I went into The Seven Year Itch with high hopes. The premise instantly caught my attention—there’s something undeniably intriguing about the idea of rediscovering love and passion after a long-term relationship hits that infamous "seven-year" wall. I was excited to see how Amy Daws would explore such a relatable and emotionally charged topic.Unfortunately, the excitement faded quickly once I got into the story. I found myself struggling to connect with both main characters. Their personalities felt flat, and their chemistry didn’t pull me in the way I was hoping. Instead of being swept up in the emotional rollercoaster, I felt like a distant observer, waiting for something—anything—to spark.
The pacing was another issue for me. The story dragged in parts, especially in the middle, and I found myself losing interest more often than not. I kept hoping for a turning point or a deeper emotional payoff, but it never quite arrived.
That said, I do think Amy Daws has a strong writing voice, and fans of her previous work may still find something to love here. But for me, The Seven Year Itch missed the mark, and I walked away feeling disappointed more than anything.
Thank you to Harlequin Trade Publishing for my digital ARC via NetGalley. As always, my reviews are my own and unbiased opinions.
Rating: ⭐⭐
Alone and Looking to Bone! Loudmouthed Mountain Man Seeks Fiery Woman to Grow Old With.
I might look like a tall, tattooed, bearded neanderthal...but like an onion, I have layers. Swipe right if you like a proud cat daddy who catches feelings after direct eye contact.
All I wanted was a casual plus-one to my brother's destination wedding, but those idiots on my family tree hacked my dating profile and sabotaged my quest for the perfect weekend fling. Now I'm stuck on a tropical vacation with only my hand to keep me company.
Until I’m forced to share a room with the bane of my existence: my sister-in-law’s best friend.
Dakota has hated me for the past seven years. I wasn’t losing much sleep over her screaming rants because she was some other guy’s problem. Or she was, until she got divorced.
Being stuck in paradise with a woman who loathes your very existence doesn't sound hot, but after an unexpected moment in our shared palapa, she starts screaming at me in a different way.
What happens in paradise stays in paradise. That is, until Dakota shows up on my mountain with a proposition: be her wingman to help her regain her pre-divorce confidence.
Suddenly, Dakota’s not just person I love to fight with. She’s the woman I want everything with.
Perfect for fans of:
• Enemies to Lovers
• Small Town Romance / Vacation Romances
• Quirky Animals
• Meddling family
• Meghan Quinn and Tessa Bailey
Happy Reading!
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