Books We Loved in May

from Paperback Ponderings · host Sarah & Kyla

This week, Sarah and Kyla are chatting about all the books they read in May, with a short synopsis of each along with their spoiler-free thoughts. Tune in to hear about Kyla's unexpected new obsession and the popular new release that disappointed her, as well as a new favourite historical fiction read for Sarah, and more! [00:38] Fury Bound[07:19] The Glass Hotel[15:45] The Well of Ascension[21:20] The Island of Sea Women[27:08] The Dungeon Anarchist’s Cookbook[32:25] That Time I Got Drunk and Saved a Demon[38:31] The Deal & The Score

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