Checked Out and Overdue

An episode about The Princess Bride?! Inconceivable! Listen in as Taryn and Chelsea review the novel that inspired the 1987 classic movie and some of the things they loved and didn't love so much about this book. Be aware they do minor slip ups in the spoiler section while comparing it to the movie but nothing major so don't worry.

Intro: 0:00 - 7:40

General Overview: 7:40 - 34:03

Spoilers: 34:03 - 52:10

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This week our hosts are discussing a funny little satyrical book about letters. Listen as they recap some of their thoughts about the new season of Shadow and Bone, and the impact language and empathy have on humanity.

Intro: 0:00 - 3:50

Shadow and Bone Recap: 3:50 - 14:26

General Overview: 14:26 - 28:04

Spoilers: 28:04 - 46:44

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Chelsea and Taryn have been reunited and are happy to share another very unedited book review with you. Our hosts reread the Shadow and Bone series in preparation for the release of the show's next season (which comes out TOMORROW). Enjoy their chaotic rambles and them probably talking about Ben Barnes at least 16 times. 

Intro: 0:00 - 11:47

General Overview: 11:47 - 28:33

Spoilers: 28:33 - 56:22

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This week our hosts are back and worse than ever with yet another fairy tale episode that nobody asked for. Listen in as Taryn and Chelsea read and discuss the questionable morals that are conveyed through questionable stories. They also somehow managed to make D&D a related topic again. 

Intro: 00:00 - 7:57

Puss in Boots: 7:57 - 30:44

Little Red Riding Hood: 30:44 - 52:40

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MUUURRRDDDEEERRR. In this episode Taryn and Chelsea review Holly Jackson's story of a high school senior taking on the 5-year-old murder case that shook her town. This story caused both our hosts to gasp out loud and is full of some fun twists and turns. Listen in to learn their thoughts on this thrilling YA fiction mystery.

Intro: 0:00 - 9:07

General Overview: 9:07  - 27:45

Spoilers: 27:45  - 56:17

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This week, hosts Taryn and Chelsea review their second  Fredrick Backman novel and the different ways they viewed this novel. This story features a very grumpy, old curmudgeon and his journey to rediscovering the joys of life and connection with others who are not total idiots. 

Please be aware of the heavy trigger warnings on this book, particularly in regard to suicide. If you or someone you know is struggling with suicide, please call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 (para ayuda en español, llame al 988). The Lifeline provides 24-hour, confidential support to anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. Call 911 in life-threatening situations.

https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/suicide-prevention

Intro: 0:00 - 14:47

General Overview: 14:47 - 39:18

Spoilers: 39:18 - 1:07:23

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Welcome to yet another hectic episode of Checked Out and Overdue. This was such a great idea in theory but man this was complete chaos. Listen in as Chelsea and Taryn talk about their book recommendations to fit certain moods.

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Join our hosts and their guests Megan (@musingsmanifest) and Tare (@tare_rose_reads) as they review the next installment of the Throne of Glass series. This episode is full of spoilers for all the previous books in the series so beware! All four were struggling to contain their love for these characters and this world. 

Intro: 0:00 - 11:01

General Overview: 11:01 - 25:45

Spoilers: 25:45 - 59:59

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Tune in this week to hear Taryn and Chelsea fangirl over this beautiful regency romance (that is surprisingly not by Sarah Eden) and talk about their dramatic love of this story. This book is full of witty banter and embarrassingly adorable situations including a *chef's kiss* meet cute. 

Intro: 0:00 - 7:45

General Overview: 7:45   - 25:07

Spoilers: 25:07  - 52:17

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