Seven Days in June is a romance novel by author Tia Williams, published in 2021. It was an instant New York Times bestseller and a Reese’s Book Club pick.
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Plot
Eva Mercy, a single mother and successful erotica writer, crosses paths with award-winning novelist Shane Hall at a literary event in New York. Their meeting rekindle sparks from a teenage romance they shared fifteen years ago.
Despite pretending to be strangers, the undeniable chemistry between them surfaces during the next seven days in the midst of a steamy Brooklyn summer. But Eva is wary of the man who broke her heart and wants Shane out of the city so her life can return to normal. Before he disappears, though, she needs a few questions answered . .
Seven Days in June Book Review
Seven Days in June wasn’t what I was expecting at all. I was expecting a light-hearted frothy romance but instead was taken on an emotional rollercoaster. This is a love story with substance and depth.
The story had a blend of grit and realism woven within the romance. It felt refreshingly raw and authentic and steered clear of the usual cliches than can often be found in this genre.
Tia Williams fearlessly tackles heavy, real-world issues like addiction, self-harm, chronic pain, childhood trauma, and societal challenges such as race and gender. I really appreciated the author’s sensitive and thoughtful handling of these themes. It made the novel not only a love story but also a poignant exploration of the struggles many people face.
The story feels undeniably modern and was littered with pop culture references that gave the story a real contemporary feel. The exploration of love, race, and second chances is not only relevant but also adds depth to the storytelling.
Eva and Shane are complex and flawed three-dimensional characters whose relationship felt really believable. The depth of their connection felt so authentic and I found myself emotionally invested in their story.
While the pacing is generally well-executed, I couldn’t help but feel that the ending was a bit rushed. However, this minor criticism didn’t overshadow the overall impact of the novel.
I’m looking forward to reading whatever Tia Williams writes next.
Has Tia Williams written any other novels?
Tia Williams has also written The Perfect find and A Love Song for Ricki Wilde.
What to read next
If you enjoyed Seven Days in June, I’d also recommend A Love Song for Ricki Wilde, also by Tia Williams. If you’re looking for modern stories with depth, I’d also recommend Queenie by Candice Carty-Williams and Romantic Comedy by Curtis Sittenfeld.