I’d like to thank NetGalley and Head of Zeus for approving me for an ARC of this book.

We are thrown straight into the action with Gemma being jilted on her wedding day. I can’t begin to imagine how she must of felt when Finn didn’t turn up and it is safe to say that she went through every emotion.

What I had to admire was Gemma’s strong will and insistence that Finn had not jilted her, that something must of happened to him. Unwilling to accept that he had left Gemma sets off on her own investigation to try and find out why Finn didn’t show up to their wedding. During the course of this investigation we get flashbacks to how Finn and Gemma met. To say it was a bumpy ride would be an understatement. There were many times that their dedication to each other was tested and quite often it was Finn who bolted.

Throughout the story Gemma is well supported by her dad and her best friend Hannah. The two supporting characters offered everything that Gemma could need and more! I even loved the links back to Gemma’s mum and the touching ways they brought her into the story.

Given Gemma and Finn’s history it was unsurprising when Gemma’s discoveries all seemed to point to Finn leaving her but there was something nagging at me. Surely after everything they had been through Finn wouldn’t just walk away? As we near the end it becomes clear what has happened and it is so beautifully written that I challenge anyone not to shed a tear or two over this book. Yes you are definitely going to need tissues for this one!

Gemma knows Finn is her soulmate, even when he never arrives at the church on their wedding day. She's convinced something serious has happened to him and that he wouldn't abandon her like this, although most people, including the police, don't seem concerned. So for six days, Gemma searches for Finn, even when she gets news that makes her second guess their relationship.

Dani Atkins certainly knows how to write a heartfelt and moving story and Six Days is no exception. The slow reveal of Finn's backstory through dual timelines added a touch of mystery, making this unputdownable. I found myself empathising with both Gemma and Finn on occasion as their relationship was so complex. I also felt Atkins expertly balanced emotional moments with humour and in particular, Hannah added some lighthearted relief.

Overall, if you've enjoyed Dani Atkins before I just know you'll love Six Days!

Six Days pulls all the emotional heartstrings! The devastation felt by Gemma when Finn fails to turn up at the altar is just so palpable. She is understandably crushed, but resolved to find out what has happened to him. Through all the doubts of family and friends, Gemma refuses to believe she has been jilted and holds fast to the fact that something must be wrong. Yet, this isn't the first time Finn has disappeared. We are taken back to the early years of their relationship, but Gemma feels that is all past. With each revelation, we begin to doubt, however, Gemma heartbreakingly holds fast to her belief in Finn and remains steadfast over the course of six gruelling days of searching. Despite being despicable ghosted by Finn, things are not so simple. There are deep seated issues to resolve. A lack of communication is at the root, but truths come rushing to the surface by the finale. This book will wring you out, but is full of such love and hope. Special mention must go to Gemma's best friend Hannah, who is an amazing support and adds such light relief and holds her friend together. Things are rarely as simple as we assume and this book takes us into the difficulties beneath the surface of our lives, into those shady areas of grey between the black and white. I didn't want to out this book down as I frantically held on to discover the mystery of Finn. Six Days will hook you and reel you straight in. #sixdays #daniatkins #netgalley

Sadly not for me. Start of book included things I found personally upsetting so I could not continue with it.

The book and characters have potential, but, sadly, there is an immense amount of unlikelihood attached to the entire story. It does teach a few lovely lessons on love, faith, intimacy, and friendship.

I did enjoy the light, accessible writing style, which is why I am copying below a couple of excerpts that held my attention for more than the seconds required for their reading:

<blockquote>Something very cold and ugly crawled into my soul and curled up several times, like a cat getting comfortable.</blockquote>

<blockquote>The books and internet pages Dad had studied on being father of the bride hadn't prepared him for this one.</blockquote>

<blockquote>If someone has looked out for you all your life, it makes sense they'd want to carry on doing that - wherever they are now.</blockquote>

<i>I received an ARC for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.</i>
Thank you, #NetGalley.

This was a rollercoaster of a read, wrenching at the heart strings. It details Gemma and Finn's relationship from rocky beginnings to the kind of love dreams of made of. So why does Finn not appear at the church on the day of their wedding? Gemma won't leave any stone unturned in her quest to find out what happened despite others believing it to be a classic case if the jilted bride.
Heartwarming yet harrowing, a book to read with tissues to hand, for both the happy and the sad tears.

Really enjoyed this comfortable mix of romance/mystery combined! Gemma and Finn meet when he steals her parking and it takes them a while to get together but when they do it feels like a forever. So its unexpected when Finn abandons Gemma at the alter. Gemma is the only one convinced that something is seriously wrong and the police should be searching for Finn. She has to user her journalistic investigative skills to unpick what happened to Finn between his stag night and her wedding the next day.

Great pace and easy to read. I gobbled this up in 24 hours, as each chapter left me wanting more. Loved the balance between romance and mystery, as the story flips between past (the romance) and present (the mystery). The romance was beautifully written and felt quite real. Both key characters were relatable and believable and the love story is quite delicious. This contrasted really well with the fast paced present day mystery full of red herrings and unpredictable turns. I was totally caught up in this story. Worth a read!

Dani and Finn - a strange relationship, unusual and not straightforward. As with all of Dani's book she entices you into the story and makes you want to keep on turning the page.. I actually did not like the character Finn and thought she was better off without him, but I did feel sorry for her.
Even so, the book is worth reading and the hope between the past and present is well written

When Gemma gets stood up at the aisle it's seems like her Fiancé Finn has done a runner. Gemma doesn't believe it and the story of this belief is just lovely. She truly believe that live can conquer all. Highly recommend!

I really enjoyed this book. It was warm, yet gripping, an original take on being stood up at the altar. I liked the characters and read it right through from start to end. My first book that I had read by Dani Atkins, but I will read her books again.

I really enjoyed this. Gemma's belief in Finn was so lovely to read and the way she never gave up on him was really moving. Great characters and a brilliant storyline. Highly recommended.

Thanks to Netgalley for a copy of this book for an honest review.

Tears!!!! What a beautiful story. Gemma and Finn are delightful and their missed timing is heartbreaking. I loved the mix of present day and seeing where their relationship started. Highly, highly recommend!!

You really do feel for the main character of this book, left on your wedding day?? Gemma and Finn make amazing leading characters and I didn't want to put the book down, I needed to know what was going to happen next. This book was very emotional and beautifully written

It’s hard to not go along with the obvious when someone doesn’t turn up at their own wedding. You assume they’ve done a runner. I was stunned that Gemma couldn’t accept what had happened when Finn seemingly jilted her but then the book explores their relationship and you end up thinking maybe she has a point. Brilliant and yes, a definite page-turner. I really didn’t want it to end.

I already knew I would love another Dani Atkins book. Always a good twist at the end. This one kept me guessing for sure. Lots of good moments.

I took this book with me and sat in the garden and finished it in one sitting. The writing was incredibly digestible and I lapped this book up and before I knew it it was over.

We follow Gemma and Finn’s love story, starting off in the present day with reflections on how they met and their relationship dynamic. It’s the morning of their wedding and Finn doesn’t show up, which Gemma knows means there has been trouble and that she isn’t jilted. After 6 days of Finn’s disappearing act. Gemma starts to question herself and believe her family and friends that he really did just leave her like that at the alter. A small part of her still doesn’t believe this however, and she doesn’t give up trying to find him.

This book kept me on my toes throughout, I was constantly wondering what was going to happen next, and I even questioned myself. At some points I was on the side that Finn had jilted her and the next I was echoing Gemma that it just couldn’t be. For me, this aspect that kept me reading. I really do look for some meaty romances that study relationship dynamics and that have a complexity. I like a love story that isn't easy, and this one hit the nail on the head for me in that regard because throughout the whole book you feel like it just isn’t going to end up in happiness… and then the whole thing flips again. It had a wonderful pay off in the end, and I was so happy and relieved that it finished the way that it did.

Overall this was a pleasure to read and it was exactly the kind of read I hoped it would be when I picked it up.

Another great book from Dani Atkins. I really enjoyed this particularly the ending. The story follows Gemma being jilted at the altar and trying to find out what has happened to her fiancé as he has disappeared. Whilst her fiancé seemed the most irritating man, this book took twists that I didn’t expect! Highly recommend

This was a beautiful book that I managed to read in a few sittings. Such a great tale and it stuck with me for a while afterwards.

The flashbacks of this didn’t work for me it really made the pacing off unfortunately. And the ending felt rushed but now I’ve got that out of the way. I can tell you how I loved about 75% of this. It was gripping and real and romantic.

Just the perfect palette cleanser after reading so many high fantasy books

I always enjoy Dani Atkins’ books so was excited to get a copy of her new one. This book follows Gemma who is in love with her fiance but he seemingly jilts her on their wedding day. Gemma simply cannot believe that Finn would do this to her and is convinced that something has happened to him but there is no evidence. He appears to have disappeared. The novel goes back and forth in time as we learn how they met and we find out more about Finn and his life. I have to say that I didn’t particularly like Finn or how he behaved at times and that made it a bit difficult to care what happened. Having said that I did like Gemma and was really hoping that things would work out for her. I enjoyed this book, not quite as much as the author’s previous novels, but it was still a good read.