Our month of romantasy reading led us to A Dowry of Blood by S.T. Gibson, but does it really belong in the romantasy genre?
In this episode, we unpack our book club pick, talk about our reading experience, explore its themes of love, power, and manipulation, and share our honest reactions.
Have you read it? Do you think it counts as romantasy?
Join the conversation and read along with us in our book club on Fable!
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As we approach the end of the year, we’re taking a moment to reflect on the ARCs we read in 2025.
Think of this episode as a Goodreads wrap-up, but just for ARCs, featuring the books each of the Book Besties read. From wholesome love stories to immersive fantasy worlds and thought-provoking works of literary fiction, this episode highlights our honest reactions to the early releases we had the chance to read.
Some of the books we discuss are:
And Now Back to You by B.K. Borison
House of Day, House of Night by Olga Tokarczuk
In Your Dreams by Sarah Adams
The Fallen & the Kiss of Dusk by Carissa Broadbent
Wild Reverence by Rebecca Ross
... and much more!
Whether you’re curious about upcoming releases, how to get ARCs, or just want to hear our honest thoughts, this episode is for you.
✨ Let us know which release you’re most excited for!
Join us for another book club discussion as we review I Who Have Never Known Men by Jacqueline Harpman.
In this episode, we unpack our personal interpretations of the novel, explore its themes, and tackle the ongoing debate around whether it truly qualifies as a feminist book.
📚 Tune in, reflect with us, and let us know your take!
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Part 2 is here! We continue the discussion on books we love, but with a twist: we're reading and reacting to their 1 star reviews. Who dealt better with the criticism? Have you ever gotten defensive about negative reviews? Do you agree with these 1 star reviews?Books that we discuss:• The Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky• For the Fans by Nyla K• Atomic Habits by James Clear• The Answer is No by Fredrik Backman• Wild and Wrangled Lyla Sage• Mistborn by Brandon Sanderson
Join us for a lively book club discussion as we review Till Summer Do Us Part by bestselling author Meghan Quinn!
We break down the humor, romance, and heartfelt moments of this fake-dating, best-friend’s-brother rom-com, with plenty of laughs and a few divided opinions along the way.
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We are back! In this episode we discuss books we love, but with a twist: we're reading and reacting to their 1 star reviews. Who dealt better with the criticism? Have you ever gotten defensive about negative reviews? Do you agree with these 1 star reviews?
Books that we discuss:
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In this special book club episode, we’re joined by our book besties from the Daggers and Shadow Daddies Podcast to dive deep into The Knight and the Moth by Rachel Gillig. We share our honest thoughts, favorite (and least favorite) characters, and how this book kept us hooked (or not). Expect laughs, and a whole lot of different opinions.
Whether you’ve read the book already or are just curious if it’s worth adding to your TBR, this spoiler-filled chat is for you. Grab your drink, sit back, relax and join our book club. Let’s talk The Knight and the Moth.
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Before we had a podcast, we had a book club!
In this episode, we are going down memory lane to revisit the books we read together before we hit record: the ones we loved, the ones we didn’t, and the ones we still argue about until today.
Whether you're a long-time listener or new to our club, this episode is perfect if you're looking for your next read (or want to avoid a few).
📚 Featuring books like Happy Place by Emily Henry, Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros, The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides, Recursion by Blake Crouch, The Invisible Life of Addie la Rue by V.E. Schwab, Butcher & Blackbird by Brynne Weaver and And Then There Were None by Agatha Christie.
In this episode we talk about super hyped books that were not for us, this means the bestsellers, booktok favorites and 5-star reads for everyone else. We’re sharing the books that disappointed us and asking: are we the problem, or are these books just overrated?
Expect some unpopular opinions, a few spicy takes, and maybe a little guilt.
Some of the books we mention:
Powerless by Lauren Roberts
Fearless by Lauren Roberts
Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros
Got a book you didn’t love that everyone else raves about? DM us @BookBestieSaid we want to hear it!
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After a long wait, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie is back with her first novel in over a decade; but did it live up to expectations? In this episode we discuss Dream Count, explore its powerful themes around the struggles of Black women, and share our honest reviews.
Have you read it? What did you think?
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In this episode, we’re sharing our favorite five-star books, the must-read titles that left a lasting impact on us. Either because of their fantastic writing, exceptional plot, immersive world-building or just the feels we were left with after.
Join us as we reflect on what makes a book truly exceptional and answer the question: What defines a five-star read?
Share your favorite five-star reads and tell us what makes them unforgettable!
These are the five-star reads we had to share with you: Baltasar and Blimunda by José Saramago, The Crimson Moth duology by Kristen Ciccarelli, Zoo Station by Christiane V. Felscherinow, The Prison Healer series by Lynette Noni, Kokoschka's Doll by Afonso Cruz, The Last Hour of Gann vy R. Lee Smith, In Five Years by Rebecca Serle, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time by Mark Haddon, The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller, 1984 and Animal Farm by George Orwell.
Get ready! 💘 In this episode, we sit down with Passion Project author, London Sperry, to talk all things romance and the inspiration behind her debut novel, from behind-the-scenes stories to how she created those unforgettable characters. Plus, we end the episode with a fun “This or That: Passion Discover” game!
If you’ve read Passion Project, this episode is for you. Tune in for a fun and cozy convo, and some book bestie vibes. 💬📚
🎧 Let us know your favorite part, and don’t forget to follow us for more author chats and bookish fun!
Support London and the Podcast: buy her book here.
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We read and discussed Red Rising by Pierce Brown in our Book Club (join us!) and this might have been our most polarized review ever 👀
Don’t miss our honest opinions on this bestseller 📖 And let us know what you thought about it!
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In this episode of My Book Bestie Said It’s Good, we’re chatting all about the books we recommended to each other - with no spoilers.
From surprising favorites to unexpected misses, we’re sharing honest takes, hot tea, and a few TBR-worthy gems. Cozy up and get ready for the ultimate book bestie review session!
List of books mentioned in the episode:
Emily Wilde's Encyclopedia of Faeries – Heather Fawcett
Practice Makes Perfect – Sarah Adams
Lights Out – Navessa Allen
God of Malice – Rina Kent
Divine Rivals – Rebecca Ross
The Seven Year Slip – Ashley Poston
Milking Farm – C.M. Nascosta
1984 – George Orwell
Unhinged – Vera Valentine
Fourth Wing – Rebecca Yarros
The Bridge Kingdom – Danielle L. Jensen
The Lord of the Rings series – J.R.R. Tolkien
Powerless – Lauren Roberts
Quicksilver – Callie Hart
Pride and Prejudice – Jane Austen
Ms. Nash’s Ashes – Sarah Adler
Ice Planet Barbarians – Ruby Dixon
A Court of Thorns and Roses series – Sarah J. Maas
The Deep End – Ali Hazelwood
Harry Potter – J.K. Rowling
The Hobbit – J.R.R. Tolkien
The Truth According to Ember – Danica Nava
Mistborn series – Brandon Sanderson
Phantasma – Kaylie Smith
Heartless Hunter – Kristen Ciccarelli
The Picture of Dorian Gray – Oscar Wilde
Brave New World – Aldous Huxley
In this episode, we chat with debut YA romantasy author Lois Miller, whose novel Don't Fear the Fire came out March 25th. Lois takes us behind the scenes of her writing journey, from first draft to publishing, and shares how she approached querying agents, building an audience, and crafting a villain who definitely thinks he's the main character (looking at you, Claude 👀).
Whether you're a reader, writer, or just romantasy-obsessed, this one’s for you.
Get Lois book here.
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In this episode, we review First-Time Caller by B.K. Borison, a romance novel that’s been all over Booktok and on the top of the TBRs of many romance readers. If you just finished reading B.K. Borison’s newest book and want to hear what other readers think, this review will give you all the insights you need. Tune in for a detailed discussion on First-Time Caller to find out if your book besties Ana, Rina, and Trisha said it’s good!
Get First-Time Caller on Amazon! ☎️💗
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Is your TBR pile growing out of control? Ours certainly is! In this episode, we get honest about the books that have been on our shelves for too long and explore strategies for tackling those piles.
Whether you’re struggling with TBR shame or just want to hear some relatable thoughts about reading, this episode is for you.
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Love romance books? 📚✨ In this episode, we chat with debut author Megan Murphy about her debut novel Fake It Like You Mean It ! She tells us about her writing process, and publishing journey.
🎙️ Topics we cover:
✔️ Megan's writing & publishing journey
✔️ The magic of romance (and her favorites!)
✔️ Advice for aspiring authors
Hit play for a fun bookish chat! 🎧💘
Megan's debut will be available on March 18! Go grab your copy! 📚 Available on Amazon, and wherever you get your books!
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In this episode, we dive deep into What You’re Looking for Is in the Library by Michiko Aoyama, a beautiful and cozy read that celebrates the magic of libraries, books, and those unexpected moments that change our lives.
Grab a cup of tea and join us! 📚✨
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In this episode, we chat with TeaTimeTales about getting started as a writer! 🖊️ Alexa, the person behind TeaTimeTales, shares her experience writing short stories and working on her first book. If you’re thinking about starting your own writing adventure, this one’s for you!
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