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Promises We Meant to Keep (Lancaster Prep Book 3) Kindle Edition

by Monica Murphy (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.0 out of 5 stars 3,675 ratings
New York Times bestselling author Monica Murphy returns to the glittering Lancaster world with the story of a damaged woman who gets her chance to redeem herself with the one man who's been in love with her forever...

Spencer Donato.

My brother’s best friend.

My dirty little secret.

We fell for each other at Lancaster Prep. Sneaking around. Not wanting anyone to find out. He was my first love, my protector, my knight in shining armor. We were made for each other, and I truly believed he was my forever.

But then I did the unthinkable, and betrayed him in the worst possible way. I thought I lost him for good…

Until I saw him at my brother’s wedding. Now he’s older. Crueler. Unbearably handsome. We’re drawn to each other still, but will Spencer be there for me when I need him the most? Or did I ruin us once again?

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Spencer Donato
My brother's best friend.
My dirty little secret. Promises We Meant to Keep
Lancaster Prep series

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I absolutely devoured this book!! Hands down 10/10 5 stars! Monica has done it yet again with bringing the Lancaster world to life!!! - Kira, Goodreads

Monica Murphy is a 1-click author for me, I read whatever I can get my hands on of hers, trust me, you should too! - Sandie C., Goodreads

Monica gave me everything I wanted, the spice, the banter, the plot, the cameos! It all comes together in a Monica Murphy fashion that you can't miss!!! - Andrea, Goodreads

This book did not disappoint and if you're a fan of first loves, friends to lovers with second chance then you'll absolutely love this one! - Jess, Goodreads

Grab this book. You will be surrounded by feels from beginning to end and that will undoubtedly make you smile. 5+++ stars!! - MJLovestoRead

Phenomenal story. This one kept me on the edge of my seat from beginning to end. Every single part of this story was fantastic and with every book we get I fall deeper in love with the Lancaster family! - Stacie R., Goodreads

This book is the perfect friends to enemies to lovers with all the stolen past moments intertwined, and I loved every minute of it. Well done once again M Murphy! - Sarah, Goodreads

This book was amazing I could not put it down once I started reading, I could not stop. - Molly, Goodreads

This story kept me flipping the pages, just to see what was gonna happen next. Must read for sure! - Lauren L., Goodreads

These two have a ton of chemistry, and I truly loved every page of their story! - Stacie C., Goodread

About the Author

Monica Murphy is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author. Both traditionally and independently published, she writes mostly new adult and contemporary romance. She’s also written as USA Today bestselling author Karen Erickson.

A native Californian, she lives in the middle of nowhere with her husband, children, one dog, and four cats. When she’s not writing, she’s thinking about writing. Or reading. Or binge-watching something. Or traveling.
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B09TWWY6FP
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Monica Murphy Publishing LLC
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  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ September 22, 2022
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 3.1 MB
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 424 pages
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  • Book 3 of 8 ‏ : ‎ Lancaster Prep
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Monica Murphy is a New York Times, USA Today and international bestselling author. She writes new adult, young adult and contemporary romance.

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Customers find this book to be the best in the series, with a heart-stopping saga of soulmates and amazing chemistry between Sylvie and Spencer. They appreciate the depth of the story, with one customer noting how it reveals more about the Lancaster family, while another mentions how it moves forward with the timeline. The character development receives mixed reactions, with some loving all the characters while others feel disconnected from them.

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31 customers mention "Story quality"31 positive0 negative

Customers love the story of this book, describing it as one of the best in the series with a great plot.

"...flashed back to Slyvie and Spencer at Lancaster prep tho and the story was okay but idk. Let’s see how Charlotte’s book is!" Read more

"...I’m just not a fan, but this book in particular was the best out of all of them I felt like there was more plot in the story compared to the other..." Read more

"This is definitely my favorite book of this series as I adore Sylvie and really, really love Spencer as they work through all the difficult life..." Read more

"...But there was a mystique to this story...." Read more

8 customers mention "Heartwarming story"8 positive0 negative

Customers describe this book as a heart-stopping saga of soulmates, with one customer noting the meaningful message it conveys.

"...of Spence and Sylvie will pull you under, and their journey together will make you smile, cry, and gasp in shock...." Read more

"...written and stunning story of struggle and strength that shines with a meaningful message that hits hard: Be kind as you don’t know what battles one..." Read more

"...These two are soul mates but Sylvie keeps sabotaging their relationship as she strives to live to her mother’s expectations...." Read more

"...I love the pull and the love that forms with Spencer and Sylvie. This is everything I wanted and more when it came down to Sylvie...." Read more

5 customers mention "Depth"5 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the depth of the book, with one customer noting how it reveals more about the Lancaster family and their relationships.

"...I did like the little glimpses into their past, showing how long they've been playing games with each other. Sylvie's mother was something else...." Read more

"...But I’m glad it continued showing the relationships between the Lancasters and how the family dynamic changed over the years." Read more

"...This book gave details of the past and the growth of the present. Also enjoyed other tidbits if the other Lancaster's!" Read more

"I liked the depth of this one. Not my fav of the series but I still loved it just as much" Read more

5 customers mention "Pace"5 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the pacing of the book, with one noting how it keeps them intrigued and turning pages, while another appreciates how it goes back and forth with the timeline.

"...I'm so glad Sylvie was able to overcome her traumas & move forward with life. Also, she & Spencer are sooo stinking cute!!..." Read more

"...I adored how this book started out and the flashbacks. It grabbed my attention immediately...." Read more

"...The mom story arc is crazy and keeps you intrigued and the pages turning. Certainly threw some Nate and Serena vibes... Loved it!" Read more

"...It was nice to catch up and be back in this world though. Interested to see what Carolina’s book will entail." Read more

5 customers mention "Sylvie"5 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate Sylvie's character development in the book, with one customer noting how the author redeems her character and another mentioning how she receives love and support throughout the story.

"...I love the dark twists and turns of this story. Nothing about Sylvie is boring, that is for sure...." Read more

"Loved Sylvie and Spencer’s story. Monica Murphy’s Lancaster Prep series is so addicting. I am loving each book...." Read more

"...The author did redeem Sylvie, who matured and became stronger. Readers did learn more about the abuse she suffered and how it shaped her...." Read more

"...I liked that Sylvie was redeemed a bit, and Spencer was a decent character, but not one that made me swoon...." Read more

4 customers mention "Beauty"4 positive0 negative

Customers find the book beautiful, with one customer noting its peaceful appearance.

"...He looks so peaceful. So beautiful. His dark brown hair tumbles across his forehead, and I long to push it back. Kiss his forehead...." Read more

"...A book so broken, beautiful, and brave that’s all the feels and all the things!..." Read more

"...All of them beautifully different. This story began in the first book of LANCASTER Prep, Things We Meant to Say...." Read more

"...Also, she & Spencer are sooo stinking cute!!..." Read more

3 customers mention "Chemistry"3 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the chemistry in the book, with one customer particularly appreciating the dynamic between Sylvie and Spencer.

"...They have always had amazing chemistry and just wait and see how it grows...." Read more

"...It grabbed my attention immediately. I also enjoyed the dynamic and chemistry of the Sylvie and Spencer, especially in the first half...." Read more

"...I wish we had more character development of Spencer. Their chemistry was hot and their relationship, destructive and toxic...." Read more

9 customers mention "Character development"6 positive3 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the character development in the book, with some loving all of them, while one customer felt very disconnected from them.

"...I was so swept away by this love story! It was so easy to become enamored with every character … possessed by every page … attuned to every word in..." Read more

"I’m in love with this series. That said, I just felt very disconnected from these characters...." Read more

"...She was so real, and I absolutely was rooting for her. And Spencer?! Gimme ALL the protective MMC vibes PLEASE! 🥵..." Read more

"...I liked that Sylvie was redeemed a bit, and Spencer was a decent character, but not one that made me swoon...." Read more

A heart-stopping saga of soulmates and second chances that’s simply irresistible!
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A heart-stopping saga of soulmates and second chances that’s simply irresistible!
“You’re my everything.” ➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖ Second chance romances are my weakness, speaking to my soul like no other, and Monica Murphy’s Promises We Meant to Keep was my kryptonite. I was so swept away by this love story! It was so easy to become enamored with every character … possessed by every page … attuned to every word in this emotionally-charged romance that’s EVERYTHING! Set in the New York City, Promises We Meant to Keep is a brother’s best friend meets second chance romance. Sylvie is a beautiful bird trapped in a gilded cage who grows her wings to break free. Spencer is her dark knight, her all alpha who knows her like no other. This hero and heroine are full of fire, drawn together like a moth to a flame, and I couldn’t help but feel the undeniable connection of these soulmates. I love how Monica Murphy creates strong heroes and even stronger heroines who can go toe to toe with anyone. I didn’t just read and feel this heroine’s story; I became her. I bled this beautiful and brave woman who battles demons and defines survival and strength. Sylvie was my hero and she felt so real ... so relatable. I think many of us have a bit of Sylvie in us—layers of struggle and strength as we try to fight the weights of the past, grabbing life rafts, as we work to survive and embrace life. Promises We Meant to Keep is so much more than a brother’s best friend romance. It’s a smartly written and stunning story of struggle and strength that shines with a meaningful message that hits hard: Be kind as you don’t know what battles one’s fighting. A book so broken, beautiful, and brave that’s all the feels and all the things! This heart-stopping saga of soulmates and second chances is simply irresistible. 💋💋💋💋💋 ruby red kisses
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  • Ashley M Fritz
    5.0 out of 5 stars A second chance that's more than deserved!
    Reviewed in the United States on September 23, 2022
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    Since Things I Wanted to Say (But Never Did) we've had a view of Sylvie as someone who can't be trusted. When we get to see her from her own perspective, it's partially true, but the whole story is so heartbreaking. From the first chapter you will learn that Sylvie has been in danger her whole life, that she's been telling horrible truths disguised as melodrama, exaggeration, and "lies." All she's ever been asking was for someone to believe her, and even the love of her life let her down. Spencer and Sylvie both needed to do some maturing before they can be together, and we see the before and the after.

    Honestly it's hard to write this review without spoilers because even though truths are revealed early, you need to come into them with no knowledge and get your heart broken by them.

    Spencer and Sylvie have been a thing since they were kids - even though he came from money he was never considered good enough for her, and the fact that he was her brother's best friend meant there was further tension that had them keep what they had a secret. Even as adults, there's an almost frightening intensity to their need for each other, and their need to be what the other person wants. It gets Spencer to take a hard look at his life choices, and makes Sylvie step up and be accountable for her actions and own her choices. At the end of the day though, this hurts because Sylvie is not healed by the end of this book - there's hope and possibility, but I love that we don't have this perfect bow as if love could "fix" her when what she endured was so intense. I also love that Sylvie is a character who sets boundaries to maintain her wellness - even when she's trying hard to stand on her own feet, she accepts that sometimes she needs Spencer to do things for her, and it isn't weak to need someone in that way. I definitely recommend being aware of content warnings if you want to go into this with a healthy mindset.

    I cannot stress this enough: the intensity of Spence and Sylvie will pull you under, and their journey together will make you smile, cry, and gasp in shock. I never could have seen the end to this coming, and I definitely did not see how much I would like Sylvie by the end of it. It's been a long time since I've read a character that I so desperately want only good things for.

    This is on par with the riot of emotions of Whit Lancaster's story - Sylvie is undoubtedly a Lancaster, with a life full of intrigue, chaos, and a love that is as unshakable as it is intense.
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  • El
    4.0 out of 5 stars Sylvia and Spencer
    Reviewed in the United States on June 18, 2025
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    I have mixed feelings on this book. I think I would have like the story better if it had been the second book in the series. I feel underwhelmed after the last two books with Summer and Whit and Crew and Wren there stories were soooo good! I like the parts when they flashed back to Slyvie and Spencer at Lancaster prep tho and the story was okay but idk. Let’s see how Charlotte’s book is!
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  • Sindy Rodriguez
    3.0 out of 5 stars the best out of the series
    Reviewed in the United States on January 4, 2025
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    I only honestly have had to force myself to finish the rest of the series because I’m just not a fan, but this book in particular was the best out of all of them I felt like there was more plot in the story compared to the other ones. I also feel like the relationship between Sylvie and her mom is what some actually go through in life which I feel like it’s good representation for overbearing jealous parents. I overall liked seeing her growth throughout the story
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  • Kindle CustomerJoanie B.
    5.0 out of 5 stars "Promises We Meant To Keep" *****
    Reviewed in the United States on April 15, 2025
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    This is definitely my favorite book of this series as I adore Sylvie and really, really love Spencer as they work through all the difficult life situations they have had to cope with. I'm hoping to read more about them in Books 4 and 5. *****
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  • Courtney
    4.0 out of 5 stars Must read
    Reviewed in the United States on July 19, 2023
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    Knowing the “why” to justify people’s actions, is a luxury some take for granted. Sometimes, there isn’t one. And that’s terrifying. While other times, you just don’t need the “why”.

    Sylvie and Spencer’s relationship is toxic beyond belief. Yet, they can’t stay away from each other. Syl trying to heal herself from her past and the controlling, manipulative relationship she had with her mother. While Spencer has turned into a more bitter, ruthless person who tries to forget the magnetic force she has on him.

    The weight this story holds goes beyond anything I could ever imagine. Not only with Sylvie living with the knowledge and assumptions by herself, but then to be blatantly screaming for help in her own way and not being hard? Just crushed my heart.

    “That’s what I call her, when I have her in my arms, my lips on her neck, breathing in her delectable scent. She’s an angel. Heaven sent. With a sweet mouth and flashing blue eyes and the evilest laugh. That’s why it’s fun to call her my angel. Sylvie Lancaster is really the devil in disguise.”

    “I like that you think I’m strong.” Her smile is big, and she tips her head back, staring up at the stars since there’s no roof over this part of the building. “You make me feel even stronger.”

    “I swore this school year would be better, but it’s still all the same. All the time. She won’t leave me alone. I don’t feel normal. Ever. I don’t even know what that means or what it’s like. But being with you, and hanging out with Summer…you both help me forget who I really am.” Her smile is small. Sad. “A broken little doll with nothing to live for.”

    “Did you want to be found?” Spence asks, his voice as soft as mine. I slowly shake my head. “Only by you.”

    “My senses are buzzing, fully awake and attuned to this woman, and I understand completely why I came here. Why I sought her out. I’m still in love with her. Like a complete dumbas s.”

    “You are jealous,” I murmur as I sit at the table, reaching for the cup of coffee waiting for me. I bring it to my lips and take a sip, pleased to find it’s exactly as I like it. “You’re the one I was on my knees for yesterday. Don’t forget that.”

    “You are the only person in this entire world who makes me feel safe, Spence. Only you.” He leans in, nuzzling my cheek, his mouth at my ear. “I would destroy this entire world if it meant keeping you safe.”

    “You belong to me,” he whispers in my ear, his hands on my hips guiding me. “There is nothing I won’t do for you, Syl. Not a single thing. You’re my everything.”
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  • Amy Booksaddict
    3.0 out of 5 stars 3.5 ⭐️
    Reviewed in Spain on September 28, 2023
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    It was so cool to be inside this world once again!! If you read book one on the series, we all know that Sylvie was kinda the villain in that book, which made me hesitant to read her story.

    But im glad i gave it a chance to see her redeem her actions. Tbh I pitied her and what she has been thru. She was abused by her own mother and neglected by her family. For that, she was toxic to everyone who was kind to her, which is understandable.

    Im glad she found Spencer Donato who has always been there for her. The thing is that for years she used him and never took him serious. As the story starts, they reconnect again and they get to have a second chance.

    Tbh im quite picky when it comes to romance, so this time I didn’t connect with these two as I wanted to. Yes, they deserved to be together, but their romance was quite bland. No emotions at all, which made me just like them, not love them as the previous couples.

    Just so yk, the story fully evolves about Sylvie and her relationship with her mother, more than the romance itself. The story behind it, is quite original, i just didn’t like the conclusion, it was too rushed.

    Honestly, I think Monica has better stories worth the read. It was cute, but not perfection to my taste.
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  • Nastia
    4.0 out of 5 stars Promises we meant to keep
    Reviewed in Belgium on December 18, 2024
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    I’m satisfied, the delivery was quick and the book has a great condition
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  • Booktravert
    5.0 out of 5 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
    Reviewed in Canada on September 23, 2022
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    The story of Sylvie and Spencer is one of heartbeak and angst and so many twists. In the end it is also a story of redemption and true love. Great read.
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  • Poorvi
    5.0 out of 5 stars Love them!!
    Reviewed in India on October 24, 2024
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    I loved this book more than I expected! The growth of both characters really stood out to me. I appreciated how she began making decisions for herself, rather than seeking her mother’s approval or trying to provoke her. Some scenes made me cry a bit.

    The wedding scene was beautifully done! Love that she wore the red dress for herself.

    I already disliked her mother in the first book, but her actions in this one—especially in the final scene—horrified me.

    The cameos from Whit and Summer as a couple and as parents were delightful; I love Whit and he a good brother.

    I also loved the brief appearance of my favourite book couple, Crew and Wren.
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  • Nicky Price
    5.0 out of 5 stars A must read loved it.
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 24, 2022
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    Monica Murphy returns to the glittering Lancaster world with the story of a damaged woman who gets her chance to redeem herself with the one man who’s been in love with her forever...

    What a book the journey Sylvie took through the pages will melt your heart.

    Sylvie Lancaster the poor little rich girl that had all she wanted so people would say, but no one know's what goes on behind closed doors.

    The only outlet Sylvie had was Spencer Donato her brother Whit's best friend. He was her security and he made her feel safe, but all that changes when Sylvie betrays him and breaks his heart.

    No one knows the pain and insecurities Sylvie has and that is all thanks to her evil mother, she trusts no one and just wants to left on her own until she finally meets the only man she has ever loved once again at her brother wedding.

    Let's just say the sparks are still there for Sylvie and Spencer and as you turn each page you will find out why, they was made for each other he is willing to stand by her and do whatever it take to make her happy and smile once again. And no one will mess with the women he has always loved who he will protect know matter who they are he will protect what is his at all costs.

    A must read a page turner and lots of angsty moments in this book, but what a great read will Sylvie and Spencer get the HEA they deserve ? I guess you will have to read it to find out.
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