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ceandralstaub's review
emotional
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
The attention to detail is nostalgic, but the plot is predictable.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content and Grief
boba_n_books's review
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Spice Rating: 🌶️.5 / 5
The Seven Year Slip is one of those books where you just want to give all the characters a big hug.
It's been 6 months since Clementine's aunt Analea passed away, and in order to cope, she has been pouring herself into her publishing career. Clementine is now living in her aunt's apartment, which was left to her in the will. When she was a kid, Clementine's aunt told her stories about the apartment and how it was magical--sometimes, just when you need it, it will take you back in time. But Clementine is grown up now; she doesn't believe these stories anymore... until it happens to her. One day, she comes home to find a stranger in her apartment who is most definitely not supposed to be there, and the calendar is set to the wrong year--7 years in the past. In a very un-Clementine-like fashion, she invites the stranger, Iwan, to stay and puts herself and Iwan on a journey that will change both of their lives. They will both have to reconcile their past and present selves along with their core desires.
I love the romance in this novel! It did feel a little bit like insta-love, but sometimes, when you know you know. Clementine and Iwan's love story was so beautiful and even more complex due to the time travel element of their relationship. I loved the way they connected over food and a love for adventure. These two truly seemed as though they were made for each other.
A huge focus of this novel is on change. How, even though it can be extremely uncomfortable, it is sometimes necessary. Sometimes good. And sometimes, it's just neutral. We have to come to terms with change in life, in ourselves, and in the ones we love.
The Seven Year Slip is my first Ashley Poston book, but I'm already anticipating reading The Dead Romantics and her new release this summer. Emily Henry fans should definitely give Poston's work a shot. Both authors write contemporary romance novels that feel realistic and brings in life's complexities. Read this book if you want to shed a few tears but then feel like you're being wrapped in a warm, fuzzy blanket.
The Seven Year Slip is one of those books where you just want to give all the characters a big hug.
It's been 6 months since Clementine's aunt Analea passed away, and in order to cope, she has been pouring herself into her publishing career. Clementine is now living in her aunt's apartment, which was left to her in the will. When she was a kid, Clementine's aunt told her stories about the apartment and how it was magical--sometimes, just when you need it, it will take you back in time. But Clementine is grown up now; she doesn't believe these stories anymore... until it happens to her. One day, she comes home to find a stranger in her apartment who is most definitely not supposed to be there, and the calendar is set to the wrong year--7 years in the past. In a very un-Clementine-like fashion, she invites the stranger, Iwan, to stay and puts herself and Iwan on a journey that will change both of their lives. They will both have to reconcile their past and present selves along with their core desires.
I love the romance in this novel! It did feel a little bit like insta-love, but sometimes, when you know you know. Clementine and Iwan's love story was so beautiful and even more complex due to the time travel element of their relationship. I loved the way they connected over food and a love for adventure. These two truly seemed as though they were made for each other.
A huge focus of this novel is on change. How, even though it can be extremely uncomfortable, it is sometimes necessary. Sometimes good. And sometimes, it's just neutral. We have to come to terms with change in life, in ourselves, and in the ones we love.
The Seven Year Slip is my first Ashley Poston book, but I'm already anticipating reading The Dead Romantics and her new release this summer. Emily Henry fans should definitely give Poston's work a shot. Both authors write contemporary romance novels that feel realistic and brings in life's complexities. Read this book if you want to shed a few tears but then feel like you're being wrapped in a warm, fuzzy blanket.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Grief, and Suicide
Moderate: Sexual content
notsolocaltheatrekid's review
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
madelinedalton's review
emotional
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
Extremely predictable and not smutty enough for my tastes, but it was really cute! I especially appreciated that it didn’t follow the typical romance novel structure to a T, even though I predicted every single twist.
I also think I would have resonated with this book more if I had a lot of personal experience with grief, but alas (and thankfully), I do not yet.
I also think I would have resonated with this book more if I had a lot of personal experience with grief, but alas (and thankfully), I do not yet.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief
Minor: Sexual content and Suicide
itstruly_flower's review
emotional
hopeful
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief and Death
Moderate: Sexual content and Suicide
dnns's review
emotional
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
This is my first Ashley Poston, and halfway through, I already knew that I have to add her other works to my TBR pile!
While the book has some magical elements in it, the mundane moments (surprisingly) brought the best parts. Ashley succesfully orchestrated the romance between the leads, mostly while they were sharing the simplest, most domestic activity — having a meal together.
Throughout the book, she also carefully navigated themes of change and loss with such maturity and grace.
Overall, this is a great read and I can see why people often recommend this if you’re going through a slump.
While the book has some magical elements in it, the mundane moments (surprisingly) brought the best parts. Ashley succesfully orchestrated the romance between the leads, mostly while they were sharing the simplest, most domestic activity — having a meal together.
Throughout the book, she also carefully navigated themes of change and loss with such maturity and grace.
Overall, this is a great read and I can see why people often recommend this if you’re going through a slump.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual content and Suicide
antidietleah's review against another edition
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief
Moderate: Suicide, Death, and Cursing
Minor: Sexual content and Alcohol
sins97's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Content Warnings
Minor: Sexual content, Suicide, Pregnancy, Grief, and Death
tigerkind's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Didn’t like this one as much as her previous book, mainly because, once again there were no twist to be surprised by as foreshadowing in Poston's case seems to be more like colorblocking. Also didn’t like the FMC, she keeps waxing on about how well-traveled and experienced she is but never mentions destinations outside the major tourist attractions. She has "eaten her way around the world" but seemingly doesn’t know the first thing about cooking or culinary arts. Also you forgot your ex-boyfriend’s name? What a heartless thing to do. Also the insane amounts of privilege she has and never acknowledges once are just alienating to me.
Overall still a cute story and I loved the idea; I’ll go watch The Lake House now.
Overall still a cute story and I loved the idea; I’ll go watch The Lake House now.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death and Grief
Moderate: Alcohol, Suicide, Sexual content, and Pregnancy
Minor: Cursing and Medical content
katebee's review
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief and Sexual content
Moderate: Suicide