A Peculiar Grace

In A Peculiar Grace, Jeffrey Lent explores themes of love, loss, and rebirth through the life of Hewitt Pearce, a reclusive blacksmith in modern Vermont. When a troubled young woman arrives at his doorstep, Hewitt’s quiet existence is stirred, prompting him to confront long-buried family secrets and past heartbreaks. Set against a backdrop that spans postwar New York, early ‘70s communal life, and contemporary New England, the story offers a poignant look at human resilience and the transformative power of art.