In Her Good Books

This episode has been cursed from the get go! Made the recording happen, the audio was terrible for some unknown reason and then Jen edited it but never published it before leaving for Mexico. So, without further ado, here it is published from Mexico - we tried hahaha. Libro.fm. Use our code GOODBOOKS at checkout and get two books for the price of your first months membership! Find us at: www.goodbookspodcast.com Facebook - In Her Good Books Podcast Instagram - @inhergoodbookspodcast TikTok - @inhergoodbookspodcast We are affiliated with Libro.fm, but all reviews are our true and honest opinions!

As we huddle in our makeshift blanket fort, Caroline fills in for Shanna. It's been a long time since we've done a deep dive episode and we are glad that we chose Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus to bring them back with! Find Caro on Instagram @booknerder. Libro.fm. Use our code GOODBOOKS at checkout and get two books for the price of your first months membership! Find us at: www.goodbookspodcast.com Facebook - In Her Good Books Podcast Instagram - @inhergoodbookspodcast TikTok - @inhergoodbookspodcast We are affiliated with Libro.fm, but all reviews are our true and honest opinions!

This week Jen and Shanna hash out their feelings of disappointment and betrayal together, as well as discuss all of the reading they've been doing so far this year. Books mentioned in this episode: Starling House by Alix E. Harrow Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert Network Effect by Martha Wells The Anomaly by Herve Le Tellier We did a whole episode about The Anomaly! Listen to it here! Libro.fm. Use our code GOODBOOKS at checkout and get two books for the price of your first months membership! Find us at: www.goodbookspodcast.com Facebook - In Her Good Books Podcast Instagram - @inhergoodbookspodcast TikTok - @inhergoodbookspodcast We are affiliated with Libro.fm, but all reviews are our true and honest opinions!

Books mentioned in this episode: I Have Some Questions for You by Rebecca Makkai Good Inside by Dr. Becky Kennedy A Court of Sugar and Spice by Rebecca F Kenney Here is the 13 Moons Reading Challenge! -https://readnburied.tumblr.com/post/734943583626526720/13-moons-reading-challenge-2024-announcement Libro.fm. Use our code GOODBOOKS at checkout and get two books for the price of your first months membership! Find us at: www.goodbookspodcast.com Facebook - In Her Good Books Podcast Instagram - @inhergoodbookspodcast TikTok - @inhergoodbookspodcast We are affiliated with Libro.fm, but all reviews are our true and honest opinions!

The following episode description was written by AI. Verdict? Not bad lol. Ever found yourself chuckling over a quirky tale of octopus affection, or feeling a kinship with a certain lovable Murderbot? Welcome to our three-year anniversary bash of 'In Her Good Books', where this episode is brimming with reflections and recommendations that span the literary spectrum. Our walk down memory lane isn't just about nostalgia—it's a celebration of last year's reading escapades, the highs and lows of our literary conquests, and the setting of fresh, realistic reading aspirations for the year ahead. They say variety is the spice of life, and our bookish buffet ranges from Terry Pratchett's fantastical 'Going Postal' to the haunting queer insights in 'It Came from the Closet: Queer Reflections on Horror'. Curl up and join our candid conversation as we discuss those reads that left us spellbound and others that... well, let's just say they fell short of our book club's expectations. Whether it's expressing our strong opinions on a disappointing Nutcracker retelling or sharing our quest for 'big reading' with esteemed classics, our discussion is as diverse as our bookshelves. We tackle the art of purposeful reading and the charm of revisiting the novels we adore, reveling in the chance to explore these stories with newfound depth and appreciation. And as we head into the new year with books stacked high and reading challenges gleaming on the horizon, we invite you to debate and discover right alongside us. From our musings on Stephen King's "Holly" to our lively critiques of 'The Spirits Up', we're dishing out all the insights you need for your next literary adventure. Don't miss out on our excursion into book club drama, our plans for a revitalizing kid-free vacation to Mexico, and the anticipation of good things yet to come. Pull up a chair, because this episode is your ticket to a community where every page turned is a celebration of the stories that bind us. Libro.fm. Use our code GOODBOOKS at checkout and get two books for the price of your first months membership! Find us at: www.goodbookspodcast.com Facebook - In Her Good Books Podcast Instagram - @inhergoodbookspodcast TikTok - @inhergoodbookspodcast We are affiliated with Libro.fm, but all reviews are our true and honest opinions!

Books mentioned in this episode: I Have Some Questions for You by Rebecca Makkai The Handyman Method by Nick Cutter and Andrew Sullivan None of This is True by Lisa Jewell What Wild Women Do by Karma Brown Herc by Phoenicia Rogerson Wuthering Heights by Emily Bronte (I listened to this one on Audible because it was the only audio version that I could find that I thought was good) Libro.fm. Use our code GOODBOOKS at checkout and get two books for the price of your first months membership! Find us at: www.goodbookspodcast.com Facebook - In Her Good Books Podcast Instagram - @inhergoodbookspodcast TikTok - @inhergoodbookspodcast We are affiliated with Libro.fm, but all reviews are our true and honest opinions!

It's our 100th Episode! We've read hundreds of books, had two babies and whole lot of other stuff! Books mentioned in this episode: Holly by Stephen King This Wicked Fate by Kalynn Bayron A House at the Bottom of a Lake by Josh Malerman Maeve Fly by CJ Leede Run Towards the Danger by Sarah Polley Libro.fm. Use our code GOODBOOKS at checkout and get two books for the price of your first months membership! Find us at: www.goodbookspodcast.com Facebook - In Her Good Books Podcast Instagram - @inhergoodbookspodcast TikTok - @inhergoodbookspodcast We are affiliated with Libro.fm, but all reviews are our true and honest opinions!

Books Mentioned in This Episode Just Another Missing Person by Gillian McAllister The Lost Book Shop by Evie Woods Friends, Lovers and the Big Terrible Thing by Matthew Perry Going Postal by Terry Pratchett Terry Pratchett: A Life With Footnotes by Rob Wilkins Libro.fm. Use our code GOODBOOKS at checkout and get two books for the price of your first months membership! Find us at: www.goodbookspodcast.com Facebook - In Her Good Books Podcast Instagram - @inhergoodbookspodcast TikTok - @inhergoodbookspodcast We are affiliated with Libro.fm, but all reviews are our true and honest opinions!

Books mentioned in this episode: Everyone In My Family Has Killed Someone by Benjamin Stevenson Bright Young Women by Jessica Knoll Artificial Condition by Martha Wells It Came From the Closet by Joe Vallese Rogue Protocol by Martha Wells Libro.fm. Use our code GOODBOOKS at checkout and get two books for the price of your first months membership! Find us at: www.goodbookspodcast.com Facebook - In Her Good Books Podcast Instagram - @inhergoodbookspodcast TikTok - @inhergoodbookspodcast We are affiliated with Libro.fm, but all reviews are our true and honest opinions!

Books mentioned in this episode: Those Girls by Chevy Stevens Maeve Fly by CJ Leede The Angel Maker by Alex North Sleeping Giants by Sylvain Neuvel Counting the Cost by Jill Duggar Whalefall by Daniel Kraus You're Gonna Die A lone and Other Excellent News by Devrie Brynn Donalson The Papaya Podcast episode with Devrie about friends who ghost AI Description. Enjoy. Ever wondered how to picture a character with a made-up name in your head? Join us as we tackle this challenge and more in this episode filled with book recommendations, reviews and personal tales. We delve into the intense and emotional narrative of 'Those Girls' by Chevy Stevens, closely followed by the chilling 'Maeve Fly' by CJ Leed, which despite its violent content takes you on an emotional roller coaster. As we explore these gripping stories, we share our thoughts on their themes and writing styles. We then turn our focus to the Duggar family, as we discuss their reality show '19 Kids and Counting,' and Jill Duggar’s memoir 'Counting the Cost.' We unravel the truth behind the family’s belief system and Jill's brave decision to forge a different path. Balancing things out, we also dive into the 'Themis Files' trilogy, sharing our insights about the books' unique narrative style. Shifting gears, we express our views on 'Whalefall' by Daniel Crouse, appreciating its quality of writing but discussing our difficulty in connecting with the story due to its focus on the protagonist's emotional journey. Finally, we reveal our Halloween preparations, discussing spooky treats and story time events for our book club. We also unveil our plans for an Etsy shop, built on my newfound love for crocheting. Be sure to follow us on our social media platforms to stay updated on our latest crafts. Join us for this thrilling episode filled with captivating discussions, personal anecdotes, and exciting plans. Libro.fm. Use our code GOODBOOKS at checkout and get two books for the price of your first months membership! Find us at: www.goodbookspodcast.com Facebook - In Her Good Books Podcast Instagram - @inhergoodbookspodcast TikTok - @inhergoodbookspodcast We are affiliated with Libro.fm, but all reviews are our true and honest opinions!

Books mentioned in this episode: Looking Glass Sound by Catriona Ward Broken Monsters by Lauren Beukes All Systems Red by Martha Wells How to Sell a Haunted House by Grady Hendrix Libro.fm. Use our code GOODBOOKS at checkout and get two books for the price of your first months membership! Find us at: www.goodbookspodcast.com Facebook - In Her Good Books Podcast Instagram - @inhergoodbookspodcast TikTok - @inhergoodbookspodcast We are affiliated with Libro.fm, but all reviews are our true and honest opinions!

Thanks again to Caroline for filling in yet again! Check out her Bookstagram @booknerder and give her a follow while you're at it! Books mentioned in this episode: The Last Mrs. Parrish by Liv Constantine Dead Water by C.A. Fletcher The Soul of an Octopus by Sy Montgomery With Love, from Cold World by Alicia Thompson The Writing Retreat by Julia Bartz Zero Days by Ruth Ware Libro.fm. Use our code GOODBOOKS at checkout and get two books for the price of your first months membership! Find us at: www.goodbookspodcast.com Facebook - In Her Good Books Podcast Instagram - @inhergoodbookspodcast TikTok - @inhergoodbookspodcast We are affiliated with Libro.fm, but all reviews are our true and honest opinions!

Okay, we were only podcast separated for a month but it felt like an eternity. We were very excited to put a microphone between us. Books Mentioned in This Episode: Mermaids by Patty Dann Zero Days by Ruth Ware The Wife Upstairs by Frieda McFadden How to Sell a Haunted House by Grady Hendrix Wishful Drinking by Carrie Fisher A Court of Silver Flames by Sarah J Maas Libro.fm. Use our code GOODBOOKS at checkout and get two books for the price of your first months membership! Find us at: www.goodbookspodcast.com Facebook - In Her Good Books Podcast Instagram - @inhergoodbookspodcast TikTok - @inhergoodbookspodcast We are affiliated with Libro.fm, but all reviews are our true and honest opinions!

Books Mentioned in This Episode: The Last Word by Taylor Adams The Apothocary's Garden by Jeanette Lynes The Bandit Queens by Parini Shroff Camp Zero by Michelle Min Sterling The Inmate by Frieda McFadden The London Seance Society by Sarah Penner Reminders of Him by Colleen Hoover silentbook.club Libro.fm. Use our code GOODBOOKS at checkout and get two books for the price of your first months membership! Find us at: www.goodbookspodcast.com Facebook - In Her Good Books Podcast Instagram - @inhergoodbookspodcast TikTok - @inhergoodbookspodcast We are affiliated with Libro.fm, but all reviews are our true and honest opinions!

Jen's in Mexico so we've got our biggest fan, Caroline, to fill in for her! And she's wonderful. Books mentioned in this episode: The Adult by Bronwyn Fischer Alone with You in the Ether by Olivie Blake Libro.fm. Use our code GOODBOOKS at checkout and get two books for the price of your first months membership! Find us at: www.goodbookspodcast.com Facebook - In Her Good Books Podcast Instagram - @inhergoodbookspodcast TikTok - @inhergoodbookspodcast We are affiliated with Libro.fm, but all reviews are our true and honest opinions!

Books mentioned in this episode: Wishful Drinking by Carrie Fisher In the Lives of Puppets by TJ Klune Tender is the Flesh by Augustina Bazterrica The Whispers by Ashley Audrain A House with Good Bones by T Kingfisher Gibberish by Young Vo Libro.fm. Use our code GOODBOOKS at checkout and get two books for the price of your first months membership! Find us at: www.goodbookspodcast.com Facebook - In Her Good Books Podcast Instagram - @inhergoodbookspodcast TikTok - @inhergoodbookspodcast We are affiliated with Libro.fm, but all reviews are our true and honest opinions!

Books mentioned in this episode: Night Film by Marisha Pessl Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver The Girl From the Well by Rin Chupeco www.marishapessl.com Libro.fm. Use our code GOODBOOKS at checkout and get two books for the price of your first months membership! Find us at: www.goodbookspodcast.com Facebook - In Her Good Books Podcast Instagram - @inhergoodbookspodcast TikTok - @inhergoodbookspodcast We are affiliated with Libro.fm, but all reviews are our true and honest opinions!

Books Mentioned in this Episode: Night Film by Marisha Pessl Really Good, Actually by Monica Heisey Just the Nicest Couple by Mary Kubica Libro.fm. Use our code GOODBOOKS at checkout and get two books for the price of your first months membership! Find us at: www.goodbookspodcast.com Facebook - In Her Good Books Podcast Instagram - @inhergoodbookspodcast TikTok - @inhergoodbookspodcast We are affiliated with Libro.fm, but all reviews are our true and honest opinions!

Books mentioned in today's episode: Tiny Beautiful Things by Cheryl Strayed Insomnia by Sarah Pinborough To Be Taught if Fortunate by Becky Chambers Wrong Place, Wrong Time by Gillian McAllister The Long Way to a Small Angry Planet by Becky Chambers A Closed and Common Orbit by Becky Chambers Girl, Forgotten by Karin Slaughter Happy Place by Emily Henry Stone Blind by Natalie Haynes Libro.fm. Use our code GOODBOOKS at checkout and get two books for the price of your first months membership! Find us at: www.goodbookspodcast.com Facebook - In Her Good Books Podcast Instagram - @inhergoodbookspodcast TikTok - @inhergoodbookspodcast We are affiliated with Libro.fm, but all reviews are our true and honest opinions!

Books mentioned in this episode: Bloodletting and Miraculous Cures by Vincent Lam Night of the Mannequins by Stephen Graham Jones Rolling in the Deep by Mira Grant Into the Drowning Deep by Mira Grant The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien Tiny Beautiful Things by Cheryl Strayed Wild by Cheryl Strayed Dear Sugars Podcast Sugar Calling Podcast Libro.fm. Use our code GOODBOOKS at checkout and get two books for the price of your first months membership! Find us at: www.goodbookspodcast.com Facebook - In Her Good Books Podcast Instagram - @inhergoodbookspodcast TikTok - @inhergoodbookspodcast We are affiliated with Libro.fm, but all reviews are our true and honest opinions!