Title: A Promise to Keep
Author: Melony Teague
Publisher: Anaiah Press
Publication: January 21, 2020
Pgs: 338
Research librarian Savannah Sanderson wants nothing more than to escape into her happily-ever-after novels with their larger-than-life fictional heroes. But a promise to her late husband has her attending her dreaded twenty-year high school reunion, drinking ghastly punch, and taking desperate measures just to keep her vow, even if she has to hide behind the décor to do it.
Once a reckless troublemaker, Michael McCann fled town after graduation. Now a professional technical rescuer, he’s back for the reunion, but on his trip down memory lane, he soon comes face to face with unresolved issues, namely Savannah.
Before the night is over, a pact between these two old friends will lead them on an adventure into uncharted emotional territory where Michael must confront his past regrets and find the courage to reveal the truth. But can Savannah fly from her sheltered nest and risk her heart on a real-life hero?
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About Melony Teague:
Melony Teague writes contemporary romance with a dash of humor, she loves to inspire and motivate others through her written words, and she believes everyone has a story to tell.
Melony is a member of American Christian Fiction Writers, and she is the co-author of As the Ink Flows, a devotional for authors.
Her fiction debut, A Promise to Keep releases, Jan 21, 2020.
Melony was born in South Africa and now lives in Toronto with her handsome husband, their two teenagers, and does the bidding of her two adorable cats.
My Thoughts:
Melony Teague's debut novel is engaging. The story line not only kept my interest it made me want to continue to read.
I loved every minute I spent in Savannah and Michael's world. Ms. Teague reunites these two high school friends at their 20 year high school reunion. Where Savannah promised her high school sweetheart, and dying husband Nick she'd attend. The visualization is so good throughout this novel that I can still see the fern that Savannah was hiding behind at the reunion.
I enjoyed the spur of the moment road trip that took me to places in Canada which was really fun. A complete arm chair adventure.
The characters are well developed they make you want to know and care about them.
The story is well paced, with surprises and suspense along the way that open up the door for Michael and Savannah to discover new things about each other.
While this book has a lot of fun, adventure, and suspense, it is also full of grace, enjoying every moment, and loads of heart!
Melony Teague has hit the ball out of the park with this fiction debut. If I hadn't been told that this was a debut novel I wouldn't have believed it.
I highly recommend this book! It will appeal to a wide audience of contemporary readers.
Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book from the publisher. I was not required to write a review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
