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A Sister's Promise (Sisters Series Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Karen Lenfestey (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
3.9 out of 5 stars 2,181 ratings
Kate Hopper can list a million reasons why she doesn’t have kids. No, more like reasons why she shouldn’t have kids: genetics, a dysfunctional family, and ultimately, the fear that she wasn’t cut out to be June Cleaver or Carol Brady or Claire Huxtable. TV moms always made it look so easy, but Kate knows better.

When Kate’s little sister, Joely, refuses a medical treatment because it will leave her infertile, Kate is willing to say anything to save her sister’s life—even promising to have a baby. Kate decides to keep her rash words a secret from her husband until she can figure out whether she really wants to be a mother. Especially since they agreed their marriage would remain childless.

A sister’s promise and a wife’s promise: Kate must break one. Should she risk everything she has for the unknown?
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Karen Lenfestey, a Midwest Writer's Fellowship winner, studied communication at Purdue University and received her counseling degree from Indiana University. Check out her semi-humorous "Thoughts on Motherhood" blog and webpage at: www.karensnovels.com

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B004C44P38
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  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ November 12, 2010
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2.7 MB
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 349 pages
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  • Book 1 of 3 ‏ : ‎ Sisters Series
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Award-winning author Karen Lenfestey writes "Happy Endings with a Twist." With tenderness and humor, Karen examines the complicated relationships between husbands and wives, brothers and sisters, and of course, mothers and their children.

"Lenfestey is a charming writer. . .with a gift for storytelling." --Glo Magazine

Karen loves to hear from readers on GoodReads, FaceBook and at www.karensnovels.com.

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Customers find the book well-written and engaging, particularly appreciating the story of two sisters bonding and its emotional depth. Moreover, the series receives positive feedback, with one customer noting it serves as a great segue into the second book. However, the writing quality and character development receive mixed reviews - while some find it beautifully written and relatable, others say it's not well written and the characters are unlikeable. Additionally, the pacing is criticized for being too slow and having too many subplots.

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168 customers mention "Readability"149 positive19 negative

Customers find the book well written and engaging, with one mentioning it's an easy vacation read.

"I loved it, Kate and Joely touched my heart. Kate a high school counselor, Joely an artist and more easy going, more relaxed in her life...." Read more

"...Character development is so clever and so well done, you will love the sisters Kate and Joely...." Read more

"...Great Book!! This is a story that shows the love between two sisters. One has Lupus, the other one a husband...." Read more

"I enjoyed much of the story. I "got" that Kate (35) had difficulty letting her sister, Joely (33), make her own decisions...." Read more

111 customers mention "Story quality"79 positive32 negative

Customers love the story of two sisters bonding, with multiple plot twists and a satisfying ending.

"...So much going on...lots of twists and turns that keep you on your toes! Enjoyed this book and would highly reccomend it." Read more

"I would call this book romantic fiction. The story is definitely heavy on interpersonal relationships...." Read more

"The storyline was good. It centered on the bond between two sisters, at the same time touching on more sensitive topics like genetics, to have or..." Read more

"...It was confusing and the story didn't flow smoothly." Read more

14 customers mention "Emotional depth"11 positive3 negative

Customers appreciate the emotional depth of the book, with one customer noting how it made them cry, while another mentions how it causes soul searching.

"I loved it, Kate and Joely touched my heart. Kate a high school counselor, Joely an artist and more easy going, more relaxed in her life...." Read more

"...It's a good book which touches your emotions. The ending was completely unexpected." Read more

"...There is love,mystery, joy,sadness,& humor. I loved it so much I finished it in 2 days & couldn't wait to start the next book in the sister series." Read more

"...I thought the main character Kate and her sister were annoyingly emotionally immature and made some very questionable choices at times...." Read more

12 customers mention "Series content"12 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the series content, with one customer noting it serves as a great segue into the second book and another mentioning there are two more books to follow.

"...Loved the ending and want to read the sequel." Read more

"I enjoyed this book so much and want to read the next one. I felt the story was believable and you felt for the characters...." Read more

"...is easy to read and I was happy to discover that there is a sequel to this book also!" Read more

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49 customers mention "Writing quality"34 positive15 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the writing quality of the book, with some finding it beautifully written and easy to read, while others note that it is not very well written and contains too much repetition.

"...It is not sexually explicit or full of foul language. It is very well written and edited (well done!)...." Read more

"...I really enjoy Karen Lenfestey`s writing...." Read more

"...It was confusing and the story didn't flow smoothly." Read more

"...The writer creates an interesting life for this story of choices to be made, family dynamics and consequences of these choices." Read more

42 customers mention "Character development"20 positive22 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the character development in the book, with some finding them relatable and dimensional, while others describe them as unlikeable.

"...Though I thought the writing was good. I felt the characters were a little flat. Kate is supremely wishy washy and a pushover...." Read more

"...Character development is so clever and so well done, you will love the sisters Kate and Joely...." Read more

"I did finish this book, but the characters were hard for me to believe...." Read more

"...creates an interesting life for this story of choices to be made, family dynamics and consequences of these choices." Read more

19 customers mention "Book pacing"3 positive16 negative

Customers criticize the book's pacing, finding it too predictable with too many subplots, and one customer notes that the story and dialogue feel extremely contrived.

"...There were too many subplots, in addition, and the author didn't do a very good job keeping the story moving...." Read more

"Book was not realistic. There is no way a person could hold a job acting like that. The sister bond was ok." Read more

"...The plot did thicken, of course, and ultimately I was surprised at the outcome." Read more

"...Third, the story and dialogue was extremely contrived. I will not be reading more books in this series." Read more

11 customers mention "Pace"3 positive8 negative

Customers find the pace of the book too slow and rushed.

"...It starts off slow and has trouble picking up the pace...." Read more

"I liked the book until the last chapter. It was rushed and seemed obvious that the author just decided to end it all of a sudden...." Read more

"...This book is excellent and a little longer than a quick read...." Read more

"...Parts of the book were slow but I waited it out and it became a book I would recommend to others...." Read more

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  • LindaZ
    5.0 out of 5 stars I loved it, Kate and Joely touched my heart
    Reviewed in the United States on September 9, 2016
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    I loved it, Kate and Joely touched my heart. Kate a high school counselor, Joely an artist and more easy going, more relaxed in her life. These sisters endured a lot of heartache at such an early life...Kate the in controlled older sister felt she had to watch and protect her little sister. Both have a lot going on in their lives...Joely after learning of her lupus...a disease that they learned was the cause of their mothers own death. So much going on...lots of twists and turns that keep you on your toes! Enjoyed this book and would highly reccomend it.
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  • Shari in OH
    4.0 out of 5 stars Great story!
    Reviewed in the United States on October 12, 2016
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    I would call this book romantic fiction. The story is definitely heavy on interpersonal relationships. This book is excellent and a little longer than a quick read. Character development is so clever and so well done, you will love the sisters Kate and Joely. My only complaint and the reason for the 4 stars instead of 5 is the ending is abrupt. This book does deal with issues like chronic illness, physical and sexual abuse, drug abuse, smoking and pre-marital sex and pregnancy. It is not sexually explicit or full of foul language. It is very well written and edited (well done!). The story continues in a second book about Joely called "What Happiness Looks Like". I think just about anyone who enjoys romantic fiction, female fiction, books about teachers or books about someone with lupus will enjoy this book!
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  • NenetteU
    3.0 out of 5 stars Good but ending was rushed
    Reviewed in the United States on August 30, 2011
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    The storyline was good. It centered on the bond between two sisters, at the same time touching on more sensitive topics like genetics, to have or not to have children, child abuse, school politics. I also liked the flow of the story, except that I felt that the ending was a bit rushed or sudden. Probably the author wanted to put in some element of surprise there; but I was more disappointed than surprised. There was a lot of nice scenes, a lot of details in the earlier chapter, and I felt that these were all for nothing for such an abrupt ending.

    I'm still giving it 3 stars to be fair, as it took me more than a week to finish it. I figure it was my busy weekday schedule that prevented me from finishing sooner as I was able to do so during the long weekend break. It might have had a different effect if I had read through it without so much breaks in between.
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  • J. M. Florence
    5.0 out of 5 stars A Sister's Promise
    Reviewed in the United States on February 3, 2016
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    I had never read anything by Karen Lenfestey before, but I will again. Great Book!!
    This is a story that shows the love between two sisters. One has Lupus, the other one a husband. The sick sister wants a baby more that anything. The other one has promised her husband that they will remain child free. The sick sister is relentless in her quest for a child which puts her sister right in the middle of her and her husbands wishes.
    This book shows the problems and struggles they go through, and how it is solved.The problem does get solved though,
    with a surprise ending. I am pretty good at figuring out endings, but this one throw me.
    A great book. I am so glad I read it.
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  • Gloria Antypowich
    4.0 out of 5 stars A Great Read!
    Reviewed in the United States on March 2, 2012
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    This was a wonderful story of sisters, bound even closer than normal, by the child hood they shared; as well as their DNA.

    I loved these two right from the start. Joely is faced with circumstances that would be daunting to many. She projects her dreams onto her sister Kate, hoping to live vicariously through her and enjoy an experience that she feels will never be her own.

    But Kate and her husband have their own vision of life and it is not in line with Joely's plans.

    I believe there are three truths about every situation in life; yours, mine and the absolute truth! I felt Kate was caught in that scenario. Joely thought she knew what she wanted , Kate and her husband thought they wanted something very different. In the end Kate had to discover what she really wanted and make a decision that was not based on Joely or Mitch`s wishes.

    I loved the way this book ended. In real terms, life and relationships can take unpredictable turns;this was true in "A sisters Promise".

    I really enjoy Karen Lenfestey`s writing. I read "What Happiness Looks Like" first, and I liked it so much that I wanted to read "A Sister`s Promise" to get full picture of Joely and Kate`s story. I was not disappointed and I would recommend that anyone interested read both of them!
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  • LisaD
    3.0 out of 5 stars Good story, but sometimes confusing
    Reviewed in the United States on August 29, 2017
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    I enjoyed much of the story. I "got" that Kate (35) had difficulty letting her sister, Joely (33), make her own decisions. Given their losing their parents when they were kids and being taken in by their aunt (who made it obvious how much she resented them, and uncle, who didn't get involved much, Kate was still acting in the "mother" role, which she adapted after they lost their parents. What I liked was the growth they each displayed throughout the story as they handled Joely's lupus and Kate's hope for tenure as a high school guidance counselor in her fifth year on the job.

    What I found most disconcerting about the writing was that there was no hint at how much time had passed from one paragraph to another. It was confusing and the story didn't flow smoothly.
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  • Susan Taylor
    5.0 out of 5 stars Sisterly Love
    Reviewed in the United States on January 25, 2016
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    Joely, who has Lupus, extracts a promise from her older sister to have a baby. The sister is content with the upper middle-class life that she has with her husband. Despite deciding to have a childless marriage, she changes her mind, causing her husband to leave temporarily.
    There are several sub-plots involved in the book as well. It's a good book which touches your emotions. The ending was completely unexpected.
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  • Joan Gardner
    5.0 out of 5 stars Sister love is unique
    Reviewed in Canada on September 21, 2017
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    Very heart warming. What a sister would do for another!!
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  • snowdrop1941
    5.0 out of 5 stars Very moving
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 1, 2017
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    I gave this book five stars because it was an enthralling read. I liked the different personalities of the two sisters and how they dealt with life's problems. It had several twists that surprised me and kept my interest throughout. I want to read more about Joley and Kate.
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  • Linda
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great read
    Reviewed in Australia on October 27, 2017
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    Quite a long ebook which was a nice change. The story of the two sisters was well written and a paper turner. Can't wait to read the second book in the series
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  • Jane Welsh
    4.0 out of 5 stars sisterly love
    Reviewed in Canada on January 24, 2016
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    I enjoyed this book very much. The support the sisters shared is a goal most sisters don't reach. I understand much more about lupus and its effects and the stamina needed to deal with it. I am also once again amazed at the fact that wrong doing is so often ignored as that is the "easy" solution, not the " right" solution. I am left wanting to know how the story goes on.
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  • Alis Page
    4.0 out of 5 stars Touching and Heartfelt
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 8, 2023
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    Sister's Promise" by Karen Lenfestey is a touching and heartfelt novel that explores the enduring bond between sisters. With its relatable characters, emotional depth, and themes of love and resilience, this book is a moving portrayal of family and the power of sisterhood.
    Lenfestey skilfully weaves together the 2 sisters, individual journeys, highlighting the strength of their connection and the sacrifices they make for one another.
    One of the greatest strengths of "A Sister's Promise" is the authentic portrayal of the sibling relationship. Lenfestey captures the complexities and nuances of sisterhood, from shared secrets and unbreakable bonds to moments of conflict and rivalry. The characters are well-developed and relatable, making it easy to invest in their stories and root for their happiness.
    The emotional depth of the book is another standout aspect. Lenfestey tackle’s themes of loss, forgiveness, and personal growth with sensitivity and grace. The raw emotions portrayed throughout the narrative resonate with readers, allowing them to connect deeply with the characters and their experiences.
    Lenfestey's writing style is engaging and flows smoothly, making it a pleasure to read. The pacing is well-balanced, allowing the story to unfold at a satisfying pace. The author's attention to detail brings the settings to life and enhances the overall atmosphere of the novel.
    In conclusion, "A Sister's Promise" is a poignant and uplifting novel that celebrates the power of sisterhood. Karen Lenfestey's ability to capture the complexities of familial relationships and evoke genuine emotions is commendable. If you enjoy stories of love, resilience, and the unbreakable bonds of family, "A Sister's Promise" is a book that will tug at your heartstrings and leave you with a renewed appreciation for the power of sisterly love.
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