This novel is a beautiful exploration of sisterly relationships and the many ways we can disappoint our families. Aurora and Zahra are two fully-fleshed-out characters with deep wounds and misconceptions about one another.

I love a road trip story, and while this is a serious road trip (going together to see their dying father for an important piece of news), there is plenty of humor and heart woven in along the way. The very different experiences each sister had with their shared father while growing up come to play, and both sisters are grappling with their own personal crises.

If you love layered family stories with betrayal, lies, and forgiveness, I highly recommend Trust Me On This. Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC of this novel.

This book is such a joy to read, while also being real and emotional and exploring themes like forgiveness and loss and what it means to be a family. I loved the road trip backdrop and the sister dynamic, and the bonus of a romantic thread (because who doesn't love a good love story tucked into a family story?). You will fly through this while savoring some truly beautiful lines and excellent storytelling by Parvizi, and much like the sisters, be changed by the journey you embark on together. I loved it.

Well written and nicely buit up plot. This is a true five star read! Thanks to NetGalley, the publisher and the author for a chance to read this book.

4,5/5
Trust Me On This by Lauren Parvizi tells the story of two half-sisters who go on a road trip to visit their ill father. Along the way, they learn more about each other, their feelings and experience personal growth.
This was my first book by this author and I'm eager to read more of her work. I enjoyed both sisters' characters, though I could relate more to Zahra. I felt that the first half of the book was a lil bit slow-paced, the second halt had a much better flow. The author's writing style is smooth and very easy to read. And of course, the cover is absolutely stunning.
I'd recommend this book to anyone who enjoys stories about family relationships and personal growth.
Thank you to NetGalley and Lake Union Publishing for providing me with this wonderful book. All opinions are my own.
P.S. The author seems to have a fondness for the phrase "firmly but not unkindly" - I couldn't help but notice it!

Emotional in a good way. The story kept me turning the page, wanting to know what the sisters learned about themselves, their dad, each other, who they were and could be in the world. I love how the description of food is weaved throughout the book. And my gosh, that cover art is so good. Perfectly OK to judge this one by the cover. But don’t forget to open it and devour it’s beautiful writing.

Wow wow wow. Such an amazing book. I think it’s the first book from here that really kept me so entertained, and so connected to the characters. The whole book is written in a passive way, but somehow you’re able to really feel what these characters go through and the complexities of life, feelings, family and relationships. I’ll give a full review on Goodreads but this book, I really enjoyed. I wish this author succes with this book, because it’s really such a nice read. Thank you Netgalley and thanks to the publishing team for gifting me this amazing book.

This is a deeply emotional story about sisters traveling to see their dying father. Along the journey they start to rebuild their friendship and learn about each other.
These are great, eccentric characters who have a lot of depth.
We learn a lot about both of them along their journey and how they continue to move forward in life.

Thanks NetGalley for this ARC.

Another great book from Lauren Parvizi. This was well written, and I really liked the individual journeys of the main characters.

I had so much fun with this book I truly think it’s a 4.5 ⭐️

I really enjoyed the road trip format of the book and the sister aspect of it. Zahra was fr an op in the beginning I was annoyed I’m not gonna lie but also my gosh Aurora 😭 girl STAND UP.

All of that to say, their road trip stops and encounters were a real slice of life letting us explore their lives and characters a little more. Zahra’s back story and inner thoughts really did allow me to empathize more with her. I loved seeing the relationship between sisters grow as well as the personal developments in the end. However, like another reviewer, I felt the final reveal from the dad was a bit … okay? I said jokingly earlier on while reading “what if he isn’t even their dad” so it was a tiny bit predictable? Idk, just my thoughts.

Also hellloooo breakfast at Tiffany’s reference with the cat with no name.

Thank you NetGalley for this ARC!

In this captivating road-trip story of two sisters struggling to find their way, Parvizi writes characters you can't help but fall in love with. On the surface, reserved and responsible Zahra couldn't be more different from perky, carefree Aurora, and their relationship has been strained since childhood. But when their father's illness forces them to drive together from Los Angeles to Seattle, they discover they need each other more than they ever thought.

I'm a sucker for sister stories (probably because I have two brothers but always longed for a sister), and I loved this book! It's the kind of novel that grabs your emotions and won't let go, and then you force yourself to read more slowly at the end because you don't want it to be over. This is a dual point-of-view novel, and Parvizi does a fabulous job writing from the sisters' opposite perspectives. Initially, I found myself relating more to Zahra (and even feeling a little annoyed at bubbly, devil-may-care Aurora), but once I read a few of Aurora's chapters, I totally understood where she was coming from and appreciated the glimpse inside an extrovert's mind. I also love Parvizi's writing style—fast-paced and utterly readable, but also unexpectedly descriptive with an emotional punch.

Highly recommend this book to anyone, but especially readers who like sister stories, road trip books, and poignant family drama!

Trust Me On This by new to me author L. Parvizi, published by Lake Union Publishing is the story of a beautiful journey. A journey of love, growth, finding themselves and much more.
I loved the book from strt till the last page, 4.5 stars.
Blurb: Two half sisters on a road trip to see their dying father end up miles from where they expected in an emotional novel about secrets, forgiveness, and what it means to be family by the author of La Vie, According to Rose.
Zahra Starling and her younger half sister, Aurora, have nothing in common. Not their childhoods or their personalities. And certainly not their outlooks. After a terrible loss, Zahra prefers the solitude of her LA kitchen to people, especially family. Bubbly Aurora, a rising Hollywood starlet, has everything she’s ever dreamed of, except a relationship with her sister.
Then comes a plea from their dying father, who wants both daughters by his side. He has a secret to share that’s been a long time coming.
It’s Zahra’s last chance to bring closure to the past, even if traumatic memories mean there’s no way she’s stepping foot on a plane. For Aurora, road-tripping to Seattle is the perfect escape and the chance to win over prickly Zahra.

What starts as a rough ride reopening old wounds evolves into something neither expects. When they finally reach their destination—and the truth that awaits them—the sisters will need each other like never before.

Lauren Parvizi’s Trust Me On This is a witty and heartfelt tale that seamlessly blends humor, romance, and a touch of intrigue. With its relatable characters and captivating premise, the book is a delightful read that keeps you engaged from the first page to the last.

The story follows a protagonist who finds themselves navigating unexpected situations with charm and resilience. Parvizi excels at creating characters that feel real—flawed yet endearing, making it easy to root for their journey. The dialogue is sharp and often laugh-out-loud funny, balanced by moments of genuine emotion that give the story depth.

The romantic elements are handled beautifully, with a slow-burn progression that feels natural and satisfying. The backdrop of the story adds a unique flavor, and the twists and turns keep readers guessing, making it more than just a straightforward romance.

While some plot points might feel slightly predictable, the engaging prose and vibrant characters more than make up for it. Parvizi’s writing shines with wit and warmth, making this book a joy to read.

Lauren Parvizi does a great job in writing this type of book, I enjoyed the overall concept and getting to go on this journey with the sisters to their father. It was a realistic concept and worked with what I was looking for.

I Really liked this book. It was slow going at first but then it picked up and became very interesting.
I wanted to find out if Zahra and Aurora would learn to get along on their quest.
It's about love, learning to forgive and to to find ones self.
I felt myself getting angry with Aurora's selfish mother. All she thinks about is herself and live her dreams through her daughter. Very selfish in my opinion.
I feel that both sisters truly got the dirty end of the deal by their parents. I didn't think it fair. But of course who said life was fair.
I was saddened at times by this story. That's why I said forgiveness was definitely needed here
I also found myself grinning from time to time at the sisters on their journey to Seattle.
I enjoyed the trip to Seattle. It's a place I've never been and thanks to this book I have now. Makes me want to go in person.
I loved Aurora's outgoing personality. She knows just how to handle certain things. That's what made giggle at times.
Zahra is like me in many ways but yet I still admired her too. I felt like these two sisters eventually became my friends as I enjoyed in getting to know them.
I hated to see their story end but maybe there'll be more written about them. I'd like to see what happens after their journey.
5 stars for a very entertaining book. I highly recommend it.
My thanks for a copy of this book. I was NOT required to write a positive review. All opinions are mine.

Trust Me On This by new to me author L. Parvizi, published by Lake Union Publishing is the story of a beautiful journey. A journey of love, growth, finding themselves and much more.
I loved the book from strt till the last page, 4.5 stars.
Blurb: Two half sisters on a road trip to see their dying father end up miles from where they expected in an emotional novel about secrets, forgiveness, and what it means to be family by the author of La Vie, According to Rose.
Zahra Starling and her younger half sister, Aurora, have nothing in common. Not their childhoods or their personalities. And certainly not their outlooks. After a terrible loss, Zahra prefers the solitude of her LA kitchen to people, especially family. Bubbly Aurora, a rising Hollywood starlet, has everything she’s ever dreamed of, except a relationship with her sister.
Then comes a plea from their dying father, who wants both daughters by his side. He has a secret to share that’s been a long time coming.
It’s Zahra’s last chance to bring closure to the past, even if traumatic memories mean there’s no way she’s stepping foot on a plane. For Aurora, road-tripping to Seattle is the perfect escape and the chance to win over prickly Zahra.

What starts as a rough ride reopening old wounds evolves into something neither expects. When they finally reach their destination—and the truth that awaits them—the sisters will need each other like never before.

Women’s fiction readers will enjoy Trust Me on This. What a heartwarming read that has me wanting more.

A must-read! This gut-wrenching story will pull you in with complex characters, nuanced family dynamics, newfound love, heartbreak, delicious food, and an unconventional road trip that will leave you wanting to pack your bags, load up the car, turn up the music, and drive without looking back. These sisters have a messy relationship, and it’s on full display. Yet, you can’t help but root for each of them as they navigate their careers, painful relationships, and early adulthood in completely opposite ways, stemming from their very different childhoods. Keep a box of tissues close by — you’ll need them, because like most families, what’s beneath the undeniably relatable surface of eye rolls and judgment is something so much more meaningful. Trust me on this and grab your copy.

What a great story! While it’s not necessarily my normal genre, the description intrigued me. When Zahra receives a cryptic phone call from her distant father, she’s intrigued. Not only does he want to see her, he also insists that she make the trip with her half sister Aurora. Although both daughters are dealing with their own life issues, they somewhat reluctantly agree to take the trip together. Along the way their relationship grows as each sister wrestles with their feelings about their father. I loved the way the author wove this story together. The characters are immensely likable, and there’s an undercurrent of humor throughout.

deffff would recommend to anyone who likes seeing characters grow, really liked that it was told by each sister. Grew to care about the characters and were all very relatable. also really happy with how the book was wrapped up, always nervous I won't know how the characters continue but this book had a great conclusion.

favorite book i've read! it was so beautiful and so heart wrenching. i don't wanna go into it cause i might spoil the whole thing but pls pls read this art.

This was a really great book!!!!I am glad I was able to read it. I love the theme of sisterhood, family, loss, growth and love that this book covered. It had a lot of touching moments, and it was relatable even though I am not in any type of similar situation to what is going on in this book. I liked the writing style a lot too!!

Thank you to NetGalley, to the author, and to the publisher for this complementary ARC in exchange for my honest review!!!