Not all pubic hair is curly, not all "overnight sensations" happen overnight, but all three of the books we review this week are great reads.

Bracket overkill? Too many monsters for us! Of course there are 3 excellent book reviews and some usual snarky shit.

The Queen's Spade by Sarah Raughley

The Usual Desire to Kill by Camilla Barnes

Run for the Hills by Kevin Wilson

We discover that one of Pat's body parts has a hidden talent, and of course we introduce you to 3 great books!

Under the Same Stars by Libba Bray

Someone You Can Build a Nest In by John Witsell

Killer Potential by Hannah Deitch

Three book girls, just chatting about hiding bodies and books!

How Beautiful we Were by Imbolo Mbue

A Very Punchable Face by Colin Jost

Bat Eater and Other Names for Cora Zeng by Kylie Lee Baker

We are 4 Book GIrls this week, with our guest Shona L. Shona and Martha hit Indie Bookstore Day in Houston. We give you the full report, plus tips on how not to drive, how to keep Cheetoh dust off your books, and of course, reviews of 4 intriguing reads.

Our exploration of ways to keep the bugs away as well as the usual snark and 3 books reviewed!

Pearce Oysters by Joselyn Takacs

Nothing Ever Happens Here by Seraphina Nova Glass

Bad Nature by Ariel Courage

Books keep our heads above water, and also weird animal facts!

This week's books

Circling the Sun by Paula McLain

Mars Colony One by Gerald M Kilby

When we were real by Daryl Gregory

This week we recorded directly after the "hands off" rallies that took place in all 50 states, so our banter reflects that. We also reviewed 3 excellent books!

The Mars Room by Rachel Kushner

Flimsy Little Plastic Miracles by Ron Currie, Jr.

We Solve Murders by Richard Osman

EPISODE 442 RACE AGAINST PENELOPIAD RETREAT by 3BookGirls

We discuss our bad guy bracket again, so check Facebook to vote!

The Paris Express by Emma Donoghue

The Secretary by Renee Knight

The Outcast Mage by Annabele Campbell