Promise

by Peter Sherlock

A dark tale of obsession and deception that explores an unlikely friendship between two boys from a stuffy suburban grammar school. Nick, a shy and bookish misfit, falls under the influence of his charismatic classmate, Nathan, who revels in his position at the top of the school social hierarchy. During an intoxicating and claustrophobic summer, the pair’s initial coolness turns to mutual fascination and attraction. Too easily seduced by his new friend’s privileged lifestyle, Nick colludes in a tragic event that will change the course of his life forever.

121 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 20, 2012

Reviews

[Jack · Rating 2 out of 5]

A kind of coming of age story about some middle class sixth formers. The plot was good but the characters were all unlikeable.