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Season 4 Recap: Welcome to The Afterburn, the season may be over, but we are absolutely not done. We’re diving back into the books that lived rent-free in our heads, putting them on the ultimate scale of yes, no, maybe…and you already know we have opinions. We’ll be revisiting our favorite MMCs and FMCs, breaking down the spicy scenes, and debating the true definition of "uncle". IYKYK As always,...

Heated Rivalry by Rachel Reid  Someone sedate Miranda! Things get heated once again as the ladies break down episodes 3-6 of Jacob Tierney's series, heated Rivalry based on the novel by Rachel Reid. We're talking tuna melts, the ginger ale of it all and forbidden love. So pour yourself a signature cocktail and join us for some laughs as we wrap up season 4!   Signature Cocktail: Rivalry Reignited...

Heated Riverly by Rachel Reid This week the cousins are switching up the format! We’re trading paperback pages for power plays and diving headfirst into Heated Rivalry on HBO Max based on the MM romance by Rachel Reid. We'll be joined by a Heated Rivalry superfan, Miranda to recap and review episodes 1-3 and let’s just say, the ice is not the only thing melting. Mix up a Pretty Russian and join us...

Inevitable by Jenna Hartley This week the cousins are talking about Inevitable by Jenna Hartley—where a summer internship turns into a dangerously tempting situation with her dad’s best friend. This one has some of us all hot and bothered and others clutching their pearls. So, mix up a WAP and join us for the fun!   Signature Cocktail: WAP (Wet and Potent) Tonight's beverage of choice is strong en...

The Devil's Advocate by Ashley Jade Hey Boozy Book Lovers! Today we are going to make Lynn smile when we finally finish the second book in a duet! The cousins are recapping and reviewing book two of the Devil’s Playground duet by Ashley Jade, and let’s just say… if you thought book one was messy, buckle up.  We’re talking obsession, political power plays, true crime, revenge, and a romance that re...

The Devil by Ashley Jade Tonight the cousins dive headfirst into Book One in The Devil's Playground duet where the men are dangerous, the tension is sinful, and the emotional damage comes with a side of sexual chemistry.  Pour a drink and join us as we unpack power plays, toxic flirting, and a love triangle that feels less like romance and more like potential for felony charges. Cheers to bad deci...

Phantasma by Kaylie Smith Today the cousins are entering the dark, deadly, and frankly very sexy world of Phantasma, the gothic competition where contestants must survive a series of terrifying trials inside a cursed castle. Think haunted house meets Hunger Games, with just enough brooding men to make everyone question their survival priorities. So pour yourself something strong, light a candle th...

Promise Me Forever by Sadie Kincaid The cousins are back with one of our FAV authors! This office romance delivers longing so intense it should come with a workplace hazard sign. We’ve got sexual tension that escalates faster than a skipped HR meeting, and promises that are less pinky swear and more blood oath in designer shoes. So grab your beverage, silence your inner moral compass, and join us...

Scattered Bones by Nicole Scarano Who doesn’t want to fall in love with a thief, catch the attention of the gods, and embark on the most dangerously unhinged scavenger hunt imaginable—tracking down your husband’s missing body parts? Come along with the cousins as they take on this crazy, somewhat romantic adventure.   Signature Cocktail: Mezcal Bone Crusher Tonight's beverage of choice is not for...

Three Swedish Mountain Men by Lily Gold Join the cousins as these rugged men save a woman on the run—from her life and a blizzard. With nowhere to go and nothing to do but survive, there’s really only one option: share a bed, abandon all boundaries, and stumble into forever.   Signature Cocktail: Sex on a Snowbank 5-6 Pieces Ice 1.5 oz Malibu Coconut Rum * 1.5 oz  Cream of Coconut Instructions: Ad...

Braving the Storm by Elliott Rose We’re back with the second book in the Crimson Ridge series by Elliott Rose—Braving the Storm. And let me be clear… this is not a “will they, won’t they.” This is very much “they absolutely will,” and you know it right out of the gate and oh boy is it complicated.    Signature Cocktail: The Stormbreaker This drink like the book is all about things that shouldn't w...

A Devious Arrangement by J Wilde Join Lynn, Kim and Jen as they discuss a fake relationship that turns very real, a hot MMC who is stalkery in an adorable way, and a plot that exists solely to justify why we had to climb a rope in gym class to pass middle school. Put on your favorite tierra and join us for the cocktails and laughs! Signature Cocktail: The Polished Princess We went with The Polishe...

Audacity by Elodie Hart Join the cousins as we dive into Audacity—where the heroine is an executive assistant who is on call at all times and her boss believes “other duties as assigned” is a lifestyle choice. It’s bold, filthy, and wildly unapologetic, with boundaries being crossed faster than an unread calendar invite. Grab a drink and laugh with us, because this is what happens when ambition, c...

Butcher & Blackbird by Brynne Weaver Today, the cousins dive into Brynne Weaver’s darkly fun romance, Butcher & Blackbird—a story where two morally gray antiheroes team up, use their murder skills for justice, and somehow stumble into one of the healthiest relationships in the book. It’s funny, twisted, unexpectedly tender, and the very first installment in the Ruinous Love Trilogy.   Sign...

Beautiful Carnage by Caroline Peckham Family drama, forbidden love, and one dangerously adorable pomeranian—what could possibly go wrong? Join the cousins as we unravel this mob-style romance packed with passion, power plays, and Coco’s chaotic charm, buckle up.   Signature Cocktail: Beautiful Vengeance Our cocktail tonight walks the line between danger and devotion — a swirl of violet sweetness a...

Kiss of the Basilisk by Lindsay Straube Jen, Lynn and Kim are joined by a fairy loving friend to recap this story where Game of Thrones meets The Batchelor. Put your claws away, pour a drink and get ready for some hissssterics!   Signature Cocktail: Bloody Snake Bite Tonight’s drink, the Bloody Snake Bite, is as dangerous as it is divine—sweet at first sip, with a bite that lingers just long enoug...

Passionate Brew by Sadira Stone Join the cousins and special guest for this cute enemies to lovers story that is guaranteed to leave you with a hoppy ending.   Signature Cocktail: Beer  To keep with the theme grab your favorite brew or cider and curl up with this quick read. 

HallowPeen by Holly Wilde Join cousins Jen, Kim, and Lynn for this special edition as they gourdge on this spicy and sticky  Halloween tale where inanimate objects go bump—and grind—in the night. It’s equal parts punny, spooky, and smutty.    Signature Cocktail: The Drunken Pumpkin Ingredients: 3 oz Whipped cream or marshmallow flavored Vodka  8 oz Pumpkin Spice Latte Whipped Cream Ground Cinnamon...

Here we go again at the end of a season. The cousins recap some of their favorite books, great guests, biggest story gaps, and laugh-out-loud moments. So grab your headphones and your cocktail shaker—tonight we’re serving up The Re-Cap & Sip, a little sweet, a little sassy, and packed with as much drama as our Season 3 lineup. Whether you’re here for the slow burns, surprise spice levels, or j...

Love on Ice by Ja Low Join the cousins for this heartfelt love story, where fake dating leads to real feelings and hockey meets heart. Not a hockey fan? Doesn't matter, most of the action takes place between the sheets not on the ice. Grab your "Hat Trick" cocktail and settle in for a fun, flirty discussion of Love on Ice and all the sparks that fly both on and off the rink!   Signature Cocktail:...

Dark Notes by Pam Goodwin We needed a 4th cousin for this one! Pull up a bench, pour a drink and join us as we unpack Dark Notes. A story that gives a whole new meaning to hands on learning. It's forbidden, it's flawed and it might just hit a high note you didn't see coming. Signature Cocktail: Caged Heart With a mix of dark rum, blackberry liqueur, and a splash of danger, this drink is as intense...

5000 Nights of Obsession by Drethi Anis Is it stalking if you’re just really really in love? Join the cousins for a wild ride through obsession, possessiveness, and goal-oriented stalking—plus a crash course in neurodivergence and selflessness. It’s intense, it’s twisted, and you might just question your own idea of 'love' by the end or at the very least, question getting that restraining order up...

Wolf. E by Praisley Hope From debutant to deviant this is a fun motorcycle club read for the girls. Listen in as we cycle through this rollercoaster of events. Also if anyone figures out what the .E stands for, PLEASE let us know.    Signature Cocktail: Butterscotch Shot Yeah I said it. Keep it simple people. This is the drink that kicked off our MFC's trip to the darkside. You want fancy... don't...

Wretched by Emily McIntire Go undercover with the cousins as they journey down the yellow brick road and venture into a drug running mafia group, some family drama and a volatile romance.    Signature Cocktail: The Flying Monkey This one is green, herby and fierce like Evie's femme energy.  Sip slowly as you fly away.   Ingredients: 1.5 oz Vodka  1 oz Midori  .75 oz fresh lime juice  .5 oz honey s...

Your Dad Will Do by Katee Robert Yes Daddy, this novela does not disappoint. Join the girls as they recap the hot romance and contemplate switching out their lingerie for swimsuit covers.    Signature Cocktail: Dirty Cherry Martini Dark, sweet and a little naughty. This one is flirty, rich and bold for the spicy read today.  Ingredients: 2 oz Vodka  1 oz cherry liqueur  ½ oz fresh lime juice  ½ oz...