I Promised
978-5-6054836-1-8
Tonya, Stas and Dasha were brought together by a silly incident during a music lesson. None of them suspected that this was the beginning of a genuine, close friendship, complete with mutual support, walks, a shared chat group and visits to each other’s homes. One day, Tonya accidentally discovers something about her new friend’s life that makes her feel very uneasy. But she promised Dasha she’d keep quiet, and the weight of that vow presses down on her, giving her no peace. Now Tonya faces a decision: should she try to save someone dear to her, stand up for the truth, or pretend that nothing is happening?
The author, Anastasia Morozovskaya, speaks to teenagers in their own language, showing an understanding of their problems and anxieties. Her new book, “I Promised”, is about how difficult it is to face the world’s injustice for the first time and to stand up against it.
Age rating: 12+
♦ Winner of the “Salamandra” manuscript competition
♦ Listed in ‘The 100 Best Books for Children and Teenagers 2026’
The author, Anastasia Morozovskaya, speaks to teenagers in their own language, showing an understanding of their problems and anxieties. Her new book, “I Promised”, is about how difficult it is to face the world’s injustice for the first time and to stand up against it.
Age rating: 12+
♦ Winner of the “Salamandra” manuscript competition
♦ Listed in ‘The 100 Best Books for Children and Teenagers 2026’
