THE SEVEN YEAR SLIP

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗦𝗹𝗶𝗽
𝗕𝘆 𝗔𝘀𝗵𝗹𝗲𝘆 𝗣𝗼𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗻
𝗣𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗲𝗿: 𝗛𝗤
𝗣𝗮𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸: 𝟑𝟓𝟐
𝗣𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗲𝗱: 𝟔𝐭𝐡 𝗝𝘂𝗹𝘆 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟑
𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗿𝗲: 𝗥𝗼𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲
𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗲𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝗪𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴
𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿: 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓







Clementine, a book publicist in her late twenties, seems to have her life and career neatly mapped out—until the sudden loss of her beloved Aunt Analea turns her world upside down. Along with her grief, she inherits her aunt’s apartment, a place her aunt always insisted was “magical,” though Clementine never truly believed it. That is, until the day she walks in to find a stranger— Iwan—standing in the kitchen. The twist? He’s subletting the apartment from her aunt, but seven years ago.
What unfolds is a beautifully unconventional love story between Clementine and Iwan, bound by deep connection yet separated by time itself. The time difference brings both poignancy and complexity, raising questions about fate, longing, and what it truly means to love someone with whom you cannot share the same present. While I was captivated by their story, I did wish for a slower build in their relationship. The romance developed rather quickly over a weekend, and though their instant chemistry was undeniable, a slower unfolding could have allowed for an even richer emotional depth. That said, their bond still shone through as something rare, fated, and profoundly moving.

The writing style is engaging and easy to follow, the narration flows seamlessly, and the characters are well-developed. The plot itself is refreshingly unique, blending romance with a touch of magic in a way that lingers.
This novel is a tender and heartfelt exploration of love, loss, and the unexpected ways life guides us to the people we need most. Clementine and Iwan’s story, imbued with elements of magical realism, remains deeply human at its core. It is a tale of healing, rediscovery, and the quiet courage required to open one’s heart again.

I would highly recommend this novel to all readers, especially romance enthusiasts, who are sure to be captivated by its heartfelt storytelling and imaginative premise.

My Rating:

4/5

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