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luckycharmedlovesbooks's review against another edition
3.0
So good. But then, it just. Ends. I know there are only 99 days in the book but I want to know so much more.
berta_rozi's review against another edition
3.0
I enjoyed the writing style, but sadly neither the characters, nor their story was particularly good enough for me to like them. Also I can't tolerate cheating in any way, so yeah.
laughlinesandliterature's review against another edition
4.0
* I received this book from Edelweiss in exchange for an honest review*
99 Days was a unique read for me. I absolutely hate cheating, but I also like getting into the head of someone who makes that choice. It was absolutely fascinating to me, to watch Molly make such horrible decisions over and over. She really did care about both boys, but Patrick was her past and Gabe was the one who understood her. I don’t really think Molly knew what to do with the two of them.
There was such a history between all the Donnelly’s and Molly that it was hard I think for her to even know where she began. I didn’t like that Molly was treated like such a pariah but Gabe especially was welcomed with open arms. It was a horrible double-standard, and I could understand why Molly was so upset about it. Still Molly did bring a lot of it on herself, but still I think most people should’ve minded their own business.
That being said, the one person in this story who I absolutely hated and who I felt should be an even bigger pariah than Molly, Patrick and Gabe was her mother. WHO DOES THAT!!!! Who takes their child’s life and selfishly creates a book about it that really shows all of the child’s dirty secrets. Apparently Molly’s mother! Then wants to pay Molly off with book royalties. Like that would ever in a million years make it okay. I can honestly say that Molly’s mother was despicable, and I wished the book would have focused on her a little more. I mean she will always be Molly’s mom, but……she deserved so much worse.
The writing in this book was compelling and intriguing. I found myself rooting for Molly despite everything she had done, and I was proud for a moment when she stood up for herself after letting people walk all over her in the summer. I would give it 4 out of 5 stars.
*This review was first posted to Moonlight Gleam Reviews http://moonlightgleam.com/2015/05/99-days-review-by-katie-cotugno.html#comment-22665*
99 Days was a unique read for me. I absolutely hate cheating, but I also like getting into the head of someone who makes that choice. It was absolutely fascinating to me, to watch Molly make such horrible decisions over and over. She really did care about both boys, but Patrick was her past and Gabe was the one who understood her. I don’t really think Molly knew what to do with the two of them.
There was such a history between all the Donnelly’s and Molly that it was hard I think for her to even know where she began. I didn’t like that Molly was treated like such a pariah but Gabe especially was welcomed with open arms. It was a horrible double-standard, and I could understand why Molly was so upset about it. Still Molly did bring a lot of it on herself, but still I think most people should’ve minded their own business.
That being said, the one person in this story who I absolutely hated and who I felt should be an even bigger pariah than Molly, Patrick and Gabe was her mother. WHO DOES THAT!!!! Who takes their child’s life and selfishly creates a book about it that really shows all of the child’s dirty secrets. Apparently Molly’s mother! Then wants to pay Molly off with book royalties. Like that would ever in a million years make it okay. I can honestly say that Molly’s mother was despicable, and I wished the book would have focused on her a little more. I mean she will always be Molly’s mom, but……she deserved so much worse.
The writing in this book was compelling and intriguing. I found myself rooting for Molly despite everything she had done, and I was proud for a moment when she stood up for herself after letting people walk all over her in the summer. I would give it 4 out of 5 stars.
*This review was first posted to Moonlight Gleam Reviews http://moonlightgleam.com/2015/05/99-days-review-by-katie-cotugno.html#comment-22665*
teri_dost's review against another edition
5.0
Tohle je knížka, která vám buď sedne nebo ne - nic mezi tím. Už jsem jí kdysi dávno jednou četla a pořád se mi zdá skvělá.
Není to typická YA - a takový knížek by tu mělo být víc!
Není to typická YA - a takový knížek by tu mělo být víc!
gracemessi's review against another edition
2.0
2.5? 3? I don't know where this falls. I have to get back to my reviews as I've listened to a lot of un-rateable audiobooks recently.
kthomas4415's review against another edition
2.0
So this book was entertaining but holy character flaws...
So many gross decisions made by the main character. So incredibly selfish and just yuck. She literally has two girls that are willing to forgive her for her past and still forge a friendship. But yet she just chooses to ditch that all for... what?
Can we also talk about how terrible Patrick is though as well? He is borderline verbally abusive and does it without having to apologize for his actions. Slut shaming, vulgar words and then doing exactly the same thing as the main character with zero repercussions.
And then don't even get me started on her Mom. WHAT A VIOLATION OF MOTHER DAUGHTER TRUST. Again, yuck.
Lastly- random mean girls? That have nothing to do with the situation? And just a hint of an LGBTQ to check off a box? Nope.
Only redemption of the book is the boys mom- knowing that she isn't the only guilty party.
Was going to continue the series, but I just can't justify it. Probably in the unpopular opinion with this one.
So many gross decisions made by the main character. So incredibly selfish and just yuck. She literally has two girls that are willing to forgive her for her past and still forge a friendship. But yet she just chooses to ditch that all for... what?
Can we also talk about how terrible Patrick is though as well? He is borderline verbally abusive and does it without having to apologize for his actions. Slut shaming, vulgar words and then doing exactly the same thing as the main character with zero repercussions.
And then don't even get me started on her Mom. WHAT A VIOLATION OF MOTHER DAUGHTER TRUST. Again, yuck.
Lastly- random mean girls? That have nothing to do with the situation? And just a hint of an LGBTQ to check off a box? Nope.
Only redemption of the book is the boys mom- knowing that she isn't the only guilty party.
Was going to continue the series, but I just can't justify it. Probably in the unpopular opinion with this one.
bernadettebloom's review against another edition
3.0
This YA was kind of messed up, to be honest. I wanted to slap them all. Hopefully the sequel gives me closure and redeems Gabe and Molly.
mylasteve's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
amor_j_daino_600390's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0