Tropes: Book Podcast

Tropes: Book Podcast

Join Amber and Danielle, two millennial moms, never without their kindles, dive into the world of books and beyond. Each week, they share their favorite reads, chat about book-to-screen adaptations, and swap stories from their busy lives. Grab a crispy McD’s Coke and join them for the chaotic conversations.

Episodes

July 22, 2025 23 mins

🎙️ Episode Title: “Last Christmas & Love Triangles: Belly’s Big Decision” 🔁 The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 3, Episode 2 Recap

In this episode, your favorite mom duo breaks down The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 3, Episode 2 — and trust us, it’s drama central. From Belly’s emotional fallout with Jeremiah to the return of Conrad Christmas flashbacks, we’re unpacking every heartbreak, love triangle twist, and THAT surprise pr...

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It’s finally here! The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 3 has arrived, and your favorite moms are kicking off the season with a deep dive into Episode 1 — through our full-on Team Conrad lens. In this episode of the Tropes Book Podcast, we unpack every romantic moment, Jellyfish drama, and YA trope that has us swooning (and maybe yelling at the screen).

Whether you're a longtime fan of the books or just obsessed with the show, this sp...

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We're back! After a whirlwind year of motherhood, life changes, and—of course—lots of reading, we're recapping everything in this special episode of the.newly rebranded Tropes Podcast. Tune in as we catch up on our biggest life moments from the past year, share our 2024 reading recap, and highlight our favorite five-star books from the first half of 2025.

Whether you're a busy mom looking for your next great read, or just here for ...

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August 19, 2024 41 mins

Amber and Danielle LIVE LAUGH LOVE Play Along by Liz Tomforde. Spoilers abound and maybe don't listen to this with your kids around. 

 

August Book Club Pick: Weddings, Revenge, & Fake Dating by Rebel Warren on Kindle Unlimited

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August 9, 2024 100 mins
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For the month of June, Amber and Danielle read CW Farnsworth's: Come Break My Heart Again! This is not kid-friendly, not car friendly etc episode due to the content of this book. 

Danielle's Rating: 5 Stars

Amber's Rating: 5 Stars

 

July Book: Play Along by: Liz Tomforde

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July 23, 2024 57 mins
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July 16, 2024 74 mins
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For the month of April, Amber and Danielle read the newest Lyla Sage book: Swift and Saddled! This is not kid-friendly, not car friendly etc episode due to the content of this book. 

Danielle's Rating: 5 Stars

Amber's Rating: 4 Stars

 

July Book: Play Along by: Liz Tomforde

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July 2, 2024 60 mins
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April 23, 2024 39 mins

For the month of March, Amber and Danielle swapped one of their favorite books and today are sharing their thoughts on Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros! This is not kid-friendly, not car friendly etc episode due to the content of this book. 

Danielle's Rating: 5 Stars

Amber's Rating: 5 Stars

 

April Book: Swift and Saddled by Lyla Sage

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April 16, 2024 31 mins

For the month of March, Amber and Danielle swapped one of their favorite books and today  are sharing their thoughts on Cursed Beasts by the lovely Mandy Muse! This is not kid-friendly, not car friendly etc episode due to the content of this book. 

Danielle's Rating: 4.5 Stars

Amber's Rating: 5 Stars

 

April Book: Swift and Saddled by Lyla Sage

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April 9, 2024 85 mins

Amber and Danielle are breaking down their March reading with their favorite reads, ARCs update for the month, New Releases and so much more. 

Danielle's Books Mentioned:

Empire of Storms + Tower of Dawn by: Sarah J. Maas

Swift and Saddled by: Lyla Sage

A Love Song for Ricki Wilde by: Tia Williams

This Could Be Us by: Kennedy Ryan

 

Amber's Books Mentioned:

•Crossed Checked by Madi Danielle (ARC) •A Journey Spared by Alexandra Grac...

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Amber and Danielle are sharing their thoughts on A Love Letter to Whiskey. It gets chaotic. This is not kid-friendly, not car friendly etc episode due to the content of this book. 

Danielle's Rating: 3 Stars

Amber's Rating: 4 Stars

 

March Books: Fourth Wing by: Rebecca Yarros and Cursed Beasts by: Mandy Muse

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March 5, 2024 70 mins

Amber and Danielle are breaking down their February reading with their favorite reads, ARCs update for the month, New Releases and so much more. 

Danielle's Books Mentioned:

Magnolia Parks Into the Dark by: Jessa Hastings

Throne of Glass Series by: Sarah J. Maas

Bride by: Ali Hazelwood

A Winter in New York by: Josie Silver

 

Amber's Books Mentioned: Amber’s Books Mentioned: • First Lie Wins: Ashley Elston  • Until I Get You: Claire...

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February 22, 2024 46 mins

Amber and Danielle are switching it up with Pucking Around by Emily Rath instead of Ricochet by Krista and Becca Ritchie (2nd book in the Addicted/Calloway Sisters series). This is not kid-friendly, not car friendly etc episode due to the content of this book. We review this why choose hockey romance. 

Danielle's Rating: 3 Stars

Amber's Rating: 4 Stars

 

February Book: A Love Letter to Whiskey by: Kandi Steiner

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February 6, 2024 86 mins

Amber and Danielle are breaking down their January reading with their favorite reads, ARCs update for the month, and so much more. 

Danielle's Books Mentioned:

Forget Me Not by: Julie Soto

Throne of Glass Series by: Sarah J. Maas

The Nightingale by: Kristin Hannah

The Improbable Meet Cute Series on Amazon Original (KU)

 

Amber's November Books Mentioned: Her Beasts by: Mandy Muse (ARC) Enchanted Ventures by: AK Landow (ARC) Sticks ...

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January 22, 2024 39 mins

Amber and Danielle are closing up the Christmas season with their recap of Big Nick Energy by the queen of Christmas romcoms: Morgan Elizabeth! Spoilers abound and maybe don't listen to this with your kids around. 

 

January Book Club Pick: Ricochet by Krista and Becca Ritchie (2nd book in the Addicted/Calloway Sisters series)

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January 16, 2024 60 mins

Amber and Danielle are breaking down their 2023 Year in Reading with their favorite reads, goals for 2024, and most anticipated reads.

Amber's Top 2023 Reads:

•Cursed Beasts/Tortured Beasts by Mandy Muse

•American King by Sierra Simone

•The Right Move by Liz Tomforde

•The Things We Leave Unfinsihed by Rebecca Yarros

•The Sinner by Shantel Tessier

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January 9, 2024 53 mins

Amber and Danielle are breaking down their November/December reading with their favorite reads, ARCs update for the month, and so much more. The girls catch up on how their holiday break went and what to expect in new episodes!

Danielle's Books Mentioned:

Iron Flame by: Rebecca Yarros

Powerless by: Lauren Roberts

Daisy Haites: The Great Undoing by: Jessa Hastings

Ruthless Vows by: Rebecca Ross

Once Upon a Broken Heart Series by: St...

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