING this book! And the wait was well worth it!
What a journey about figuring your self out, navigating through trauma, and being with whom loves you with all of your Sol!
Sol and Grace have made my heart ache so badly! I wanted so much for them to just drop everything and be together, but what’s love without a little bit of pain?
Autumn Grey’s writing is SOLful, beautiful, and speaks volumes. Since the beginning, you can not help but be sucked in and needing more of these characters!! I’m so glad I invested myself into this series because even after all the heartache that I went through, this book and ending made it so worth it!
Five dreamy stars: 💫💫💫💫💫
May 24, 2020
After I finished the second book and it left us on a cliffhanger I was like OMG I need to know what's going to happen..
When I got the arc I started it straight away I didn't want to wait lol. I was so anxious about it as the way the last book ended. My heart couldn't take it.
Boy oh boy I had either tears in my eyes or I was crying with the first couple of chapters. My poor heart was like please nothing bad happen.
I was so happy to finally be #SinningWithSol again I missed him so much. But I did have little feelings towards Levi too. Who wouldn't he was lovely. I love Grace and she was so strong in this book after everything that happened.
This book was so worth the wait it was everything on so much more.
Reading this book I either cried, swooned, laughed, cried some more and had those damn hand on the heart moments. Had so many emotions reading it but I loved every second of it.
I'm going to really miss Sol & Grace but I know we could possibly see them in the side characters book #FingersCrossed
Loved the whole series and the characters so so much. Well done Autumn again on another fantastic book xx
When I got the arc I started it straight away I didn't want to wait lol. I was so anxious about it as the way the last book ended. My heart couldn't take it.
Boy oh boy I had either tears in my eyes or I was crying with the first couple of chapters. My poor heart was like please nothing bad happen.
I was so happy to finally be #SinningWithSol again I missed him so much. But I did have little feelings towards Levi too. Who wouldn't he was lovely. I love Grace and she was so strong in this book after everything that happened.
This book was so worth the wait it was everything on so much more.
Reading this book I either cried, swooned, laughed, cried some more and had those damn hand on the heart moments. Had so many emotions reading it but I loved every second of it.
I'm going to really miss Sol & Grace but I know we could possibly see them in the side characters book #FingersCrossed
Loved the whole series and the characters so so much. Well done Autumn again on another fantastic book xx
June 24, 2020
What. An. Angst-fest.
I’ve been waiting for what feels like my whole life to see Sol and Grace get their HEA, but at the same time, I can’t believe we’re at the end of this series! I’m not ready to say goodbye to these characters. Sol. Grace. Levi. Hell, even the secondary characters MJ, Ivan and Gage all own a piece of my heart. *sobs*
Every time I dive back into an Autumn Grey novel, I’m reminded all over again why she is one of my unicorn authors. The writing style. The emotion. The depth of each character... I couldn’t get enough!!
I’ve been waiting for what feels like my whole life to see Sol and Grace get their HEA, but at the same time, I can’t believe we’re at the end of this series! I’m not ready to say goodbye to these characters. Sol. Grace. Levi. Hell, even the secondary characters MJ, Ivan and Gage all own a piece of my heart. *sobs*
Every time I dive back into an Autumn Grey novel, I’m reminded all over again why she is one of my unicorn authors. The writing style. The emotion. The depth of each character... I couldn’t get enough!!
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May 19, 2020
Wow, wow, wow! Ms. Grey can write a stinking trilogy! I have been hooked on Sol and Grace from the beginning and I was not able to put this book down. I needed to know what happened!! And boy did this book not disappoint. I could not stop reading. And what a story it was! Once again amazing writing from Ms. Grey! Gah! My heart after not only finishing this book but this amazing trilogy!
May 24, 2020
Fabulous conclusion to a gorgeous and angsty Trilogy. One of my all time favourites; just, PRECIOUS. I'm so sad it's ended but enjoyed the turbulent journey immensely. A MUST, MUST READ.
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May 25, 2020
5 SOL AND GRACE STARS!! I have so much love for these two...I was so glad to be with them again. You must read the Grace series in order to understand. Their story has all the feels to keep you flipping pages....I was going through every emotion with these two. This is a must read series.
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