What a way to spend a snow day: eating a batch of penuche fudge and reading Sally Thorne’s newest and second novel: 99 Percent Mine. I couldn’t put it down and spent the whole afternoon immersed in Darcy and Tom’s tension charged relationship.
Synopsis
For Darcy Barrett, it’s a relief to go where no one knows her or about her heart condition. After all, Darcy is no one’s delicate princess or at least she hasn’t been made to feel like that in years since she started traveling non-stop at 18.
When her beloved grandmother passes away and her brother is no longer speaking with her–of course that’s when Tom Valeska comes back into her life. Tom who she’s known since she was 8 years old. Who became a perfect man, all 6 foot something of him. And…is in a relationship. Darcy has stayed away from home for a multitude of reasons, but now her biggest one will be up close and personal as he starts renovating her grandmother’s old home.
“You shut the door like you’ve just accepted that I don’t come back. I’m going to start being like you. Completely, one hundred percent honest.” I hover on the precipice and decide to try.
My Thoughts
While this book had a similar pacing issue towards the end similar to Sally’s first book The Hating Game, it didn’t make 99 Percent Mine any less enjoyable. As readers, we sometimes go in with certain expectations. Some people were hoping for a novel exactly like The Hating Game. 99 Percent Mine isn’t and that’s okay. It’s still a satisfying romantic comedy that’s pure fun. Sally proves that she can create memorable characters and their unique quirks will stay with you long after. The tension between Darcy and Tom is immediate and all-consuming. It’s certainly worth the read and I’m even more excited for Sally’s next book. And like a bite of delicious birthday cake you’ve been craving, this novel will make you glad you delved in.
I give this book 4 out of 5 birthday candles. Did you read 99 Percent Mine, what did you think? Tell me down below! Also, make sure to check out my other reviews!
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