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Book Summary - Book of Azrael by Amber V. Nicole
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Book Summary - Book of Azrael by Amber V. Nicole

Dive into Book of Azrael with Sunny, Rox, and Rachel as they unpack gods, monsters, and mythical creatures like i’gmorathen and shades. Hear their likes, dislikes, and whether this dark fantasy earns one, two, or three shots—plus sip the World Ender cocktail while you listen!

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Book Club - Yours Truly by Abby Jimenez
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Book Club - Yours Truly by Abby Jimenez

We’re spilling all the fun and feels from our Yours Truly book club! From fake dating antics to anxiety coping tips, and a round of Slip It In, this episode is full of laughs, heart, and thoughtful discussion. Grab your mocktail and tune in—you won’t want to miss it!

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Book Summary - Yours Truly by Abby Jimenez
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Book Summary - Yours Truly by Abby Jimenez

We’re diving into Yours Truly by Abby Jimenez with cocktails, banter, and big conversations about love, anxiety, and what makes a healthy relationship. Our prompts are live now, so sip a Lavender Love Letters and drop your thoughts—you might hear them featured on the pod!

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Book Club - Like Mother, Like Daughter by Kimberly McCreight
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Book Club - Like Mother, Like Daughter by Kimberly McCreight

We’re back with our book club chat on Like Mother, Like Daughter by Kimberly McCreight—digging into motherhood, identity, and those blurry lines between protection and control. Prompts may be closed, but the conversation isn’t—tune in for laughs, listener takes, and a special mocktail recipe!

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Book Summary - Like Mother, Like Daughter by Kimberly McCreight
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Book Summary - Like Mother, Like Daughter by Kimberly McCreight

We’re diving into Like Mother, Like Daughter by Kimberly McCreight—a twisty family drama brimming with secrets, lies, and complicated mother-daughter bonds. Tune in for our full breakdown and don’t forget to answer our book club prompts—we might just share your take on the pod!

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Book Club - Assistant to the Villain by Hannah Nicole Maeher
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Book Club - Assistant to the Villain by Hannah Nicole Maeher

On this book club episode of Literature on the Rocks, we unpack the morally gray love interests, villainous betrayals, and what it really takes to assist the realm’s most feared bad guy in Assistant to the Villain. Tune in for juicy insights and a magical mocktail recipe!

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Book Summary - Assistant to the Villain by Hannah Nicole Maehrer
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Book Summary - Assistant to the Villain by Hannah Nicole Maehrer

In this episode of Literature on the Rocks, we dive into Assistant to the Villain by Hannah Nicole Maehrer—a fantasy rom-com packed with sharp swords, snarky banter, and a Villain who's suspiciously swoon-worthy. Listen now and don’t forget to answer our book club prompts!

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Book Club - The Mothers by Sarah J. Naughton
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Book Club - The Mothers by Sarah J. Naughton

In this book club episode for The Mothers, we’re unpacking the loneliness of motherhood, the impact of men’s choices, and what we’d do if our bestie said, “I think I killed my husband.” Plus, a juicy mocktail you can totally pass off as juice at playgroup.

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Book Summary - The Mothers by Sarah J. Naughton
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Book Summary - The Mothers by Sarah J. Naughton

We’re diving into The Mothers by Sarah J. Naughton with wine in hand and secrets on the mind. Recorded from our Paso Robles girls trip, this episode covers twisted friendships, motherhood struggles, and why we were glad the police never solved the case. Sip along and tune in!

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Book Club - Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir
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Book Club - Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir

In this episode, we blast off with Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir—a sci-fi adventure that made us laugh, cry, and seriously consider befriending an alien. We break down Ryland and Rocky’s unforgettable bond, Stratt’s terrifying global authority, and how this book managed to win over Rox (our fantasy hater!) with all its made-up, spacey goodness.

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Book Summary - Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir
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Book Summary - Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir

In this episode, we blast off with Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir—a sci-fi adventure that made us laugh, cry, and seriously consider befriending an alien. We break down Ryland and Rocky’s unforgettable bond, Stratt’s terrifying global authority, and how this book managed to win over Rox (our fantasy hater!) with all its made-up, spacey goodness.

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Book Club - Great Big Beautiful Life by Emily Henry
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Book Club - Great Big Beautiful Life by Emily Henry

In this heartfelt book club episode, we reflect on Great Big Beautiful Life by Emily Henry and dive deep into themes of love, loss, and life-altering lies. We unpack the emotional weight of Margaret’s choices, the beauty in all different types of relationships, and how the story’s structure made us feel it all even more. Expect tears, tough questions, and some pretty big feels.

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Book Summary - Great Big Beautiful Life by Emily Henry
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Book Summary - Great Big Beautiful Life by Emily Henry

We’re breaking down Great Big Beautiful Life by Emily Henry—romance, cults, fishbowl drinks, and all. From Hayden’s swoony self-control to Cecil stealing the spotlight, this episode is packed with laughs, feels, and a cocktail that’s as sparkly as the writing. Spoilers ahead, so grab a drink, press play, and get ready to feel all the emotions.

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Book Club - Last House on Needless Street by Catriona Ward
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Book Club - Last House on Needless Street by Catriona Ward

In this episode of Literature on the Rocks, we’re spiraling deeper into The Last House on Needless Street by Catriona Ward. We unpack a wild fan theory that changed how we see Dee, reevaluate Ted with a bit more grace, and show some love to our unexpected queen, Olivia the cat. Plus, we’re sharing an exclusive mocktail recipe we’re calling the Tabby Cat—a nostalgic 50/50 bar-inspired mocktail that’s as comforting as it is creamy.

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Book Summary - Last House on Needless Street by Catriona Ward
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Book Summary - Last House on Needless Street by Catriona Ward

We’re diving into The Last House on Needless Street by Catriona Ward—a psychological thriller that keeps you guessing until the very end. At first, the chapters from a cat’s point of view felt bizarre, but Olivia the cat totally stole our hearts. We’re also digging into how the novel explores mental health, especially through the lens of motherhood, and we’re shaking up a cocktail that’s as surprising as the plot.

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Book Club - Twisted Love by Ana Huang
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Book Club - Twisted Love by Ana Huang

This week, we’re back in the twisted world of Alex and Ava—and the red flags are waving high. From the grumpy x sunshine trope to the smut that didn’t quite sizzle for us, we’re unpacking all the drama (and book prompt answers). Is Alex too cold to root for? Did Ava deserve better? And how much steam is too much steam? Join us for hot takes, strong opinions, and a mocktail that actually tastes good this time—cheers to growth!

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Book Summary - Twisted Love by Ana Huang
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Book Summary - Twisted Love by Ana Huang

In this episode, we break down Twisted Love by Ana Huang—a smutty romance with all the right tropes but not quite what we were hoping for. From possessive billionaires to brother’s best friend drama, we’re talking about what worked, what didn’t, and how our cocktail was somehow worse than the miscommunication trope. Spoiler: we finished it anyway (because we’re professionals). Pour a drink and join us for a brutally honest review.

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Book Club - One Dark Window by Rachel Gillig
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Book Club - One Dark Window by Rachel Gillig

In this episode, we return to the eerie world of One Dark Window—where sentient shadows whisper riddles and your fate is drawn like a playing card. We’re diving deep into the Nightmare’s murky morality, the power (and pressure) of the Providence Cards, and what we’d do if magic was just a card away. Add in a mocktail that’s as moody as the forest and you’ve got a book club chat full of fantasy, feelings, and just the right amount of chaos.

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Book Summary - One Dark Window by Rachel Gillig
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Book Summary - One Dark Window by Rachel Gillig

In this episode, we dive into the misty magic of One Dark Window by Rachel Gillig—where ancient cards hold power, the Nightmare won’t stop speaking in riddles, and Elspeth takes her sweet time putting the pieces together. We unpack the eerie atmosphere, her strained family dynamics, and the slow unraveling of secrets. Plus, we reveal one of our favorite cocktails to date—riddle included. This one’s haunting, heady, and a little indulgent.

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Book Club - Nightwatching by Tracy Sierra
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Book Club - Nightwatching by Tracy Sierra

In this week’s book club episode, we’re breaking down Nightwatching by Tracy Sierra—a debut that had us double-checking our locks and creating a theme song for the villain (because of course we did). From home security fears to imagining an alternate ending where the husband is in a coma, this one took us on a wild ride. We’re answering prompts, reading listener theories, and questioning how far we’d go to protect our own families. Spoiler: very far, and probably with a bat in hand.

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