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Nora Stephens, a ruthless literary agent who lives and breathes books, is persuaded by her sister Libby to spend a month in a quaint small town called Sunshine Falls. Nora’s general aversion to small town life is challenged when she runs into (literally) a bookish and brooding editor from her past, Charlie Lastra. Amidst the picturesque backdrop, they find themselves drawn to each other in ways they never could have anticipated. Nora’s cynicism about love starts to soften and Charlie’s self-imposed isolation starts to crumble. Through witty banter and a shared love for books, this is a captivating tale of two unlikely souls finding love in the most unexpected of places, a story of challenging assumptions, embracing change, and discovering the unexpected twists that life has in store.
How does Nora’s perception of herself and her priorities change throughout the story? How does the contrast in settings affect the characters’ evolving relationships? What lasting lessons do we hope Nora and Charlie learned during their time in Sunshine Falls? Join us as we discuss these questions and more in this episode of our spoiler-filled podcast.
Great music huh?! The music for the intro and outro are segments from a song titled "Busy City" by TrackTribe, which was accessed through the YouTube audio library.
Coming up next: House of Sky and Breath by Sarah J. Maas
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“House of Earth and Blood” follows Bryce Quinlan, a young woman living in Lunathion (a.k.a. Crescent City), a place where humans and fae coexist. Her story begins with a brutal murder. For two years, Bryce is wracked with grief and survivor’s guilt, until the Governor comes to her for help. Similar murder have started happening again and Bryce seems to be the thing linking the victims. Fallen angel and renowned assassin, Hunt Athalar, becomes her protector and sounding board as they work together to solve the murders before the Summit - a meeting between the Governor and the heads of each district. Together, Bryce and Hunt navigate the intricate and often dangerous political landscape of Crescent City, uncovering dark secrets and confronting powerful foes. As they delve deeper into the investigation, they realize that the murders are small pieces of a much larger conspiracy that threatens the fragile peace between the humans and the fae. A gripping tale of adventure and self-discovery in a fantastical setting, Sarah J. Mass once again showcases her signature blend of compelling characters and intricate storytelling.
How did the traumatic events that Bryce experienced shape her as a character throughout the story? What aspects of the world-building stood out to us? Which plot twists surprised us the most? Join us as we discuss these questions and more in this episode of our spoiler-filled podcast.
Great music huh?! The music for the intro and outro are segments from a song titled "Busy City" by TrackTribe, which was accessed through the YouTube audio library.
Coming up next: Book Lovers by Emily Henry
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“The Library of the Dead” is a thrilling, urban fantasy novel. Set in Edinburgh, the story follows Ropa, a young girl with a unique ability - she can communicate with the spirits of the dead. In a world where the supernatural is an everyday occurrence, Ropa uses her gift to work as a ghostalker, helping lost spirits find closure and pass on peacefully. But her life takes a dangerous turn when she gets involved in a sinister conspiracy. Children are going missing, and Ropa discovers that a powerful entity known as the “Collector” is behind the abductions. To rescue the missing children and unveil the truth, Ropa embarks on a perilous journey through the magical and supernatural aspects of Edinburgh, learning more about her own abilities and the dark forces at work along the way.

How does the blending of the mundane and supernatural elements impact the overall atmosphere of the novel? How do themes of inequality and the exploitation of the vulnerable manifest within the story’s plot and characters? Join us as we discuss these questions and more in episode 23 of our spoiler-filled podcast.

Questions: The questions discussed in this episode were generated by ChatGPT.

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Coming up next: Ghost 19 by Simone St. James

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Violet Sorrengail has been planning her whole life to follow in the footsteps of her deceased father and become a scribe, but her mother - the ruthless General Sorrengail - is forcing her to become a dragon rider. The Rider’s Quadrant is a dangerous place to be. If the parapet or dragons don’t kill her, another cadet surely will, especially those who feel animosity toward her mother. The war is getting worse and the magic that keep Navarre safe is starting to fail. And when Violet discovers that information about the war is being withheld from them in battle brief, she begins to question what else leadership is keeping from the citizens of Navarre.

Who were our favorite and least favorite characters? Is there anything we still find ourselves thinking about? Is this book worth the hype it’s receiving on social media? Join us as we discuss these questions and more in episode 15 of our spoiler-filled podcast.

Questions: The questions discussed in this episode come from Libromaniacs. → https://libromaniacs.com/generic-book-club-questions/

Great music huh?! The music for the intro and outro are segments from a song titled "Busy City" by TrackTribe, which was accessed through the YouTube audio library.

Coming up next: Malibu Rising by Taylor Jenkins Reid

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Harriet finally has some time off from her medical residency to go on her yearly trip with her best friends. It turns out that her ex, Wyn, was also invited, largely because they neglected to tell anyone that they broke up six months ago. So now they’re sharing the master bedroom for a week and they can’t come clean to their friends because the cottage, Harriet’s happy place, is being put up for sale. And not only is this trip like a last hurrah for the cottage, two of the friends announce their engagement the first night. They can’t put a damper on the mood by telling everyone they aren’t together anymore! They’ve gotta fake it till they make it and try not to notice the feelings that are bubbling up between them. We’ve got the forced proximity, the second chance, and I guess a little bit of fake dating.

A lot of Harriet’s journey is about deciding whether to let go of a dream that no longer excites her, despite the time and energy she’s already invested into it. Have we ever had to make a decision like this? If we had a second life to live, what would we want to do with it? Do we have a “happy place”? Join us as we discuss these questions and more in episode 10 of our spoiler-filled podcast.

Questions: The questions discussed in this episode come from the publisher, Penguin Random House. → https://www.penguinrandomhouse.ca/books/704944/happy-place-by-emily-henry/9780593441275/reading-guide

Great music huh?! The music for the intro and outro are segments from a song titled "Busy City" by TrackTribe, which was accessed through the YouTube audio library.

Coming up next: A Court of Wings and Ruin by Sarah J. Maas

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