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In this episode, Laura and Becky dive into the unique niche of orc romances, a subgenre within monster and paranormal romance. As the resident orc romance expert, Becky shares her journey of discovering new orc books, her all-time favorites, and what makes these stories so compelling. They discuss the evolution of orcs as romantic leads, their rich cultural backgrounds, and key themes like interspecies relationships, acceptance, and identity. From tender moments to intense mafia-esque adventures, these recommendations offer something for every romance reader.

Key Highlights:

• Becky’s Orc Discovery Journey: How Becky expanded her reading in September, discovering new authors and worlds in the orc romance genre.
• The Appeal of Orc Romances: Insights into why orcs make compelling protagonists, from their strong cultural roots to the unique blend of danger and tenderness.
• Notable Recommendations:
• Single Mom and the Orc by Honey Phillips (https://amzn.to/3CqdwsH) : A sweet orc romance with a heartwarming grumpy-sunshine dynamic and protective instincts.
• The Orc Boss by Lark Green (https://amzn.to/4hI2Vte): A mafia-adjacent story with a Scottish orc hero, blending the mafia and kidnapping tropes with humor and romance.
• Girls Weekend by CM Nacosta (https://amzn.to/40IN5IY): Follows three elf friends at an orc resort, exploring themes of friendship and self-discovery amid steamy romances.
• The Duchess and the Orc by Finley Fenn (https://amzn.to/40NHyk2): A heartfelt story that touches on mental health representation and finding acceptance.

Listener Takeaways:

• Orc romances feature strong cultural themes, deep character arcs, and a balance between danger and sweetness.
• Books like Orc Boss (https://amzn.to/4hI2Vte) combine familiar mafia elements with the unique twist of an orc protagonist.
• Series like Girls Weekend  (https://amzn.to/40IN5IY) offer relatable themes of friendship and growth, blending humor and romance.

Becky's Podcast and Social Links:

• Podcast: Too Stupid to Live - where Becky reviews romance novels priced $5 and under.
• Social Media:
• Podcast: @TSTLpodcast
• Personal: Instagram/TikTok: @Beckles212

Call to Action:

For the full list of orc romance recommendations, visit https://whattoreadnextblog.com/orc-romances/, Don’t forget to check out Becky’s podcast, Too Stupid to Live, for more quirky, budget-friendly romance reviews.

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