Books I Make My Husband Read
Join us for a hilarious and heartfelt journey as one book-loving wife curates an unexpected reading list for her husband. With each episode, dive into lively discussions, humorous debates, and surprising insights on the books she just has to make him read. It’s a book club with a twist—and you’re invited!
Episodes
We’re recapping season four—breaking down the books we read, the films we watched, and the moments that surprised us most along the way. From unexpected favorites to heated takes, we’re looking back at what stuck with us (and what definitely didn’t).
Chapters
- (00:00) - - Intro
- (02:09) - - The one with such diversity
- (03:21) - - The one that hit hardest
- (08:21) - - The one that'll get more husbands to read
- (12:45)...
For our season finale, we discuss Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir. Join us as we dive into Ryland Grace’s journey, the science that makes the story so compelling, and the unexpected emotional core of the book. We also compare the novel to the film adaptation and discuss whether the movie captured the humor, heart, and friendship that made the story so memorable.
Links
- Official author website: (https://andyweirauthor.com/)...
In this episode, we discuss Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens. Specifically, Kya’s journey of survival and isolation, the novel’s exploration of loneliness and belonging, and how the story translates from page to screen in the film adaptation.
Links
- Official author website: (https://www.deliaowens.com/)
- Where the Crawdads Sing: (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/36809135-where-the-crawdads-sing)
- Delia Owens on Good...
For episode five, Kristy throws Jon a classic, The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald. And as a bonus this season, we'll also be discussing the 2013 film adaptation. We explore the novel’s themes of wealth, ambition, and the American Dream, talk through its major symbols, and compare how the story translates from page to screen.
Links
- The Great Gatsby on Goodreads: (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/41733839-the-great...
In episode four, we analyze Regretting You by Colleen Hoover — discussing both the book and its film adaptation. We talk about the mother-daughter dynamic at the heart of the story, the twists that reshape everything, and how the themes of grief, secrets, and second chances land differently on the page versus on screen. We also get into what worked for us, what didn’t, and whether the adaptation captured the emotional core...
In this episode, we’re talking People We Meet on Vacation by Emily Henry — the book and its film adaptation. We get into the friends-to-lovers slow burn, the years of miscommunication, and how nostalgia and timing shape Poppy and Alex’s relationship. We also debate whether this story works better on the page or on screen and how the adaptation handles the emotional buildup.
Links
- Official author website: (https://www.emi...
In this episode, we sift through a classic: Stephen King’s Rita Hayworth and Shawshank Redemption—yes that movie. We talk about what makes this story so enduring, the unforgettable characters, and what it means to stay human in a place designed to break you.
Links
- Official author website: (https://stephenking.com/)
- Rita Hayworth and Shawshank Redemption: (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/39664.Rita_Hayworth_and_Shawsha...
Kicking off season four is The Housemaid — and its brand-new film adaptation. We revisit Millie’s tense, twisted experience working inside the Winchesters’ home before unpacking how the movie brings that psychological tension to the screen. We compare what worked (and what didn’t), talk casting and those jaw-dropping twists, and debate whether the book or the film tells this story best.
Links
- Official author website: (ht...
A full season of reading, chaos, arguments, hot takes, and two author interviews—all wrapped in one recap episode. We’re looking back, calling ourselves out, and gearing up for Season Four.
Chapters
- (02:27) - Favorite book of the season
- (04:39) - Least favorite book
- (06:05) - Most unexpected
- (07:55) - Favorite characters
- (10:51) - Who'd you actively avoid?
- (13:07) - The one Jon secretly liked more than he admitte...
In this episode, we dive into My Friends by Fredrik Backman—a deeply human story about connection and the messy devotion that holds friendships together. We talk about friendships as a lifeline, the way humor softens heartbreak, and why these characters feel so lived-in. Listen for the themes that hit hardest and if we recommend adding this to your TBR.
Links
- My Friends:(https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/217163697-my-f...
In this episode, we dissect The Love Hypothesis by Ali Hazelwood—the STEM rom-com packed with fake dating and grumpy/sunshine chemistry. We talk about what felt rom-com convenient, power dynamics inside academia, and whether the resolution sticks the landing—professionally and romantically. Join us for our favorite laugh-out-loud moments!
Links
- Official author website: (https://alihazelwood.com/)
- The Love Hypothesis: (htt...
In this episode, author Paige Harbison joins us to unpack The Other Side of Now—a grief-tinged “what if” that drops a woman into an alternate version of her life. We talk about how loss reshapes identity, the fault lines in friendships when reality shifts, and why the book’s timeline jump works without leaning heavy into sci-fi.
Links
- Official author website: (https://www.paigeharbison.com/)
- The Other Side of Now: (https:...
For this episode, Kristy made Jon read Not Quite Dead Yet by Holly Jackson—a thriller where a 27-year-old, given one week to live after a Halloween attack, decides to investigate her own impending murder. We talk about the impending tension and who to trust when everyone’s a suspect. Listen for our takes on character choices, twists, and whether the premise sticks the landing.
Links
- Not Quite Dead Yet (https://www.goodre...
In this episode, we discuss Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea by Jessica Guerrieri, joined by the author herself. It’s a powerful story of motherhood, identity, and the phantom life that lingers in the background. We unpack the choices, struggles, and regrets that make Leah O’Connor’s journey unforgettable.
Links
- Official author website: (https://www.jessicaguerrieri.net/)
- Book on Goodreads: (https://www.goodreads....
Kristy and Jon dive into Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid, a sweeping novel set in NASA’s 1980s shuttle program. They unpack Joan Goodwin’s path from professor to astronaut, the heartbreaking tension of mission STS-LR9, and the slow-burn love story that had them publicly sobbing by the pool. With laughs, tears, and plenty of side-eye for Barbara, they explore ambition, sacrifice, and what it means to find love among the s...
We’re back in the world of Basgiath—and things are darker, deadlier, and dragon-ier than ever. In this episode, we dive into Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros to unpack the twists, the trauma, and THAT final reveal. Violet’s world is crumbling and Xaden’s fate hangs in the balance. So. Many. Thoughts.
Links
- Official author website (https://rebeccayarros.com/)
- Onyx Storm on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2094394...
In this episode, we discuss The Love Haters by Katherine Center, a witty, heart-filled rom-com where a jaded producer meets her match in a real-life hero. We discuss the importance of self-love, sibling rivalries, and why George Bailey is a great name for a dog.
Links
- Official author website (https://katherinecenter.com/)
- The Love Haters on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/217387810-the-love-haters)
- Katherine...
In this episode, we dive into Great Big Beautiful Life by Emily Henry—a genre-bending story of rival writers, buried secrets, and one enigmatic woman at the center of it all. We unpack parental expectations, weird endings, and why being 5'7" is apparently a plot point.
Links
- Official author website (https://www.emilyhenrybooks.com/)
- Great Big Beautiful Life (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/218559595-great-big-beautifu...
In this week’s episode, we’re talking The Trade Off by Samantha Greene Woodruff—a sharp, fast-paced historical fiction set in 1920s New York. Join us as we dig into ambition, gender roles, market chaos, and what it means to be the smartest (and most ignored) person in the room.
Links
- Official author website (https://www.samanthawoodruff.com/)
- The Trade Off (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/207644520-the-trade-off)
- Saman...
In this episode, we dive into Say You’ll Remember Me by Abby Jimenez—a heartfelt, emotionally layered romance that’s equal parts swoony and soul-stirring. We’re talking long-distance love, grief, family struggles, and why Abby’s stories always hit deeper than your average love story. This one gave us all the feels. Tune in for our take on one unforgettable night, an unexpected connection, and the kind of love that refuses ...
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