Dirty Birdie Book Club

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Dirty Birdie Book Club

Join Shirley and Jackie in their discussions of the spicy books the read every other week. Each book is given a spice rating on a scale of 1-10 (Twilight to Haunted Adeline) Listen to the shenanigans of two married women exploring romance and intimacy in fiction and equating it to real life. 18+ Explicit content warning.

  1. 71

    Boy Aquarium (The Deal by Elle Kennedy)

    Soon to be a show on Amazon Prime. We've read Elle Kennedy books before so we wanted to get this one done before the show airs on May 13th!

  2. 70

    How Did You Not Know? (Accidental Abduction by E. L. KOSLO)

    Holiday books are for year round....especially when there is a mask kink.

  3. 69

    Christmas in March? (Unwrap Me by Summer O'Toole)

    Who says you can't read holiday books year round? We made an exception for this one.

  4. 68

    Shaddy (Quicksilver by Callie Hart)

    Shadow Daddy? That's a thing? Hell yeah it is!

  5. 67

    Hot Boss Professor Daddy (Fundamentals of Being a Good Girl by Julie Murphy and Sierra Simone)

    We loved Merry Little Meet Cute so much that we decided to read another book from this amazing duo. And we were immediately-- wrapped!

  6. 66

    Ride or Die Part II (The Empyrean Series by Rebecca Yarros)

    Continuing our series on Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, and Onyx storm. Spoilers and theories inside.

  7. 65

    Ride or Die Part I (The Empyrean Series by Rebecca Yarros)

    There was just no way we were fitting all three books into one episode. Our first two part series; enjoy part one where we mostly talk about Fourth Wing and the world of Basgiath War College.

  8. 64

    Christmas Special (Merry Little Meet Cute by Julie Murphy and Sierra Simone)

    It's all there in the title. What else can we say? Merry. Cute. Both appropriate for this adorable Christmas romance.

  9. 63

    Cliffhanger Audacity (Haunting the Hunter by Hanna Harp)

    I need to stop getting book recs from the clock app. This concept was so alluring...but did it hit? Find out.

  10. 62

    In-taint in the Membrane (Craving Consequences by Airicka Phoenix)

    Twice the daddies? Twice the fun? Yes please!Don't worry about reading the TW list. We go through it.

  11. 61

    Halloween Special

    We've got a special episode for Halloween!3 books in one. Yes, they're as CORNY as they sound...get it?Pounded in the Patch by Dana LeeAnnPumpkin Smash by Darva Green Hallowpeen by Holly Wilde

  12. 60

    Cracked Door Romance (The Ex Hex by Erin Sterling)

    It's SPOOKY SEASON!Starting it off with this witchy Halloween romance....and then somehow ending on Taylor Swift's new album.

  13. 59

    Slow Burn Who? (Mountain Daddy by S.J. Tilly)

    Yes. 100% Go read it now. We'll wait.(TW: Cancer)

  14. 58

    Good For Her (The Mindf*ck Series by S.T. Abby)

    Holy forking shirt balls. READ THE TRIGGERS. This is rough one. Please read the triggers before reading this book. They can be found online at her website. But the plot. Chef's kiss.

  15. 57

    Shallow End (Deep End by Ali Hazelwood)

    Funny how a book titled "Deep End" seemed to be lacking...well...depth.Unlike her other books we've read, Deep End didn't quite make as big of a 'splash'....I'll stop with the puns....Or will I? Guess you'll have to listen to find out.

  16. 56

    Why Love Shaped? (Pretty Please Me by Jere Anthony)

    If not want love? Why love shaped? A second book by Jere Anthony, previously we read Don't Call Me Daddy. Sweet. Romantic. Lackluster? Listen and find out.

  17. 55

    Layered. Tragic. Beautiful. (Still Beating by Jennifer Hartmann)

    Not really romance. Yet we couldn't put it down. PLEASE read the TW before reading this book.TW: SA, kidnapping, murder, attempted suicide, drugs, alcohol abuse

  18. 54

    Broken Tropes (Caught Up by Navessa Allen)

    The most anticipated book of the year? A lot of mixed reviews have been coming in about Caught Up. The sequel to the AMAZING Lights Out, we wanted to get out two cents in.

  19. 53

    Spice 10. Plot 3. (Losers Part I by Harley Laroux)

    "Almost" too much smut and not enough plot. Hopefully part two will bring the plot? Who knows. Will we find out? TW: Please listen/read the TW before reading this book.

  20. 52

    It's Been A While (Hexed by Emily Mcintire)

    Back at it again. It's a banter heavy episode. So be warned.

  21. 51

    Nothing But the Truth....Except For That (Ravenhood Series by Kate Stewart)

    3 books in 1 episode. Are you ready to question everything you know? And also rip your heart and soul out in the process? Then boy do we have the books for you! Flock, Exodus, The Finish Line are the life changing trilogy of the Ravenhood Series. And we'll never be the same again.

  22. 50

    Cuming Soon (Love, Camera, Action By Noel Stark)

    Are you clumsy? Are you snacky? Are you just trying to survive in a world that is constantly against you? Well let us introduce you to your new relatable book girl, Cali Daniels. TW: Cancer, death

  23. 49

    Kink Chameleon (Kinknapped by Ashley Amy)

    Yes. 100%. 10/10.(TW: Murder, Torture, Violence, men being disgusting)

  24. 48

    Cookies 'n "Creme" (Butcher & Blackbird by Brynne Weaver)

    We read all three so you don't have to. But this episode is mostly about the first and the best. We're talking about the viral book, Butcher & Blackbird. TW: so so much. EYES.

  25. 47

    #BookTalk

    We listen and we don't judge. Reading scenes to my husband and getting the "male perspective"

  26. 46

    Religiously Rainbow (Camera Shy by Kay Cove)

    What's the opposite of morally grey? Religiously rainbow? That's what Finn is. Oh and another thing, men like him don't exist. We couldn't get enough of this book. TW: Gaslighting

  27. 45

    Morally Grey Golden Retriever (Lights Out by Navessa Allen)

    An instant classic. 10/10. No notes...ok one note. Please read the trigger warnings ahead of time.

  28. 44

    This IS Our First Rodeo (Flawless by Elsie Silver)

    Branching into a new trope; we're ready to wear the hat and ride the cowboy. This time we're talking about Flawless by Elsie Silver, first in the Chestnut Springs series.

  29. 43

    Mothman is Sigma (Don't Call Me Daddy by Jere Anthony)

    Age gap and Daddy for Jackie. Sweet and funny for Shirley. This book has it all. TW: Death, PTSD

  30. 42

    Parents Should Love You (Keep Me by Sara Cate)

    Sara Cate is slowly moving up to our number one author. This time we're in Scotland with a grumpy Scottish billionaire (where can you go wrong?). A quick and amazing read. TW: Death, PTSD, Alcohol use, Parental Neglect)

  31. 41
  32. 40

    Pulling the Kill Switch (Kill Switch by Penelope Douglas)

    Well, we read it. We're done with it. Another entry in the Devil's Night series and it will be our last. Please check the TW for this book. TW: Child SA, abuse, drugging, kidnapping, SA, murder, torture.

  33. 39

    If That's Not Love... (Eyes On Me by Sara Cate)

    Back in the Salacious Player's Club, the second book in this series is just as spicy as the first. (TW: first-hand experience with depression, anxiety, attempted suicide, drug and alcohol use, parental death, cancer, BDSM)

  34. 38

    Feet Kickers (The C*ck Down the Block by Amy Award)

    Vanilla still tastes good. Amongst all the dirty and depraved, we read a sweet fluffy romance about a shy librarian and her lovestruck quarterback neighbor. TW: Fat phobia, bullying, ED

  35. 37

    Horny Goldilocks (5 Brothers by Penelope Douglas)

    Showing the brotherly love; 5 Brothers is another banger from PenDoug. Shirlie dropped it in Jackie's lap without question and the rest is recorded. TW: Drug use, violence, SA, discussion/suicide

  36. 36

    Pussy Fuel (Her Soul To Take By Harley Laroux)

    It's like someone crept into our minds and wrote a book about her likes. This trilogy starter has us shrieking and giggling. TW: Cult, torture, assault, murder, violence, drugging, kidnapping

  37. 35

    Hooked By Hooked (Scarred by Emily McIntire)

    Thank goodness we read Hooked first and it got us hooked. Confused. Unsatisfied. We came for the smut and stayed for the Disney. TW: death, violence, murder, drugging, SA, torture.

  38. 34

    Do No Harm. Take No Shit. (The Confidence of Wildflowers by Micalea Smeltzer)

    A combo episode of The Confidence of Wildflowers and The Resurrection of Wildflowers. We're both enthralled by the whirlwind romance of Thayer and Salem. And also heartbroken by the trauma they both go through. (TW: Death (child's death), cancer, SA, incest).

  39. 33

    Daddy Vibe < Daddy Issues (Terms and Conditions by Lauren Asher)

    Diving back into the world of Dreamland, we read the oldest brother&#39;s story about his clause to get his inheritance. Was it as good as the first book? Listen and find out. TW: Child abuse, substance abuse

  40. 32

    Hello Pussy Cat (Things We Left Behind by Lucy Score)

    Wrapping up the men of Knockemout Virginia with Lucy and Sloane. We&#39;ve been waiting for it since our first episode. Did it live up to the hype? TW: Child Abuse, Domestic Abuse, Stalking, Violence, Murder

  41. 31

    Novella Episode

    A special episode of DBBC, Her Maryland Crabby Daddy by Golden Angel. A listener request.

  42. 30

    Horror vs. Porn (Corrupt by Penelope Douglas)

    NOTICE: There is a very hard TW for child SA at minute 29-30. We&#39;re back with Penn Doug! Starting the Devil&#39;s Night series. There was far less group scenes that we anticipated.

  43. 29

    Porn On Pages (Pucking Around by Emily Rath)

    Is there such a thing as too much? We disagree. Find out who is over the moon and who is ready to move on in this new episode about Pucking Around by Emily Rath. TW: Mentions of substance abuse

  44. 28

    The Slowest of Burns (Twisted by Emily McIntire)

    Back with another book by Emily McIntire, Twisted tested our slow burn limits. But, as we discuss, Emily doesn&#39;t disappoint! TW: Child Abuse, Violence, Murder, Torture)

  45. 27

    Everybody Gets A Khui (Ice Planet Barbarians by Ruby Dixon)

    We did it. We read it. Did we love it? Maybe out of morbid curiosity. TW: Kidnapping, S/A

  46. 26

    How Are There More Books? (Blossom In Winter by Melanie Martins)

    We&#39;re not taking any more recommendations from BookTok. We discuss Blossom In Winter by Melanie Martin this time. The only warning is that WE NEVER GO A** TO MOUTH!

  47. 25

    What Are You? (Court of the Vampire Queen by Katee Robert)

    How much is too much? This book might have tested our limits. Court of the Vampire Queen, takes us back to our 2010 vampire obsessions but with a little more spice ;) TW: Dubious consent, blood play, breeding, abusive parent (father), patricide, pregnancy, blood, gore, murder, explicit sex, vomiting (cause pregnancy), discussions about abortion, abusive parent (father, historical, off-page), blood play, attempted sexual assault (alluded to, non-graphic), attempted drugging

  48. 24

    Is That A Word? (Tarnished Tyrant by Nicole Fox)

    There are some deep dives in this episode, that have little to do with the actual book! This time we&#39;re &quot;discussing&quot; Tarnished Tyrant by Nicole Fox. Mafia romance is just dark romance-light. (TW: SA, Gaslighting, Murder, Substance Abuse, Kidnapping, Child Abuse)

  49. 23

    Cute Meet Cute (Birthday Girl By Penelope Douglas)

    Revisiting one of our favorite authors with Birthday Girl. The relationship between out MF and her boyfriend's dad is taboo to say the least. But we can't get enough of it. TW: Domestic Abuse

  50. 22

    The Movie Was Better (365 Days by Blanka Lipinska)

    365 Days took the internet by storm in 2020 and then quickly became a Netflix adaptation to drool over. And for the first time in our lives, we say, the movie was better. TW: Murder, Kidnapping, Gaslighting, Substance Use, S/A

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Join Shirley and Jackie in their discussions of the spicy books the read every other week. Each book is given a spice rating on a scale of 1-10 (Twilight to Haunted Adeline) Listen to the shenanigans of two married women exploring romance and intimacy in fiction and equating it to real life. 18+ Explicit content warning.

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