Promise Me Sunshine

A Novel

De: Cara Bastone

Narrado por: Alex Finke

How do you find yourself after you lose the one you loved the most?

Grieving the loss of her best friend, a young woman’s life is turned upside down when she meets a grumpy stranger who swears he can help her live again, in this heartwarming, slow-burn romance by the author of Ready or Not.

Lenny’s a bit of a mess at the moment. Ever since cancer stole away her best friend, she has been completely lost. She’s avoiding her concerned parents, the apartment she shared with her best friend, and the ever-laminated “live again” list of things she’s promised to do to survive her grief. But maybe if she acts like she has it all together, no one will notice she’s falling apart.

The only gigs she can handle right now are temporary babysitting jobs, and she just landed a great one, helping overworked, single mom Reese and her precocious daughter, Ainsley. The only catch: Ainsley’s uncle, Miles, always seems to be around, and is kind of. . . a walking version of the grumpy cat meme. Worse–he seems to be able to see right through her.

Surprisingly, Miles knows a lot about grief and he offers Lenny a proposition. He’ll help her complete everything on her “live again” list if she’ll help him connect with Ainsley and overcome his complicated relationship with Reese. Lenny doubts anything can fill the void her best friend has left behind, but between late night ferry rides, midnight ramen, and a well-placed shoulder whenever she needs it, Miles just won’t stop showing up for her. Turns out, sometimes your life has to end to find your new beginning.

©2025 Cara Bastone (P)2025 Random House Audio

Reseñas de la Crítica

“Promise Me Sunshine disassembled me and then put me back together in the most obliterating way. Lenny and Miles love each other the way we’re all supposed to—in the dark and the light, without hesitation or reservation, and I was lost to their story from the first page to the last. Cara Bastone handles grief with an unflinchingly tender touch, reminding us that life goes on and love never dies. This story is tucked inside my heart for good.”—Jessica Joyce, USA Today bestselling author of The Ex Vows

“Flawlessly crafted and deeply emotional, Promise Me Sunshine grabbed hold of my heart from the very first page and didn’t let go. I was laughing, sobbing, and everything in between. The story left me breathless and stayed with me long after I reached The End.”—Amy Ewing, New York Times bestselling author of The Lone City trilogy and The Irish Goodbye

“A stunning book by Bastone, who delivers another slow-burn and emotional romance that doesn’t shy away from also exploring life’s hardest moments . . . Recommended for readers who also enjoy Abby Jimenez.”—Library Journal, starred review

So cute!!

I loved this book! Loved how Miles helped the main character find peace within that grief! Wished Miles was more into her but nonetheless the relationship was cute!

Another good one

I love Cara Bastone’s writing. She never fails to make me laugh, cry and cheer for the characters in each of her books. This one was no different. The narrator did a fabulous job with this book, too!

Best single narrator!

Cara Bastone is a lovely writer, an instant grab for me! I typically opt for the audiobook (and then get a trophy copy later ha!) bc this narrator is SO expressive, SO funny, and SO emotionally invested in the story. I can’t get enough.

The performance!

I liked that it had humor within the sadness. Great performance by the reader! Very chill read!

just magnificent!

Caras stories are always amazing! dealing with grief was incredible, and the narration was just perfect Alex is a gem!

To be repeated again and again

I grieved, I cried, I laughed out loud. The novel is perfection. So is Alex Finke’s performance. Outstanding.
Cara Bastone’s novels are my favorite. And this is another confirmation. I love it.

Amazing!

What a beautiful story. A story about loss and learning to live again and in doing so you find someone so unexpected that changes your life and teaches you to live and love again.

I absolutely loved all the characters they were all so unique and special. And Alex Fink did a remarkable job narrating the story she did such an amazing job that I could feel every emotion that every character was feeling. I just loved it.

uplifting & heartbreaking & lovely!

Alex is my favorite narrator of all time! I have read all of Cara Bastone's books & loved the humor & joy in every one!

Thank you for this gem

I never wanted this book to end. Between the thoughtful writing to the exceptional narration, it was beautiful.
I laughed out loud. I cried. I have never wanted to hug characters like i did for this book. Thank you Cara. You out did yourself. ❤️

Brilliance strikes again!

I sincerely loved this book! Cara Bastone makes the most heart-melting and emotionally intelligent novels I’ve ever read!

The main character goes through one of the most world-shaking events that can hit a person: the loss of a loved one. Lenny is trying to find a way to live/have a life after the tragic death of her best friend. In the meantime, she works as a nanny, masking her grief and avoiding her family to make it through each day. Of course, this strategy isn’t cutting it. Lenny reluctantly accepts the help of Miles, uncle to the child she’s nannying, (who’s a self-proclaimed grief expert) to complete the List left by the best friend Lenny lost. This book is a rollercoaster of laugh-out-out moments and reflection on what it means to live. (Totally made it into my favorite top 5 books of all time!!!)

Side note: the narrator is AMAZING!

I did a lot of ugly-crying throughout this book, but I thoroughly enjoyed each moment of it. (Disclaimer: my opinion is slightly biased due to having lost people due to cancer). Now I’m going to hit replay and listen all over again. I can’t wait!!!