When record executive Theo discovers the Future Saints struggling through a dive-bar set, the band is barely holding together after the death of their manager. Their lead singer Hannah has reinvented their sound, channeling her grief into raw, gut-punching rock that unexpectedly goes viral. Theo stakes his career on giving them one last chance: new tour, new album, new beginning. But Hannah’s unraveling threatens not just the band’s future, but her relationship with her sister Ginny and everything they’ve built together. What unfolds is a story about music, fame, grief, and the complicated love that binds people long before the world starts watching.

I so enjoyed this book. While Daisy Jones & The Six wasn’t my favorite TJR novel, The Future Saints has similar vibes only this one feels more modern and, at its core, is about sibling love above all else. There is romance, but it never overtakes the story, and I personally loved that the focus stayed on Ginny and Hannah and the messy, complicated devotion between sisters. The exploration of grief, the mixed-media elements, and the often chaotic rock-and-roll lifestyle made this such a compelling read. I loved the band’s dynamic and how they weren’t obsessed with fame; they just wanted to make meaningful music and share their passion with the world. Emotional, immersive, and beautifully done.

Definitely recommend!

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The Future Saints comes out January 20, 2026. Huge thank you to Atria Books for my advanced copy in exchange for my honest opinion.  If you liked this review, please let me know either by commenting below or by visiting my Instagram @speakingof.books.