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We have a HIGHLY anticipated book on our hands, friends! 📚👀This week, we’re diving into The Most Dangerous Games by James Patterson and MrBeast. And with both of us being big James Patterson fans, we have some pretty high hopes for this one. But can this unexpected pairing be as magical as we’re imagining? Or are we setting ourselves up for disappointment? 😂Since this book just hit the shelves, we’re checking out the early reviews, getting into a little background on both authors, and seeing what readers are saying before we jump in.But we also have a bigger question to throw your way: Do your reading choices match your TV and movie habits? Are you reaching for thrillers on the page AND on the screen, or are your book tastes totally different from what you like to watch?We’re curious! Tell us in the comments. And stick around for the full discussion next week!Check out our GoodReads for more ratings and reviews: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/191415688Find more spoiler-free book recommendations here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLm29anN3WelsHsSaZaqDa7dKiBHIjdVMK#bookclubdiscussion #bookclubreads #bookclubpick #bookclubpodcast #TheMostDangerousGames #JamesPatterson #MrBeast #TLDR #SoApproachable #BookPodcast #BookTok #BookReviews #BookRecommendations #ThrillerBooks #MysteryBooks #BookDiscussion #BookClub #Bookish #BookLovers #ReadersOfInstagram #CurrentlyReading #TBR #ReadingHabits #BookToScreen

Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke has taken BookTok by storm, and if you’ve spent any time online, you know this book has people VERY divided. You either love it or hate it. So naturally, we had to see where we’d land. 👀📚Well… suffice it to say, we have QUESTIONS. Confusion? Absolutely. A rave review? Not exactly. 😂In this Cover to Cover episode, we’re unpacking our thoughts on this polarizing read, talking about what worked, what left us scratching our heads, and why we’re still trying to make sense of the whole thing.So whether you’ve been waiting to read Yesteryear, already finished it and need someone to talk it through with, or just want to complain about how STRANGE it was… friends, you’ve found your people. 😂Have you read Yesteryear? Are you firmly on Team Love It or Team What Did I Just Read? Tell us where you stand in the comments!#Yesteryear #CaroClaireBurke #CoverToCover #SoApproachable #BookTok #BookPodcast #BookReview #BookDiscussion #BookClub #Bookish #BookLovers #ReadersOfInstagram #FictionBooks #PolarizingBooks #CurrentlyReading #TBRCheck out our GoodReads for more ratings and reviews: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/191415688Find more spoiler-free book recommendations here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLm29anN3WelsHsSaZaqDa7dKiBHIjdVMK#bookclubdiscussion #bookclubreads #bookclubpick #bookclubpodcast

Straight from BookTok and straight into the So Approachable hot seat! This week, we’re taking on Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke, a book that has swept social media and seems to have readers firmly split into two camps: LOVE IT or HATE IT. And naturally, we want to know what all the fuss is about. 😂We’re diving into the book, the reactions, and the big question: what would it actually be like to live in the 1800s? Because the idea of stepping away from modern life sounds romantic… until you remember the lack of indoor plumbing, modern medicine, and basically every convenience we take for granted. We have a feeling we’d last about five minutes. And because apparently this book is making THAT much noise, it’s being adapted into a movie starring Anne Hathaway. Which brings us to an important question: does homegirl ever sleep?! She is BUSY. 😂Will Yesteryear live up to the BookTok hype, or will we be firmly in the other camp? We’re ready to take on the challenge, and we want to hear what YOU think!Have you read it? Love it or hate it? Tell us in the comments!#Yesteryear #CaroClaireBurke #BookTok #BookPodcast #SoApproachable #BookReview #BookDiscussion #BookClub #BookRecommendations #Bookish #BookLovers #ReadersOfInstagram #FictionBooks #BookToMovie #AnneHathaway #CurrentlyReading #TBRCheck out our GoodReads for more ratings and reviews: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/191415688Find more spoiler-free book recommendations here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLm29anN3WelsHsSaZaqDa7dKiBHIjdVMK#bookclubdiscussion #bookclubreads #bookclubpick #bookclubpodcast

We’re not even going to pretend Jamie is keeping an open mind about this one. 😂 Just listen for her THREE WORDS at the beginning of the episode.But what about Sarah? Did she get swept up in the plot and thrills of You Shouldn’t Have Come Here, or was she rolling her eyes right alongside Jamie? 👀This is our FOURTH Jeneva Rose book, and since this one came from a listener recommendation, we really want to hear from you!Have you read it? Were you hooked, horrified, or ready to abandon ship with us? 😂 Leave your reviews in the comments. We want to know if we’re alone in our feelings about this one!#YouShouldntHaveComeHere #JenevaRose #CoverToCover #SoApproachable #PsychologicalThriller #ThrillerBooks #MysteryBooks #SuspenseBooks #BookPodcast #BookPodcasts #BookReview #BookDiscussion #BookClub #Bookish #BookLovers #ReadersOfInstagram #ThrillerRecommendations Check out our GoodReads for more ratings and reviews: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/191415688Find more spoiler-free book recommendations here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLm29anN3WelsHsSaZaqDa7dKiBHIjdVMK#bookclubdiscussion #bookclubreads #bookclubpick #bookclubpodcast

We’re back with another Jeneva Rose book… and at this point, we might need to have a conversation. 😂This week, we’re previewing You Shouldn’t Have Come Here, our FOURTH book by Jeneva Rose! That’s a milestone we haven’t hit with any other author. But when a listener recommends a book, what are we supposed to do? Ignore them? Of course not. We pulled the trigger.In this psychological thriller, Grace Evans books a remote ranch getaway in Wyoming, where the handsome host, Calvin Wells, seems like a welcome distraction from her everyday life. But between spotty cell service, a missing woman, and the growing feeling that something isn’t right, this vacation starts looking less relaxing and a whole lot more suspicious. And with both Grace and Calvin hiding things, who can you actually trust? 👀As always, we’re checking out the good AND the bad reviews to get a feel for what readers think before we dive in.But here’s the real question: Are we crazy for going this deep on Jeneva Rose? Is this author loyalty… or do we need to abandon ship? 😂Listen to the TLDR for your spoiler-free preview and decide whether You Shouldn’t Have Come Here deserves a spot on your TBR!#YouShouldntHaveComeHere #JenevaRose #TLDR #SoApproachable #PsychologicalThriller #ThrillerBooks #MysteryBooks #SuspenseBooks #BookPodcast #BookPodcasts #BookRecommendations #BookReviews #BookDiscussion #BookClub #Bookish #BookLovers #ReadersOfInstagram #ThrillerRecommendations #TBRCheck out our GoodReads for more ratings and reviews: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/191415688Find more spoiler-free book recommendations here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLm29anN3WelsHsSaZaqDa7dKiBHIjdVMK#bookclubdiscussion #bookclubreads #bookclubpick #bookclubpodcast

This week we’re getting into Nightwatching by Tracy Sierra—and WOW, this one gave us A LOT to talk about. We’re diving into our fascination with serial killers and true crime, the total **psychological mind games** this book played on us, and all the moments when we found ourselves yelling at the main character because WHAT ARE YOU DOING?! 😂Jamie may not even like scary books, but somehow her pick had both of us questioning every decision, second-guessing what we thought we knew, and feeling the tension right along with the characters.We’re talking suspense, fear, survival, unreliable perspectives, those “wait… WHAT?!” moments, and a whole lot more.Was Nightwatching a psychological thriller that kept us hooked—or did it have us ready to chuck the book across the room?Listen all the way to the end for our final ratings and review! 🎧📚#Nightwatching #TracySierra #CoverToCover #SoApproachable #PsychologicalThriller #ThrillerBooks #SuspenseBooks #HorrorBooks #ThrillerBookReview #BookPodcast #BookPodcasts #BookClub #BookDiscussion #BookReview #TrueCrimeBooks #SerialKillerBooks #Bookish #BookLovers #ReadersOfInstagram #SpookySeason #OctoberReads #ThrillerRecommendations #TBRCheck out our GoodReads for more ratings and reviews: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/191415688Find more spoiler-free book recommendations here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLm29anN3WelsHsSaZaqDa7dKiBHIjdVMK#bookclubdiscussion #bookclubreads #bookclubpick #bookclubpodcast

It’s October, it’s spooky season, and somehow Jamie—the woman who does NOT like scary books—picked a horror/thriller. 😂This week, Jamie is treating Sarah, our resident scary-book lover, to Nightwatching by Tracy Sierra. And honestly? The irony is not lost on us. Because this book is basically Jamie’s **literal nightmare**.The story follows a mother home alone with her young children during a blizzard when she hears footsteps in the house. She and her kids hide in a secret room while she tries to figure out who—or what—is inside. 😳 It’s tense, claustrophobic, and built around those *what would YOU do?* moments that make a good thriller so hard to put down.And naturally, reading a book like this got us talking about the scary things in **our own lives** that could probably be turned into movies. Because apparently discussing our nightmares wasn’t enough—we had to give them a Hollywood treatment. 😂So… what happens when the person who hates scary books picks one for the person who loves them?Listen to the TLDR and see if *Nightwatching* is headed for your TBR this spooky season!#Nightwatching #TracySierra #ThrillerBooks #PsychologicalThriller #HorrorBooks #SuspenseBooks #ThrillerBookClub #BookPodcast #BookPodcasts #BookRecommendations #BookClub #Bookish #BookLovers #SpookySeason #OctoberReads #FallReads #TBR #SoApproachableCheck out our GoodReads for more ratings and reviews: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/191415688Find more spoiler-free book recommendations here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLm29anN3WelsHsSaZaqDa7dKiBHIjdVMK#bookclubdiscussion #bookclubreads #bookclubpick #bookclubpodcast

This week we’re diving into Jamie’s granny fiction pick: Mad Mabel—and let’s just say… this book was NOT what we expected. 😂We went in expecting a fun, maybe slightly creepy granny fiction story, but Mad Mabel went SO much deeper. This one tugged at basically every feeling we had—happiness, sadness, anger, and even a healthy dose of **ick**. We were all over the place!And of course, we have to talk about Mabel herself. Sassy, grumpy, complicated… honestly, we loved this grandma. ❤️So what did we ultimately think? You’ll have to listen all the way to the end for our rating!And while you’re listening, we need you to weigh in: which book cover do you prefer? Because one of them is… **CREEEEPY.** 👀😂Have you read Mad Mabel? Did it surprise you too? Let’s talk about it!#MadMabel #GrannyFiction #BookPodcast #BookPodcasts #BookClub #BookDiscussion #BookReview #BookRecommendations #Bookish #BookLovers #ReadersOfInstagram #CurrentlyReading #TBR #FictionBooks #WomenWhoRead #SoApproachableCheck out our GoodReads for more ratings and reviews: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/191415688Find more spoiler-free book recommendations here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLm29anN3WelsHsSaZaqDa7dKiBHIjdVMK#bookclubdiscussion #bookclubreads #bookclubpick #bookclubpodcast

We’re back to granny fiction, and this time it’s Jamie’s pick! In this TLDR episode, we’re taking a spoiler-free look at Mad Mabel and asking the all-important question: Can this one live up to some of our granny fiction favorites? Before we get into the nitty-gritty, we’re giving you the background you need to decide if Mad Mabel belongs on your TBR. We’ll talk about the premise, the author, the setup, and what caught our attention—without spoiling the story.So grab your book, settle in, and join us for another round of granny fiction, book club banter, and our signature blend of sass and sophistication.Because apparently, we’re not done letting our grandmas choose the plot. #MadMabel #TLDRPodcast #BookClubPodcast #BookPodcast #GrannyFiction #GrannyFictionBooks #BookClub #BookDiscussion #BookRecommendations #BookReview #Bookish #Bookstagram #BookTok #BookReels #ReadersOfInstagram #FictionBooks #NewBooks #TBR #ReadingCommunity #CoverToCoverCheck out our GoodReads for more ratings and reviews: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/191415688Find more spoiler-free book recommendations here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLm29anN3WelsHsSaZaqDa7dKiBHIjdVMK#bookclubdiscussion #bookclubreads #bookclubpick #bookclubpodcast

This week, we’re diving into Sarah’s memoir pick: Strangers: A Memoir of Marriage by Belle Burden. Since we both agreed we wanted to choose a memoir, Sarah brought this one to the table—and it turned out to be a much heavier read than we expected from such a short book.Strangers: A Memoir of Marriage takes an unflinching look at marriage, relationships, separation, and the nitty gritty realities of divorce. It’s intimate, complicated, and at times uncomfortable, giving us plenty to unpack as we discuss what happens when a marriage changes—and what it means to find your way through the aftermath.In this episode, we’re taking our time with the book: a little background on the memoir and its author, our thoughts on the writing and story, and a full discussion of the marriage and divorce themes that stayed with us long after we finished reading.It may be a short book, but there is a LOT to talk about.Grab your copy, settle in, and join us for a deeper Cover to Cover conversation about Strangers. And, as always, stick around to hear our final thoughts and rating. 📚🥂#StrangersAMemoirOfMarriage #BelleBurden #Memoir #MemoirBook #BookClub #BookClubPodcast #BookPodcast #BookDiscussion #BookReview #BookRecommendations #Divorce #Marriage #MarriageBooks #Relationships #LiteraryPodcast #Bookstagram #BookTok #BookReels #ReadersOfInstagram #CoverToCoverCheck out our GoodReads for more ratings and reviews: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/191415688Find more spoiler-free book recommendations here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLm29anN3WelsHsSaZaqDa7dKiBHIjdVMK#bookclubdiscussion #bookclubreads #bookclubpick #bookclubpodcast

This week, we’re going Cover to Cover with And Now, Back to You—a spicy romcom serving up romance, television drama, and plenty for us to discuss. 📚📺🔥But did the romance have us swooning… or was it a big no from us? 👀 And just how realistic are the TV aspects of this story? Jamie is here to give us the inside scoop on whether the behind-the-scenes world of television feels well-researched—or if this is simply a romcom version of TV love.Of course, we’re breaking it all down, from the romance to the realism, with our signature opinions and just a little sass. And don’t go anywhere before the final chapter—because you’ll want to hear our full rating and review at the end!Press play, grab your favorite drink, and let’s get into it. #BookTok #Bookstagram #BookPodcast #BookClubPodcast #RomanceBooks #RomComBooks #SpicyBooks #SpicyBookTok #BookReview #Bookish #BookRecs #BookCommunity #RomanceReader #BookReels #ReadersOfInstagram #andnowbacktoyou #bkborisonCheck out our GoodReads for more ratings and reviews: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/191415688Find more spoiler-free book recommendations here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLm29anN3WelsHsSaZaqDa7dKiBHIjdVMK#bookclubdiscussion #bookclubreads #bookclubpick #bookclubpodcast

Our next TLDR pick is And Now Back to You by B.K. Borison, and this one is Jamie's pick for a very specific reason: it's all about TV! 📺✨After all the spooky, twisty, murdery books we've been reading, Jamie decided we needed a little palate cleanser. 😂 So we're trading the suspense for a rom-com!But there's one thing you should know before you read along...🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️ FOUR CHILI PEPPERS.Yep. This might be a little spicier than what we've tackled before. 👀🔥So grab your romance-loving friends, prepare for some TV-world fun, and come find out if this one gives us the lighthearted break we need—or has us blushing our way through the pages. 😂📚Are you ready for four-chili-pepper Jamie's pick?! Check out our GoodReads for more ratings and reviews: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/191415688Find more spoiler-free book recommendations here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLm29anN3WelsHsSaZaqDa7dKiBHIjdVMK#bookclubdiscussion #bookclubreads #bookclubpick #bookclubpodcast

GUESS AGAIN... and again... and AGAIN.We're back in thriller land, and this one truly had us guessing again. 😂Guess Again delivered ALL the plot twists. Just when we thought we had something figured out... nope. Another twist. 👀 Another clue. Another theory completely destroyed.And let's be honest—the title may not have made perfect sense for the actual story... but it absolutely nailed the reader experience. 😂In this Cover to Cover episode, we're breaking down:🔪 Our favorite twists🕵️ The clues we caught along the way🤯 The moments that completely surprised us⭐ And, of course, our overall ratingsDid we see everything coming? Definitely not. Did we love being kept on our toes? Absolutely.So grab your detective hat and come find out whether Guess Again had us raving or ranting.And PLEASE tell us—did you catch the clues before we did?Check out our GoodReads for more ratings and reviews: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/191415688Find more spoiler-free book recommendations here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLm29anN3WelsHsSaZaqDa7dKiBHIjdVMK#bookclubdiscussion #bookclubreads #bookclubpick #bookclubpodcast #charliedonlea #guessagain #thrillerbooks #thrillerbookstagram

Back to thriller land!Our next Cover to Cover pick is Guess Again by Charlie Donlea—and Jamie is already biting her nails. 😬The reviews have us VERY curious. Some readers are calling it a page-turner with one twist after another, while others say the twists became so far-fetched that they actually quit reading. 👀So naturally, we're wondering...Will we be raving about this one? 🙌Or will we be ranting? 😂We're ready to dive back into the thriller world, and we're hoping Charlie Donlea keeps us guessing all the way to the end.Come read along with us and let's find out together: Was it brilliant... or did it go too far?Check out our GoodReads for more ratings and reviews: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/191415688Find more spoiler-free book recommendations here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLm29anN3WelsHsSaZaqDa7dKiBHIjdVMK#bookclubdiscussion #bookclubreads #bookclubpick #bookclubpodcast #guessagain #charliedonlea #thrillerbooks #thrillerbookstagram

Some books entertain. Others change the way you see the world. Upward Bound falls into the second category.In this Cover to Cover episode, we're discussing one of the most eye-opening books we've read. This short but powerful memoir gave us a sobering glimpse into life with disability and challenged us to consider perspectives we simply hadn't experienced before.We also take time to address the controversy surrounding the book's authorship and the questions raised about facilitated communication. It's an important part of the conversation, and one we felt was worth discussing alongside the book itself.Despite the debate, we found this to be an enlightening read that sparked meaningful conversations about inclusion, communication, empathy, and the value of seeing the world through someone else's eyes.This is a book we'd both recommend—not because it has all the answers, but because it encourages thoughtful discussion and invites readers to broaden their understanding.Join us as we share our biggest takeaways, discuss the moments that stayed with us, and explore why books like this matter.Check out our GoodReads for more ratings and reviews: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/191415688Find more spoiler-free book recommendations here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLm29anN3WelsHsSaZaqDa7dKiBHIjdVMK#bookclubdiscussion #bookclubreads #bookclubpick #bookclubpodcast #autism #autismawareness #autismacceptance #bookclub #readwithjenna #bookreview