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Tea & Strumpets: A Regency Romance Review

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Tune in to hear two friends discuss all the steamy (and sometimes tepid) details of the regency romance genre. Join us each episode as we take a trip across the pond and into the past in search of swoon-worthy Happily Ever Afters! We talk about all your regency favorites like Julia Quinn’s Bridgertons or Lisa Kleypas’ Ravenels, plus we dive deep into exciting new releases from rising stars like Scarlett Peckham, Cat Sebastian, and Evie Dunmore. We’ve got full book reviews AND fabulous interviews with bestselling authors in the genre like Kerrigan Byrne and Maya Rodale. Whether you’re looking for a book to add to your TBR pile or you’ve read our choice already, we’ve got a little something for everyone.

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Tune in to hear two friends discuss all the steamy (and sometimes tepid) details of the regency romance genre. Join us each episode as we take a trip across the pond and into the past in search of swoon-worthy Happily Ever Afters! We talk about all your regency favorites like Julia Quinn’s Bridgertons or Lisa Kleypas’ Ravenels, plus we dive deep into exciting new releases from rising stars like Scarlett Peckham, Cat Sebastian, and Evie Dunmore. We’ve got full book reviews AND fabulous interviews with bestselling authors in the genre like Kerrigan Byrne and Maya Rodale. Whether you’re looking for a book to add to your TBR pile or you’ve read our choice already, we’ve got a little something for everyone.

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On-dit 011: How to Tame a Wild Rogue

7/27/2023
Today Kelsey is sharing a review of Julie Anne Long's newest book How to Tame Wild Rogue. This is the newest installment of her Palace of Rogues series and it checks all the boxes of why we love JAL! Join us on Patreon at patreon.com/tnstrumpets! Subscribe to our email list to learn what we're reading next month, for fun extras, and more! Follow us on Instagram @tnstrumpets Follow us on Twitter @tnstrumpets Find us on Facebook facebook.com/tnstrumpets And subscribe to us on YouTube!

Duration:00:07:54

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129 - Hollywood Past and Present with Maureen Lee Lenker

7/20/2023
Join us as we get to know debut author Maureen Lee Lenker! Her debut novel, It Happened One Fight, officially came out on July 11th and it is everything you want a 1930s Hollywood Novel to be. Maureen and Kelsey dive deep into the archives as they talk about their favorite classic films, her journey to meeting some of the stars of Bridgerton, and her inspiration behind her Hollywood stars Joan and Dash. Pick up a copy of Maureen's book, It Happened One Night! Join us on Patreon at patreon.com/tnstrumpets! Subscribe to our email list to learn what we're reading next month, for fun extras, and more! Follow us on Instagram @tnstrumpets Follow us on Twitter @tnstrumpets Find us on Facebook facebook.com/tnstrumpets And subscribe to us on YouTube! And join us next time as we read You Were Made to be Mine by Julie Anne Long!

Duration:00:56:37

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On-dit 010: Capability Brown and the English Garden

7/17/2023
While discussing Darling Beast by Elizabeth Hoyt and the garden that our main character was restoring, Capability Brown's name came up! Today, here's a tidbit about him, his life, and his contribution to the landscapes of England. The sources for today's episode include: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/discover/history/people/who-was-lancelot-capability-brown https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capability_Brown https://www.architecturaldigest.com/story/capability-brown-landscape-design-england Join us on Patreon at patreon.com/tnstrumpets! Subscribe to our email list to learn what we're reading next month, for fun extras, and more! Follow us on Instagram @tnstrumpets Follow us on Twitter @tnstrumpets Find us on Facebook facebook.com/tnstrumpets And subscribe to us on YouTube! And join us next time for our discussion with Maureen Lee Lenker!

Duration:00:10:07

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128 - London Highwaymen 1 - The Queer Principles of Kit Webb

6/29/2023
A grumpy retired highway meets a happy, frivolous Lord. Except this needs the highwayman to help him commit a crime. Kit Webb left that life behind, but that doesn't mean he can't help Percy learn what he needs to do to pull off the heist. As criminal lessons commence can the two contain the simmering tension between them? We're feeling the sizzle with The Queer Principles of Kit Webb by Cat Sebastian. Pick up a copy of today's book, The Queer Principles of Kit Webb, by Cat Sebastian! Join us on Patreon at patreon.com/tnstrumpets! Subscribe to our email list to learn what we're reading next month, for fun extras, and more! Follow us on Instagram @tnstrumpets Follow us on Twitter @tnstrumpets Find us on Facebook facebook.com/tnstrumpets And subscribe to us on YouTube! And join us next time for our discussion with Maureen Lee Lenker!

Duration:00:34:04

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On-dit 009: Bingo!

6/22/2023
It's Kelsey's favorite time of year: The Ripped Bodice's Annual Summer Bingo! Join us on Patreon at patreon.com/tnstrumpets! Subscribe to our email list to learn what we're reading next month, for fun extras, and more! Follow us on Instagram @tnstrumpets Follow us on Twitter @tnstrumpets Find us on Facebook facebook.com/tnstrumpets And subscribe to us on YouTube! And join us next time as we read The Queer Principles of Kit Webb, by Cat Sebastian!

Duration:00:07:25

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127 - Something Spectacular

6/15/2023
Peggy has just convinced herself that she needs to find someone to love her as she is, when her former lover calls her back to London to ask a favor. Peggy is tasked with setting up her former lover with the new sensation in town, Orfeo. However, from the moment the two meet, the attraction is instantaneous. However, Orfeo has told Peggy that they only have room to love music. Despite knowing that their relationship has an end date, Peggy is determined to enjoy Orfeo for as long as possible. Yet as the two grow closer, they never could have imagined good-bye could be so hard. Join us as we read Something Spectacular by Alexis Hall! Pick up a copy of today's book, Something Spectacular by Alexis Hall! You can listen to the only recording of the last living Castrato (mentioned in the history fact) here! Join us on Patreon at patreon.com/tnstrumpets! Subscribe to our email list to learn what we're reading next month, for fun extras, and more! Follow us on Instagram @tnstrumpets Follow us on Twitter @tnstrumpets Find us on Facebook facebook.com/tnstrumpets And subscribe to us on YouTube! And join us next time as we read The Queer Principles of Kit Webb, by Cat Sebastian!

Duration:00:41:55

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On-dit 008: Put these on your TBR!

6/8/2023
Zoë was lucky enough to get a few ARCs (Advance Reader Copies) of some upcoming Historical Romances that she couldn't wait to share! The books shared from today's episode are: How to Tame a Wild Rogue by Julie Anne Long My Rogue to Ruin by Erica Ridley Third Degree Yearn by Laney Hatcher Join us on Patreon at patreon.com/tnstrumpets! Subscribe to our email list to learn what we're reading next month, for fun extras, and more! Follow us on Instagram @tnstrumpets Follow us on Twitter @tnstrumpets Find us on Facebook facebook.com/tnstrumpets And subscribe to us on YouTube! And join us next time as we read Something Spectacular by Alexis Hall!

Duration:00:09:51

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126 - The Scandalous, Dissolute, No-Good Mr. Wright

5/18/2023
This novella may have more letters in it's title than pages! Despite it's long name, this novella is a gem of a story that follows the meeting and eventual romance between Mr. Right and Miss Eliza Cade. They are kindred spirits who find themselves thrown together over the years and at each meeting grow closer. Join us as we read, The Scandalous, Dissolute, No Good Mr. Wright by Tessa Dare! Pick up a copy of today's book, The Scandalous, Dissolute, No Good Mr. Wright by Tessa Dare! If you'd like to listen to a certain segment of our show, here's our outline this week: 0:00 - 05:01: Intro, Author Fact 05:01 - 10:45: Synopsis 10:45 - 11:34: Parlour 11:34 - 31:56: General Discussion Join us on Patreon at patreon.com/tnstrumpets! Subscribe to our email list to learn what we're reading next month, for fun extras, and more! Follow us on Instagram @tnstrumpets Follow us on Twitter @tnstrumpets Find us on Facebook facebook.com/tnstrumpets And subscribe to us on YouTube! And join us next time as we read Something Spectacular by Alexis Hall!

Duration:00:31:57

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On-dit 007: The Best Books for a Newborn

5/11/2023
So there's a tiny human entering your orbit and you'd like to get them some books and/or read to them! Today, book lover and mother of two, Zoë, shares her top picks that are sure to instill a love of reading into any baby right from the start! The books shared from today's episode are: Global Babies by The Global Fund for Children Moo, Baa, La La La! by Sandra Boynton I Kissed the Baby by Mary Murphy Join us on Patreon at patreon.com/tnstrumpets! Subscribe to our email list to learn what we're reading next month, for fun extras, and more! Follow us on Instagram @tnstrumpets Follow us on Twitter @tnstrumpets Find us on Facebook facebook.com/tnstrumpets And subscribe to us on YouTube! And join us next time as we read The Scandalous, Dissolute, No Good Mr. Wright by Tessa Dare!

Duration:00:08:47

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125 - Maiden Lane 8 - Dearest Rogue

5/4/2023
Well, listeners, it finally happened to us! Kelsey accidentally recorded with the wrong mic, so while our audio isn't quite the quality you're used to, the content still is! James Trevellion has been Lady Phoebe Batten's bodyguard for almost a year. While his presence seemed just another way for her brother to limit her freedom, she reconsiders his usefulness after he thwarts a kidnapping attempt. While she admits she needs him to keep her safe, she cannot help but feel more interested in him as a man than a guard. James has admired Phoebe from the start but never dreamed she would return his feelings. Yet when Phoebe suddenly kisses him one night, he's faced with a choice: make it clear he is only her brother's employee or give in to his deeper feelings. We're back in Maiden Lane with Dearest Rogue by Elizabeth Hoyt. Pick up a copy of today's book, Dearest Rogue by Elizabeth Hoyt! If you'd like to listen to a certain segment of our show, here's our outline this week: 0:00 - 08:23: Intro, Author, and History Fact 08:23 - 14:55: Synopsis 14:55 - 16:22: Parlour 16:22 - 44:56: General Discussion Join us on Patreon at patreon.com/tnstrumpets! Subscribe to our email list to learn what we're reading next month, for fun extras, and more! Follow us on Instagram @tnstrumpets Follow us on Twitter @tnstrumpets Find us on Facebook facebook.com/tnstrumpets And subscribe to us on YouTube! And join us next time as we read The Scandalous, Dissolute, No Good Mr. Wright by Tessa Dare!

Duration:00:29:50

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On-dit 006: The Plus One by Mazey Eddings

4/27/2023
We do Regency Romance here but sometimes, a book is too good not to share. This is my review of Mazey Eddings's newest book, The Plus One. It's so good! Pick up any of Mazey's books, right here! Join us on Patreon at patreon.com/tnstrumpets! Subscribe to our email list to learn what we're reading next month, for fun extras, and more! Follow us on Instagram @tnstrumpets Follow us on Twitter @tnstrumpets Find us on Facebook facebook.com/tnstrumpets And subscribe to us on YouTube! And join us next time as we read Dearest Rogue by Elizabeth Hoyt!

Duration:00:11:12

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124 - Luna Sisters 1 - Ana María and the Fox

4/20/2023
Ana María has just arrived in England after being sent away by her parents in order to avoid being a pawn of the French during their occupation of Mexico. Gideon is an MP with rising political career. Although they know they should stay away from each other both Ana María and Gideon constantly find themselves thrown together. When the threat in Mexico reaches England, will Ana María be able to count on Gideon or will he pick his political career over her? This is Liana de la Rosa's newest novel, Ana María and the Fox! Pick up a copy of today's book, Ana María and the Fox by Liana de la Rosa! If you'd like to listen to a certain segment of our show, here's our outline this week: 0:00 - 08:23: Intro, Author, and History Fact 08:23 - 14:55: Synopsis 14:55 - 16:22: Parlour 16:22 - 44:56: General Discussion Join us on Patreon at patreon.com/tnstrumpets! Subscribe to our email list to learn what we're reading next month, for fun extras, and more! Follow us on Instagram @tnstrumpets Follow us on Twitter @tnstrumpets Find us on Facebook facebook.com/tnstrumpets And subscribe to us on YouTube! And join us next time as we read Dearest Rogue by Elizabeth Hoyt!

Duration:00:44:57

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On-dit 005: Georgian vs Regency vs Victorian

4/13/2023
Regency Romance is the term we hear the most, but what defines the Regency? Why is it called that? And what's the difference between Regency, Georgian, and Victorian? Zoë is here today with a brief, macro overview of these three eras, and a few romance book recommendations if you want to dip your toes into each! Thank you to the following sources, used to compile the information for today's on-dit: https://victorian-era.org/georgian-era-facts/comparison-of-georgian-era-and-victorian-era.html https://ellaquinnauthor.wordpress.com/2018/03/15/regency-trivia-regency-vs-victorian/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Regency_era#:~:text=The%20Regency%20Era%20is%20a,Act%20on%207%20June%201832. https://ironshepherdslivinghistory.co.uk/blog/posts/2019/ten-brilliant-victorian-inventions/ Join us on Patreon at patreon.com/tnstrumpets! Subscribe to our email list to learn what we're reading next month, for fun extras, and more! Follow us on Instagram @tnstrumpets Follow us on Twitter @tnstrumpets Find us on Facebook facebook.com/tnstrumpets And subscribe to us on YouTube! And join us next time as we read Ana María and the Fox by Liana de la Rosa!

Duration:00:13:04

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123 - Scoundrels 4 - The Last Hellion

4/6/2023
Vere Alwyn Mallory is the last of the Mallory Hellions and the last of the male heirs to the Dukedom of Ainswood. He has been on course of self-destruction but just when he's ready to give up or pull himself out, he meets Miss Lydia Grenville. Lydia is a well known journalist and has a reputations for being the woman every man wants to tame, but no one has yet to succeed. After their fist run-in lands him on his ass, Vere is unable to stay away from this she-dragon. Sparks fly as two these two passionate, reckless individuals collide. We are delighted to read patron choice, The Last Hellion by Loretta Chase. Pick up a copy of today's book, The Last Hellion by Loretta Chase! If you'd like to listen to a certain segment of our show, here's our outline this week: 0:00 - 09:11: Intro, Author, and History Fact 09:11 - 25:55: Synopsis 25:55 - 26:57: Parlour 26:57 - 57:06: General Discussion Join us on Patreon at patreon.com/tnstrumpets! Subscribe to our email list to learn what we're reading next month, for fun extras, and more! Follow us on Instagram @tnstrumpets Follow us on Twitter @tnstrumpets Find us on Facebook facebook.com/tnstrumpets And subscribe to us on YouTube! And join us next time as we read Ana María and the Fox by Liana de la Rosa!

Duration:00:56:58

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On-dit 004: Non-Regency Books I'm Impatiently Waiting For

3/30/2023
I went down the Booktok and Bookstagam rabbit hole last year. Now I'm in the middle of SO MANY SERIES! Here are the ones I need the next book for yesterday. Join us on Patreon at patreon.com/tnstrumpets! Subscribe to our email list to learn what we're reading next month, for fun extras, and more! Follow us on Instagram @tnstrumpets Follow us on Twitter @tnstrumpets Find us on Facebook facebook.com/tnstrumpets And subscribe to us on YouTube! And join us next time as we read The Last Hellion by Loretta Chase!

Duration:00:16:29

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122 - Maiden Lane 7 - Darling Beast

3/23/2023
First appearances can be deceiving. Although he appear mute and dumb, Lily Stump cannot help but feel the monster in the garden is anything but. Apollo is just trying to stay hidden when his life intersects with Lily Stump and the two cannot seem to stay away from each other. As the two grow closer, will the truth of Apollo's imprisonment drive them apart? Can Lily love a lord when her experience tells her to stay away? We'll find out in Maiden Lane 7, Darling Beast by Elizabeth Hoyt! Pick up a copy of today's book, Darling Beast by Elizabeth Hoyt! If you'd like to listen to a certain segment of our show, here's our outline this week: 0:00 - 06:35: Intro and History Fact 6:35 - 07:30: TW 07:30 - 18:57: Synopsis 18:57 - 21:02: Parlour 21:02 - 50:12: General Discussion Join us on Patreon at patreon.com/tnstrumpets! Subscribe to our email list to learn what we're reading next month, for fun extras, and more! Follow us on Instagram @tnstrumpets Follow us on Twitter @tnstrumpets Find us on Facebook facebook.com/tnstrumpets And subscribe to us on YouTube! And join us next time as we read The Last Hellion by Loretta Chase!

Duration:00:50:13

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On-dit 003: Meet Me in the Aviary!

3/16/2023
Parrots, swans, and chickens, oh my! Zoë shares three of her favorite Regency Romances that feature avian meet-cutes. Pick up any of the books from today's podcast: Get Thee off my Lawn by Daria Vernon Hen Fever by Olivia Waite The Wallflower Wager by Tessa Dare Zoe also mentioned a documentary you can watch on Prime called Chicken People. Join us on Patreon at patreon.com/tnstrumpets! Subscribe to our email list to learn what we're reading next month, for fun extras, and more! Follow us on Instagram @tnstrumpets Follow us on Twitter @tnstrumpets Find us on Facebook facebook.com/tnstrumpets And subscribe to us on YouTube!

Duration:00:07:32

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121 - Maiden Lane 6 - Duke of Midnight

3/9/2023
Maximus Batten, Duke of Wakefield, needs to be the perfect duke. He is haunted by the murder of his parents and feels he owes it to the dukedom to do everything just so while searching for their murderer as the Ghost of St. Giles. Artemis Greaves, while born the granddaughter of an Earl, is not a suitable bride. Her father was mad and her brother is currently in Bedlam for murder. Yet Maximus is drawn to Artemis like no other and soon passion cannot be ignored. Please join just as we read Duke of Midnight by Elizabeth Hoyt. This will be our sixth Maiden Lane adventure! Pick up a copy of today's book, Duke of Midnight by Elizabeth Hoyt! If you'd like to listen to a certain segment of our show, here's our outline this week: 0:00 - 07:52: Intro and History Fact 07:52 - 18:04: Synopsis 18:04 - 20:25: Parlour 20:25 - 42:309: General Discussion Join us on Patreon at patreon.com/tnstrumpets! Subscribe to our email list to learn what we're reading next month, for fun extras, and more! Follow us on Instagram @tnstrumpets Follow us on Twitter @tnstrumpets Find us on Facebook facebook.com/tnstrumpets And subscribe to us on YouTube!

Duration:00:42:30

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On-dit 002: Kelsey's Pitch for Jade Lee

3/2/2023
In this week's on-dit, Kelsey shares her love of many things Jade Lee. Pick up a Jade Lee title at IndieBound.org or through Amazon and support the show at the same time! Join us on Patreon at patreon.com/tnstrumpets! Subscribe to our email list to learn what we're reading next month, for fun extras, and more! Follow us on Instagram @tnstrumpets Follow us on Twitter @tnstrumpets Find us on Facebook facebook.com/tnstrumpets And subscribe to us on YouTube!

Duration:00:13:27

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120 - Once Upon a Dukedom 1 - Scoundrel of My Heart

2/23/2023
Griffith Stanwick, the second son of a duke, has never much been noticed by his family as anything more than a spare. They turn a blind eye at his rakish ways and have no expectations for him whatsoever. Lady Kathryn Lambert must marry a titled peer to gain her inheritance, but her heart has always tugged her toward her friend's older brother. Nothing is easy though as these two have to fight off thugs, charges of treason, and a Duke's proposal to find their happily ever after! Pick up a copy of the book we read this week, Scoundrel of my Heart by Lorraine Heath. If you'd like to listen to a certain segment of our show, here's our outline this week: 0:00 - 10:05: Intro and History Fact 10:05 - 21:06: Synopsis 21:06 - 22:16: Parlour 22:16 - 55:19: General Discussion Thank you so much to our patron Sindhu for choosing today's book! Join us on Patreon at patreon.com/tnstrumpets! Subscribe to our email list to learn what we're reading next month, for fun extras, and more! Follow us on Instagram @tnstrumpets Follow us on Twitter @tnstrumpets Find us on Facebook facebook.com/tnstrumpets And subscribe to us on YouTube! And join us next time as we read Duke of Midnight by Elizabeth Hoyt!

Duration:00:55:20