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We're recapping everything we read in August - our favorites, surprises, and books that didn't quite hit the mark. Then we're looking ahead to September and sharing the books we can't wait to dive into! What made the TBR? What are we most excited about? Tune in and let's get reading!

We're discussing The Spin by Faith Gardner! We're diving into all the moments that had us questioning what was really going on. Tune in to hear our full thoughts!

Three years of books, laughs, hot takes, favorite reads, questionable opinions, and SO many conversations! Come celebrate 3 years of the podcast with us as we look back on how it all started, our favorite moments, memorable episodes, and everything this little bookish corner has become. Most importantly, we're celebrating YOU for listening and being part of the journey. Here's to three amazing years - and many more to come!

Join us as we dive into On A Quiet Street, a twist psychological thriller filled with secrets, suspicion, grief, and plenty of things happening behind closed doors. We're chatting about the characters, the twists, our theories, and what shocked us.

We're wrapping up July with a look at everything we read this month - our favorites, surprises, disappointments, and all the bookish thoughts in between! Then we're looking ahead to August and sharing what's coming up on our TBRs. What will we love, and what might end up on the DNF pile? Tune in to find out!

This week, we're diving into Kandi Steiner's Love Overboard - a steamy second-chance romance filled with forced proximity, unresolved feelings, reality TV drama, and plenty of tension. We're talking all the drama, chemistry, messy moments and whether this second chance at love was smooth sailing - or total shipwreck!

Listen along while we chat about Elsie Silver's new book; Fever Dream. Also, chatting all thing Elsie and how she is one of Laken & Shae's favorite romance authors.

This week, we're diving into Keeper of Lost Children by Sadeqa Johnson - a sweeping historical fiction novel that uncovers a powerful, little-known chapter of post-World War II history. We discuss the interconnected lives of unforgettable characters, the emotional themes of family, identity, love, and belonging, and the real historical events that inspired this moving story. Whether you've already finished the book or you're looking for your next historical fiction pick, tune in for a heartfelt discussion filled with spoilers, bookish opinions, and plenty of conversation!

It's time for our monthly reading recap! In this episode, we're sharing everything we read in June, our ratings, favorite books, and biggest surprises. Plus. we're revealing our July TBR and the books we're hoping to read next. Tune in and let us know what's on your July reading list!

This week, we're discussing Nobody Knows You're Here by Bryn Greenwood - a gripping psychological thriller that had us hooked from the very first chapter. We dive into Beatrice's fight for survival, the intense suspense, the emotional moments that caught us off guard, and whether this dark, fast-paced read lived up the hype.

In this episode, we're looking back at our favorite book from each month, crowning our top book of the year (so far), sharing whether we've DNF'd any reads, discussing our ever-growing TBR piles, and revisiting our favorite book club picks of the year. Talking about all the books and seeing how our reading goals are shaping up for the rest of the year.

Can you identify a book just from its description? In this fun episode, we're putting our book club knowledge to the test by revisiting the last three years of book club picks! One of us reads the book's synopsis while the other tries to guess the title. From unforgettable favorites to books we've completely forgotten about. Tune in and see how we do!

For Shae's June book club pick we're heading to Redemption Ranch for a swoony blend of romance, suspense, and small-town charm! Join us a s we discuss The Badge, the first book in the Redemption Ranch series. Listen along as tell our thoughts on the book.

In this episode, we're recapping everything we read in May - sharing our favorite books, biggest surprises, and a few that didn't quite live up to the hype. Then we're lookin ahead to June and diving into our TBRs, including the books we're most excited to pick up this month!

This week, we're diving into the twists, secrets, and shocking reveals in It's Not Her by Mary Kubica. From the eerie lake resort setting to the nonstop suspense, this thriller has us questioning everyone and everything. We're breaking down the characters, the family drama, our theories while reading, and the ending. Did the twists work for us? Were we able to guess the truth?

Summer reading season is officially here! In this episode, we're sharing our favorite summer book recommendations - from beachy romances and addictive thrillers to emotional page-turners you won't want to put down. Whether you're headed on vacation, lounging by the pool, or just looking for your next 5-star read, we've got plenty of books to add to your summer TBR!

In this episode we are discuss Shae's May book club pick; The Stars Are on Our Side by Jennifer Hartmann. We're discussing all the heartbreaking moments and the healing ones!

In this episode, we're wrapping up all of our April reads - the good, the disappointing, and the books we can't stop thinking about! Then we're diving into our May TBR and sharing all the books we're hoping to pickup this month, from hyped new releases to backlist reads we swear we're finally getting to.

The week's book club pick dives into something dark, unsettling, and impossible to forget - The First Day of Spring by Nancy Tucker. Join us as we discuss our reactions, the emotional weight of the story, and the complex main character.

It's time for a Q&A episode! We're answering all your questions - from books and reading habits to unpopular opinions, and everything in between!

In this episode, we're diving into our latest book club pick, The Night We Met by Abby Jimenez. From emotional twists to unforgettable characters, this one had us hooked from the very first page. We're breaking down everything: our favorite moments, the relationships that stole our hearts (and maybe broke them a little), and the themes that really stuck with us long after finishing.

March was full of page-turners, surprises, and a few books we definitely need to talk about! In this episode, we're recapping everything re read in March - the hits, the misses, and the ones we can't stop thinking about. Then, diving into our April TBR. From highly anticipated releases to mood reads we're hoping live up to the hype.

For Laken's April book pick we are diving into the twist, suspense-filled world of My Husband's Wife by Alice Feeney. We unpack the tangled relationships, shocking secrets, and jaw-dropping reveals that kept us questioning everything (and everyone). If you love psychological thrillers that keep you guessing until the very last page, this episode is for you!

We are reacting to bookish AITA stories from Reddit. From not having read a book on your physical shelf to bringing a book to a family event. Who is actually in the wrong? Listen along to a fun, laughable episode fully crazy stories!

In this episode, we're diving into the twisty world of His & hers by Alice Feeney. We break down the book vs. show from those jaw-dropping twists to how the characters translate on screen. Did the adaptation stay true to the dark, unreliable narration we loved (and questioned)? Or did it take creative liberties that changed the story's impact? Listen along to here our full discussion!

Shae's March book club pick; Chasing the Wild by Elliott Rose. We're diving into the tension, the romance, and all the other in between moments. Did this one live up to the hype? Listen along to hear our thoughts and final ratings!

February reading wrap-up and March TBR is here! In this episode we're chatting about everything we read in February - the hits, the misses, and the books we can't stop thinking about. Then we dive into our March TBR and share the titles we're hoping to pick up this month. Will we stick to the list? Well.... we are excited to try!

This week we are diving into Laken's March book club pick; Woman Down by Colleen Hoover. Discussing all full thoughts and final ratings. Did it live up to the hype? Would we recommend it? Tune in!

In this episode, we're diving into our ever-growing TBR list. From highly anticipated new releases to backlist we swear we'll read this time. A little bit of everything; how we choose what we read next, what is has been on there the longest, the total amount of books on our TBR.

Shae's book club pick for the month is Cowboy Casual by Holly Renee. We're diving into all the small-town charm, rugged cowboy energy, slow-burn tension, and the chemistry that had us hooked from the start. Listen along to hear our full review and thoughts!

January reads wrap-up + February TBR! What we loved, what didn't work, and what we're most excited to read next.

We're talking The One by John Marrs - a twisty, binge-worthy thriller where a DNA test can reveal your soulmate.. and ruin everything. Big twist, messy relationships, and moral chaos galore. Listen along to hear and a full discussion and final rating!

New Year, new books! We're chatting all the 2026 release we cannot stop thinking about - and yes, our TBRs are already crying.

Shae's book club pick is Next of Kin by Kia Abdullah. Family, justice, and impossible choices - this courtroom thriller has us hooked. Listen along to hear our final review and full discussion!

In this episode, we're recapping everything we read in December - the wins, the letdowns, and the books we can't stop thinking about. Then we're looking ahead to January with our fresh-start TBR, sharing the titles we're most excited to pick up in the new year!

Diving into Bull Rush by Maggie Rawdon. We're talking raw emotions, intense moments, and our honest thoughts on this romance read.

Every book we read, the hits, the misses, and the ones we still can't stop thinking about. Discussing if we met our 2025 book goal and what we will be making our goal for 2026!

This week we're talking The Hunting Wives - books vs. show. We're breaking down what changed, what worked, what didn't and which version we actually liked more. From messy characters to jaw-dropping moments, we're sharing all our thoughts and opinions!

On today's episode we are chatting all about Shae's December pick; Under Your Scars by Ariel N. Anderson. Listen along as we unpack this very different type of romance book!

November flew by, but not without giving us plenty to talk about! In this episode, we're diving into all the books that kept us turning pages in November. Then looking ahead to December; the books we're excited to pick up and the ones we swear we'll finally get to.

This week, we're diving into the chilling, emotional, and utterly gripping world of You'll Never Know by Caleb Stephens. We talk all about our thoughts and final ratings.. if we decided on one!

Here are Laken & Shae's Christmas book recommendations to carry you through the coziest season of the year. In this episode you will get a little bit of everything!

Today Laken and Shae discuss Shae's November book club pick; People Watching by Hannah Bonam-Young! Listen along to hear their thoughts, review, and final ratings.

October reads, November hopefuls and plenty of book chat in between! Tune in for our latest reading wrap-up!

On today's episode we are discuss Laken's November book club pick; The Hitchhikers by Chevy Stevens. This one had us stressed in the best way - join us as we unpack all of our thoughts and give our full review!

We're talking about the best of the best - our 5 star reads of the year (so far)! From the books that wrecked us in the best ways to the ones we couldn't put down. Tune in to hear what made them so good and which ones you need to add to your TBR!

In this episode Laken and Shae are talking about Shae's October book pick; Heathen & Honeysuckle by Sarah A. Bailey - an emotional romance full of passion, pain and redemption. Tune in for our thoughts, favorite moments, and final ratings!

We're back with our September reads wrap-up and all the bookish thoughts that came with them! And of course, sharing our October TBR. Listen along to hear all the books we read and hope to!

In today's episode we are diving into The Butcher by Jennifer Hillier - a dark, twisty thriller that proves some monsters hide in plain sight. Listen along to hear our final ratings and thoughts!

We're back with AITA: Bookish Edition, Part 2! Because one episode just wasn't enough to cover all the juicy reader drama. Listen along to see how Laken and Shae feel about these Reddit stories.