The Book Fix

This week's Tuesday episode on The Book Fix, we dive into The Fallen & The Kiss of Dusk, the latest installment in Carissa Broadbent’s Crowns of Nyaxia series. When Mische sacrifices everything to save those she loves, she plunges the world into eternal night and falls into the grasp of the gods. Meanwhile, Asar—imprisoned, consumed by revenge, and desperate to find her—gets one final chance at redemption when a goddess of...

This week's Thursday on The Book Fix, we’re cracking open A Spell to Wake the Dead, a witchy YA thriller that drips with eerie Cape Cod atmosphere, murder, and magic gone wrong. When Mazzy and her best friend Nora sneak to the beach one moonlit night to cast a spell, they expect nothing more than a little harmless witchcraft. Instead, the tide delivers the mutilated body of a woman missing her hands and teeth — and a supernatu...

In this episode of The Book Fix, we dive into the emotional, high-stakes finale of Lexi Ryan’s epic fae saga with Between These Broken Hearts. Picking up right where Beneath These Cursed Stars left off, we break down the twists, the romance, and the heartbreak as the story barrels toward its magical—and dangerous—conclusion. Expect our usual mix of unfiltered reactions, swoon-worthy character analysis, and a few heated debates abou...

In this week's Thursday episode of The Book Fix, we put our bookish instincts to the test with the ultimate guess the book by its cover challenge! One of us reveals a mystery book cover, and the other has to guess the plot based solely on the art. Expect wildly off-base theories, some suspiciously accurate guesses, and plenty of unhinged plotlines that have nothing to do with the real story. Who will prove they’re a cover clai...

In this episode of The Book Fix, Yajaira and Cheli sink their teeth into Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil by V.E. Schwab, a hauntingly lyrical novel that weaves together centuries of longing, rage, and desire for freedom. Told across three timelines—1532 in Spain, 1827 in London, and 2019 in Boston—this story connects three women bound by mysterious forces and desperate choices. Join the besties as they discuss whether or not th...

In this brutally honest episode of The Book Fix, Yajaira and Cheli dig deep into their previous tier lists and revisit the books they’ve given one-star ratings to. From cringey plots to characters they’d like to leave in a ditch (fictionally, of course), the hosts pit these literary letdowns against each other in head-to-head battles to determine which one is the least offensive of the bunch. It’s a hilarious showdown of “lesser of...

In this episode of The Book Fix, Yajaira and Cheli dive into Caught Up by Navessa Allen, the second book in the Into Darkness trilogy. After reviewing Lights Out, they’re back for more of Allen’s deliciously dark, kink-forward romance—and this one does not disappoint. Or does it? They unpack the story of Nico “Junior” Trocci, a morally gray character who once distanced himself from sweet, bookish Lauren Marchetti… only to spiral in...

In this episode of The Book Fix, Yajaira and Cheli review Great Big Beautiful Life by Emily Henry. They discuss the rivals-to-lovers tension between Alice and Hayden, two writers vying to tell the life story of reclusive heiress Margaret Ives. As the hosts dig into the layers of mystery, romance, and literary ambition, they debate who was more compelling: the scandal-ridden subject or the authors unraveling her secrets. Yajaira pra...

In this lively midyear check-in, Yajaira and Cheli reflect on their year of reading romance—celebrating the hits, dragging the misses, and diving into Barnes & Noble’s list of the best romances of 2025 so far. They share what tropes melt their hearts (forced proximity, found family, cowboys), confess their complicated feelings about popular authors, and fangirl over unexpected gems. From Emily Henry’s latest tearjerker to the s...

In this episode of The Book Fix, Yajaira and Cheli put their friendship (and memory) to the test with a chaotic round of “Guess the Book by the Emoji.” Each host picked a few books they've read together and turned the plot into a string of emojis—but things quickly spiral as their emoji interpretations get... questionable.

From surprisingly accurate guesses to complete confusion (and some very creative symbolism), this episode ...

In this fiery episode of The Book Fix, Yajaira and Cheli return to the world of Norse gods, blood oaths, and heartbreak as they dive into A Curse Carved in Bone, the dramatic conclusion to Danielle L. Jensen’s fantasy romance duology.

They break down Freya’s high-stakes journey as she grapples with the weight of her divine magic and the bloody prophecy tied to it. With war on the horizon and betrayals still fresh, Freya must keep he...

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In this episode of The Book Fix, Yajaira and Cheli react to a list of unpopular book opinions—and quickly realize some of them hit a little too close to home. They kick things off with a clear disclaimer: these are just their opinions, okay? As they go down the list, they find themselves saying “Wait… that’s literally me!” more than once. Whether th...

In this episode of The Book Fix, Yajaira and Cheli dive into Shield of Sparrows by Devney Perry, a romantasy tale where gods send monsters, kingdoms make blood pacts, and a forgotten princess rises to become a force no one saw coming.

They discuss the book’s slow-burn romance, its enemies-to-lovers tension, and the dark, high-stakes world where political alliances and ancient curses collide. As the hosts follow the princess—who goes...

In this fun and chaotic episode of The Book Fix, Yajaira and Cheli put their five-star reads to the ultimate test: a head-to-head bracket-style battle where only one book can come out on top. From fantasy to romance to horror, no genre is safe as they argue, defend, and sometimes betray their own favorites. With each round, the hosts revisit what made each book a five-star read in the first place—whether it was the characters, the ...

In this episode of The Book Fix, Yajaira and Cheli dive into The Perfect Divorce, the unhinged sequel to Jeneva Rose’s The Perfect Marriage. Picking up after Sarah Morgan framed her cheating husband for murder, the sequel follows Sarah’s newest marriage—to Bob—and it’s no surprise that history repeats itself. After Bob cheats, Sarah’s icy rage resurfaces, and chaos ensues. Yajaira and Cheli recap every jaw-dropping twist, from miss...

In this episode of The Book Fix, Yajaira and Cheli dive into the Netflix movie Mala Influencia (Bad Influence), a romantic thriller about a teenager who is stalked and harassed by someone unknown so her father assigns her a handsome bodyguard. They break down the plot, the cringe romance, and the over-the-top drama, all while roasting the poorly executed film. The vibes are messy and the commentary is fun, as always, so join in the...

In this mid-year check-in episode of The Book Fix, Yajaira and Cheli reflect on every book they've read from January to June and rank them on a chaotic, totally subjective tier list. From five-star favorites to books that left them speechless—in a bad way—they revisit standout titles like The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes, Two Twisted Crowns, Beneath These Cursed Stars and Sunrise on the Reaping. They relive their most unhing...

In this episode of The Book Fix, Yajaira and Cheli trade their books for popcorn to review the film adaptation of The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes. They unpack everything from Snow’s villain origin (and questionable hair choices) to the chaotic music numbers, awkward romance, and surprisingly stacked cast. Did the movie make us care more about Coriolanus? Was Lucy Gray giving main character energy or just vibes and vocals? And wh...

In this episode of The Book Fix, Yajaira and Cheli return to Panem to review The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes by Suzanne Collins—and they’re not holding back. They dive into the origin story of a young Coriolanus Snow and debate whether the prequel adds anything meaningful to the Hunger Games universe. Was the love story believable? Did Lucy Gray deserve better? And what was up with all that singing?? Tune in as they unpack the s...