Promise Me Tomorrow

“A gripping, heartrending, and yet ultimately hopeful journey of a family struggling with grief and autism.”–SOPHIA L HANSEN, critically acclaimed author of Water’s BreakSometimes the only way to hold on is by learning to let go.For sixteen-year-old Nina, communicating her emotions is ridiculously hard. She expresses those best through art, the one thing she’s good at. When she’s chosen to design the school mural, she’s ecstatic. It’s a chance to connect with Mom and make her proud, because even though they don’t always see eye to eye, Mom always loves Nina’s art. But Nina’s joy is cut short by the news that her mother’s cancer has returned, and this time it’s terminal.Nina can’t accept Mom’s decision to refuse further treatment. There must be a way to save her. If Mom won’t find it, Nina will.Consumed by her obsession to find a cure, Nina risks alienating the people she needs most—her friends, her family, and the boy who only wants to help.Is it better to let Mom make her own choices about treatment, or should Nina keep pressing for a miracle, even if it builds an emotional wall between them?“Promise Me Tomorrow takes a deep dive into the real struggles young adults face today—from the tension with family to the emotional rollercoaster of first love, while increasing awareness and understanding of sensory processing and autism spectrum challenges. Donna Jo Stone brings her characters to life through rich, detailed development, capturing the insecurities and angst of adolescence. Her portrayal of teens—especially Nina—feels authentic, focusing on what connects us.”–FELICIA BRIDGES,Award-winning author of the International Mission Force Series