Proper Villains

If you're looking for an interesting, complex series, we talk about The Unquiet Dead by Ausma Zehanat Khan, the first in the Esa Khattak/Rachel Getty series. Also, we have news about the sequel to Winter Counts from David Heska Wanbli Weiden himself! 

Books mentioned in this episode:

The Unquiet Dead by Ausma Zehanat Khan

Winter Counts by David Heska Wanbli Weiden

Vox by Christina Dalcher

The Christie Affair by Nina de Gramont

The Mystery of Mrs. Christie by Marie Benedict

The Rook by Daniel O'Malley

We have a great backlist title for you today as we discuss The Rook by Daniel O'Malley. And we have several other books we talk about too! Get your TBR ready!

Books mentioned in this episode:

The Rook by Daniel O'Malley

Stiletto by Daniel O'Malley

Gods of Jade & Shadow by Silvia Moreno-Garcia

Mexican Gothic by Silvia Moreno-Garcia

Velvet was the Night was Silvia Moreno Garcia (coming out in paperback in May!)

Untamed Shore by Silvia Moreno-Garcia

The Secret History by Donna Tartt

Taste by Stanley Tucci

Happy Women's History Month! On this episode, Robin and Caitlyn discuss Finlay Donovan Knocks 'em Dead by Elle Cosimano, Finlay is back!

Media discussed in this episode:

Finlay Donovan Knocks 'em Dead by Elle Cosimano

Finlay Donovan is Killing It by Elle Cosimano

Who Thought This Was a Good Idea by Alyssa Mastromonaco

So Here's the Thing... by Alyssa Mastromonaco

The Dropout on Hulu

Caitlyn is back this week! She and Robin discuss Winter Counts by David Heska Wanbli Weiden, an enrolled member of the Sicangu Lakota Nation. This book is primarily set on the Rosebud Reservation, which is close to home for our hosts. 

Books mentioned in this episode:

Winter Counts by David Heska Wanbli Weiden

Shadow of the Wind by Carlos Ruiz Zafon

If You Ask Me by Betty White

This week Robin and guest host Scott Chipman discuss The Lies of Locke Lamora by Scott Lynch. Scott is married to the regular co-hosting villain, Caitlyn. This week's book is a heist novel set in a fantasy world, but not so fantastical that you won't recognize it. As Scott said, no dragons in this one. This is a backlist novel and the first in a series. We do mention that it's a good comp for the Shadow & Bone trilogy and Six of Crows duology by Leigh Bardugo but unlike those novels, The Lies of Locke Lamora is NOT a young adult (YA) book, so please be aware of that. 

Books mentioned in this episode:

The Lies of Locke Lamora by Scott Lynch

Republic of Thieves by Scott Lynch

Shadow & Bone trilogy & Six of Crows duology by Leigh Bardugo

Raising Steam by Terry Pratchett

Good Omens by Terry Pratchett

Matrix by Lauren Groff

We're back and still hanging out in the Holmes universe. This episode we explore Moriarty by Anthony Horowitz, who was chosen by the Arthur Conan Doyle estate to continue the Sherlock Holmes canon. This book is all about the "Napoleon of Crime," Professor Moriarty. This is a good episode if you like backlist books!

Books mentioned in this episode:

Moriarty by Anthony Horowitz

House of Silk by Anthony Horowitz

Death in the Air by Kate Winkler Dawson

All Her Little Secrets by Wanda Morris

You'll Never Believe What Happened to Lacey by Amber Ruffin & Lacey Lamar

This week on the podcast, Robin and Caitlyn dive into the world's favorite consulting detective, Sherlock Homes. We discuss is Irene Adler a villain, and Doyle's Proper Villain, Professor Moriarty. 

Books discussed in this episode:

The Complete Stories of Sherlock Homes by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle

A Study in Scarlet Women by Sherry Thomas

Run Fast Eat Slow: Nourishing Recipes for Athletes by Shalane Flanagan & Elyse Kopecky

Mrs. Rochester's Ghost by Lindsay Marcott

We are back with another minisode on the Elizabeth Holmes trial. The verdict is in, and Robin and Caitlyn discuss what charges Holmes was convicted on, acquitted on, and where a mistrial was ordered. Also, was this really the Silicon Valley wake-up call people claim? 

Information from today's episode came from CNN Business, MSNBC, and the BBC. 

Happy New Year Villains! This week on the podcast, Robin and Caitlyn discuss the Ocean's Franchise, 20 years of George Clooney, Brad Pitt, and Sandra Bullock. Then, what we are currently reading. 

Media discussed in this episode:

Ocean's 11 (1960)

Ocean's 11 (2001)

Ocean's 12 (2004)

Ocean's 13 (2007)

Ocean's 8 (2018)

The Black God's Drums by P. Djèlí Clark

Death In the Air by Kate Winkler Dawson

Finlay Donovan is back for a second episode! Plus, Robin discusses her favorite seasonal Agatha Christie stories. 

Books discussed in this episode:

Finlay Donovan is Killing It by Elle Cosimano - The sequel is available for pre-order!

Hercule Poirot's Christmas by Agatha Christie

The Adventure of the Christmas Pudding by Agatha Christie - Due to this being a short story, the link is for the collection.

Moriarty by Anthony Horowitz

The Freedom Broker by K.J. Howe