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Sisters Reading Romance

by Ayesha Koome & Lexi Koome

There is no shame in reading romance! Join sisters, Ayesha and Lexi, in Romance Land as they dive into the world of tropes, smut and so much more

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  1. 125 - Nocturne by Karina Halle

    We're wrapping up October with one last episode—and we're going back to our vampire roots, because we are the girls who grew up on sparkly vampires 🩸✨. Our opinions on this one were definitely mixed, so Romantics, if you've read it, hit us up and tell us what you thought! Also… we highly…

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  2. 123 - Loving a Vampire is Total Chaos by Aura Hayes

    WE'RE BACK! 💀 After an unplanned hiatus (so sorry, Romantics!), we're kicking off October with some perfectly spooky reads. This week, we dove into Loving a Vampire Is Total Chaos—and honestly, it was, in the best way. We adored this book! If cheeky, golden-retriever-type vampires who…

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  3. 121 - Bourbon & Lies by Victoria Wilder

    This week, we dipped into romantic suspense—a first for us on the pod! We were totally drawn in by the stunning cover (yes, we fully judged a book by its cover). But did the story inside live up to the aesthetic? Tune in to find out! Use our code SISTERSREADINGROMANCE to get 15% off our Modern...

  4. 120 - First Time Caller by B.K. Borison

    As soon as we heard this was a Sleepless in Seattle-inspired romance, we had to pick it up. But did it live up to the Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan magic? Yes… and no. Tune in to find out where this book absolutely delivered—and where it missed the mark. If you're a B.K. Borison fan, this might just be...

  5. 119 - Yours, Truly by Abby Jimenez

    We're back with our final episode for April (we know, we're a little late—sorry!). This week, we dove into one of Ayesha's all-time favorite books. The big question? Can she convince Lexi to love it just as much as she does? Tune in to find out! Use our code SISTERSREADINGROMANCE to get 15% off…

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  6. 117 - Lights Out by Navessa Allan

    We're back with a highly anticipated read—Lights Out by Navessa Allen! And oh wow, this one delivered. Lexi went the audiobook route while Ayesha stuck to the physical book—tune in to find out if that affected their take on the story! Use our code SISTERSREADINGROMANCE to get 15% off our Modern...

  7. 116 - Daydream by Hannah Grace

    We finally read Daydream by Hannah Grace! Yes, we may have wrapped up our March theme in April (Ayesha takes full responsibility for that—oops!), but we were so excited to dive into Henry's book. If you listened to our Wildfire episode, you know that one didn't quite hit the mark for us—so we're...

  8. 115 - Phantasma by Kaylie Smith

    This week, we're reading Phantasma by Kaylie Smith! And yes, we know we said we'd be doing Daydream—don't worry, that episode is still coming, just a week later! (Sorry! XOXO, Ayesha.) We picked Phantasma because it's been a while since either of us dove into a romantasy, and this one was already...

  9. 114 - Business Casual by B.K Borison

    Our sequels month continues with Business Casual by B.K. Borison! We've now read 3 out of the 4 Lovelight Farmsbooks—so did this one manage to dethrone Ayesha's all-time favorite? And will it finally convince Lexi to go back and read Mixed Signals? If you love a boy-obsessed hero, this one's for...

  10. 113 - God of Fury by Rina Kent

    It's Week 2 of our sequels month, and we're back with another dark romance! This time, we read God of Fury by Rina Kent. Since we loved God of Wrath, we couldn't resist continuing the series—though let's be honest, this one was definitely at Ayesha's request. 😉 Tune in to hear our thoughts! Use...

  11. 112 - Leather & Lark by Brynne Weaver

    It's the first week of March, and this month is all about sequels! That means we're diving back into series we've already started on the pod. Kicking things off, we're reading Leather & Lark by Brynne Weaver—a book we've been eagerly waiting for since we loved Butcher & Blackbird. Lexi listened…

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  12. 111 - Knot Happening Again by Harper Lennox

    It's the final week of our digital TBR, and this one's Lexi's pick! We're switching things up with our first-ever Omegaverse read (that's not a fanfic). Who else is an Omegaverse fan? Tune in to hear our thoughts! Use our code SISTERSREADINGROMANCE to get 15% off our Modern Romantics Book Box, it...

  13. 110 - Leave Me Behind by K.M. Moronova

    We're back for Week 3 of our digital TBR, and it's Ayesha's pick! This dark military romance has been high on our radar, and we're excited to finally dive in. Did we both love it, or are our opinions divided? Tune in to find out! Use our code SISTERSREADINGROMANCE to get 15% off our Modern...

  14. 109 - Sunlight by Denver Perry

    It's Week 2 of our digital TBR, and we're diving into Lexi's shelf with Sunlight by Devney Perry. This one features one of Ayesha's least favorite tropes—accidental pregnancy. Will she end up enjoying it anyway? Tune in to find out! Use our code SISTERSREADINGROMANCE to get 15% off our Modern...

  15. 108 - My Favourite Kidnapper by Melanie Moreland

    It's Week 1 of February, and we've shifted to our digital TBR! Our first pick is from Ayesha's list, and… well, it was interesting. If you caught our last episode, you might have a clue about Lexi's thoughts—but did she find anything redeemable about this book? Tune in to find out! Use our code...

  16. 107 - The Duchess Deal by Tessa Dare

    We're wrapping up January with one last pick from Lexi's shelf! This week, we dove into a historical romance—and honestly, they always have the most random plotlines. Tune in to find out which one of us enjoyed it more (spoiler: it wasn't the sister who picked it 😉). Use our code...

  17. 106 - The Kiss Quotient by Helen Hoang

    Our month of tackling our physical TBRs continues with a pick from Ayesha's shelf! This week, we read The Kiss Quotient by Helen Hoang, and it definitely surprised us. Tune in to find out if we think its 3.89 Goodreads rating is spot on—or not! Use our code SISTERSREADINGROMANCE to get 15% off…

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  18. 105 - Pretend You're Mine by Lucy Score

    Our second book of January comes straight from Ayesha's physical TBR, and it's a loooong one—or at least it felt that way! Plus, it's the first military romance we've ever reviewed on the podcast. Use our code SISTERSREADINGROMANCE to get 15% off our Modern Romantics Book Box, it even counts...

  19. 104 - Fix Her Up by Tessa Bailey

    It's 2025, and we're kicking off the year with a bang by tackling our ever-growing physical TBRs! This month, we're diving into books from our personal shelves, starting with one from Lexi's collection. We've heard so much buzz about this quirky clown romance, we just had to review it. Tune in to...

  20. 103 - Only Santas in the Building by Alexis Daria

    It's our final episode of 2024 and the last Under the Mistletoe novella! Tune in to hear what we thought, which novellas we'd happily revisit, and which ones we wouldn't. Thank you to all our listeners for being here with us this year—we couldn't do it without you! Use our code...

  21. 102 - Merriment and Mayhem by Alexandria Bellefleur

    This week, we dove into the third Under the Mistletoe Amazon novella, and all we can say is—thank goodness things improved after the last one! With a charming meet-cute that stole our hearts, this book delivered. Dare we say, it might just be Lexi's favourite of the bunch! Use our code...

  22. 101 - All by My Elf by Olivia Date

    It's Week 3 of our Christmas romance month, and we've got another Under the Mistletoe novella for you! This week, we read All by My Elf by Olivia Dade—a story featuring hot dog-shaped vans, snowed-in sexy times, and, surprisingly, quite a bit of flashing… Use our code SISTERSREADINGROMANCE to get...

  23. 100 - Merry Ever After by Tessa Bailey

    We're back with our second Amazon Christmas novella, and this one's by Tessa Bailey—so you know it's bringing the heat! If you're into high spice, a grumpy farmer, and a touch of size kink, this one's for you. Hear what we thought after diving in, especially after seeing those rough Goodreads...

  24. 99 - Cruel Winter With You by Ali Hazelwood

    We're back after a month-long break, and Christmas has officially arrived! To kick things off, we're diving into Ali Hazelwood's brand-new novella. Think "it's always been you," a billionaire hero, and a snowed-in game of truth or drink—all the best tropes wrapped into one cozy read. Tune in to...

  25. 97 - Don't Hex and Drive by Juliette Cross

    Witching season continues! This week we read Don't Hex and Drive by Juliette Cross and it was the perfect October book. It had witches, a hot vampire, high spice and a crime to solve! What more could you ask for? Use our code SISTERSREADINGROMANCE to get 15% off our Modern Romantics Book Box, it...

  26. 96 - Of Mates and Magic by Maggie Francis

    Witching season continues with of mates and magic by Maggie Francis, who is actually a Canadian author of a local to our home province of BC. This book is short and sweet, and gives practical magic vibes, which is perfect for the spooky season. Use our code SISTERSREADINGROMANCE to get 15% off…

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  27. 95 - Wicked Deed's on a winter's night by Kresley Cole

    Witching season is here! So to start off our first witch themed book we read Wicked Deed's on a Winter's night by Kresley Cole and boy did we start off with a bang. This book has LOTS of plot and so much pinning. Turn in to hear what we thought of this book! Use our code SISTERSREADINGROMANCE to...

  28. 94 - The Professor by Luna Day

    Our last teacher appreciation book is a novella from a local gem! This week we read The professor by Luna Day, which is part of her Kiss and Make Love collection. If you like a little bit of risky behaviour ;) then this one is for you? Use our code SISTERSREADINGROMANCE to get 15% off our Modern...

  29. 93 - Black Sheep by Brynne Weaver and Alexa Harlowe

    It's week 2 of teacher appreciation month and we honestly think you cannot go wrong with a Brynne Weaver book. If you like dark romance, murderous women, cults and a man who's a freak in the sheets (also did I mention pegging?) then READ THIS BOOK! Use our code SISTERSREADINGROMANCE to get 15%…

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  30. 92 - Misconduct by Penelope Douglas

    It's back to school month, so we decide why not make the theme teachers! For our first episode under our teacher appreciation month we read Misconduct by Penelope Douglas, if you like billionaire, age gap and alphahole then this one is for you. Use our code SISTERSREADINGROMANCE to get 15% off…

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  31. 91 - Savor It by Tarah DeWitt

    The last week of it feels like Summer is here! We of course had to round the summer up with a quirky small town rom com. Hot pirate hero? Sign us up! Use our code SISTERSREADINGROMANCE to get 15% off our Modern Romantics Book Box, it even counts towards the subscriptions! Don't forget to rate,...

  32. 90 - Just For the Summer by Abby Jimenez

    Week 3 of "it feels like summer" we read Just for the Summer by Abby Jimenez and this might be the book of the Summer. Ayesha loves everything Abby Jimenez, can she convince Lexi to jump on the Abby Jimenez train? Use our code SISTERSREADINGROMANCE to get 15% off our Modern Romantics Book Box, it...

  33. 89 - My Killer Vacation by Tessa Bailey

    Week 3 of It Feels Like Summer theme continues with My Killer Vacation by Tessa Bailey, this book is the perfect vacation read. Listen in to hear what we thought about this murder mystery romance Use our code SISTERSREADINGROMANCE to get 15% off our Modern Romantics Book Box, it even counts…

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  34. 88 - Butcher & Blackbird by Brynne Weaver

    Week 2 of "It Feels Like Summer" continues with cum ice cream???? (spoiler alert!) This book has been talked about sooooo much and since it happens in August we decided why the heck not read it! So buckle up because we talk about IT ALL. Use our code SISTERSREADINGROMANCE to get 10% off our…

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  35. 87 - Wildfire by Hannah Grace

    Our next theme is "Feels like Summer!" Meaning we will be doing Summer romances for August, grab your sunnies and that SPF and strap in for our summer romances! This week we read Wildfire by Hannah Grace and dove into summer camp life. Counsellor fraternization? sneaking around? and previous one...

  36. 86 - A Ship of Bones and Teeth by Karina Halle

    This is the last week of our Canadian author month! We read A Ship of Bones and Teeth by one of our local gems Karina Halle. If pirates of the caribbean and the little mermaid had a baby this book would be it! If you like your fantasy a little dark then this is for you! Use our code...

  37. 85 - Good Gone Bad by Giana Darling

    Week 3 of our Canadian author month is Good Gone Bad by Giana Darling and this book was GOOD. If you are looking for MC romance, age gap and some good ol fashion drama this book is for you! Although Dead Dove Do Not Eat, you have been warned. Use our code SISTERSREADINGROMANCE to get 10% off our...

  38. 84 - A Favor For a Favor by Helena Hunting

    Week 2 of all our Canadian month is a Hockey romance by best selling Canadian author Helena Hunting! We read A Favor for a Favor, which takes place in the same universe as Pucked Up! If you want high sexual tension and great banter this book is for you! Use our code SISTERSREADINGROMANCE to get…

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  39. 83 - The Bear's Chosen Mate by Vivian Arend

    Happy belated Canada Day! For our first week celebrating Canadian authors we chose to read a paranormal romance and read The Bear's Chosen Mate by Vivian Arena! If you love a shifter romance with a mating heat you are in luck!! Use our code SISTERSREADINGROMANCE to get 10% off our Modern…

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  40. 82 - Star Champion by Susan Grant

    Our last Sci-fi romance of June!! This week we reviewed Star Champion by Susan Grant, it's our first non alien romance. If you like space sports and a good ol fashion girl dressed as a boy trope then this book is for you! Use our code SISTERSREADINGROMANCE to get 10% off our Modern Romantics Book...

  41. 81 - Choosing Theo by Victoria Aveline

    Week 2 of Sci-fi month! We are reading one of Ayesha's favourites Choosing Theo by Victoria Aveline. A alien race where the men all have to go to husband school? Beam us up! Tune to see if Ayesha can finally sway Lexi into liking a alien romance. Use our code SISTERSREADINGROMANCE to get 10% off...

  42. 80 - Ice Planet Barbarians by Ruby Dixon

    It's SCI-FI MONTH! We went with Ayesha's picks this month and will be doing 3 sci-fi romances for the rest of June (because Ayesha has no idea what day it is and messed up our schedule, oops). We couldn't not do Ice Planet Barbarians during our sci-fi month, so we hope your ready for some hot...

  43. 79 - Hot Ticket by Olivia Cunning

    Our last Rockstar romance! This week we read Hot Ticket by Olivia Cunning and it was one of Ayesha's picks, wanna hear some hot takes? then this episode if for you! Use our code SISTERSREADINGROMANCE to get 10% off our Modern Romantics Book Box, it even counts towards the subscriptions! Don't...

  44. 78 - Lilac by B.B. Reid

    Week 3 of Rockstar month we read Lilac by B.B. Reid, a reverse harem romance. And this book was steamy! If you like a tortured hero (or 3) then this book is for you! Use our code SISTERSREADINGROMANCE to get 10% off our Modern Romantics Book Box, it even counts towards the subscriptions! Don't...

  45. 77 - Hamartia by Scarlett Drake

    Week 2 of rockstar May we read an MM romance, Hamartia by Scarlett Drake. K-pop star and rockstar? I mean can you get any better than that? Use our code SISTERSREADINGROMANCE to get 10% off our Modern Romantics Book Box, it even counts towards the subscriptions! Don't forget to rate, review and...

  46. 76 - King of Country by C.N Farnsworth

    WE ARE BACK after our month long break in April and we are starting with a bang by bring you Rockstar May. Our first book is actually a country star (that's kinda rock right?). I mean he writes a song about her, can you get anymore swoony?? Listen to this episode to hear what we thought! Use our...

  47. 75 - Sinners Anonymous by Somme Sketcher

    Our last week of Mafia March and our las episode before our month long break for April. This book is a TRUE slow burn, you are sweating by the end of it! Also we do love a Vicious hero Use our code SISTERSREADINGROMANCE to get 10% off our Modern Romantics Book Box, it even counts towards the...

  48. 74 - Dom by SJ Tilly

    Week 3 of Mafia March is here and we picked a good one! We devoured this book, this is a must read for any mafia romance lovers. If he's not a little psychotic then is he even worth it? Use our code SISTERSREADINGROMANCE to get 10% off our Modern Romantics Book Box, it even counts towards the...

  49. 73 - the Capo's Boy by Aja Fox

    Week 2 of mafia march we read a MM mafia romance! This is also the first episode we recorded over video rather then together so the audio is not as good as it normally is, so we apologize in advance but we will be back to our normal set up next week! Use our code SISTERSREADINGROMANCE to get 10%...

  50. 72 - Taken By a Sinner by Michelle Heard

    Our first book in Mafia March is Taken By a Sinner by Michelle Heard. This is a book that has been on been on both our TBRs for some time now and it takes place in our hometown! Use our code SISTERSREADINGROMANCE to get 10% off our Modern Romantics Book Box, it even counts towards the...

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There is no shame in reading romance! Join sisters, Ayesha and Lexi, in Romance Land as they dive into the world of tropes, smut and so much more

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Ayesha Koome & Lexi Koome

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