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
In chapter 50, Torry (she/her) recaps When the Night Falls (previously named Skin of the Night 2nd Edition) by C.K. Bennett (11:09). Then she gets into her Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, Side Character Spotlight, and Sequel Scoop (1:08:57).
Spoiler Warning: While we explore When the Night Falls/Skin of the Night in detail, rest assured that there won't be any spoilers in the episode beyond this book.
In chapter 49, Torry (she/her) and Kat (she/her) recap Deep End by Ali Hazelwood (8:01). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, Side Character Spotlight, and Sequel Scoop (53:12).
Content Warning: Brief mention of parental abuse and discussion about BDSM during the episode. Take care!
Spoiler Warning: This episode contains spoilers for the book: Deep End.
Kat’s Previous RTBR Appearances
In chapter 48, Torry (she/her) and Laura from What to Read Next discuss book-influencing (0:00) and then recap The Deal by Elle Kennedy (20:15). Finally, they get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, Side Character Spotlight, and Sequel Scoop (1:09:27).
Content Warning: Discussion about sexual assault throughout the episode. Take care!
Spoiler Warning: While we explore The Deal in detail, rest a...
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!
Spoiler Warning: While we explore From Blood and Ash in detail, rest assured that there won't be a...
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!
Spoiler Warning: While we explore Praise in detail, rest assured that there won'...
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!
Spoiler Warning: This episode contains spoilers for the ent...
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).
Spoiler Warning: This episode co...
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
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).
Content Warning: Brief mention of a child homicide, teen pregna...
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
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...
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.
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!
Spoiler Warning: While we exp...
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