Title: Taming 7
Author: Chloe Walsh
ISBN: 9780349439358
Publisher: Piatkus
Pages: 465
Source: Private Copy
Taming 7 is an epic and unforgettable love story in the internationally bestselling and TikTok-phenomenon The Boys of Tommen series, from Chloe Walsh.
She’s the quintessential sunshine girl. He’s the lovable class clown. But storm clouds are rolling in, and this Tommen boy is about to get serious.
Tommen’s cheekiest lad, Gerard ‘Gibsie’ Gibson, has always been a comedian, but most people don’t see what lurks beneath the surface. He is haunted by events of the past and he uses humor to cope, hiding his true self from the world.
Claire Biggs, the epitome of sunshine, has always loved Gibsie, her brother’s friend and her favorite neighbor. She has always seen a side to him that no one else seems to notice. She becomes determined to tame her wild-at-heart childhood best friend.
When lines are crossed, it becomes unclear whether Gibsie and Claire’s friendship will survive. Will it blossom into something more, or will they lose themselves in the wild?
Following characters that readers have grown to adore, Taming 7 will only expand your love for the Boys of Tommen universe. This book is perfect for readers looking
Official Summary
24 July 2024
I don’t even know where to start with this book, because it broke my heart. Although it will never come close to Joey’s level of sadness it was still so sad. This book was supposed to be about the sunshine characters. Claire and Gerard, ‘Gibsie’ and although they both come across as super happy characters in all the other books sadly, they too are just as messed up as everyone else in this series.
I have now read five books in this series, and am now officially emotionally invested. I am somewhat upset that Claire and Gibsie aren’t getting a second book, however, it makes sense as their story is told and these two didn’t have as much conflict as the other two pairings in this series. Although the disproportional books on my bookshelf are going to slightly drive me mad.
This book was a hard read for two reasons, one the pacing in this book was just way too off when compared to the others. Second, Gibsie’s backstory and trauma were a lot to read about, and it was super heavy. I think purely just because he was such a happy character through everybody else’s eyes and no one could see how much he was struggling.
Then there was also all the drama with Lizzie which was depressing. I am not even joking when I say I think Lizzie’s book will break me in half. I know people either love or absolutely hate Lizzie’s character and I can fully understand both sides. I think Lizzie and Claire’s drama in this book was harsh. I mean I feel like I can sympathize with both parties. However, I want to see Lizzie’s point of view.
Overall I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoyed the first four books in this series.
Also by Chloe Walsh
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Adriana is the privileged daughter of business mogul and town socialite.
Blessed with wealth, beauty, and a football hero older brother, to the outside world, Andi looks like the quintessential daddy’s little rich girl but looks can be deceiving.
The truth is Andi’s life is far from perfect.
Placed on a pedestal by her absentee parents, and forbidden to date, Andi’s world consists of school, studying and books. Lonely and caged, she focuses all of her attention and desires on the one boy above all others who is off limits to her – her brother’s best friend, troublemaker Nathan Cole.
Andi has had a crush on Nathan since forever, and when her brother suggests she play the role of Nate’s fake girlfriend, her feelings for him only intensify.
About The Author
Author Bio from the Author’s Site
Chloe Walsh is the bestselling author of The Boys of Tommen series, which exploded in popularity on TikTok, Goodreads, and Amazon. She has been writing and publishing New Adult and Adult contemporary romance for a decade. Her books have been translated into multiple languages. Animal lover, music addict, TV junkie, Chloe loves spending time with her family and is a passionate advocate for mental health awareness. Chloe lives in Cork, Ireland with her family.
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