I Promise to Be Better

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 joins Shane on a military move to Germany. 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.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Erinn Keala is a self-published author who believes writing is one of the best forms of self-expression. This is her first, and perhaps only, novel – written from the depths of her worst memories in an effort to bring healing to herself and others.

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"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."

"This is a strikingly beautiful, shockingly raw, and heartbreakingly painful exploration of one person's journey through the valley of the shadow of toxic love. It is worth every moment you spend soaking it in."

"For anyone in a toxic relationship, this is a book to relate to and provide hope for the other side. To anyone with a loved one struggling in a toxic relationship, this book helps you understand why it’s so hard to leave and how to hold space for this loved one still in it. I haven’t read a book in two sittings in a long time. It’s that good. Just buy it. You won’t regret it."

"Unfortunately I fear most of us women have been through some version of the relationship in this book. Once I started reading, I just couldn’t put it down. This is my Roman Empire."

"If you want a book that is raw, unfiltered, and one of the most heart-wrenching yet empowering stories of overcoming an abusive relationship, then this is it. Caution: It’s not for the faint of heart."

"What truly sets this book apart is its authenticity. The author bares vulnerability that is both captivating and empowering. As I turned each page, I felt a deep connection to her story, as if her triumphs and struggles were my own. It's rare to come across a book that feels so personal yet universally relatable, and this book achieves just that."

"This is a book that you start reading and have difficulty putting down. Erinn takes us on a raw, highly emotional, gut-wrenching journey through addiction and recovery from a highly toxic and abusive relationship."