Read Me Next Podcast

In this episode of 'Read Me Next', Carina and Pili dive into a lively discussion about the book 'People We Meet On Vacation' by Emily Henry. They explore the themes of friendship, romance, and emotional depth, while also sharing their thoughts on the writing style and character dynamics. The conversation is filled with humor, relatable moments, and emotional insights, culminati...

In this episode of 'Read Me Next', Carina and Pili dive deep into the Legacy of God series by Rena Kent, discussing the final two books, 'God of Fury' and 'God of War.' They explore character dynamics, plot twists, and their personal ratings of the characters, both male and female. The conversation highlights memorable moments, emotional arcs, and the overall impact o...

In this episode of 'Read Me Next', Carina and Pili dive deep into the Legacy of God series by Rina Kent, discussing the intricacies of the characters and the plots of 'God of Wrath' and 'God of Ruin'. They explore themes of dark romance, jealousy, and character development while sharing their personal ratings and thoughts on the books. The conversation also touches on...

In this episode of 'Read Me Next', Carina and Pili dive into the "Legacy of Gods" series by Rina Kent, focusing on the first two books. They discuss the dark romance themes, character dynamics, and plot twists, particularly highlighting the intense relationships and the mafia backdrop. The hosts share their thoughts on the characters' development, the series' intricat...

In this episode of 'Read Me Next', Carina and Pili reflect on their podcast journey, celebrate their favorite books of 2025 with various awards, and share hilarious bloopers from their recording sessions. They discuss their top book picks, including memorable characters and plot twists, while also looking forward to the exciting reads of 2026. The episode is filled with laughter, insight...

In this episode, Carina and Pili dive into the Naughty or Nice series by Alta Hensley, discussing the unique blend of Christmas themes and dark romance. They explore character dynamics, ratings, and the contrasting elements of the two books in the series. The conversation also touches on the Goodreads reviews, providing insights into reader perceptions and the overall reception of the books. With...

In this episode of 'Read Me Next,' Carina and Pili dive into the Cane Brothers series by Meghan Quinn, discussing the interconnected standalone books featuring billionaire romances. They explore the dynamics between the characters, the humor, and the engaging writing style. The hosts share their ratings and thoughts on the series' tropes, character development, and memorable scenes,...

In this episode of 'Read Me Next', Carina and Pili dive into the dark romance novel 'Rook and Rebel' by Kate Crew. They discuss the book's themes, character dynamics, and the various tropes present in the story. The conversation flows from their initial impressions to a detailed analysis of the characters, their relationships, and the emotional depth of the narrative. They...

In this episode of 'Read Me Next', Carina and Pili dive into Punk 57 by Penelope Douglas — the chaos, the red flags, and all the messy teenage drama that makes was questionable. They also discuss their unforgettable high school memories. 

In this bonus episode of 'Read Me Next', Carina and Pili dive into the intricacies of 'Brimstone' by Callie Hart, exploring its connections to the previous book 'Quicksilver.' They discuss character dynamics, narrative challenges, and the overarching themes of love and betrayal. The conversation highlights the complexity of the plot, the anticipation for the next book...

In this episode of 'Read Me Next', Carina and Pili dive into the world of 'Quicksilver' by Callie Hart, exploring its themes, characters, and the unique blend of romance and fantasy known as romantasy. They discuss their experiences with the audiobook, the various tropes present in the story, and the emotional moments that resonated with them. The conversation also highlights t...

In this episode of 'Read Me Next', Carina and Pili dive deep into the Chestnut Spring series, discussing books four and five in detail. They explore the character dynamics, memorable moments, and their personal rankings of the characters, both male and female. The conversation is filled with excitement and emotional reflections on the characters' journeys, particularly focusing on t...

In this episode of 'Read Me Next', Carina and Pili dive into the Chestnut Spring Series Books 1-3 by Elsie Silver, discussing their excitement for the romance genre after finishing a horror novel. They explore the characters, plotlines, and emotional depth of the series, particularly focusing on the first three books: Flawless, Heartless, and Powerless. The hosts share their thoughts on...

In this episode of 'Read Me Next', Carina and Pili celebrate Halloween by discussing Stephen King's classic horror novel, The Shining. They share their initial impressions, character analyses, and the themes of isolation and madness that permeate the story. The conversation also delves into the differences between the book and its film adaptation, highlighting iconic moments and cha...

In this episode, Carina and Pili dive into the psychological thriller 'Look Closer' by David Ellis. They discuss the intricacies of the plot, character dynamics, and the unique narrative style that includes multiple points of view. The conversation highlights the book's twists and turns, the characters' motivations, and their overall impressions of the story. They also share th...

In this episode of 'Read Me Next', hosts Carina and Pili dive into the cozy romance novel 'Spice Cafe' by Laurie Gilmore. They discuss their experiences with the book, including its charming small-town vibes and the fast-paced romance between the characters. The hosts introduce a new rating scale for books, including a spice-o-meter to categorize the spicy moments. They also re...

In this episode of 'Read Me Next', hosts Carina and Pili dive into the psychological thriller 'Never Lie' by Frieda McFadden. They discuss the book's plot, character dynamics, and the unexpected twists that keep readers engaged. The conversation also touches on their experiences with the audiobook version, comparisons to other works by McFadden, and their thoughts on Goodr...

In this episode of the podcast, Carina and Pili dive into the world of dark romance, specifically discussing the 'Into Darkness' series by Navessa Allen. They reflect on their experiences with dark romances, comparing previous reads like 'Does It Hurt' to the current series. The conversation flows through character analyses, exploring the dynamics of relationships, and highligh...

In this episode of Read Me Next, hosts Carina and Pili dive into the Lakefront Billionaires series by Lauren Asher, discussing the interconnected stories of love, rivalry, and personal growth among billionaire characters. They explore the themes of romance tropes such as enemies to lovers, grumpy sunshine, and fake engagements, while also addressing deeper issues like mental health and family dyna...

In this episode of Read Me Next, hosts Carina and Pili dive into the Windy City series, a collection of five interconnected sports romance novels. They discuss each book's plot, characters, and themes, sharing their personal rankings and emotional responses. The conversation highlights the relatable aspects of the characters, the humor in the narratives, and the emotional depth of the stories...