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I Promise to Be Better

Erinn Keala

Embark on an emotional rollercoaster with I Promise to Be Better, a riveting novel that unravels the complex love story of Emily and Shane.


Teenage Emily, plagued by abandonment issues stemming from her parents' failed marriage, finds desperately-needed comfort in Shane. Despite him being six years older, the pair form a hidden bond and fall madly in love.


The story takes a dark turn as it delves into the intricate layers of a toxic relationship. Entering adulthood, Emily moves to a new country with Shane. Jealousy, infidelity, manipulation and abuse propel this narrative into a heart-wrenching exploration of love's darkest corners.


Based on true events, this gripping tale is a poignant reflection of love's destructive power and the empowering pursuit of self-discovery. Brace yourself for an intense journey through the complexities of love, and the resilience required when promises are put to the ultimate test.


** Content Warning: This book contains potentially triggering subject matter including manipulation, gaslighting, domestic abuse, and intimate partner violence. Please read with care.

Book Details

  • Publisher: Erinn Keala
  • Publish Date: May 17th, 2024
  • Pages: 278
  • Language: English
  • Edition: undefined - undefined
  • Dimensions: 9.00in - 6.00in - 0.63in - 0.91lb
  • EAN: 9798218397722
  • Categories: Romance - ContemporaryRomance - SuspenseWomen

Praise for this book

"I Promise to Be Better takes the reader on an all too relatable journey through first love, heartbreak, violence and, ultimately, healing. Armed with equal parts vulnerability and resilience, Erinn Keala provides a voice to countless victims of abuse and inspires us all to speak our truth. Her words will linger with you long after you close these pages." - Azure Hall, Reflections: A Mythology in Poetry & Prose