Kisses & Combat Boots- Military/Commando Romance

**This episode was recorded prior to recent events occurring January 2025**In this episode of Blush & Bindings, hosts Kacy, Lauren, and Lindsey gear up to explore the intense, action-packed world of military commando romances. They discuss popular themes, review the protector archetype, and give their thoughts on the evolution of strong female leads in the genre. Join them for Book Club with this episode’s pick, In the Likely Event by Rebecca Yarros, where emotional connections, plot and pacing, and the balance of spice are analyzed by the hosts. They also share their TBR recommendations specific to the subgenre.Trigger and Content warnings for this episode include explicit language, discussion of sexual content and scenes in general and from the page. Discussions during our book club segment in reference to the book club pick In the Likely Event by Rebecca Yarros includes: mentions of PTSD and mental health related to combat, death of a parent, death of a friend, cheating, plane crashes, war, and active war zones.Looking for the books we mentioned in this episode? Check out our website for a full list: https://www.blushandbindings.com/podcast/season-1-episode-4-kisses-and-combat-bootsThis episode contains mature themes and explicit content recommended for those who are 18+. Listener discretion is advised.About UsWe’re a couple of friends and sisters who bonded over a love of romance novels. After countless book discussions and shared book hangovers, we decided to create Blush & Bindings, a space to break down stigmas, lift up love stories and get cozy with the pages that bind us together.💕Connect with Us!🌐 blushandbindings.com📲 Find us on Instagram, Threads, TikTokLegal Disclaimer: The views expressed in this episode are solely those of the hosts and not necessarily those of any affiliated authors, publishers, or platforms, and all content is for entertainment and informational purposes only—not professional or legal advice—and Blush & Bindings and its hosts are not liable for any decisions made based on this podcast’s content.