Ready to Be Romanced: A Romance Novel Podcast

Ready to Be Romanced: A Romance Novel Podcast

Welcome to Ready to Be Romanced! Host Torry (she/her), from the pop culture pod Ready to Be Petty, is ready to discuss and dissect the latest romance novels including: reviews, recaps, and BookTok trends. Whether you’re a die-hard romance novel enthusiast or a casual reader looking for your next escape, Ready to Be Romanced is the podcast that will keep you entertained, informed, and laughing out loud!

Episodes

June 21, 2025 118 mins

In chapter 47, Torry (she/her) and Angela Bloom (she/her) recap From Blood and Ash by Jennifer L. Armentrout (10:20). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, Side Character Spotlight, and Sequel Scoop (1:29:24).

Content Warning: Discussion about violence throughout the episode. Take care!

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In chapter 46, Torry (she/her) and Deniz (she/her) recap Praise by Sara Cate (4:01). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, Side Character Spotlight, and Sequel Scoop (1:20:00).

Content Warning: Discussion about dominant/submissive relationship, age gap romance, and transphobia throughout the episode. Take care!

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March 19, 2025 121 mins

In chapter 45, Torry (she/her) and Mason (he/him) share their thoughts on Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros (1:39) and then recap the book (25:26). Finally, they get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, Side Character Spotlight, and Sequel Scoop (1:44:47).

Content Warning: Discussion about violence, death, and war throughout the episode. Take care!

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March 13, 2025 11 mins

In this bonus episode, Torry (she/her) and Megan (she/her) discuss their trip to Forks, Washington, the setting of Twilight!

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In chapter 44, Torry (she/her) and Becky Feldman (she/her) from Too Stupid To Live: Romance Reviews $5 and Under recap The Hating Game by Sally Thorne (4:59). Next they discuss the movie adaptation (1:09:34) and get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop of the book and movie (1:27:12). Finally, they answer questions submitted by the listeners (1:36:01).

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In chapter 43, Torry (she/her) and Kirsten MacInnis (she/her) from Mess Magnets discuss Emily Henry’s writing style (0:00) and then recap Funny Story by Emily Henry (16:05). Finally, they get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:21:28).

Spoiler Warning: This episode contains spoilers for the book: Funny Story

Kirsten’s Previous Appearances

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In chapter 42, Torry (she/her), Sam (she/her), and Shelby (she/her) from The Rom Complex recap The QB Bad Boy and Me by Tay Marley (7:01). Next, they discuss the movie adaptation, Sidelined: The QB and Me (1:26:35). Finally, Torry, Sam, and Shelby get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop for the book and movie (1:39:46).

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In chapter 41, Torry (she/her) and Mason (he/him) recap the Fourth Wing Bonus Chapter 27 by Rebecca Yarros (7:16). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (32:02).

Spoiler Warning: This episode contains spoilers for the entire Empyrean series. 

Mason’s Previous Appearances

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January 3, 2025 104 mins

In chapter 40, Torry (she/her) and Haley Strong (she/her) from RHAP: We Know The Bachelor discuss what Omegaverse books are (11:10) and then recap Bride by Ali Hazelwood (17:23). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:19:43). Finally, they answer questions submitted by the listeners (1:33:00).

Spoiler Warning: This episode contains spoilers for the book: Bride. 

Haley’s Pre...

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In chapter 39, Torry (she/her) and Julie from You + Me & Chisme recap A Cuban Girl’s Guide to Tea and Tomorrow by Laura Taylor Namely (5:26). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:10:03).

Spoiler Warning: While we explore A Cuban Girl’s Guide to Tea and Tomorrow in detail, rest assured that there won't be any spoilers in the episode beyond this book.

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December 4, 2024 69 mins

In chapter 38, Torry (she/her) and Kelly White (she/her) from Nathan For Us: A Nathan Fielder Fan Podcast recap Ice Planet Barbarians by Ruby Dixon (8:09). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (45:23).

Content Warning: Brief mention about alien abduction, human trafficking, forced abortion, some scenes with noncon, and sexual assault. Take care!

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November 21, 2024 75 mins
In chapter 37, Torry (she/her) and Sam (he/him) from The Bitter Jurors Podcast recap The Trouble with Hating You by Sajni Patel (8:06). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (58:15). Content Warning: Discussion about sexual assault and physical abuse throughout the episode. Take care! Spoiler Warning: While we explore The Trouble with Hating You  in detail, rest assured that ...
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November 6, 2024 170 mins
In chapter 36, Torry (she/her) and Laura (she/her) from Laura’s Library Card recap Outlander by Diana Gabaldon (9:27). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (2:08:41). Next they discuss season 1 of the tv show adaptation of Outlander (2:23:47). Finally, Torry and Laura get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop of the tv show (2:...
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In chapter 35, Torry (she/her) and Jenn (she/her) recap The Summer I Turned Pretty by Jenny Han (8:56). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:21:09). Next they discuss the tv adaptation of The Summer I Turned Pretty (1:26:46). Finally, Torry and Jenn get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop of the tv show (1:44:02). Content ...
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In chapter 34, Torry (she/her) and Megan (she/her) recap the A Court of Thorns and Roses bonus chapters: Wings and Embers (5:58), Feyre and Rhysand bonus chapter (34:39), and the Azriel bonus chapter (43:30) by Sarah J. Maas. Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:05:20). Finally, they discuss theories for the next book (1:12:26). Spoiler Warning: This episode contains spoi...
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October 9, 2024 75 mins
In chapter 33, Torry (she/her) and Robyn (she/her) recap Fall Into You by Caroline Frank (6:01). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (59:57). Content Warning: Brief discussion about loss of a parent throughout the episode. Take care! Spoiler Warning: While we explore Fall Into You in detail, rest assured that there won't be any spoilers in the episode beyond this book.  Rob...
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In chapter 32, Torry (she/her) and Mariah Burchell (she/her), a photographer and author, in the making recap My Lady Jane by Cynthia Hand, Brodi Ashton, and Jodi Meadows (4:52). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:06:51). Next they discuss season 1 of the tv adaptation of My Lady Jane (1:17:16). Next, Torry and Guest get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gr...
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In chapter 31, Torry (she/her) and Christy (she/her) from X Knows All recap Tell Me Lies by Carola Lovering (3:12). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (57:47). Next they discuss season 1 of the tv adaptation of Tell Me Lies (1:03:01). Then, Torry and Christy get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:11:19) of the tv show. ...
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In chapter 30, Torry (she/her) and Megan (she/her) recap A Court of Silver Flames by Sarah J. Maas (chapters 37-80, 5:13). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:12:18). Finally, Torry shares the most famous quote from ACOSF (1:18:16). Spoiler Warning: This episode contains spoilers for the book: A Court of Silver Flames. Megan’s Previous RTBR Appearances A Court of Silver ...
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August 30, 2024 107 mins
In chapter 29, Torry (she/her) and Kat (she/her) recap Part of Your World by Abby Jimenez (7:13). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:22:43). Content Warning: Discussion about abusive relationships and domestic violence throughout the episode. Take care! For help, information, or advice, check out the domestic violence hotlines and services in Canada and the USA. Spoiler...
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