Ready to Be Romanced: A Romance Novel Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

In chapter 40, Torry (she/her) and Haley Strong (she/her) from RHAP: We Know The Bachelor discuss what Omegaverse books are (11:10) and then recap Bride by Ali Hazelwood (17:23). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:19:43). Finally, they answer questions submitted by the listeners (1:33:00).

Spoiler Warning: This episode contains spoilers for the book: Bride. 

Haley’s Previous Appearances

• Bridgerton Season 3, Part 2 Review

• Romancing Mr. Bridgerton by Julia Quinn (and Bridgerton Season 3, Part 1 Review)

• The Viscount Who Loved Me by Julia Quinn (and Bridgerton Season 2 Review)

• The Duke and I by Julia Quinn (and Bridgerton Season 1 Review)

• Patreon 45: The 1989 World Tour Guest List

• Episode 138: Petty about the Barbie Trailer, ‘Til Death Do Us Part, and Bravo Binges

• Episode 88: Petty about Bachelor Nation News and and the Bennifer Engagement

Leave a voicemail question or comment for Torry to include in a future episode. Suggest a book here.

Upcoming Episodes:

• January 15: Fourth Wing Bonus Chapter 27 by Rebecca Yarros

• January 29: The QB Bad Boy and Me by Tay Marley

Follow Torry on Instagram, Twitter, Letterboxd, and GoodReads. Check out Torry’s pop culture podcast: Ready to Be Petty. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you.

Music by Simon Tebbenham.

In chapter 39, Torry (she/her) and Julie from You + Me & Chisme recap A Cuban Girl’s Guide to Tea and Tomorrow by Laura Taylor Namely (5:26). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:10:03).

Spoiler Warning: While we explore A Cuban Girl’s Guide to Tea and Tomorrow in detail, rest assured that there won't be any spoilers in the episode beyond this book.

Listen to Torry discuss My December Darling by Lauren Asher on Boobies & Noobies: A Romance Review Podcast.

Leave a voicemail question or comment for Torry to include in a future episode. Suggest a book here.

Upcoming Episodes:

• January 1: Bride by Ali Hazelwood

• January 15: Fourth Wing Bonus Chapter 27 by Rebecca Yarros

• January 29: The QB Bad Boy and Me by Tay Marley

Follow Torry on Instagram, Twitter, Letterboxd, and GoodReads. Check out Torry’s pop culture podcast: Ready to Be Petty. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you.

Music by Simon Tebbenham.

In chapter 30, Torry (she/her) and Megan (she/her) recap A Court of Silver Flames by Sarah J. Maas (chapters 37-80, 5:13). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:12:18). Finally, Torry shares the most famous quote from ACOSF (1:18:16). Spoiler Warning: This episode contains spoilers for the book: A Court of Silver Flames. Megan’s Previous RTBR Appearances A Court of Silver Flames (Chapters 1-36) by Sarah J. Maas A Court of Frost and Starlight by Sarah J. Maas A Court of Wings and Ruin by Sarah J. Maas Twilight by Stephenie Meyer A Court of Mist and Fury (Part 3) by Sarah J. Maas A Court of Mist and Fury (Parts 1 and 2) by Sarah J. Maas A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas Leave a voicemail question or comment for Torry to include in a future episode. Suggest a book here. Upcoming Episodes: September 11: Tell Me Lies by Carola Lovering September 25: My Lady Jane by Cynthia Hand October 9: Done and Dusted by Lyla Sage Follow Torry on Instagram, Twitter, Letterboxd, and GoodReads. Check out Torry’s pop culture podcast: Ready to Be Petty. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you. Music by Simon Tebbenham.

In chapter 29, Torry (she/her) and Kat (she/her) recap Part of Your World by Abby Jimenez (7:13). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:22:43). Content Warning: Discussion about abusive relationships and domestic violence throughout the episode. Take care! For help, information, or advice, check out the domestic violence hotlines and services in Canada and the USA. Spoiler Warning: While we explore Part of Your World in detail, rest assured that there won't be any spoilers in the episode beyond this book. Listen to Torry discuss Ready to Be Romanced on What to Read Next. Leave a voicemail question or comment for Torry to include in a future episode. Suggest a book here. Upcoming Episodes: September 4: A Court of Silver Flames (Chapters 37-80) by Sarah J. Maas September 11: Tell Me Lies by Carola Lovering September 25: My Lady Jane by Cynthia Hand Follow Torry on Instagram, Twitter, Letterboxd, and GoodReads. Check out Torry’s pop culture podcast: Ready to Be Petty. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you. Music by Simon Tebbenham.

In chapter 28, Torry (she/her) and Megan (she/her) recap A Court of Silver Flames by Sarah J. Maas (chapters 1-36, 8:15). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:09:15). Spoiler Warning: This episode contains spoilers for the book: A Court of Silver Flames.  Megan’s Previous RTBR Appearances A Court of Frost and Starlight by Sarah J. Maas A Court of Wings and Ruin by Sarah J. Maas Twilight by Stephenie Meyer A Court of Mist and Fury (Part 3) by Sarah J. Maas A Court of Mist and Fury (Parts 1 and 2) by Sarah J. Maas A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas Leave a voicemail question or comment for Torry to include in a future episode. Suggest a book here. Upcoming Episodes: August: A Court of Silver Flames (Chapters 37-80) August 28: Part of Your World by Abby Jimenez September 11: Tell Me Lies by Carola Lovering Follow Torry on Instagram, Twitter, Letterboxd, and GoodReads. Check out Torry’s pop culture podcast: Ready to Be Petty. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you. Music by Simon Tebbenham.

In chapter 27, Torry (she/her) and Alexandria from Pessimism at Its Finest recap Forget Me Not by Julie Soto (5:03). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:30:36). Spoiler Warning: This episode contains spoilers for the book: Forget Me Not.  Alexandria’s Previous Appearances Episode 164: Petty about the Barbie Oscars Snub, Justin Timberlake's Selfish, and Bradley Cooper and Gigi Hadid's Hard Launch Episode 122: Petty about Jessie James Decker, Harry and Meghan, and the GMA Cheating Scandal Leave a voicemail question or comment for Torry to include in a future episode. Suggest a book here. Upcoming Episodes: August 14: A Court of Silver Flames by Sarah J. Maas Follow Torry on Instagram, Twitter, Letterboxd, and GoodReads. Check out Torry’s pop culture podcast: Ready to Be Petty. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you. Music by Simon Tebbenham.

In chapter 26, Torry (she/her) and Cam Gray (she/her) from what i will say and Stay At Home Girlfriends recap Red, White, & Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston (5:40). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:03:39). Next they discuss the movie adaptation (1:08:57). Then, Torry and Cam get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop for the movie (1:17:51). Finally, they answer questions submitted by the listeners (1:29:02). Spoiler Warning: This episode contains spoilers for the book: Red, White, & Royal Blue.  Cam’s Previous Appearances Patreon Bonus: Trending Topics with Cam (May 11, 2024) Patreon Bonus: Trending Topics with Cam (February 1, 2024) Patreon 57: Ranking Fandom Names (Part 1) Patreon Bonus: Catching Kelce Recap Patreon 49: Kim vs Kanye: The Divorce Patreon 33: The NYC Trip (Unedited and Uncut) Patreon 10: Celebrity Religions Patreon 7: Taylor Swift’s Pettiest Moments Episode 107: Taylor’s Jet, Celebs Coming Out, and the Dougherty Dozen Leave a voicemail question or comment for Torry to include in a future episode. Suggest a book here. Follow Torry on Instagram, Twitter, Letterboxd, and GoodReads. Check out Torry’s pop culture podcast: Ready to Be Petty. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you. Music by Simon Tebbenham.

In chapter 25, Torry (she/her), Haley Strong (she/her) from the Bachelor RHAP-ups and Beyond Top Chef All Stars RHAP-up, and Angela Bloom (she/her) discuss Bridgerton season 3, part 2 (3:33). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:03:29). Spoiler Warning: This episode contains spoilers for the first four Bridgerton books.  Haley’s Previous Appearances Romancing Mr. Bridgerton by Julia Quinn (and Bridgerton Season 3, Part 1 Review) The Viscount Who Loved Me by Julia Quinn (and Bridgerton Season 2 Review) The Duke and I by Julia Quinn (and Bridgerton Season 1 Review) Patreon 45: The 1989 World Tour Guest List Episode 138: Petty about the Barbie Trailer, ‘Til Death Do Us Part, and Bravo Binges Episode 88: Petty about Bachelor Nation News and and the Bennifer Engagement Angela’s Previous RTBR Appearances Romancing Mr. Bridgerton by Julia Quinn (and Bridgerton Season 3, Part 1 Review) Leave a voicemail question or comment for Torry to include in a future episode. Suggest a book here. Upcoming Episodes: July 3: Red, White, & Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston Follow Torry on Instagram, Twitter, Letterboxd, and GoodReads. Check out Torry’s pop culture podcast: Ready to Be Petty. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you. Music by Simon Tebbenham.

In chapter 24, Torry (she/her), Mo (she/her), and Christina (she/her) from Movies That Raised Us recap To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before by Jenny Han (7:48). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:18:40). Next they discuss the movie adaptation (1:33:22). Finally, they answer questions submitted by the listeners (1:44:49). Content Warning: Brief mention of parental loss throughout the episode. Take care! Spoiler Warning: While we explore To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before in detail, rest assured that there won't be any spoilers in the episode beyond this book.  Mo and Christina’s Previous Appearances Episode 140: Petty about The Met Gala, Sydney Sweeney & Glen Powell, and Sofia Richie’s Wedding Episode 64: Petty about Sex/Life (Season 1) Check out the To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before Part 1 and Part 2 and P.S. I Still Love You episodes on Movies That Raised Us mentioned in the episode. Leave a voicemail question or comment for Torry to include in a future episode. Suggest a book here. Upcoming Episodes: June 18: Bridgerton Season 3, Part 2 June 20: Red, White, and Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston June 26: Forget Me Not by Julie Soto Follow Torry on Instagram, Twitter, Letterboxd, and GoodReads. Check out Torry’s pop culture podcast: Ready to Be Petty. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you. Music by Simon Tebbenham.

In chapter 23, Torry (she/her) and Mason (he/him) recap the Fourth Wing bonus chapters 9 and 16 by Rebecca Yarros (5:10). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, and Gripes and Grumbles (29:40). Finally, they discuss some Instagram poll answers from the RTBR community and answer questions submitted by the listeners (37:39). Spoiler Warning: This episode contains spoilers for the entire Empyrean series.  Mason’s Previous Appearances Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros Bonus 1: The Bachelorette Season 15 Premiere Recap Check out the bonus chapters on Rebecca’s website mentioned in the episode. Leave a voicemail question or comment for Torry to include in a future episode. Suggest a book here. Upcoming Episodes: June 12: To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before by Jenny Han June 18: Bridgerton Season 3, Part 2 June 20: Red, White, and Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston This episode features a promo from BiblioLifestyle’s 2024 Summer Reading Guide. Follow Torry on Instagram, Twitter, Letterboxd, and GoodReads. Check out Torry’s pop culture podcast: Ready to Be Petty. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you. Music by Simon Tebbenham.