Shelf Addiction Podcast
This podcast features thriller/mystery and fantasy book chats, book and audiobook reviews, and bookish topic conversations. It's like listening in on your favorite book club. With candid conversations and book recommendations, we will feed your shelf addiction! For more please visit: https://linktr.ee/shelfaddiction Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shelf-addiction-podcast--1703669/support.
Episodes
December 31, 2025 • 81 mins
In this episode, Tamara and Classy reflect on their reading journey throughout 2025, discussing the highs and lows of their buddy reads. They review several books, including 'The Return of Ellie Black', 'The Best Lies', 'What Lies Between Us', 'The God of the Woods', and 'The Ghost Writer', sharing their thoughts on character development, plot twists, and overall enjoyment.
Ep 555
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December 24, 2025 • 68 mins
In this episode, Tamara and Classy dive into their December buddy read, 'The Quiet Tenant' by Clemence Micheline. They explore the psychological thriller's themes, character dynamics, and the gripping narrative that unfolds through multiple perspectives. The conversation highlights the complexities of survival, manipulation, and the impact of trauma, as they discuss the characters' motivations and the tension that builds throughout...
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December 10, 2025 • 63 mins
In this episode, Tamara and Casey reflect on their reading journey throughout 2025, discussing various fantasy series and standalone novels. They explore their experiences with different genres, the search for new favorites, and the challenges of finding engaging reads in a year that felt particularly long and difficult. The conversation highlights both the highs and lows of their reading selections, emphasizing the need for fresh ...
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November 26, 2025 • 58 mins
In this episode of Shelf Addiction, hosts Tamara and Casey dive into the second book of the Crimson Moth duology, Rebel Witch. They discuss the plot, character dynamics, and themes of identity and growth, while also critiquing the predictability of the plot twists and the world-building elements. The conversation highlights the complexities of the characters' relationships and the societal issues presented in the narrative, ultimat...
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November 19, 2025 • 81 mins
In this episode, Tamara and Classy dive into the thrilling world of Karen Slaughter's latest novel, 'We Are All Guilty Here.' They explore the intricate plot, character dynamics, and the dark themes that make this book a gripping read. The discussion covers the novel's exploration of small-town secrets, flawed justice systems, and the moral complexities faced by the characters. Tamara and Classy also share their thoughts on the aud...
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November 5, 2025 • 69 mins
In this episode of Shelf Addiction, hosts Tamara and Casey delve into 'Blind Date with a Werewolf' by Patricia Briggs, exploring the intricacies of the Mercyverse. They discuss the importance of reading order, character visualization, and the various themes presented in the short stories. Each date Aseel goes on reveals different aspects of his character, from his softer side to the darker themes of magic and danger. Casey and Tama...
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October 29, 2025 • 54 mins
In this episode of the podcast, Tamara and Casey dive deep into the first book of the Crimson Moth duology, Heartless Hunter. They discuss the book's plot, character dynamics, and the execution of the enemies to lovers trope. The conversation also touches on the magic system, predictions for the sequel, and more.
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October 22, 2025 • 55 mins
In this episode of Shelf Addiction, hosts Tamara and Classy dive into their October thriller buddy read, 'Incidents Around the House' by Josh Mallerman. They discuss the chilling narrative told from the perspective of a young girl, Bella, who is haunted by a malevolent entity known as 'Other Mommy'. The conversation delves into themes of family dynamics, the impact of secrets, and the nature of horror, while also examining characte...
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October 15, 2025 • 41 mins
In this episode of Shelf Addiction, hosts Tamara and Casey dive into the world of thriller and fantasy reads, specifically focusing on the anthology 'Scared Sexy'. They discuss two stories from the anthology: 'My Boyfriends Are All Monsters' and 'Spicy Little Curses'. The conversation explores the strengths and weaknesses of each story, the characters, and the authors' writing styles. The hosts share their thoughts on the pacing, c...
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October 8, 2025 • 56 mins
In this episode of Shelf Addiction, hosts Tamara and Casey dive into 'Tourist Season' by Bryn Weaver, a serial killer romance set in the quirky town of Cape Carnage. They discuss the book's synopsis, initial reactions, character dynamics, and plot holes, while also analyzing the chemistry between the leads, Nolan and Harper. The audiobook experience is highlighted, along with the prevalence of true crime elements in the story. The ...
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September 24, 2025 • 56 mins
In this episode, Tamara and Casey dive deep into the final book of the War of Lost Hearts trilogy, discussing their initial reactions, character development, and the effectiveness of various plot devices. They express disappointment with the pacing, the use of memory loss as a plot device, and the lack of depth in character perspectives. The conversation also explores the dynamics between characters, the significance of subplots, a...
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September 17, 2025 • 59 mins
In this episode, Tamara and Classy dive deep into the thriller novel 'Listen for the Lie' by Amy Tintera. They discuss the intricacies of the plot, character dynamics, and the impact of the audiobook format. The conversation explores themes of small-town secrets and relationships. They also critique the writing style, noting instances of repetition and plot holes, while reflecting on the public perception of the deceased and the ne...
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September 10, 2025 • 57 mins
In this episode of the podcast, hosts Tamara and Casey dive into a detailed review of 'Pucking Around' by Emily Rath, a hockey-themed romance novel. They discuss the book's characters, particularly the protagonist Rachel and her relationships with multiple men, exploring themes of love, polyamory, and character dynamics. The hosts critique the depth of secondary characters and the realism of the relationships portrayed in the story...
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September 3, 2025 • 48 mins
In this episode, Tamara and Classy dive into the Netflix adaptation of 'The Hunting Wives,' discussing their initial impressions, character developments, and the significant changes made from the book. They explore themes of queerness, political commentary, and the controversial scenes that sparked conversation. The hosts compare the book and show endings, express their expectations for a potential season two, and engage with their...
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August 27, 2025 • 62 mins
In this episode, Tamara and Casey dive into the second book of the War of Lost Hearts trilogy, 'Children of the Fallen Gods' by Carissa Broadbent. They discuss the character arcs, plot twists, and the dynamics between humans and fey. The conversation highlights the strengths and weaknesses of the characters, particularly focusing on the development of the villain and the protagonist's struggles with power and sacrifice. The hosts e...
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August 20, 2025 • 73 mins
In this episode of Shelf Addiction, hosts Tamara and Classy delve into the intricacies of S.A. Cosby's 'King of Ashes'. They explore the themes of family trauma, secrets, and the dark transformation of the protagonist, Roman. The discussion highlights character development, the impact of childhood experiences, and the dynamics between siblings. With engaging insights and reflections, the hosts provide a comprehensive analysis of th...
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August 13, 2025 • 48 mins
In this episode of Shelf Addiction, hosts Tamara and Casey dive into the urban fantasy vampire novel 'Certain Dark Things' by Silvia Moreno-Garcia. They discuss the unique world-building, character development, and their personal impressions of the story. The conversation covers the strengths and weaknesses of the book, including the portrayal of vampires, the dynamics between characters, and the overall writing style of the author...
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July 30, 2025 • 50 mins
In this episode, Tamara kicks things off with a crazy story time! Share thoughts and experiences in the comments! Then Tamara and Casey dive into the first book of the adult romantic fantasy trilogy, 'Daughter of No World' by Carissa Broadbent. They discuss their initial reactions, character development, themes of trauma and power, and the romantic arc between the main characters. The conversation also touches on the pacing of the ...
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July 23, 2025 • 62 mins
In this episode, hosts Tamara and Classy dive deep into the thriller novel 'The Ghostwriter' by Julie Clark. They discuss the book's synopsis, character dynamics, pacing, and the themes of trauma and family secrets. The conversation highlights the use of unreliable narrators and the impact of the past on the present. The hosts share their thoughts on character development, and explore the complexities of relationships within the st...
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July 16, 2025 • 39 mins
In this episode, Tamara and Casey discuss 'All Systems Red', the first book in the Murderbot Diaries series, and its Apple TV adaptation. They explore their initial impressions of both the audiobook and graphic audio versions, comparing the storytelling techniques and character development in the book versus the show. The conversation highlights the humor, diversity, and themes present in the adaptation, as well as their expectatio...
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