In 27 Days (Blink)

I read over a hundred books last year (some better than others), but if I could give an award to my favorite book of 2017, this one would be the winner. I had never heard of the author before, but the book description and glowing reviews made me want to give it a try. I'm so glad I did! It definitely deserves all the praise it gets. The story grabbed me from the first page, and it was impossible to put down. In fact, I read it twice in the same weekend, and I enjoyed it just as much the second time around. I thought the story would be some kind of a light YA romance, but it turned out to be a lot more. I enjoyed everything about it, but what I loved the most was: - The main character, Hadley, and her bravery and strong determination to save her classmate Archer’s life at all costs, for no reason other than because it was the right thing to do. Her selflessness, kindness and dedication to those she cares about were inspiring. I also loved her sense of humor and how unassuming and humble she was. - Archer Morales. The story revolves around him, yet we get to know him not by his words, but by his actions. He didn’t open up to others easily, yet despite his tough exterior and often rude attitude towards Hadley, he comes across as extremely vulnerable and tender hearted, and that made him incredibly appealing. It was also funny to see him trying to resist Hadley’s charms and slowly come out of his hard shell. - Death. You can’t help but to be sympathetic towards him despite everything. - Archer’s family. All the members of his large, loving family were interesting characters on their own. - How the faith of the characters was portrayed respectfully rather than being ignored or mocked. - The story’s main idea of how a little kindness towards somebody can really make a difference in that person’s life. Definitely can’t go wrong with this story, I only wish it had been a lot longer, I didn’t want it to finish. :)

I had originally read this book on Wattpad a few years back and had fallen in love with it. I read it quite a few times on there before I realized it was now published! I bought it right away and read it quickly! It does have some differences here and there such as the 1 sister in the Wattpad version turned into, if I remember correctly, triplets in the physical book. There were some other parts here and there that were different as well. I’d love to have both versions in physical copies. Other than that, you are absolutely one of my favorite authors! This book is just so lovely and refreshing! I did buy this book a little while back and completely forgot to write a review. I definitely give it a 5/5! I look forward to buying future books as well! (Excuse my late review!!)

I was obsessed with this book on Wattpad. I was disappointed that the book was different than the book I read online but still the dishwasher scene killed me every time. Great story very original and refreshing, I still think about it.

The narrator, a privileged girl in a private school in NYC makes a deal with Death to rewrite the suicide of a classmate, by going back in time 27 days and altering his future. How getting to know Archer changes not only his life, but hers as well, makes an entertaining YA story. Told from the perspective of a 16 year old, the observations are understandably superficial. It should appeal to readers of the same age and level of maturity.

In 27 Days follows Hadley Jamison as she meets Death after a classmate commits suicide. Death offers her a deal to send her back in time 27 days to save his life - but little does Hadley know that messing with the past isn't as easy as Death makes it seem. Now she must decide if she's willing to risk everything - even her life - to keep Archer safe. First of all, I adore the romance in this book. It's subtle and believable, and Archer Morales is now one of my #1 all-time book boyfriends. He's this glorious mix of sarcastic and grumpy and awkward and swoonworthy ... (sigh) Hadley is also a very realistic heroine, in that she has doubts and fears and generally doesn't know how to handle everything after her deal with Death. Which, honestly, is how I'd probably be in her shoes. AND I love the twists and turns throughout the book: events don't always turn out the way you expect, and it's awesome to see how the characters react to different (and unusual) stimuli. Plus, this book has one of the HOTTEST almost-kiss scenes I've ever read. *fans herself* Talk about romantic tension! Highly recommended for fans of YA contemporary, especially those who want just a dollop of paranormal thrown in. :)

This is definitely one of my favorite books! I read it the first time as a teenager and I read it again as a twenty-five year old woman and it STILL hits! My understanding is obviously different now than it was then, but it is still a great read. The author impressed me greatly.

The publisher presents this a story of redemption, first love, and the strength it takes to change the future. And, how! What a delight. I was a little concerned the story would make light of suicide or depict it in a manner that over-simplifies the subject. Offered an opportunity to change the past, Hadley jumps at the chance. While on the surface, it would appear that Hadley has it all, by the end of the story, it is evident that she needs as much saving as Archer. I was pleased that Alison Gervais went several layers down in her story. Hadley needs familial love; “I hadn’t known it was possible to miss something you’d never had.” Archer needs someone to lighten his brooding. Hadley isn’t the obvious choice; she is no Pollyanna. But, her ability to go into the gloom and then come back is just what Archer needs: “When I was old enough to understand that death was inevitable, I wanted it to rain the day I died. It seemed symbolic somehow, washing away anything bad and dark about life and beginning anew.” Their relationship is not easy. “And this was the thing about words. Said in the wrong place at the wrong time, even if they were full of doubt, words had a habit of sticking around for a long time.” The obstacles thrown at Hadley are quite extreme. The emphasis on life balances and consequences is loud and clear. I would recommend this book to both the YA set and anyone who has experienced loss. Deserving read.

I originally read this on wattpad when it first came out. Truthfully, I think about it often even years later. It is still one of my favorite books. The angst is real and I loved reading Archer and Hadley get to know each other. This is a smut free book and would be great for any teenager wanting a romance book!

In the words of my 15yr old daughter "I love Archer, if I could bring any book boyfriend alive, it would be him"

In 27 days by Alison Gervais 𝒲𝒽𝒶𝓉 𝒽𝑒’𝒹 𝒹𝑜𝓃𝑒 𝒽𝒶𝒹 𝒷𝑒𝑒𝓃 𝒶 𝓅𝑒𝓇𝓂𝒶𝓃𝑒𝓃𝓉 𝓈𝑜𝓁𝓊𝓉𝒾𝑜𝓃 𝓉𝑜 𝒶 𝓉𝑒𝓂𝓅𝑜𝓇𝒶𝓇𝓎 𝓅𝓇𝑜𝒷𝓁𝑒𝓂. 𝐻𝒾𝓈 𝓅𝒶𝒾𝓃 𝓌𝑜𝓊𝓁𝒹𝓃’𝓉 𝒽𝒶𝓋𝑒 𝓁𝒶𝓈𝓉𝑒𝒹 𝒻𝑜𝓇𝑒𝓋𝑒𝓇. 𝒩𝑜𝓉𝒽𝒾𝓃𝑔 𝑒𝓋𝑒𝓇 𝒹𝒾𝒹. 𝐼 𝓌𝒶𝓃𝓉𝑒𝒹 𝒜𝓇𝒸𝒽𝑒𝓇 𝓉𝑜 𝓀𝓃𝑜𝓌 𝓉𝒽𝒶𝓉. 𝐼 𝓃𝑒𝑒𝒹𝑒𝒹 𝒽𝒾𝓂 𝓉𝑜 𝓀𝓃𝑜𝓌 𝓉𝒽𝒶𝓉. It took archer Morales 27 days to decide he wanted to kill himself . When Hadley finds out that one of her classmates Archer , had killed himself, she was devastated and entirely taken back by this news. Despite not really knowing him all too well, she still feels like she could have done something and had this strong desire for closure. She doesn’t know how she’ll get it or why she feels this way but her intrigue grows and she ends up going to his funeral where she meets his grieving family. By some miracle, she is met by “death” who tasks her with 27 days to change Archers mind and save his life so she’s taken back in time.Despite her determination, her task becomes more complicated as she uncovers the truth and harsh reality of Archers story and they begin to form a connection and bond with eachother . Archers never had someone to confide in so is reluctant to open up to Hadley, but when they finally open up to eachother and break down the barriers, their coincidental meeting blossoms into a beautiful and meaningful connection which will make a lasting impression and hopefully be enough to save his life. Through this tragic story we are transported through various emotions from highs, lows and challenges to a slow burn friendship which will make your heart happy. You can’t help but root for Hadley to be successful in her mission. I read this originally on Wattpad many years ago and this story still lives rent free in my mind and will forever leaving a lasting impression on me . For YA it was a great read even though I don’t read this genre much anymore. “𝒯𝒽𝑒𝓇𝑒 𝒶𝓇𝑒 𝓉𝒽𝒾𝓃𝑔𝓈 𝒾𝓃 𝓉𝒽𝒾𝓈 𝓁𝒾𝒻𝑒 𝓉𝒽𝒶𝓉 𝓂𝒶𝓀𝑒 𝒶𝓁𝓁 𝓉𝒽𝑒 𝑜𝓉𝒽𝑒𝓇 𝒸𝓇𝒶𝓅 𝓌𝑜𝓇𝓉𝒽 𝒾𝓉. 𝒮𝑜 𝓎𝑜𝓊 𝑔𝓇𝒶𝒷 𝓉𝒽𝑜𝓈𝑒 𝓂𝑜𝓂𝑒𝓃𝓉𝓈, 𝓉𝒽𝑜𝓈𝑒 𝓅𝑒𝑜𝓅𝓁𝑒, 𝒶𝓃𝒹 𝓎𝑜𝓊 𝓇𝓊𝓃 𝓌𝒾𝓉𝒽 𝓉𝒽𝑒𝓂 𝒶𝓃𝒹 𝓎𝑜𝓊 𝒻𝒾𝑔𝒽𝓉 𝓌𝒾𝓉𝒽 𝑒𝓋𝑒𝓇𝓎𝓉𝒽𝒾𝓃𝑔 𝓎𝑜𝓊 𝒽𝒶𝓋𝑒 𝓉𝑜 𝓃𝑒𝓋𝑒𝓇 𝓁𝑜𝓈𝑒 𝓉𝒽𝑒𝓂. 𝒜𝓃𝒹 𝒶𝓉 𝓉𝒽𝑒 𝑒𝓃𝒹 𝑜𝒻 𝓎𝑜𝓊𝓇 𝓁𝒾𝒻𝑒, 𝓌𝒽𝑒𝓃 𝓎𝑜𝓊 𝓁𝑜𝑜𝓀 𝒷𝒶𝒸𝓀 𝑜𝓃 𝒶𝓁𝓁 𝓉𝒽𝑒 𝓉𝒽𝒾𝓃𝑔𝓈 𝓎𝑜𝓊’𝓋𝑒 𝒹𝑜𝓃𝑒, 𝓎𝑜𝓊’𝓇𝑒 𝑔𝑜𝒾𝓃𝑔 𝓉𝑜 𝒷𝑒 𝑔𝓁𝒶𝒹 𝓎𝑜𝓊 𝓌𝑒𝓃𝓉 𝓀𝒾𝒸𝓀𝒾𝓃𝑔 𝒶𝓃𝒹 𝓈𝒸𝓇𝑒𝒶𝓂𝒾𝓃𝑔.” Tropes * YA * Slow Burn * Opposites Attract * A Deal With “death” * Time Travel * Second chance * Suicide and Mental Health 🎵Songs 🎵 Cinnamon girl by Lana Del Rey When the partys over by Billie Eilish Tv by Billie Eilish Only love can hurt like this Paloma Faith

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I first read this years back on Wattpad and when I saw this was published I freaked! I literally finished this book in a day in a half. It’s so so good. It’s emotional and keeps you on the edge of your seat the entire time.

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