Ready to Be Romanced: A Romance Novel Podcast
Welcome to Ready to be Romanced! Host Torry, from the sassy pop culture hit Ready to be Petty: A Pop Culture Podcast brings her signature wit to discuss and dissect the latest romance novels including: reviews, recaps, and #BookTok trends. Whether you’re a die-hard romance novel enthusiast or a casual reader looking for your next escape, Ready to be Romanced is the podcast that will keep you entertained, informed, and laughing out loud!
Episodes
In chapter 19, Torry (she/her) and Shannon McNamara (she/her) from FluentlyForward recap Priest by Sierra Simone (9:20). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (52:39). Finally, they answer questions submitted by the listeners (59:43).
Content Warning: Discussion about a previous suicide of a family member, rough sex, and the church’s history and ongoing sexual abuse throughou...
In chapter 18, Torry (she/her) and Deniz Kofteci (she/her) discuss age gap romances (5:53) and then recap The Idea of You by Robinne Lee (14:51). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:13:56). They answer questions submitted by the listeners (1:28:11). Next they discuss the movie adaptation, The Idea of You (1:35:05). Finally, Torry and Deniz get into their Internet Investi...
In chapter 17, Torry (she/her) and Skye Warren (she/her), author of The Professor and host of Storytime with Skye, recap Need Me by Tessa Bailey (19:32). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (58:51).
Content Warning: Discussion about a professor/student relationship throughout the episode. Take care!
Spoiler Warning: While we explore Need Me in detail, rest assured that ther...
In chapter 16, Torry (she/her) and Becky Feldman (she/her) from Too Stupid To Live: Romance Reviews $5 and Under recap The Unhoneymooners by Christina Lauren (11:09). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:10:28).
Content Warning: Discussion about sexual assault survivors between 56:17-1:02:22. Take care!
Spoiler Warning: While we explore The Unhoneymooners in detail, rest ...
In chapter 15, Torry (she/her) and Kirsten MacInnis (she/her) from Mess Magnets and Hot Dummies on Islands recap Book Lovers by Emily Henry (8:36). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:09:48). Finally, they answer questions submitted by the listeners (1:25:27).
Content Warning: Brief discussion about death of a parent throughout the episode. Take care!
Spoiler Warning: Th...
In chapter 14, Torry (she/her) and Kelly Reynolds (she/her), author and host of Boobies & Noobies, recap The Fine Print by Lauren Asher (8:59). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (51:09).
Spoiler Warning: While we explore The Fine Print in detail, rest assured that there won't be any spoilers in the episode beyond this book.
Kelly’s Previous RTBR Appearances
In chapter 13, Torry (she/her) and Megan (she/her) recap A Court of Frost and Starlight by Sarah J. Maas (5:05). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:05:48).
Spoiler Warning: While we explore A Court of Frost and Starlight in detail, rest assured that there won't be any spoilers in the episode beyond this book.
Megan’s Previous RTBR Appearances
In chapter 12, Torry (she/her) and Megan (she/her) recap A Court of Wings and Ruin by Sarah J. Maas (5:36). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:20:18). Finally, they answer questions submitted by the listeners (1:47:36).
Spoiler Warning: While we explore A Court of Wings and Ruin in detail, rest assured that there won't be any spoilers in the episode beyond this book.
M...
In chapter 11, Torry (she/her) and Haley Strong (she/her) from the Bachelor RHAP-ups and Beyond Top Chef All Stars RHAP-up recap The Viscount Who Loved Me by Julia Quinn (4:03). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:07:52).
Next they discuss season 2 of Bridgerton (1:16:14). Finally, Torry and Haley get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles...
In chapter 10, Torry (she/her) and Mariah Burchell (she/her), a photographer and author in the making, recap Things We Never Got Over by Lucy Score (5:24). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:27:05).
Content Warning: Brief discussion about domestic violence, child neglect, gun/physical violence throughout the episode.Take care!
Spoiler Warning: While we explore Things We...
In chapter 9, Torry (she/her) and Melody (she/her) recap Love, Theoretically by Ali Hazelwood (2:16). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (59:20).
Spoiler Warning: This episode contains spoilers for the book Love, Theoretically.
Leave a voicemail question or comment for Torry to include in a future episode. Suggest a book here.
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In chapter 8, Torry (she/her) and Mason (he/him) recap Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros (3:00). Then get into their Internet Investigation (including the unhinged theory), Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:28:17). Finally, they answer questions submitted by the listeners (1:51:17).
Content Warning: Discussion about violence throughout the episode. Take care!
Spoiler Warning: While we explore Fourth Wing in detail, ...
In chapter 7, Torry (she/her), Megan (she/her), and Jenna Vesper (she/her) from Super Massive Twilight Hole discuss their relationship with Twilight by Stephenie Meyer (2:38) and recap the book (18:35). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:25:11). Finally, they answer questions submitted by the listeners (1:49:29).
Content Warning: Discussion about toxic relationships thr...
In chapter 6, Torry (she/her) and Hannah Brown (she/her) of YOU KNOW YOU LOVE US: A GOSSIP GIRL PODCAST recap People We Meet on Vacation by Emily Henry (9:51). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (49:11). Finally, they answer questions submitted by the listeners (1:05:47).
Spoiler Warning: This episode contains spoilers for the book: People We Meet on Vacation.
Hannah’s Pre...
In chapter 5, Torry (she/her) and Haley Strong (she/her) from the Bachelor RHAP-ups recap, The Duke and I by Julia Quinn (14:24). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:07:51).
Next they discuss season 1 of Bridgerton (1:13:09). Finally, Torry and Haley get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:36:15) of the tv show.
Conte...
In chapter 4, Torry (she/her) and Megan (she/her) recap, A Court of Mist and Fury (Part 3) (6:09). Next, they get into their top cringey moments and best romance quotes from the book (1:10:09). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:30:18).
Content Warning: Discussion about violence throughout the episode. Take care!
Spoiler Warning: While we explore A Court of Mist and Fur...
In chapter 3, Torry (she/her) and Megan (she/her) recap A Court of Mist and Fury (Parts 1 and 2) by Sarah J. Maas (4:14).
The episode covering Part 3 is out now!
Spoiler Warning: While we explore A Court of Mist and Fury in detail, rest assured that there won't be any spoilers in the episode beyond this book.
Check out the ACOMAF playlist mentioned in the episode.
Megan’s Previous RTBR Appearances
In this bonus episode, Torry (she/her) and Bethanne Patrick of Missing Pages discuss the impact of Booktok on the publishing industry and readers’ buying habits (4:18). Next they discuss the rise of Colleen Hoover (and her controversies) and the impact social media has had on her career (21:41).
Content Warning: Discussion about abusive relationships at 21:41. Take care!
Check out Bethanne’s Booktok article on Lithub and her podcas...
In chapter 2, Torry (she/her) and Jenn (she/her) recap, My Life with the Walter Boys by Ali Novak (6:12). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:09:16).
Next they discuss season 1 of My Life with the Walter Boys (1:17:41). Finally, Torry and Jenn get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop about the tv show (1:43:40).
Spoiler W...
In chapter 1, Torry (she/her) and Megan (she/her) recap A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas (15:48). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:55:37).
Content Warning: Discussion of violence throughout the episode. Take care!
Spoiler Warning: While we explore A Court of Thorns and Roses in detail, rest assured that there won't be any spoilers in the episode beyond thi...
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