A funny, brave and subversive novel. A feminist riposte to centuries of men having all the fun.
Ten years of a seemingly perfect marriage crumbles when an anonymous woman uncovers her husband's affair.
To add insult to injury, he blames his infidelity on her, calling her "frigid" and "a prude." To prove she's anything but, she embarks on a liberating sexual odyssey, embracing her desire and refusal to be defined by her ex-husband's hurtful words. She, along with her already sexually liberated best friend, hatch the ultimate plan: to sleep with one hundred men.
As she sets forth on this contemporary heroine's journey, navigating the complexities of modern relationships and one-night stands, she begins to break free from the constraints of her past. Each encounter becomes a step towards reclaiming her identity and redefining her notions of love, intimacy and fulfillment.
Book Review:
Sometimes a story begins with a shatter—the moment a perfect-looking life cracks wide open and truth rushes in like cold air. The Hundred Man Plan takes that moment of betrayal and turns it into a wild, witty, and fiercely brave journey of rediscovery. And you can’t help but ask yourself: What happens when a woman decides she will no longer apologize for wanting more?
Misty O'Hara crafts a bold, subversive tale that blends humor with heartfelt honesty. After ten years of marriage collapse in the wake of her husband’s affair—and his cruel attempt to blame her for it—the protagonist refuses to shrink into the role he assigned her. Instead, she steps into a world of desire, choice, and unapologetic exploration. With her outspoken best friend at her side, the outrageous “hundred man plan” becomes more than a sexual challenge—it becomes a reclamation of voice, power, and self-worth.
Each encounter, awkward or liberating, pushes her further from shame and closer to understanding what intimacy truly means when defined on her own terms. O’Hara balances humor with vulnerability, making the story both entertaining and emotionally resonant.
A daring and empowering read for anyone who loves contemporary fiction infused with rebellion, laughter, and the messy, beautiful work of rebuilding oneself. Highly recommended.
