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A review by siobhanward
Seven Days of Us by Francesca Hornak
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
While I'm getting tired of authors basing their whole book on the miscommunication/secrets trope, I will admit that most of the secrets in this book are ones I could imagine someone trying to keep from their loved ones, especially over a Christmas in quarantine. However, the book was still a bit of a challenge, since it's still a frustrating trope.
The book was ok overall - I liked most of the characters and their stories, although Jesse as the American experiencing culture shock/hating the UK is a bit overdone and I got tired of him quickly. I also really did not like the ending - I'm not sure what the value was in ending the book that way. The idea of spending Christmas in quarantine with your family was interesting and eerily prescient, considering the book was published in 2017. It was an ok read, but maybe not one for me.
The book was ok overall - I liked most of the characters and their stories, although Jesse as the American experiencing culture shock/hating the UK is a bit overdone and I got tired of him quickly. I also really did not like the ending - I'm not sure what the value was in ending the book that way. The idea of spending Christmas in quarantine with your family was interesting and eerily prescient, considering the book was published in 2017. It was an ok read, but maybe not one for me.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Medical content
Minor: Pregnancy