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Ashley and Kelly discuss must-see film and tv adaptations of their favorite books.
Season 5 premieres March 15, 2022.
This week Ashley and Kelly revisit another novel by Tia Williams The Perfect Find. They talk relationships with huge age differences, and realize that just because someone is older, doesn't always mean they are wiser.
Ashley and Kelly chat about their reading goals in 2022, and what they envision for the future of BWSR.
This week Ashley and Kelly discuss The Jezebel by Dylan Allen. They share their thoughts on who this book was written for and try to figure out “if we aren’t the target audience, who is?”
This week Ashley and Kelly get cozy with Behind The Scenes by Christina C. Jones. They share their opinions on the importance of strong female characters in stories, fangirl over the angsty male lead, and question why there seems to be a theme with romance novels and ain’t shit family.
This week Ashley and Kelly recap The Dating Playbook by Farrah Rochon. They discuss their concerns with the main female character Taylor, justice for Jamar, and finally getting romance novel parents who are decent human beings.
This week Ashley and Kelly fall head over heels for Tia Williams’ 7 Days In June. Soul quenching is the only way to describe this novel. Feel all of the feels with the ladies and let’s discuss who would play Eva and Shane in a movie.
This week Ashley and Kelly continue their journey in the romance genre with How To Find A Princess by Alyssa Cole. Opinions were strong this episode, but both agreed that Bez is their favorite.
This week Ashley and Kelly take on YA romance and get a sweet introduction with I Wanna Be Where You Are by Kristina Forest. A coming of tale that brings two childhood friends turned frenemies together for a world wind few days of growth, understanding, and love.
This week Ashley and Kelly jump into the romance world with Kennedy Ryan’s Reel. They breakdown the importance of believing in yourself and your craft and how sometimes family just ain’t shit.
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