‘A Hundred Sweet Promises’ by Sepehr Haddad. What is this, a greeting card gone wild? You’ve got roses, old photos, and a lace border – it’s like a scrapbook threw up all over it. We’ve got this serious-looking lady and a dapper gentleman, both looking like they’re from a time when you needed a permission slip to hold hands. And what’s with the tagline, ‘A Novel based on a true story’? Oh, good, more romance and drama based on real-life agony. The whole thing just screams ‘sentimental journey,’ doesn’t it? If you’re into grand historical romances with a dash of melodrama, then go ahead, dive in. Just don’t expect me to join you – I’ve got my own promises to break!”

Rating: ★★★☆☆ Summary: “A Hundred Sweet Promises” by Sepehr Haddad features a nostalgic, scrapbook-style cover that promises a historical romance filled with drama and sentimentality. Perfect for those who love a good trip down memory lane.