Tomes and Tropes Podcast

Join us as we talk about life updates, our Top 3 and Bottom 3 books since we paused our podcast, and an update on our next book!

We are back at it with our first book episode where we finish off the Powerless series with Fearless by Lauren Roberts! Our Queen Lauren finishes up this series that we have loved since the early days of our podcast. We offer both spoiler-free and spoiler sections so be sure to see the times below for when to stop the episode if you haven't yet read the book! We'll also yell at you when to...

Welcome back to the Tomes and Tropes Podcast ! We’re still just two best friends with real jobs, plenty of tea (or coffee), and endless bookish opinions. This relaunch episode is all about reintroductions, what’s new with the pod, and what you can expect this season. Grab your favorite mug, get cozy, and let’s talk books. Don’t forget to follow us on Instagram! @tomesandtropespod Leave a 5 star re...

October 24, 2024: One Dark Window - Part 2 In this episode, your hosts Becca and Keri are diving deep into Part 2 of One Dark Window by Rachel Gillig. They will talk through different Quotables, share drinks with our characters in Tomes and Tonics, and clarify the Magical Moments of the books. Join us as Keri guides Becca through this book!  Follow Us:  Instagram: @tomesandtropespod  TikTok: @tome...

September 26, 2024: One Dark Window - Part 1 In this episode, your hosts Becca and Keri are diving deep into Part 1 of One Dark Window by Rachel Gillig. They will talk through different Quotables, share drinks with our characters in Tomes and Tonics, and clarify the Magical Moments of the books. Join us as Keri guides Becca through this book!  Follow Us:  Instagram: @tomesandtropespod  TikTok: @to...

September 5, 2024: Book Bait: One Dark Window by Rachel Gillig  In this episode, join hosts Becca and Keri as they preview the enchanting world of One Dark Window . Whether you're a long-time fan or new to this gripping tale, this episode is for you! Becca and Keri introduce the book, explore details about the author, and share what Becca already knows—all while Keri skillfully avoids spoilers...

August 29, 2024: Between the Lines: Prologues, Epilogues, and Bonus Chapters, Oh My! In this episode, your hosts Becca and Keri talk through their hot takes regarding Prologues, Epilogues, and Bonus Chapters! Should they be included in books? Where do prologues belong in series? Which Epilogues are our favorites? Listen and let us know your thoughts! Follow Us:  Instagram: @tomesandtropespod  TikT...

August 22, 2024: Reckless: Chapters 41- Epilogue In this episode, your hosts Becca and Keri are diving deep into the last chapters of Reckless by author Lauren Roberts. We follow the gripping adventures of our main characters: Paedyn and Kai - who enjoy a poppy field and are making the trek back to the castle to face King Kitt! Your hosts will be sharing their one sentence summaries, going through...

August 15, 2024: Reckless: Chapters 31-40 In this podcast episode, hosts Becca and Keri discuss chapters 31 through 40 of 'Reckless' by Lauren Roberts, providing detailed one-sentence summaries and diving deep into key moments. They explore character developments and the complex relationships between Paedyn, Kai, and Kitt. With spirited discussions about pivotal scenes, such as Paedyn’s fa...

August 8, 2024: Reckless: Chapters 21-30 In this podcast episode, hosts Becca and Keri discuss chapters 21 through 30 of 'Reckless' by Lauren Roberts, providing detailed one-sentence summaries and diving deep into key moments. They explore significant battles, character developments, and the complex relationships between Paedyn, Kai, and Kitt. With spirited discussions about pivotal scenes...

August 1, 2024: Reckless: Chapters 11-20 In this podcast episode, hosts Becca and Keri discuss chapters 11 through 20 of 'Reckless' by Lauren Roberts, providing detailed one-sentence summaries and diving deep into key moments. They explore significant battles, character developments, and the complex relationships between Paedyn, Kai, and Kitt. With spirited discussions about pivotal scenes...

July 25, 2024: Reckless: Chapters 1-10 In this episode, your hosts Becca and Keri are running headfirst into the desert… I mean the first 10 chapters of Reckless by author Lauren Roberts. You will get a recap of the last 10 chapters with our technically one sentence summaries (although Keri does tend to do run-on sentences – she’s very sorry), you will get to hear significant parts of the story in...

July 18, 2024: Powerless: Chapters 61- Epilogue and Book Review In this episode of the Tomes and Tropes podcast, hosts Becca and Keri delve into Chapter 61 through the Epilogue of 'Powerless' by Lauren Roberts. The discussion features detailed one-sentence summaries of each chapter, key character developments, and impactful quotes. The hosts analyze the plot progression, character dynamics...

July 11, 2024: Powerless: Chapters 51-60 In this episode, your hosts Becca and Keri are diving deep into Chapters 51 through 60 of Powerless by author Lauren Roberts. We follow the gripping adventures of our main characters: Paedyn and Kai - two very different people who get thrown together by the Purging Trials (and let’s be honest…thievery). Your hosts will be sharing their one sentence summarie...

June 20, 2024: Powerless: Chapters 31-40 In this episode, your hosts Becca and Keri are diving deep into Chapters 31 through 40 of Powerless by author Lauren Roberts. We follow the gripping adventures of our main characters: Paedyn and Kai - two very different people who get thrown together by the Purging Trials (and let’s be honest…thievery). Your hosts will be sharing their one sentence summarie...

June 28, 2024: The Most Scandalous Collaboration BONUS Episode on Bridgerton Season 3 Part 2 with Bookish & Bubbly Podcast!   Dearest Gentle Readers and Esteemed Members of the Ton, our beloved realm of society is abuzz with the latest enthralling news. It has come to my attention that the most thrilling event of the social season is not to be found in the drawing rooms of the ton, but rather...

June 27, 2024: Powerless: Chapters 31-40 In this episode, your hosts Becca and Keri are diving deep into Chapters 31 through 40 of Powerless by author Lauren Roberts. We follow the gripping adventures of our main characters: Paedyn and Kai - two very different people who get thrown together by the Purging Trials (and let’s be honest…thievery). Your hosts will be sharing their one sentence summarie...

June 20, 2024: Powerless: Chapters 21-30 In this episode, your hosts Becca and Keri are diving deep into Chapters 21 through 30 of Powerless by author Lauren Roberts. We follow the gripping adventures of our main characters: Paedyn and Kai - two very different people who get thrown together by the Purging Trials (and let’s be honest…thievery). Your hosts will be sharing their one sentence summarie...

June 18, 2024: BONUS Episode: Interview with author Kyrie McCauley!    Get ready for a very special episode as we sit down with the award-winning young adult fantasy author, Kyrie McCauley! Kyrie has enchanted readers with three incredible books, and today, June 18th, she's launching her latest book, "Bad Graces." Join us as we delve into Kyrie's creative world, discover the inspirations behind he...

June 13, 2024: Powerless: Chapters 11-20 In this episode, your hosts Becca and Keri are diving deep into Chapters 11 through 20 of Powerless by author Lauren Roberts. We follow the gripping adventures of our main characters: Paedyn and Kai - two very different people who get thrown together by the Purging Trials (and let’s be honest…thievery). Your hosts will be sharing their one sentence summarie...

June 6, 2024: Powerless: Chapters 1-10 In this episode, your hosts Becca and Keri are diving deep into the first 10 chapters of Powerless by author Lauren Roberts. We follow the gripping adventures of our main characters: Paedyn and Kai - two very different people who get thrown together by the Purging Trials (and let’s be honest…thievery). Your hosts will be sharing their one sentence summaries,...

Book Bait: Powerless by Lauren Roberts   It is time to move onto our next series and we are super excited to be talking about Powerless by Lauren Roberts! This episode, your hosts - Becca and Keri - will be introducing Powerless, Lauren Roberts, and talking about some changes that they will be doing at the start of the Powerless series!  Follow Us:  Instagram: @tomesandtropespod  TikTok: @tomesand...

May 30, 2024: Between the Lines: ARCs, Favorite Tropes, and Tangents, featuring Marissa!    Today, Keri and Becca will be chatting with their friend and favorite bookstagrammar… the wonderfully magnificent….Marissa! They’ll be talking all things tropes (and tomes!) while going on lots of tangents about the ACOTAR series, random movies, and more!    You can follow Marissa on Instagram at @as_rissa_...

Dearest Listener, join us for this bonus content of Keri and Becca chatting about what they liked and disliked about the Netflix adaptation of “Romancing Mr. Bridgerton”, also known as Bridgerton Season 3 (part 1)!    This podcast will be spoiling all seasons of Bridgerton on Netflix, Queen Charlotte on Netflix, as well as the Bridgerton Book Series by Julia Quinn, up to “Romancing Mr. Bridgerton”...

May 23, 2024: Ruthless Vows - Part 4   Your hosts, Becca and Keri, will be finishing their discussion about the second book in the Letters of Enchantment series - Ruthless Vows by Rebecca Ross! This is the sequel to Divine Rivals and we are so excited to continue the journey in Oath and surrounding towns. This divine journey may become ruthless, but we hope you join us!    We will be giggling over...