Not Your Mom's Romance Book Club

Latest Episodes:

The Hookup by Kristen Ashley Feb 19, 2018

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Ellen and Mom get REAL awkward talking about The Hookup by Kristen Ashley. Plus, we talk about our hard limits when it comes to sexy times in a book. Ellen may reveal more to her mother than she wants to.

Eyes of Silver, Eyes of Gold by Ellen O'Connell Feb 05, 2018

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Ellen and Mom visit the wild west with Anne and Cord of Eyes of Silver, Eyes of Gold by Ellen O'Connell. Plus, we talk about some of the pet peeves that have developed while reading the romance genre.

How to Tame a Beast in Seven Days by Kerrelyn Sparks Jan 22, 2018

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Ellen and Mom get a bit fantastical talking about this fantasy/paranormal from Kerrelyn Sparks. Is this book as electrifying as it's premise? Plus, we give a rundown of some our favorite tropes. (Note: We recorded this past my bedtime and I got a bit punchy. Apologies in advance.)

Attachments by Rainbow Rowell Jan 08, 2018

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Ellen and Mom feel pretty attached to Attachments by Rainbow Rowell. Plus, we discuss commitment issues and how Mom has none. NOTE: We apologize for the audio quality. I'm not saying it was operator error on Mom's part, but.....

Marian's Christmas Wish by Carla Kelly Dec 26, 2017

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Ellen and Mom get a bit worked up talking about Marian's Christmas Wish. What's are the holidays without someone getting worked up? Plus, we discuss the age old question of how young is too young?

The Trouble with Mistletoe by Jill Shalvis Dec 11, 2017

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Mom and Ellen get into the festive mood with their discussion of The Trouble with Mistletoe by Jill Shalvis. Was it naughty or nice? Plus, our thoughts on romance, feminism, and Hillary Clinton.

Wilde in Love by Eloisa James Nov 27, 2017

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Ellen and Mom get real when talking about Wilde in Love by Eloisa James. Plus, how do they feel about all the different eras that make up the historical romance genre.

The Wall of Winnipeg and Me by Mariana Zapata Nov 13, 2017

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Mom and Ellen talk about the slowest of slow burns, The Wall of Winnipeg and Me (but it burns so good!). Plus, they get into that age old romance chestnut of alphas vs. betas.

Lord of Scoundrels by Loretta Chase Oct 30, 2017

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Ellen and Mom talk about Mom's recovery process from her Winston Brothers bender and get back to historicals with their discussion about Lord of Scoundrels by Loretta Chase. Plus, how does age play a part in approaching the romance genre.

Beard Science by Penny Reid Oct 16, 2017

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Mom and Ellen can't stop talking about Beard Science in this extra-long episode! Plus, what are some of the main differences between historicals and contemporaries?