While this book did not work for me, it is very popular with teen readers at work.

There is no doubt that Seven Days of You is a compelling, enjoyable novel. I read it in under a day because I just had to see what would happen next!

However ...

It makes me sad that this is the type of content our teens are reading.

While there was no explicit sexual content, sex was a frequent topic of conversation, and the extreme promiscuity of a certain character was a major plot point. Also, while I'm not bothered by a swear word here and there, there is so much swearing in this book. It strikes me as wholly inappropriate for teens, and, frankly, probably inappropriate for me, too.

I absolutely loved the setting of Tokyo. The imagery was fabulous and really transported me there. I enjoyed the characters, but some of their actions seems a bit far fetched. The relationship between Sophia and Jamie was cute and fun to follow. I did enjoy the family dynamics as well.

Oh, this story. I had such hopes for this one. Unfortunately, I was a tad-bit letdown.

In the interest of being fair, I don't believe Ms. Vinesse is a bad author. In fact, I'd say her writing is great. It's just her characters that I couldn't get on board with. And there <i>were</i> certain aspects of the story I enjoyed; i.e. the Japan factor. You can plainly tell from the story that the author knows her stuff when it comes to this area of the world. And, I would probably love to hear more about her experiences there.

However, when it came down to the characters of <i>Seven Days of You</i>, I just wasn't into it. I found them all to be a little flat and one-dimensional. The main character, in particular, seemed to me a kind of one-trick pony-- a lot of emotions and little knowledge in the way to handle said emotions.

<i>But</i>, what I <i>did</i> enjoy, besides hearing about Japan, was the sisterly relationship between Sophia and Alison. That relationship, the fact that I actually really enjoyed Alison's character, and the writing by Ms. Vinesse is what made this story a 3/5 for me. I would really love to try another story from this author.

Seven Days of You is a contemporary novel that takes place has the main character prepares to leave Japan and her friends, but everything is upended when a familiar face returns right before she leaves.

The strengths of this novel are definitely in its ability to transport you to Japan. I loved how the descriptions brought the setting to life. Having lived in Japan, I connected to a lot of the descriptions but I feel even people unfamiliar with the area will be drawn in. However, while I enjoyed the setting, it wasn't really all that important to the plot of the book. I wish it would have been used more to tell the story.

Unfortunately, I did not connect with the characters nearly as much as the setting. I didn't really like any of the characters or the relationships in the book. There was some growth in some of the relationships, such as between Sofa and her sister but it was all secondary to the drama. Overall, not a book I will plan on rereading or recommending. I would rate it at a 2.5 stars. I received this ebook as an ARC from Netgalley.

3.5 stars. Was skeptical at times, but by the end of the book the characters and story had really grown on me. It took a while to get to know Sophia and that was certainly a barrier at connecting to the story. I also really liked the family stuff at the end and wished we could have seen more of that throughout. Was also doubtful about how Sophia's friendships were tested as she was getting ready to leave Tokyo, but I thought the author did a nice job of bringing that together. Basically I liked how everything came together and worked out, but struggled with how we got there and how long it took to get there. Really enjoyed the look at Tokyo (no idea if this was authentic) but there were a few too many Japanese words used throughout that I had no idea what they meant.

This was an enjoyable read. Loved the story and characters. Definitely worth checking out!!

*I received a free copy of this ebook through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.*

I’m having trouble giving this book a rating, to be honest, because it fluctuated throughout the book. Sometimes 3 stars, sometimes 2 stars, perhaps up to 3.5 at some parts, dipping to almost 1 star at others—up and down like that. I guess the average would probably be about 2.5, so I’ll go with that.

Sophia wasn’t a bad character, and I mostly liked her except for a couple times in the book. But even those might be somewhat excusable, considering what she was experiencing at the time. Or not excusable (I don’t particularly believe in excuses), but understandable. She’s the type of character who holds things in until they explode.

Aside from Jamie, I disliked her close friends. Without trying to spoil anything, I found them selfish and irresponsible. Caroline was okay, but I really disliked Mika and David.

The writing itself was fine. I didn’t really notice it, which sounds weird but is more likely a good thing. Or at least not a bad one. It was neither remarkable nor distracting; it simply told the story in a way that I understood what Sophia was feeling.

Though I wasn’t crazy about the story itself, I suppose I should have expected it to be exactly what it was: a girl’s last week living in the place she calls “home.” Her last week with the friends she cares about. But it actually ended up being a little more than that. Rather than just being one last hoorah, the book was more about Sophia opening her eyes and seeing the people and places in her life as they really are.

Note: Swearing. LOTS of f words. Like, so many.

Seven Days of You has a simple premise - Sophia is about to leave Tokyo for good in seven days, and in those seven days, the boy she doesn't like thinking about - the boy she has all these unresolved issues with - will be coming home to Tokyo for good. As much as she would like to avoid Jamie until she leaves, it's clear from the get go that everything she knows will change during these seven days.

This book is such a quick, easy read - I finished it in one sitting, and I don't recall myself being bored at any part of the story. One particular aspect that I loved is that the writing is authentic. Throughout the entire novel, Sophia went through so much emotionally, and the writing reflects that. Her confusion, her elation, her anger, her disappointment - you feel all of them through every word. I really like that this story isn't just about Sophia and Jamie, and not just Sophia and circle of friends. A large part of the story, rather, focuses on Sophia and how her notion of home. For the most part of the book, Sophia considers home to be the permanent place that she lives in. It was engrossing to read how Sophia's perspective slowly but surely changed, and I like how it was her sister who helped her see what's she hasn't been seeing all these years.

The dynamics of Sophia's circle of friends was also interesting - albeit a little frustrating. Both Mika and David see Sophia - or "Sofa" - as a little girl who knows nothing, and while it's only during the events of the novel that all of Sofia's resentment explodes, it clearly has been building for a long time. The friendship between the three is full of tension, secrets, and hidden feelings, and was what made this book a compelling read, and Jamie returning only pushes everyone to his or her tipping point.

A section of the book primarily focused on Jamie and Sophia setting things straight and renewing their friendship, and exploring what might have been... or what was always there, and this was another part of the story that I really liked reading. I liked Jamie's character, and how kind, open and honest he was to Sophia. Sure, there was a bit of push and pull, but he was always there to help Sophia whenever she needed him the most.

I know that the story is set in Tokyo, but I have to say that it didn't feel that way to me. I know that a lot of famous places, buildings and what-nots were mentioned, but I feel like that deterred from the story instead. It really felt like a first-time tourist in Japan was our main character. I never got the feeling that Sophia lived in Tokyo for years - rather, I felt like she was a tourist, ticking places off her check list, and not going to the places that she actually frequents. Tokyo wasn't a convincing setting - take out all the places that Sofia or the people around her name drop, and she could be anywhere else. Moreover, I can't help but be surprised that there aren't a lot of Japanese characters in the story, given that the entire book takes place in Tokyo.

All in all, I enjoyed Seven Days of You and the different relationships that were explored, and I feel that this its strongest asset.

Rating: 3.5 Stars

This book was an adorable contemporary read. I found it predictable, which I tend to find most contemporary books lately. It was cute and sweet, which is just why I wanted to read it. I like when I want to read a specific type of book and pick up just what I want. This was the case with this book. I enjoyed it the whole time I was reading it. I found all the descriptions of Tokyo making me want to be there now.
I liked all of the characters, they did a lot of growing up throughout the story. I enjoyed the drama that was going on between the friends, it really made each of them look at their friendships deeply. I thought Sophia was a wonderful main character. She was funny, confused, and just pretty normal. I liked how there were other topics touched on throughout the book and not just the love story. There were family issues, friendship drama, and also all of the issues surrounding moving to another country.
Overall I thought this book was wonderful. I really enjoyed it the whole time I was reading it. While I got annoyed at certain character’s actions and words, it was just what the story needed to come full circle. If you are a fan of Gayle Forman’s Just One Day, I would definitely pick this book up.

I loved this book! Great plot and characters. Vinesse did a wonderful job of presenting her characters and creating romance between the main protagonists.

To be honest, the first thing that drew me to Seven Days of You by Cecilia Vinesse was the gorgeous cover. How can you resist a cover that is that stunning and bright? And then I was drawn in even more by the summary for the book. As if I haven't mentioned this a lot lately, I'm going to say it again: I adore contemporary novels, and I seem to be reading a lot of them lately. (And there's absolutely nothing wrong with that!) Seven Days of You was definitely a great contemporary read!

There are a lot of characters in this story that you're really going to love, including the main character, Sophia, who is full of awesomeness, and has a pretty amazing mom and sister as well. Then there's Jamie, the boy Sophie had a crush on for years, who moved away but is back in Tokyo the very same week she's leaving to move to the States. WHAT?! (Yeah, you totally want to read this book now, right?) I loved so many of these characters. They were perfection. Sigh.

As I mentioned above, I can't resist a good contemporary novel. They are my favorites, and totally give me all the feels. The storyline for Seven Days of You was sweet, and completely addictive. I was hooked as I turned the pages. AND, I also absolutely loved the setting in this book. The author did an amazing job of describing Tokyo, I could totally see it so clearly in my mind, and it sounds amazing. I have to admit, I haven't read very many books set in Japan, but it totally sounds like a place I would love to visit in the future.

Overall; Cecilia Vinesse definitely has a hit on her hands with Seven Days of You! I, for one, really enjoyed the story, and I'm super excited to read more by Cecilia in the future! (Hopefully sooner than later. *wink*) Check the book out today!

Happy Reading!!

For Sophia, Tokyo is the place that's come closest to feeling like home. She doesn't feel like she belongs when she's in France, where her father now lives with his second family, or in New Jersey, where they're moving back to in just a week. She is dreading the move and leaving behind the best friends she's made at the International school. One of whom she's had a crush on since forever. And as if moving weren't stressful enough, her last week in Tokyo is her estranged ex-friend Jamie's first week back. Years ago, Sophia and Jamie had a fight that destroyed their relationship, and she's not at all eager for a reunion. She just wants to enjoy her last couple of days in Japan with her best friends, like old times. But things never go how you expect. As the countdown on her watch ticks down the minutes and hours until her plane leaves, Sophia's world starts to unravel. It's Jamie who's there to help her deal with the pieces.

This book definitely had shades of Anna and the French Kiss-- right down to the idea that home is a person, not a place-- although Sophia and Jamie are no Anna and Etienne. Sophia can be selfish and short minded, and Jamie just didn't do it for me on the whole. One thing I really did enjoy was the relationship between Sophia and her older sister and how that evolved through the book. I wish were extended to her mother, who served mostly as background noise. I appreciated that it wasn't instalove between Sophia and Jamie, and the fighting among the friend group seemed realistic to me. This book doesn't have a HAE ending, which I found fitting. Overall, this is good YA contemporary that will appeal to fans of similar books.

Seven Days of You was a great story that many of my students will enjoy. Fun and educational- the reader gets a glimpse of what it is like for American teens living in another country. I will definitely recommend this to my students!

I was really not a fan of this book. I just didn't connect to any of the characters at all, and the plot was very easily forgotten. I would not recommend or reread this book.

*3.5 stars*

There were so many things that I enjoyed about the book (the characters, their relationship dynamics, the setting, even the romance), but the novel still fell a bit flat for me. I guess I wanted two more chapters and an epilogue. Overall, the main character, Sophia, is relatable, the romance is adorable, the plot is a bit predictable, and the setting in Tokyo is delightful.

Seven Days of you caught my attention right away, but as I got deeper into the story, I started to lose interest. Sofia is a likable main character, she has an interesting life, but I didn't feel a real connection with her. Jamie was nice enough, but I didn't feel the connection between them.

In just seven days, Sofia goes through an emotional roller coaster with almost everyone in her life, almost all her relationships change, and I'm surprised she didn't have a breakdown. The ending definitely left something to be desired.

In all, it was a fun, slightly lackluster, contemporary YA read.

I read this book in one evening, which should tell you most of what you need to know. The relationships between Sophia's group of friends felt so very real to me, even reminded me of friendship dynamics I experienced and observed in high school. This is a story of complicated relationships (with both friends and family), unrequited crushes, and second chances. It's about beginnings and endings, and those bittersweet moments when those two things intersect.

4 Stars - I recommend if you like contemporary YA romance. This one is a bit dramatic and fluffy, and was very fun to read. I also recommend if you are looking for a different or interesting setting. I really enjoyed that it took place in Tokyo.

Sophie has one more week as an expat in Japan. She's made Tokyo her home over the last 4 years, and feels that leaving will mean the end of her life as she knows it. Her only friends live there, her favorite foods and places exist there, and she doesn't want to leave. As if leaving wasn't bad enough, she has to share her final week with Jamie, who's returning to Japan after years away at boarding school. Jamie and Sophie were friends in middle school, but the day he left, he sent her a mean text by accident. She doesn't want to see him again, but soon remembers that she had more feelings for him than she thought.

This book was on and off a little bit dramatic for me, but overall I really liked it. I liked that it was set in Tokyo, it's a very neat picture that's painted as their backdrop. I liked that Sophie and her friends are pretty vivid characters. I don't know if their lifestyle is realistic, it's very much like a TV show that their parents aren't too concerned with where they are or what they are doing. But I suppose the justification in the book (Tokyo is safe, and most expat parents get used to trusting their kids/are too busy to worry about it) could be totally on point. I found myself pretty caught up in Sophie and Jamie's story. I kind of want to read more, so I guess if Cecilia Vinesse ends up writing a semi related sequel ala Lola and the Boy Next Door, I would be cool with that.