It's February in The Reading Lounge and we stepping into the world of romance. Bitter Sweet by Hattie Williams is a story of obsession and bad choices set in the world of book publishing. Listen in to find out if you should add this novel to your TBR list.

We've waved goodbye to dry January and are toasting this read with an appropriately named cocktail.

The Illicit Affair

1 1/4 oz. Vodka

1 1/3 oz. orange juice

1 1/3 oz. cranberry juice

2 dashes orange bitters

Shake all ingredients with ice and strain into an ice-filled glass. Garnish with an orange slice.

Enjoy!