Cara Bastone’s new romance, Promise Me Sunshine is a fantastic read, and a little bit out of the ordinary for a romance in my experience.
I do want to warn people that although I highly recommend this book, it may be very difficult for some people as a lot of the book deals with severe depression, and grief over the death of a close friend.
Promise Me Sunshine is such a mix of serious topics, and fun, humorous moments, it’s really hard to categorize it. In my opinion, it’s part drama, part romcom, and does a good job combining the two.
I will admit that the first quarter of the book was more difficult, because Lenny, the main character, was having such a hard time dealing with her best friend’s death. I felt so badly for her and what she was going through.
As she started to turn the corner, with the help of Miles, the story gets a little lighter, and easier to read, with some really fun moments.
If there was one problem I had with the story it was this. If Lenny looked as terrible as Miles’ reactions made it seem at times, why was anyone entrusting their children to her care. And why was no one else (besides her mother and Miles) asking her if she was okay?
Ignoring that issue, this was a really great read. Miles was such a great guy, so supportive of Lenny, and his niece and half-sister. It was really wonderful seeing all of their relationships grow.
I think Cara Bastone has now become one of my favourite authors and I’ll be looking forward to reading more of her work.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
Promise Me Sunshine will be available on March 4 2025.
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