Not a Greek mythology, but arguably an AP Lang persuasive essay topic contender. What one of us read as fantasy, the other interpreted as more of a speculative mystery!

But however you land on the argument of reality, no one can disagree, Clarke’s work is a masterpiece!

Also don’t forget to keep reading I Who Have Never Known Men, By Jaqueline Hartman, which will air on Monday, May 4th, and to pick up Rites of the Starling, By Devney Perry, the sequel to Shield of Sparrows, which will air on Monday, May 18th!

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There were several aspects of this thriller that had potential, the concept, the switching perspectives, the compelling backstory, and even a few fun gotcha moments. But in the end, there was one major faux pas that overshadows the rest of this book.

Can you guess what it is?

In other news, Kaitlyn and Kendra have selected Piranesi, By Susanna Clarke, as the next read. So don’t forget to pick up your copy as this episode will air on Monday, April 20th.

Lastly, voting for our first book in May is now open! So make your way over to our instagram stories to vote!

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Kate, a first release in a brand new genre could never make us hate you. We stand with you and our libraries!

That being said, if this is your first Kate Quinn book, try giving The Rose Code or The Briar Club a chance if this contemporary fiction wasn’t your cup of tea.

Also don’t forget to keep reading Anatomy of an Alibi, By Ashley Elston, which will air on Monday, April 6th and Piranesi, By Susanna Clarke, which will air on Monday, April 20th!

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AMAZE?

According to good reads, this book has changed people’s lives. According to Kaitlyn and Kendra’s attention spans they just might not be science-fiction people.

Don’t forget to pick up your copy of the new Kate Quinn book, The Astral Library, since our episode for that will air on Monday, March 23rd. Also, head over to our instagram where our voting is now open for the following book, which will air on Monday, April 6th!

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What’s a savory treat that we couldn’t help devouring?

GIRL DINNER

While the ending was rushed, Blake’s satirical takes on recent cultural phenomena were simply too delicious and we ate it up.

In other news, you all voted for our next read to be Project Hail Mary, By Andy Weir, so don’t forget to get reading! That episode will air Monday, March 9th.

And while you’re at it, grab your copy of the latest Kate Quinn book, The Astral Library, (Kaitlyn and Kendra’s  selection for March) which will air on Monday, March 23rd!

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We’ll give it to Carley, she sure knows how to set lake vibes…third act break ups…not so much, and yet somehow we both still had a great time!

What did you think of this sequel?

Also, don’t forget to start reading Girl Dinner, By Olivie Blake, which will air on Monday, February 23rd, AND to head to our instagram as voting is now open for our following episode that will air on Monday, March 9th!

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Welcome to the Cosmere!

While one of us was burning tin and absolutely immersed in this ashy maroon world, the other was sadly left slugging through it.

Only time will tell if Sanderson is worth the hype!

Also don’t forget to keep reading One Golden Summer, By Carley Fortune, which will air on Monday, February 9th, AND Girl Dinner, By Olivie Blake, which will air on Monday, February 23rd!

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If one were to create the perfect book for Kaitlyn to DNF, they would include a slow moving plot, unrelatable characters, and predatory behaviors.

Good news, Charlotte did this for us with Wild Dark Shore!

Don’t forget to keep reading Mistborn, By Brandon Sanderson, which will air Monday, January 26th, and to go to our instagram to vote for our first read of February!

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We read 26 books over the course of this past year as a book club. Some receiving indisputable 5-star ratings, while others…did not😅.

Listen along to hear our top 5 from 2025!

Also, don’t forget to start reading Wild Dark Shore, By Charlotte McConaghy which will air on Monday, January 12th!

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Say it with me, “We do not tolerate PWMOV slander”.

Can you believe it’s our last book of the year!? While these past 12 months (that’s 25 books🤯) have absolutely flown by, we cannot think of a better way to bookend 2025 than by closing out our season with a classic friends to lovers!

Speaking of wrapping up the year, we also have just realized our top 2025 in a special bonus episode recapping our favorite reads from our podcast this year!

Lastly, don’t forget to start reading Wild Dark Shore, By Charlotte McConaghy which will air on Monday, January 12th!

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