Review: Seven Days: Perfection
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 06 4, 2014
I had the pleasure to beta read Seven Days by Josie Leigh and I must say Josie completely left me stunned and in awe with this new genre direction that she went.  Seven Days was so different from her previous books, The Professor series and I am loving this new genre that Josie decided to embark on. From the very first page, this book had me devouring it in one sitting. I was completely mesmerized with Josie’s story-telling and how she was able to incorporate so much emotions into this book. Seven Days is one of those books that will grip and touch you emotionally. Life is truly a journey filled with ups and downs. And in Seven Days, Josie Leigh takes her readers on a truly emotional raw journey of finding love and light.At 22, Carrie has lived a life that no one should have gone through. Her life is not full of rainbows and flowers but instead it is filled with sadness, regret, loss and disgusting memories. With a druggie father,  Carrie is left to support her family. Carrie could have left her trailer park life behind and start anew, but she stays behind because of her younger sister, Britton.  With money being so tight, Carrie is left with only one choice. It’s a choice that was taken away from her at young age where she is left degraded, humiliated and used.  Yes, Carrie made choices that one may disagree with but given the options and circumstances in her life and living situations, your heart will ache for what she goes through to make sure her baby sister is safe from adults,who should know better. When Britton turns 18, Carrie and Britton decides that there is only one option for them: To run away and leave their troubles, past and haunting memories behind and start anew.When Ryan Kelly wanders into the diner and spots Carrie for the first time, he knew that she was special and he wanted to get to know her. He offers Carrie a chance of seven days to spend with him and show him around Arizona. Carrie is hesitant but with the persuasion from her sister, she finally caves in.  This road trip was an eye opening experience for Carrie to finally relax, be free and live. Ryan shows Carrie there is hope and endless possibilities for her. In the seven days spent together, love was also found.“The first time I saw Carrie, she literally stole my breath. She was so beautiful. The loss and pain radiated from her in a way I felt into my bones. I wanted to pull her into my arms and guard her from the horrors of the world, but something told me that she knew all about them and could take care of herself.”The raw chemistry and connection between Ryan and Carrie was just perfect. Ms. Leigh worked her little magic showing how strong of an emotional and physical connection these two had. I absolutely loved Ryan. He was swoon worthy and I personally think he is just perfect. For him to accept Carrie and her troubled past was pure love. The journey that Ryan and Carrie was one epic touching tale of self discovery, love and hope.Ms. Leigh took her readers on a journey that will put you on an emotional moving tale that will grip and touch you. Seven Days was an unforgettable book and I highly recommend it.