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A Spot of Tut-Tuttery: Murder Must Advertise

2026/11/05

Meg and Alex are joined by Caroline Linden to discuss Dorothy L. Sayers take on the inner workings of an advertsing firm and cricket.

Spellstruck by Martha Waters

2026/10/12

We're back with this fun and sexy magic speakeasy mystery from Martha Waters!

A Spot of Tut-Tuttery: Have His Carcase

2026/10/04

Alex and Meg are joined by Olivia Waite to discuss the second Harriet book. If you know you know.

Hers by Summer's End by Kat Sterling

2026/09/03

This is very cute and very low stress and a novella!

Once Swindled by Laura Sebastian

2026/08/25

We adored tihs but the selling point is that this a a romantasy where you buy the romantic heat AND it delivers and I needed that you guys.

Otters and Obstacles by Alexa Santi

2026/08/22

So sweet it'll make your teeth hurt.

A Spot of Tut-Tuttery: The Five Red Herrings

2026/08/15

Meg and Alex are joined by Rachel Griffiths to discuss this book, which does not feature Harriet Vane.

Just for the Season by Rachel Griffiths

2026/08/11

How awful would a man have to be to make infinite gemstones unappealing?

Rogue Around the Edges by Lydia Lloyd

2026/08/10

A sex novella in a house party book.

A Spot of Tut-Tuttery: Strong Poison

2026/08/06

Meg and Alex are joined by Sherry Thomas to discuss the introduction of Harriett Vane into Lord Peter's life.

Pride Comes Before a Fall by Virginia Heath

2026/07/27

We felt like this was a departure for Heath. There were moments of the romp we have come to expect, but the more serious issues it tackled and our personal sentiments in the moment made this a miss for us.

A Lady Most Hexing by Bec McMaster

2026/07/21

We're delving into a new McMaster world with a post-series novella.

A Spot of Tut-Tuttery: The Unpleasantness at the Bellona Club

2026/07/18

Meg and Alexandra Vasti are joined by Joanna Lowell to discuss Alex's favorite book in the series so far (I think that will change once she encounters Harriet).

The Exquisite Torment of Loving Your Enemy by Brigitte Knightly

2026/07/17

Part two of this duology is really just the second half of one book, so DO NOT START HERE. Otherwise, it was cute.

The Very Definition of Love by Sophia Benoit

2026/07/08

New historical author alert! We were charmed and entertained and pleased with the sexiness. What more could you ask for?

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4.6 out of 5

54 reviews

★★★★☆

43tulips 2026/01/28

Surprising me

Not even a romance reader, but I enjoy listening to these thoughtful humorous and erudite ladies. And now I’ve bought 4 romance audiobooks, so be wary...

★★★★★

EJ Country 2025/08/09

Interesting and funny

Thanks ladies for your reviews! It’s made a big difference in my reading list and I enjoy listening to your interesting and amusing conversations.

★★☆☆☆

300 Sunshine 2025/03/18

Sadly, Cannot Recommend

As a creative, I very seldom leave critical reviews because I know how much effort is output for creative endeavors. But after listening to several ep...

★★★★★

EllieMegKaye 2023/08/01

Brilliant podcast.

I love this show so much. I have been binging since I started listening because romance never gets old! Especially appreciate the care you take with s...

★★★★★

juliannerose 2022/12/31

Thank youuuuu

It is so so fun and refreshing to listen to these summaries after reading these books! I laugh and nod along every time. Love love every episode. Than...

★☆☆☆☆

Meronye 2021/07/15

All negative, listen if you want to hate all things books

All they do is find anything and everything to criticize. If I was an author (even seasoned & established) I would quit writing after hearing this ver...

★★★★★

arhenning 2021/07/10

Sit Back and Relax

I’m biased. I agree with these two all the time. So smart and insightful. Love Meg and Laine!!

★★★★★

IvyMER09 2021/07/10

I don’t usually like podcast but this one is magnificent

I usually hate to listen to podcasts but I’m making an effort now (I am trying to also get into history, so why not start at ones that focus on shared...

★★★★★

Greenappleness 2021/05/13

Like chatting with your BFFs

This podcast is like chatting with your kindred friends about adult fairy tales known as historical romance novels. Especially if your friends are a b...

★★★★★

Eva Jannotta 2021/04/02

I love this show!

Meg and Laine’s plot talks are so enjoyable. I learn a ton about storytelling and tropes and plot. I also love their frank assessments of sex, offensi...

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