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April 1, 2025 50 mins

One-Star Books and Their Five-Star Reviews: A Heated Debate

In this lively episode of The Plot With A Twist, hosts Roe and Allorah dive into the world of subjective reading tastes by exploring their one-star books that received five-star reviews from others. They candidly discuss their own frustrations with popular titles like A Throne of Glass by Sarah J. Maas, The Name of the Wind by Patrick Rothfuss, House of Flame and Shadow by Sarah J. Maas, Hawke by Jessie Hall, and Kiss and Don't Tell by Meghan Quinn. Tune in for a passionate discussion on what worked and what didn't, and stick around for this week's cocktail of choice, Bloated Bag of Monkey Spunk. Whether you agree or disagree, there's something for every book lover in this episode. And, if you want to join in the conversation, be sure to find us on Facebook, TikTok, or Instagram to tell us your most overrated reads!

00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview

00:45 Discussing Our One-Star Books with Five-Star Reviews

02:26 First Book: A Throne of Glass (Allorah)

13:01 Second Book: The Name of the Wind (Allorah)

19:27 Third Book: House of Flame and Shadow (Allorah)

25:43 Character Assassination in the Latest Book

28:25 Mixed Feelings About SJM's Works

28:47 Frost and Starlight: A Divisive Novella (Roe)

34:59 Hawk by Jesse Hall: A Polarizing Read (Roe)

38:17 Kiss and Don't Tell by Megan Quinn: A Humorous Take (Roe)

48:28 Cocktail Recipe and Upcoming Events

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