Paperback Pals Podcast
We are two sisters who love reading and talking about it.
Episodes
35 episodes
"The Intruder" by Freida McFadden
Hi everyone!If you're like us then you just can't quit Freida! Join us as we break down "The Intruder". Trigger warnings listed below.“It’s giving….The Strangers.” - Rachel“This is like number one thing that happens in scar...
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"Under Loch and Key" by Lana Ferguson
Today, we’re heading to the Scottish loch into Under Loch and Key by Lana Ferguson, a story that blends small-town mystery, steamy romance, and just enough danger to keep your heart racing.00:02:48 Summary00:04:36 Is it a...
"The Tenant" by Freida McFadden
Hi everyone!Join us as we break down Freida McFadden's "The Tenant". It's gonna be wild and there will be twists and an unhinged ending. Trigger warnings listed below."You're gonna stab your girlfriend." - Rachel"And you kn...
"The Missing Half" by Ashley Flowers
We're back with another thriller book breakdown! Join us for "The Missing Half" by Ashley Flowers. Trigger warnings listed below.“One stalker isn’t enough, we’ve gotta throw two in there.” - Leah00:01:23 Summary00:02:27 Is ...
"The Strawberry Patch Pancake House" by Laurie Gilmore
Hi everyone! Join us as we revisit one of our fave little towns, Dream Harbor. We're talking about the fourth book in this series, "The Strawberry Patch Pancake House" by Laurie Gilmore.Trigger Warnings Listed Below.00:59:1...
"Ruthless Vows" by Rebecca Ross
Hi everyone! Join us as we break down the second and final book in the Letters of Enchantment duology, "Ruthless Vows". We had a great time revisiting Iris and Roman's story. If you haven't listened to the first part you can head back to our VE...
"Happy Place" by Emily Henry
Hi everyone! Join us as we break down our first Emily Henry read together, "Happy Place". It's the perfect little read to jump into the summer vibes. Trigger warnings listed below.00:01:45 Summary00:02:57 Is it a hook?00:03...
"The Crash" by Freida McFadden
We're back with another Freida McFadden book breakdown! Join us for "The Crash" and another story where no twist is off the table. Trigger warnings listed below.“I wasn’t a murderer at the beginning of this prologue and now I am.” - Leah...
"The Assassin and the Empire" by Sarah J Maas (The Assassin's Blade Minisode 5)
This week we're talking about "The Assassin and the Empire" by Sarah J Maas. This is the fifth and final story in the novella "The Assassin's Blade". So join us as we talk about our favorite Assassin. Will this be devastating? Yes.00:00:...
"The Assassin and the Underworld" by Sarah J Maas (The Assassin's Blade Minisode 4)
This week we're talking about "The Assassin and the Underworld" by Sarah J Maas. This is the fourth story in the novella "The Assassin's Blade". So join us as we talk about our favorite Assassin and her journey through a sewer and a slow burn r...
"The Assassin and the Desert" by Sarah J Maas (The Assassin's Blade Minisode 3)
This week we're talking about "The Assassin and the Desert" by Sarah J Maas. This is the third story in the novella "The Assassin's Blade". So join us as we talk about our favorite Assassin and her journey across a desert to meet the Mute Maste...
"The Assassin and the Healer" by Sarah J Maas (The Assassin's Blade Minisode 2)
This week we're talking about "The Assassin and the Healer" by Sarah J Maas. This is the second story in the novella "The Assassin's Blade". So join us as we talk about our favorite Assassin and her journey to meet a Healer who is down on her l...
"The Assassin and the Pirate Lord" by Sarah J Maas (The Assassin's Blade Minisode 1)
This week we're talking about "The Assassin and the Pirate Lord" by Sarah J Maas. This is the first story in the novella "The Assassin's Blade". So join us as we talk about our favorite Assassin and her journey to met the Pirate Lord.00:...
"Hooked" by Emily McIntire
Hi everyone! Join us as we breakdown the dark, contemporary romance "Hooked" by Emily McIntire. This fractured fairytale retelling of Peter Pan took us on a wild ride. 00:01:50 Is it a hook?00:03:58 Let’s talk about the plot<...
"A Court of Frost and Starlight" by Sarah J Maas
This week we're talking about "A Court of Front and Starlight" by Sarah J Maas. Join us as we breakdown this sweet, festive novella from the ACOTAR universe. 00:01:25 Is it a hook?00:01:53 Let’s talk about the plot01:...
"Claus and Effect" by Piper Rayne
Hi everyone! Join us as we break down "Claus and Effect" by Piper Rayne. Let's join these two strangers on a Xmas roadtrip. 00:02:02 Is it a hook?00:03:12 Let’s talk about the plot00:59:46 Fan Casts01:01:05 Fav...
"The Christmas Tree Farm" by Laurie Gilmore
Happy New Year! Join us as we break down the third book in the Dream Harbor series, "The Christmas Tree Farm" by Laurie Gilmore. Let's get cozy and talk about this grumpy x sunshine Christmas romcom.00:01:33 Is it a hook?00:02:55...
"A Court of Wings and Ruin" by Sarah J Maas (PART 3)
Hi everyone! Join us as we breakdown part 3 of "A Court of Wings and Ruin" by Sarah J Maas. 01:47:35 Ratings01:47:44 Taylor Swift Song01:48:57 Fan Casts01:50:38 1 star Goodreads Reviews01:52:52 Next podc...
"A Court of Wings and Ruin" by Sarah J Maas (PART 2)
Hi everyone! Join us as we breakdown part 2 of "A Court of Wings and Ruin" by Sarah J Maas. This may or may not have taken us several days to record so if you hear Leah's voice change...no you didn't.For trigger warnings please scroll to th...
"A Court of Wings and Ruin" by Sarah J Maas (PART 1)
Hi everyone! Join us as we breakdown part 1 of "A Court of Wings and Ruin" by Sarah J Maas. For trigger warnings please scroll to the bottom.00:01:17 Is it a hook?00:01:58 Let’s talk about the plot01:15:54 Favorit...
"The Cinnamon Bun Bookstore" by Laurie Gilmore
Hi everyone! Join us as we breakdown "The Cinnamon Bun Bookstore" by Laurie Gilmore. For trigger warnings please scroll to the bottom.00:01:19 Is it a hook?01:40:03 Our Ratings01:41:21 Favorite Quotes01:42:01 Taylor...
"Lightlark" by Alex Aster (PART 2)
Hi everyone! Join us as we breakdown part 2 of "Lightlark" by Alex Aster. For trigger warnings please scroll to the bottom.01:36:28 Our Ratings01:37:42 Taylor Swift Songs01:38:25 Fan Casts01:42:53 Favorite Quotes
"Lightlark" by Alex Aster (PART 1)
Hi everyone! Join us as we breakdown part 1 of "Lightlark" by Alex Aster. For trigger warnings please scroll to the bottom.00:01:50 Is it a hook?00:02:10 Let’s talk about the plotTrigger Warnings: Violence,...
"The Boyfriend" by Freida McFadden
Hi everyone! Join us as we breakdown "The Boyfriend" by Freida McFadden. For trigger warnings please scroll to the bottom.00:01:40 Is it a hook?00:02:04 Let’s talk about the plot01:49:33 Our Ratings01:51:04 Taylor S...
"A Court of Mist and Fury" by Sarah J Maas (PART 3)
Hi everyone! Join us as we breakdown part 3 (the last installment yay!) of "A Court of Mist and Fury" by Sarah J Maas. If you hear a baby, dogs, or doors opening in the last half of this episode...no you didn't. For trigger warnings please scro...
