The Fostered Promise

Spencer Brothers #3.5

by Ana Ashley

It was easy to make the promise but much harder to keep it.
Everyone knows I'm in love with Drew…except Drew. I made a promise a long time ago, and if I break it, I will lose him, so I'm keeping my lips sealed.

The problem is that someone else is more than willing to put their lips on Drew, and let's just say that green is not a good color on me.

The Fostered Promise is a novella set in the Spencer Brothers world. Between cocktail lessons and cunning plans, you can expect romance, heat, fun, and confessions under the stars.

Genres: M M Romance, Friends To Lovers, Romance, Contemporary, LGBT, Audiobook, Novella

115 pages, Kindle Edition

Published February 7, 2025

About the author

Meet Ana Ashley, your friendly neighborhood romance author!
Ana has been lost in the pages of books for as long as she can remember, taking a few amusing missteps with her childhood writing attempts. But everything changed when she discovered the magical world of LGBTQ+ romance—cue the confetti!


Ana's books offer sweet and sexy romance with a charming mix of humor and heart. Getting her guys together wouldn't be the same without the meddling but well-intentioned cast of secondary characters, who always insist on having their own story.


When she’s not crafting heartfelt tales, you can find her indulging in her favorite pastime of baking delicious treats, enjoying quality time with friends, or staying up late immersed in the pages of a good book.

You can find out more about Ana and her works-in-progress by joining her Newsletter. To sign up visit Ana's website anawritesmm.com

Reviews

[Ana · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5⭐️ 1🌶️

[Fernanda Parente · Rating 5 out of 5]

OMG!!!!! I love this book, friends to lovers is always so sweet
Ana is one of my favorite author and this book is the most adorable story
All the Spencer bunch is here to help and that's a plus for me

[Axalia · Rating 3 out of 5]

Drew et West avec un culomètre à 🍑
📣 Livre reçu en service presse.

West est amoureux de Drew depuis si longtemps que tout le monde semble au courant. Une vente aux enchères, la jalousie et un danger imminent va rebattre toutes les cartes.

› Deux meilleurs amis déjà amoureux l'un de l'autre, on sait que ça va aller vite.
› D'ailleurs, tout le monde semble au courant, sinon ce n'est pas drôle.
› On se retrouve vite dans un mélange de quiproquos, de jalousie, de mauvaise communication, de mauvaise compréhension et de peur du rejet pour créer le schéma parfait qui va avec ce genre d'histoire.
› Rien de mieux qu'une bonne mise en danger pour que les sentiments soient révélés (enfin, presque, je me suis fait des frayeurs) !

Bref, je savais ce que j'allais lire avant même de commencer et je n'ai pas été déçu. Heureusement qu'ils sont liés tous les deux et que je voulais lire leur histoire depuis quelques tomes. Mais, il n'y a pas à dire, les frères Spencer vont me manquer !

[Virg Lecture · Rating 4 out of 5]

Après Adam et River, voici un nouveau best friends to lovers, cette fois dans un format court.

Drew et West ont grandi ensemble dans des foyers d’accueil. Devenus frères adoptifs de cœur, ils vivent aujourd’hui sous le même toit et mettent toute leur énergie dans la création d’une fondation destinée à aider des enfants qui ont traversé les mêmes épreuves qu’eux. Avec le soutien des frères Spencer, leur projet touche enfin au but.

Amoureux l’un de l’autre en secret, ils n’osent pourtant pas se l'avouer, de peur de briser le lien précieux qui les unit.

L’histoire est très classique, mais elle fonctionne bien dans ce format : on ne passe pas trop de temps à les voir se languir l’un de l’autre. Ici, c’était vraiment limite avant qu’ils ne m’exaspèrent définitivement ! Mais la plume lumineuse et joyeuse d’Ana Ashley apporte suffisamment de légèreté pour que le tout reste très agréable à lire.

Toujours un plaisir de croiser les frères Spencer, et l’humour de cette série continue de me séduire.

En conclusion, La promesse de Drew n’est pas une histoire qui révolutionne le genre, mais elle remplit parfaitement sa mission : offrir un moment doux, tendre et réconfortant, avec deux héros qu’on prend plaisir à voir enfin s’avouer leurs sentiments.

[Alchimia DelleParole · Rating 4 out of 5]

Drew e West sono cresciuti insieme restando uno la spalla dell’altro, l’appoggio necessario per sopravvivere quando sei solo al mondo. I bambini diventati ragazzi e ora uomini, erano davvero soli al mondo, senza una famiglia pronta a difenderli. Si sono trovati, si sono scelti e si sono dichiarati supporto eterno con il significato che può avere per due bambini che non conoscono nulla di più profondo dell’intesa che due fratelli di sangue possono avere.
Passano gli anni e oggi sono adulti, sono integrati nella vita di Cliffborough, lavorano e sono in prima linea nel volontariato per aiutare i bambini che come loro non hanno una famiglia.
Li avevamo già conosciuti nei precedenti libri della serie sui fratelli Spencer, erano presenti, sempre insieme, ma ognuno fermo nel suo lato del fiume, spaventato di rompere l’equilibrio vitale che stava vivendo.

Quando tutta la tua vita si basa solo sulla certezza di avere l’appoggio di quell’amico che chiamai fratello, anche se non condividete il sangue, né alcun documento, quando pensi che se lo perdessi resteresti solo al mondo, la paura dell’ignoto è più forte della volontà di buttarti e provare a vivere fino in fondo il desiderio che ti tiene sveglio di notte.
Drew e West si girano attorno, sono gelosi, ma non lo confessano, vorrebbero essere di più per l’altro, ma allo stesso tempo non trovano il coraggio di fare quel passo che sembra così rischioso.
Hanno provato la solitudine prima di incontrarsi… e se ci ritornassero?
Quando si vive un equilibrio così instabile, si deve sperare almeno nel destino, in un contendente che sventolando una lauta offerta crea scompiglio, negli amici che vedono tutto e cercano di creare l’occasione.
“
«Il pensiero di perderti, di rovinare ciò che abbiamo… mi paralizzava.»
“

Drew e West avevano un destino scritto dal giorno in cui si sono trovati, si sono visti e si sono promessi di essere una famiglia: ancora non sapevano che quella famiglia non li avrebbe visti nella parte di due fratelli!

Cara Ana, con questa novella saluteremo davvero Cliffborough? Se così sarà, aspetterò con ansia tue nuove ambientazioni e nuove storie che mi accompagneranno in letture dolci e intriganti.

Buona lettura!
Annalisa

[Bill Bottomley · Rating 5 out of 5]

I received a free copy. This review is submitted voluntarily.

Drew has been in love with West since forever. Those feelings were reciprocated. Unfortunately, neither was aware of the other’s love. As former foster children, they have set up a foundation for the benefit of current ones. In the previous volume, they succeeded in getting a hospital that had closed down. Now they needed funds to transform the building to suit their purposes. The book opens with the fundraiser that takes the form of an auction for services. Drew is offering a course in mixology and West has decided to bid for it. Unfortunately, he is unsuccessful and that results in his being jealous of the winning bidder, Patrick. We, of course, find out that Patrick is taking the course to impress another man, but West doesn’t know. They go through a series of missed opportunities to admit their feelings, including West being injured in a fire in the hospital, but eventually reach a happy ending.

Given that this is a novella, the plot is fairly straightforward with essentially no detours. The main characters are nice guys who tend to be clueless when it comes to the other’s feelings. They seek advice from secondary characters (most of whom we have met in previous volumes) but don’t particularly follow that what they are offered. This does contribute to a certain amount of suspense. One knows they eventually find out, but they keep missing opportunities. The secondary characters are quite boisterous, at least the ones we’ve seen before. This makes them quite a bit of fun. However, they do make substantial contributions to plot development.

I recommend this book, especially as it ends the series.

[Linda · Rating 5 out of 5]

Foster brothers need more!🙊

4.5🌟 stars
I really took to all of the basic elements of this novella. Friends with repressed feelings plot good; main characters West and Drew appealing with a poignant backstory as fellow fostered children who formed a bond to support each other; just a bit of steam to seal the deal but not really graphic; and a worthy cause they're both dedicated to support. It also had some scary drama, an interloping wealthy doctor who stirs the pot of jealousy, and those Spencer brothers in secondary roles.

That leads me to another plus for me; this could easily be read as a standalone without reference to the rest of the series. With a multi-volumed series, I often get frustrated remembering what I need to know from earlier books to understand what's going on. Not here.
But, for those who can't get enough of brash Noah Spencer and his brothers, this story adds a taste of them too.

My only issue: Drew and West hesitated speaking their feelings too often, even after they had convinced me they had gotten up the nerve!

I read a complimentary advance copy of the book; this is my voluntary and honest opinion.

[Kate · Rating 4 out of 5]

**********Contains Spoilers**********

I’m pretty new to Ana Ashley work and have enjoyed everything of hers that I’ve read so far. I really enjoyed this novella which is part of the Spencer Brothers Series. I usually don’t like novellas as there isn’t enough time to build up a relationship between the characters, so they’re instalove and don’t feel as realistic as a full length book. This one didn’t bother me like they usually do as Drew and West have been in each others lives for years, since they’re foster brother’s who have secretly been in love with each other for years thinking the other doesn’t think the same and didn’t want risk losing the other by telling them how they feel, as they’d rather have the other in their lives as best friends than not at all. Well not a secret from all their friends but they both have absolutely no clue how the other feels. I’m glad that they finally got there happily ever after and I thought that they were cute together. I’m looking forward to reading more books from Ana Ashley in the future. I’d definitely recommend this novella, series and author to everyone.

[Marika Schiavone · Rating 5 out of 5]

Avevo conosciuto Drew e West nel volume precedente della serie firmata Ana Ashley ed ero così curiosa che non avrei perso questo romanzo per nessuna ragione. Drew e West sono cresciuti insieme in affidamento e ne hanno passate tante. Anche se fratelli adottivi, West ha iniziato a provare dei forti sentimenti, più profondi della semplice amicizia, per Drew, suo migliore amico da che ha memoria. Rivelarlo a lui, però, potrebbe voler dire rovinare tutto ciò che hanno costruito insieme fino a questo momento e perderlo per sempre. Insieme, infatti, i due uomini hanno creato un progetto di vita per aiutare e dare supporto ai ragazzi in affido e senza famiglia. Quando, però, qualcuno mostra interesse per Drew, West deve prendere una decisione: continuare a soffrire di gelosia vedendo felice l'uomo che ama fra le braccia di un altro, oppure confessare finalmente i suoi sentimenti. Quale scelta farà West? Non vi resta che immergervi fra le pagine di Una promessa in affido e innamorarvi di questi due splendidi uomini. Conoscevo già la penna di Ana Ashley, resa benissimo dalla traduzione in italiano di Mary Vitrano, ed è sempre una certezza per me. I suoi Romance M/M sono una vera e propria coccola per l'anima, facendomi sempre sorridere ed emozionare con i suoi personaggi realistici e amabili. Impossibile, infatti, non affezionarsi e fare il tifo per vederli finalmente felici. Ho amato tantissimo sia West che Drew, hanno tutti e due un cuore enorme, sono pazienti e gentili, l'affetto e l'amore che li unisce è unico e raro. Tra le pagine di questa novella, autoconclusiva e ultima della serie, si assapora una grande storia d'amore, di quelle con la A maiuscola, con quel giusto pizzico di angst che mi ha tenuta sulle spine. Mi è piaciuto tantissimo anche ritrovare i Fratelli Spencer con i loro adorabili consorti, mi sono divertita tantissimo! Insomma, se siete alla ricerca di una storia frizzante, romantica e dolce, con due uomini meravigliosi che si amano alla follia e si completano perfettamente, non potete certo perdervi Una promessa in affido. E se ancora non avete letto e conosciuto il resto dei Fratelli Spencer, sono sicura che li adorerete tantissimo! Siete pronti a lasciarvi coccolare e a innamorarvi con West e Drew?
Per me sono 5 stelle senza dubbi!

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐/5

[Love Is All Around · Rating 4 out of 5]

RECENSIONE A CURA DI ELYXYZ
Questa novella conclude la serie sui fratelli Spencer, ma lo fa nel migliore dei modi, regalando al lettore una trama piacevole, con un po’ di dramma e parecchi turbamenti da parte dei protagonisti, ma soprattutto tanto amore da dare e ricevere.
Drew e West si sono conosciuti da ragazzini e sono cresciuti insieme, perché entrambi orfani presi in carico dal sistema di affidamento in case-famiglia. I due si sono giurati solennemente di sostenersi a vicenda, di legarsi come fratelli elettivi e di non rompere mai questa promessa.
Ed è proprio questa promessa fatta anni addietro a pesare sulle loro teste, ora che sono diventati adulti e vivono nella stessa casa. I due sono segretamente innamorati l’uno dell’altro, ma la paura di non essere ricambiati e di rompere così il loro legame è talmente forte che preferiscono struggersi in silenzio da anni piuttosto che mandare in frantumi il loro accordo speciale e il patto che hanno siglato.
Continua sul nostro blog!

[Xanthe · Rating 4 out of 5]

Yes!! Fans of the series will be so happy to finally have Drew and West's story! It's been simmering in the background of brothers books and now is their chance, but only if they finally take it.
Drew and West became foster brothers who promised to stay together always. However, feelings changed when attraction grew, on both sides, and now each man is pining for the other. Whilst it seems all of their friends know how they both feel, neither has a clue about the others feelings as they hold back due to fear of losing each other.
It's a sweet romance and a pretty low angst novella that wraps up the series. It's been a joy to read throughout and this book just perfectly finishes it off. I love that all of the Spencer brothers haven't changed, still as charming and invasive as ever, now just bringing their partners along for the ride.
Drew and West don't make things easy on themselves, even with this being a novella but, after a dramatic moment, we get there eventually and the final couple of the series gets their HEA.
I received an ARC and am happily giving a review.

[Lesetiger · Rating 5 out of 5]

🎧 Audiobook Review 🎧
Overall: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Performance: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️️
Story: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

I love the Spencer brothers series and I'm almost a little sad that it's coming to an end. You can read “The Forstered Promise” as a standalone, but I recommend reading the Spencer brothers series first, because that's where Drew and West make their first appearances.
If you love best friends to lovers stories, this is the one for you. Drew has been in love with West forever and has been sneaking around West for a while, but he doesn't have the guts to make the first move. Yes, the story is slow burn, but it's well done and yet at times I found myself itching to nudge the two of them. Because apparently everyone knows about their feelings, except them. West and Drew are likeable characters whose story I was looking forward to. I really like them and I enjoyed the development of their relationship.

As always, Alexander Cendese did a great job narrating the audiobook. He has a pleasant voice and reads vividly. It was a pleasure to listen to him!

[Cristina Fly Mosca · Rating 4 out of 5]

Buongiorno Peccatrici,
Siamo arrivati all'ultimo appuntamento con la famiglia Spencer e tutti gli amici che abbiamo conosciuto attraverso le avventure dei fratelli. "Una Promessa In Affido" è una novella i cui protagonisti sono Drew e West, che sono diventati fratelli grazie all'affido, e memori dell'esperienza difficile durante la loro crescita, hanno deciso di creare una fondazione per accogliere ed aiutare tutti quei ragazzi spaventati, persi, bisognosi come erano loro.
Sono aiutati anche dai fratelli Spencer in questo progetto, quando creano un'asta per raccogliere fondi, mettendo loro stessi e le loro abilità in gioco.
Entrambi si sono promessi che sarebbero sempre stati famiglia, sempre fratelli, uno per l'altro, ma col tempo qualcosa è cambiato e il sentimento da fraterno ha iniziato a diventare qualcosa di diverso. Drew non può esprimere i suoi sentimenti altrimenti perderà tutto....
recensione completa su PeccatriciLibrose.blog @PeccatriciLibrose.com
sempre complimenti per la traduzione a Mary Vitrano
buon viaggio ❤️ La vostra Fly

[Elyxyz Elyxyz · Rating 4 out of 5]

Recensione su copia ARC
Voto: 4+ su 5 stelle
Questa novella conclude la serie sui fratelli Spencer, ma lo fa nel migliore dei modi, regalando al lettore una trama piacevole, con un po’ di dramma e parecchi turbamenti da parte dei protagonisti, ma soprattutto tanto amore da dare e ricevere.
Drew e West si sono conosciuti da ragazzini e sono cresciuti insieme, perché entrambi orfani presi in carico dal sistema di affidamento in case-famiglia. I due si sono giurati solennemente di sostenersi a vicenda, di legarsi come fratelli elettivi e di non rompere mai questa promessa.
Ed è proprio questa promessa fatta anni addietro a pesare sulle loro teste, ora che sono diventati adulti e vivono nella stessa casa. I due sono segretamente innamorati l’uno dell’altro, ma la paura di non essere ricambiati e di rompere così il loro legame è talmente forte che preferiscono struggersi in silenzio da anni piuttosto che mandare in frantumi il loro accordo speciale e il patto che hanno siglato.
Non importa che gli amici comuni continuino a dire all’uno e all’altro che la loro rivelazione sarebbe ben accolta, i nostri testoni si macerano dei dubbi, nelle paure e nelle gelosie pur di non rischiare… fino a quando un evento imprevisto e drammatico non cambia le carte in gioco…
Non dirò altro per permettervi di gustarvi questa gradevole novella, che ho letto con vero piacere.
Sia West sia Drew sono due bravi ragazzi, con un cuore grande e tanta voglia di aiutare le persone svantaggiate, in particolare i giovani che sono in difficoltà come a suo tempo lo sono stati loro, per questo sono promotori di raccolte-fondi per creare un centro di accoglienza sempre migliore.
Ho amato ritrovare tutti i fratelli Spencer e i loro compagni pronti a sostenerli. È stato piacevole vedere le varie interazioni – a volte intromissioni – fatte con affetto e sincero interesse verso i protagonisti di questo volume che sono loro amici e colleghi.
Non mi resta che consigliarvi questa novella per continuità, benché sia autonoma, e di leggere anche i precedenti, se non l’avete ancora fatto.

[Isel4books · Rating 5 out of 5]

«Tu sei diventato la mia casa,» mormorò contro la mia pelle.

Mancavano loro e Ana ce li ha regalati così come sa fare lei, con una storia che ha emozionato e ci ha permesso di seguire i passi di West e Drew che non sono solo fratelli adottivi e amici, ma tanto tanto di più.
Il loro affetto fin da subito, crescendo si tramuta in altro, ma il terrore di perdere la loro amicizia li ha frenati facendoli soffrire.
Per fortuna ci sono gli amici, Noah e River hanno saputo essere la spalla giusta su cui piangere, l’orecchio attento a cui esternare il proprio segreto e la bocca della verità facendo sì che Drew e West decidessero di essere onesti con se stessi e aprirsi manifestando l’amore che alberga nel loro cuore.
Una novella che si legge velocemente e che lascia un senso di vero benessere nell’animo.
Da leggere e recuperare la trilogia con le altre due novelle annesse per chi ancora non l’avesse fatto.
A tutt* buona lettura e a presto.

[Vicki · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is the perfect ending to the Spencer Brothers series. Drew and West have been friends since their childhood days together in foster care. As they’ve grown so have the feelings they have for each other but neither wants to take the chance for more in case all is ruined. After an unexpected life changing event the communication barriers are broken down and these two wonderful men finally find themselves exactly where they want to be - together forever.
This novella was such a joy to read and I certainly had a few feels as Drew and West fumbled their way to an HEA. At times I wanted to just yell at them to communicate whilst also wanting to give them a big hug and tell them all would be ok. I read this in one sitting as I was pulled in from the very beginning by the fantastic main characters and of course the story telling ability of Ana Ashley.

[Ile Secci · Rating 4 out of 5]

Strana Family Book Blog
Questa novella è dedicata a Drew e a West, due fratelli affidatari che, oltre a essere migliori amici, provano sentimenti che vanno al di là del rapporto d'amicizia e di fratellanza. Non riescono a rivelare ciò che provano l'un l'altro, a varcare quell'immensa parete che loro stessi hanno involontariamente costruito, per non perdere ciò considerano famiglia. Sono dolci, sensibili e fortemente innamorati. Credetemi, vi stupiranno. Anche se non sono i fratelli Spencer, la penna di Ana ti fa sentire a casa, in quel luogo dove l'amore, in ogni sua forma, vince sempre. Unica pecca, ahimè, sono i refusi che, seppur pochi, hanno gravato sulla mia valutazione. Certa che questi verranno rimossi, vi consiglio la lettura di questa novella e dell'intera serie.
Valutazione: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spicy: 🌶🌶🌶
Emozione: 💘💘💘💘💘

[Sabrina · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great end to this series! We finally get Drew and West’s story. These two have been on our radar for a while now and it was clear how much they loved one another. But like Adam and River, they needed to admit to their best friend how they truly felt. Drew and West grew up together as foster brothers. Their lives have never been easy but at least they had one another. And they were determined to never let each other go. Their feelings have only become stronger and it is getting harder and harder not to admit they are in love with one another. And it’s only a matter of time until they are pushed to finally take the leap and hope it all works out. Loved these two! Their story was a perfect way to bring an end to this series.

[Heather MMRomanceReviewed]

Although this book can be read standalone, we do meet Drew and West as peripheral characters in the main Spencer Brothers stories, and you can see what is clearly evident to everyone around them... they need to get out of their own way... and something needs to give for them to be able to do that.

I won't spoil anything, but it gets to a point.. you know that point... and it's delicious to watch them...

If you love an oblivious best friends to lovers story that is a quick read, you can pick up the novella as standalone, but if you love watching them circle each other and pine, you can see their story develop over the entire series as a bonus to reading the amazing Spencer Brothers stories.

[Elle Kay · Rating 5 out of 5]

Drew and West’s story of mutual pining is beautifully crafted. You can feel the want emanating from both characters. This is, of course, all wrapped up in the hopeful work of the charitable foundation being set up.

Then Ashley proves she can write suspenseful scenes as well as she does romance. Holy crap but my heart was in my throat. The author has a real gift with drawing you into the scene and having you feel every emotion.

With appearances by Lex, Emery, Noah, River and Adam, this is a great series conclusion but still enjoyable as a standalone novella. The foundation being set-family aspect shines through, even for newbies. 5 stars.

[Jacquie Stewart · Rating 5 out of 5]

Best friends to lovers, foster brothers, found family, pining, there's a lot packed into this last novella in the Spencer Brothers series.

If you've read the 3 main books, you'll know Drew and West are on the edges of the group. They are Noah's friends because he volunteers with them at their charity. I wouldn't say it's necessary to have read those though, as most of the important details are mentioned in the novella.

Drew and West were great characters. I was invested in their relationship to the point I was getting ready to give them a push! Yeah, this is a slow burn, but it's worth it.

Loved the epilogue. Great way to end the series.

[Elaine Gray · Rating 5 out of 5]

Drew and West, once foster brothers who vowed to always stay together, find their relationship evolving as mutual attraction grows between them. Despite their feelings, both men hold back, fearing that acting on their emotions could ruin their bond. Their friends seem to know about their unspoken feelings, but Drew and West remain unaware of each other's desires. This sweet, low-angst novella concludes the series beautifully, offering a satisfying wrap-up. The charming Spencer brothers remain as lovable and intrusive as ever, now accompanied by their partners, making the story even more heartwarming.

[Heather Duff · Rating 5 out of 5]

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Two foster brothers, turned best friends, are simmering with mutual, but oblivious, pining.

I love BFFs pinning for one another. Especially when their friends know. And it’s completely understandable given their upbringing and promises to always be by each other's sides. It’s a lot to risk, but oh so wonderful when they do.

They are both wonderful guys, and it was a lot of fun watching them find their happy ever after.

[Metz874 · Rating 4 out of 5]

A perfect ending to the Spencer Brothers series. Drew and West are best friends and grew up in fostercare together. They catch feelings for each other and both are terrified to ruin their relationship with declaration of love. I was sitting on pins and needles waiting for them to get their act together and declare their love for each other.
And what a sweet ending it was. I couldn't put the book down and read it in one go. It gave me a warm feeling in my heart and put a smile on my face.
Ana Ashley has a wonderful way of telling her stories and I always enjoy her books.

[Mrs.V · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely adored this novella!
We’ve seen Drew and West in the background of the Spencer Brothers finding their HEA, and it was so lovely to finally see them stop dancing around each other and going for their own happiness.
While it’s absolutely crystal clear to everyone around them they are absolutely and totally in love with each other, both of them believe they are the only one pining for the other and are scared to make a move. It takes them the better part of the book, between fear and multiple interruptions at exactly the wrong moments, to finally own up to their feelings.
A perfect cherry on top of this great series!

[abookwithacupoftea · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very cute novella, about foster brothers, that are best friends, who have been in love with each other for years but did not act on it afraid that the other did not feel the same and afraid of loosing their friendship which is the most important thing in their life. I enjoyed the book even if it has a bit too much of non-communication for me.
It's an easy, entertaining read, with two very sweet main characters, concluding the Spencer Brothers story with a warm feeling of found family.

I got an ARC and this is my honest review.

[Books and Ko · Rating 4 out of 5]

Après la légère déception du tome précédent, c’est une autre affaire avec celui-ci. Je me suis régalée !
Drew et West sont hyper attachants et touchant de par leur histoire commune mais aussi dans leurs sentiments l’un envers l’autre. Mon cœur a fondu pour eux.
Certes leur histoire est courte mais l’intensité est là. Je suis passé par mille émotions en lisant leurs aventures et j’ai aimé cela.
Les frères Spencer ne sont jamais loin et tout ce beau monde pimente encore un peu plus cette histoire toute mignonne.
Une jolie façon de clôturer cette série.

[Mandy · Rating 5 out of 5]

I'm so glad that Drew and West got their own story, and it was terrific. They were secondary characters in the series but they so deserved their own happy every after. This best-friends-to-lovers tale was sweet, fun and emotional, and had just the right amount of angst to give the two of them the push they needed to be honest with each other. I loved it, and can highly recommend this novella as a great addition to the series.
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[Alias11 · Rating 5 out of 5]

I enjoyed this sweet friends-to-lovers MM romance. Drew and West had been dancing around each other for so long, I had almost given up on seeing them ever become more than friends. But Ana didn't let us down. This story is so sweet, with pining, secret feelings, secrets revealed, friendship, and love. I'm sad to see the series end, but this was a really great way to end it.

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[Amber · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great addition to the series!

I loved The Fostered Promise by Ana Ashley. It's the third book in the Spencer Brothers Novellas series. I loved Drew and West's story. It was short, it was sweet, and you just wanted to shake both of them and tell them to confess their feelings for each other already. I loved their foundation and the people that they could help with it.

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