Promise Me Sunshine

Cara Bastone
50 pages1-hour read
Fiction
Novel
Adult
Published in 2025

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Book Brief

Cara Bastone

Promise Me Sunshine

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2025
Book Details
Pages

416

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Romance
Setting

Contemporary

Theme
Love

•

Grief

•

Guilt
Topic
Grief & Death
First Publication Year

2025

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Reviews & Readership

4.1

102,908 ratings

78%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Promise Me Sunshine by Cara Bastone is praised for its engaging characters and heartfelt narrative. Readers appreciate the emotional depth and relatable romance. Some critiques mention a predictable plot, but overall, the novel's charm and warmth leave a lasting impression. Fans of contemporary romance will likely enjoy its blend of humor and sincerity.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Promise Me Sunshine?

A reader who enjoys Promise Me Sunshine by Cara Bastone likely appreciates heartfelt romance and character-driven stories. Similar books include Emily Henry's Beach Read and Christina Lauren's The Unhoneymooners, appealing to those who enjoy a blend of humor, warmth, and emotional depth.

4.1

102,908 ratings

78%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Character List

The 28-year-old protagonist and narrator, who navigates grief and healing after the loss of her best friend Lou while attempting to rebuild her life in New York.

Lenny’s friend and romantic interest, who has also experienced deep personal loss and supports Lenny as she learns to live with her grief.

A successful woman trying to balance her professional life and the responsibilities of raising her young daughter, Ainsley, while managing the complexities within her family relationships.

Reese’s seven-year-old daughter, who is adjusting to family changes and building connections with Miles and Lenny amid her own experiences of loss.

Lenny’s best friend since childhood, whose battle with cancer and enduring influence affect Lenny's journey even after her death.

Book Details
Pages

416

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Romance
Setting

Contemporary

Theme
Love

•

Grief

•

Guilt
Topic
Grief & Death
First Publication Year

2025

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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