Christine and Jessica discuss Red, White, and Royal Blue, one of the most banned books in recent history: a royal romp with political overtones and a heart of gold. Jessica's life goal of getting Christine to read contemporary romance is unlocked! And even though Jessica was less than hopeful about Texas politics in this episode, just a few days after it was recorded, the first lesbian, Asian-American mayor of San Antonio was elected in a decisive victory despite being the outspent underdog, proving why McQuiston's book remains so timely--because Texas will always, always surprise you.
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Join us in two weeks in the season 3 finale as Christine and Jessica discuss 1984 by George Orwell!
Episode 8 Links:
- Red, White, and Royal Blue
- Casey McQuiston's website
- A 2022 Publisher's Weekly interview with McQuiston
- The Texas Tribune on one of the Texas lege bills we mention
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