Have you ever read a book review and thought "was this person held at gunpoint to write this?" Well, this is what today's episode is all about! Are we too harsh? or are these ratings too generous? Tune in for our honest opinions, candid reactions, and book bestie banter.

Books in this episode:

• Once Upon a Broken Heart by Stephanie Garber (Once Upon a Broken Heart Series #1)
• I Who Have Never Known Men by Jacqueline Harpman
• Fearless by Lauren Roberts (The Powerless Trilogy #3)

Q: What's a book that everyone loved but you didn't get the hype?

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In this episode, we review This Is How You Lose the Time War by Amal El-Mohtar and Max Gladstone and discuss if it's actually sci-fi… or just a very poetic romance?

We get into the writing and format, the dual POVs, and how the love story plays out in a futuristic war between two opposing sides.

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We could also call this episode "Trisha and Ana fight over Onyx Storm" 😂

We didn’t like these books, so we read the 5-Star reviews, in this episode, we react to 5-star reviews of books we didn’t like. Are we too harsh? or are these ratings too generous? Tune in for honest takes, a few laughs, and some very different opinions.

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What makes life meaningful? Join us for a discussion of Paul Kalanithi's acclaimed memoir, When Breath Becomes Air, a book packed with life's most difficult questions. We dive into what we loved, what we didn’t.

Want a spoiler? We probably won't touch non-fiction anytime soon 👀

Don’t miss our honest take on this bestseller! And let us know: What are your thoughts about it? Did it answer any of your questions, or leave you more distressed? And do you like to read non-fiction?

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TW: This episode discusses terminal illness, death and dying, and grief.

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In this episode, we’re chatting with romance author Jillian Meadows about her upcoming release, "No Place Like You", the second book in the Oak Sisters series that’s all about love, family, and finding yourself.

We talk about the series, writing romance that feels like home, and even a few sneak peaks into book 3! Jillian also shares her inspiration for this universe, some specific scenes, and what readers can expect next.

No Place Like You releases March 10th and if you haven't, don't forget to read her other books!

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What's your hottest take when it comes to reading? In today’s episode, we’re reacting to bookish Reddit hot takes and sharing our honest opinions.

From trope culture to debates in the book community, we are reading real Reddit posts and breaking down what we agree with, what we don’t, and everything in between.

If you love bookish drama, reader discussions, and unfiltered takes, this one’s for you.

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It’s a double-feature book club episode! Whoop whoop! Join us for double the fun with this book club discussion episode as we review both Give Me Butterflies and Wreck My Plans by Jillian Meadows. We talk about tropes, our favorite scenes, and what stood out from these contemporary romances, from found family and the heartwarming Christmas vibes to book boyfriends and spice.

And stay tuned: we’ll be chatting with Jillian Meadows in an upcoming interview episode about her writing and upcoming second book of the Oak Sisters series, No Place Like You!

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Ever wonder what makes us tick as readers? In this episode, we’re letting you get to know us better! We answer bookish questions and dive into the stories that have stayed with us, the books that shaped who we are, and the reads that continue to influence our lives.We’re sharing the books that hold a special place on our shelves, and in our hearts. If you are curious, this episode is all about connecting over the stories that define us.✨ We’d love to hear from you - which book has left the biggest mark on your life?

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