‘A beautiful book that just oozes Indian atmosphere. It totally immerses you in the culture and makes you want to visit… I loved this book.’ Bookworms and Shutterbugs
Two sisters. Bound by blood. Torn apart by love.
My sister – the glue that held our family together and the gatekeeper to the memories of our shared childhood.
The girl I made a pact with – to protect each other for life.
The woman girl I made a pact with – to protect each other for life.
The woman who destroyed my family, my future.
And the only one who can save my daughter.
Set against the dramatic backdrop of India, A Sister’s Promise is a powerful, emotional tale of family secrets, love and the ties that bind sisters together.
What readers are saying about A Sister’s Promise
‘Renita D’Silva took me on an unforgettable, mesmerising journey spanning decades and continents. I found myself completely immersed in this story feeling all sorts of emotions such as happiness, sadness and anger. Not mentioning what I felt when I reached a mind-blowing twist.’ Relax and Read Reviews
‘What I can tell you is that the book took me on a journey, one that was filled with love, laughter and sadness all wrapped up into one. Renita has a magic ability to transport you in this case from London to India. I could almost smell the smells and see the sights. From the moment I was collared I didn’t put the book down until I was finished. I can truly say I finished this book and felt breathless it left such an impact. I love the fact that you are reading about a different culture to the one here in England and the writing and storytelling was truly magnificent… This was an exhilarating and emotional read that will leave you wanting more.’ Best Crime Books and More
What an utterly beautiful story written with elegance. It’s a story of love, loss, sacrifice, and grace. D’Silva paints a vivid picture of India: the beautiful colours, the pungent aromas, and the poverty. She will envelope you into the lives of these two women, sharing in their loss of one another.’ Jewel’s Eclectic Books
‘I can only describe A Sister’s Promise as being a wonderfully gentle read. The story is beautifully written and though told through alternating chapters by mainly Puja, Sharda and Kushi, one of the sisters daughters, it is easy to read. Through the sister’s stories we are transported to India with the heat, sounds and smells.’ By the Letter Book Reviews
‘India comes to vivid and sensual life in this book about love, betrayal and forgiveness’ Books for Avid Readers
‘Renita D’Silva is a genius at evoking the sounds, sights and aromas of India. A major new talent – I can’t wait for her next novel.’ Linda Kavanagh
‘Renita D’Silva is a wonderful author who has a natural gift at storytelling that truly impressed and awed me.’ Novel Escapes
‘Renita paints the most beautiful images with a few, perfectly chosen words’. KimTalksBooks.commore
I enjoyed this book and would recommend it to others. Reading about different cultures is very interesting to me. The twists and turns kept me reading.
Sharda and Puja are sisters and best friends. Sharda the sensible, intelligent, responsible, and Puja, the free-spirited, beautiful, fun-loving. Their bond is so close that neither of them can imagine anything separating them. But that’s what secrets do.
What an utterly beautiful story written with elegance. It’s a story of love, loss, sacrifice, and grace. D’Silva paints a vivid picture of India: the beautiful colors, the pungent aromas, and the poverty. She will envelope you into the lives of these two women, sharing in their loss of one another.
A Sister’s Promise will remind you of how strong the bonds of family are. They will transcend time, distance, and any circumstances.
Thank you Bookoture and NetGalley for allowing me the priviledge an advanced copy of this wonderful book!
Favorite quote: “We waste the little time we are given in this world with material things, not the things that really matter, she thinks. And then when it is far too late, we long for one more moment together, a moment which, if bestowed, we will draw out and treasure, a moment in which we will say all those things left unsaid, a moment into which we will cram lifetime’s worth of good times.”
Now excuse me while I go call my sister!
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I’d say 3.5 -3.75 for this one. The story revolves around two sisters in a remote village in India in what I think is the state of Karnataka. Their beginnings are humble. They love one another dearly, despite their stark personality differences. During the teen years, however, their family is ripped asunder for reasons that would be spoilers in this review. Twenty-odd years pass before their paths would cross again, under dire circumstances.
I loved the depiction of the depths of a mother’s love, and how its intensity can produce both tenderness but as well, cold remove. Also well crafted was the atmosphere of village life, supportive and loving, but also insular, judgmental, with very black and white standards, with no room for any shade of grey.
Nearly every emotion, experience, or major event is described through the lens of the smells and colors of the village and India. This is engaging and evocative, and truly gave the reader a better sense of the atmosphere. However, for myself, at times I found the florid descriptions got in the way of my enjoying the tale. I found myself skimming them, hungrier for the next plot point than for another colorful description.
Good read.
Well written, good characterization. Enjoyed the cultural differences and mores of life in India.
Very touching story of how 2 sisters lives were affected by one boy that only thought of himself!
I enjoyed this book. it is about a relationship between two sister torn apart by one and cauing undue seperation for years. But brought back together because oa a life threatening illness of a family member.
Loved how she created the characters and described the county. She is The Queen of Adjectives.
I am liking it although it now feels a bit contrived but still having trouble putting it down. I do want to know how it develops, what happens to the characters, redeeming family love, feels almost like the young adult kids are too easily forgiving their parents their mistakes and lies…as a therapist I know people just don’t usually forgive or heal that fast.
The story this book portrayed was original and fabulous. Parts made me cry and other parts made me proud of Kushi. The events were so unpredictable that I was surprised at every turn. No matter what kinds of books you like, I’m sure you’ll enjoy this book. I am looking forward to reading other books written by Renita D’Silva.
I had a hard time identifying with characters so did not finish reading this book.