In 27 Days
by Alison Gervais
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Pub Date Jul 25 2017 | Archive Date Dec 14 2017
Description
“If you knew you had to do the right thing, but that something bad may happen to you because of it, would you do it anyway?” This hard-hitting, emotional, YA story of pain and love; right and wrong; and life and death is a masterful mix of suspense, romance, the paranormal, and the though-provoking questions we all ask surrounding the difficult subject of suicide.
Hadley Jamison is shocked when she hears that her classmate, Archer Morales, has committed suicide. She didn’t know the quiet, reserved guy very well, but that doesn’t stop her from feeling there was something she could have done to help him.
Hoping to find some sense of closure, Hadley attends Archer’s funeral. There, she is approached by a man who calls himself Death and offers her a deal. If Hadley accepts, she will be sent back twenty-seven days in time to prevent Archer from killing himself. But when Hadley agrees to Death’s terms and goes back to right the past, she quickly learns her mission is harder than she ever could have known.
Time ticks away as Hadley looks for ways to not only talk to Archer but to know him on a deeper level. But just as she and Archer connect, a series of dangerous accidents starts pushing them apart. Hadley must decide whether she is ready to risk everything—including her life—to keep Archer alive.
In 27 Days:
- Written by award-winning Wattpad sensation Alison Gervais
- Over 25 million reads on Wattpad
- Achieved a #1 ranking in the Adventure category, and has won the hearts of millions of readers around the world
- A story of redemption, first love, and the strength it takes to change the future
- Addresses tough but true topics and problems facing readers ages 13 and up, such as suicide and family issues
A twist on Groundhog's Day meets Death, this paranormal tale [In 27 Days] will have readers turning the pages to see if Hadley stops Archer from making a tragic mistake.” —YA Books Central
Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9780310759058 |
| PRICE | $16.99 (USD) |
| PAGES | 352 |
Featured Reviews
Tara W, Librarian
Hadley Jamison attends the funeral of her classmate Archer Morales, who has committed suicide. Hadley's not really sure why she felt the need to attend the funeral and meet Archer's family, because it's not like they were friends. They had a class together freshman year, but Hadley was too shy to ever talk to Archer. After the funeral, Hadley is approached by a man who calls himself Death, and he offers her an interesting proposition--the ability to go back in time 27 days to try to prevent Archer's suicide.
An interesting premise and well developed plot makes for a great read!
Jo H, Librarian
There are a lot of YA books out there about suicide. Most writers have no clue what they are taking on when choosing this topic. Most writers are careless and wallow in excess drama. Their characters as deep as a raindrop. Hadley is totally different. Nothing typical about this girl. She actually has a heart (that in itself is refreshing for a YA book!). Sure, her family is rich but she has absent parents who seem to care about their careers than parenting. The fact that money doesn't buy everything is one of the messages here. Archer's life is totally different from hers including a big loving family. The friendship that grows between these two is easy to believe. I can't recommend this book enough. It's so well done - this author (Alison Gervais) is one that I will continue to watch. Will be recommended to both adults & young adults!
Jo M, Reviewer
I've read stories with this premise before. That said, I've never read any that have lingered with me afterwards so profoundly.
I raced through the first 70% of this book in one sitting. Gobbled it. Ignored people. Stayed up until the early hours. The last 30%, however, I stretched over a week.
Why?
I was scared to finish the book.
Gervais has created such tangible characters that as Hadley fell in love with the Incitti family, I found myself falling wholeheartedly for Hadley and Archer's family. I couldn't bring myself to finish the book because I was terrified about what was going to happen to them.
Now I have read the last page, I miss them and I want them back. Only two other writers have made me feel quite like this: JK Rowling and Suzanne Collins. That isn't to say this book is like a wizarding world or dystopian future but Gervais has the same skilled command of her pen, creating real, flawed characters with whom the reader has an inexplicable connection.
I wish I hadn't read it just so I could have the pleasure of reading it for the first time, again.
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