SEVEN DAYS IN JUNE

By Tia Williams

Book Overview

• Genre: Contemporary Romance / Literary Fiction

• Quick Synopsis (No Spoilers):Seven Days in June by Tia Williams follows Eva Mercy, a single mother and bestselling erotica writer, who unexpectedly reconnects with Shane Hall, a reclusive, award-winning author with whom she shares a passionate and complicated past. Over the course of seven intense days in New York, they confront their shared history, lingering pain, and the love that never truly faded. This story beautifully weaves themes of healing, identity, and second chances into a tale that’s as steamy as it is heartfelt.

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Why Read This Book?

This is more than a romance—it’s an exploration of trauma, resilience, and the complexities of love between two flawed yet magnetic people. Tia Williams delivers sharp humor, raw emotion, and sizzling chemistry while tackling deeper themes like chronic pain, addiction, and breaking cycles of generational trauma. Readers will find themselves captivated by both the romance and the self-discovery that unfolds.

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Gems

• Love can be both a wound and a balm, depending on how it’s nurtured.

• Healing from the past often requires confronting painful truths.

• Representation matters—Eva’s experience with chronic illness adds a powerful layer to her character.

• Forgiveness (of self and others) is a crucial part of moving forward.

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Discussion Starters

• How did Eva and Shane’s shared past shape who they became as adults?

• In what ways did the book address the stigma around chronic pain and mental health?

• Do you think love can survive years of distance and unresolved trauma?

• How did the literary world backdrop influence the story’s dynamics?

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Challenge Questions

• Share a quote that spoke to you and why it resonated.

• If you were Eva, would you have taken the same risks to reopen the door to Shane?

• Can two people with broken pasts create a healthy future together? Why or why not?

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Have you read Seven Days in June? Drop your favorite moment, quote, or reflection from the book in the comments below!