Between Books

Let’s rewind to where it all began: the series that defined our reading era.
In this episode, we’re unpacking How ACOTAR Set The Tone For Our Reading Journey!
From tropes to character bonds, we’re exploring why this book hangover hit so hard. ⚠️ Light Crescent City spoilers ahead.

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Thanks for hanging out with us — lots of love,
Tori & Sal x

Join us this week for a spoiler-free chat about Alchemised by SenLinYu!
We’re unpacking the worldbuilding, the emotional depth, and the slow-burn magic that hooked us from the start. ⚠️ Spoiler-free so you can listen anytime!

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Thanks for hanging out with us —lots of love, Tori & Sal x

Join us as we dive into Crescent City: House of Earth and Blood Chapters 1–5! 
We're breaking down the lore, the Houses, and the friendships that make us gooey inside. ⚠️ Spoilers ahead for Chapters 1–5! 

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Thanks for hanging out with us —lots of love, Tori & Sal x

In this episode, we’re putting dark romance and romantasy’s most famous book boyfriends to the test - from angels and assassins to billionaires and literal Death... (iykyk)
 It’s Smash, Pass, or Jail as we decide which boyfriends deserve our hearts, our therapy bill, or a restraining order. 

For more bookish fun, find us on TikTok and Instagram @betweenbookspodcast 🖤

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Thanks for hanging out with us —lots of love, Tori & Sal x

Alchemised by SenLinYu has taken us all by storm!! This book is incredible to say the least. In this episode we cover a large glossary of terms to help you understand the world and dive deeper into this book before or during your read.

For more bookish fun, find us on TikTok and Instagram @betweenbookspodcast 🖤

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Thanks for hanging out with us —lots of love, Tori & Sal x

Enemies to lovers? One horse? 800 year old Fae Prince and 19 year old human girl? In this episode, we’re confessing the book tropes we’ll defend with our lives - and sharing our unpopular opinions that might just get us cancelled (not really).

For more bookish fun, find us on TikTok and Instagram @betweenbookspodcast 🖤

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Thanks for hanging out with us —lots of love, Tori & Sal x

Is Kiss of the Basilisk a magical masterpiece… or just snake, monster p*rn? 🐍 We’re spilling the tea on this viral fantasy romance - the twists, the tropes, the chaos - and what our friendly Goodreads readers actually think...

This episode contains spoilers. 

For more bookish fun, find us on TikTok and Instagram @betweenbookspodcast 🖤

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Thanks for hanging out with us —lots of love, Tori & Sal x

We’ve all been there — staring at a book we just can’t finish or avoiding our TBR pile altogether. In this episode, we give a bit of a life update and chat about how to shake off that reading slump, find books that actually excite you again, and fall back in love with reading!

For more bookish fun, find us on TikTok and Instagram @betweenbookspodcast 🖤

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Dragons, drama, and dream casting — we’re spilling all the Fourth Wing TV tea you didn’t know you needed!

For more bookish fun, find us on TikTok and Instagram @betweenbookspodcast 🖤

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Thanks for hanging out with us —lots of love, Tori & Sal x

After a quick hiatus, we’re back with our honest reactions to The Knight and The Moth - the highs, lows, and everything in between. Let us know your thoughts in the comments! 

For more bookish fun, find us on TikTok and Instagram @betweenbookspodcast 🖤

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Thanks for hanging out with us —lots of love, Tori & Sal x

In this episode, we go through our Spring TBR lists - the books we say we’ll read, but let’s see what actually happens... 

For more bookish fun, find us on TikTok and Instagram @betweenbookspodcast 🖤

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Thanks for hanging out with us —lots of love, Tori & Sal x

Welcome back, book lovers - today we’re chatting life between the pages - whats happening behind the scenes in life? What are we reading currently? Join us for a fun little episode of book chats and life updates. 

For more bookish fun, find us on TikTok and Instagram @betweenbookspodcast 🖤

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Thanks for hanging out with us —lots of love, Tori & Sal x

We’re unpacking all the wildest ACOTAR 6 theories and what might be coming next in the book -  especially after SJM teased us with a tiny crumb of new material for us fans. We’re exploring what could be next in the series - listen and let us know your theories & predictions!

For more bookish fun, find us on TikTok and Instagram @betweenbookspodcast 🖤

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Thanks for hanging out with us —lots of love, Tori & Sal x

We’re diving into the streets of Ketterdam with our review of Six of Crows. We’re talking characters, world-building, and whether this Grishaverse heist lives up to the hype—give it a listen and let us know your thoughts!

For more bookish fun, find us on TikTok and Instagram @betweenbookspodcast 🖤

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Thanks for hanging out with us —lots of love, Tori & Sal x

Looking for your next dark and spicy read? We’ve got you! In this spoiler-free episode, we’re sharing our top dark romance book recommendations. No spoilers, just spice. 

For more bookish fun, find us on TikTok and Instagram @betweenbookspodcast 🖤

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Thanks for hanging out with us —lots of love, Tori & Sal x

Did someone say Harry Potter fan fiction?  Manacled is THE Harry Potter fan fic starring Draco Malfoy and Hermione Granger. Join us for this complete NON-spoiler review of this  incredible dark fantasy romance. Will it be a book for you?

For more bookish fun, find us on TikTok and Instagram @betweenbookspodcast 🖤

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Thanks for hanging out with us —lots of love, Tori & Sal x

We’re putting first lines to the test. In this episode, we’re ranking the best and worst book openers - from ACOTAR and TOG to Manacled and The Cruel Prince.  A quick dive into what draws us in, what doesn’t, and why that first line matters!

For more bookish fun, find us on TikTok and Instagram @betweenbookspodcast 🖤

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Thanks for hanging out with us —lots of love, Tori & Sal x

Welcome back, book lovers — today we’re diving deep into Haunting Adeline by H.D. Carlton. This dark romance is twisted, spicy, and absolutely unhinged... and we loved every second of it! If you’re into morally grey men, stalker romance, and dark themes books - this episode’s for you. 

For more bookish fun, find us on TikTok and Instagram @betweenbookspodcast 🖤

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Thanks for hanging out with us —lots of love, Tori & Sal x

We’re halfway through 2025—so it’s time to spill! Consider this your semi-annual therapy session as we break down The Good, The Bad & The Spicy in our 2025 Mid-Year Book Wrap. From must-read romantasy's to major letdowns and DNF regrets, we're sharing our favourite moments from the last 6 months!

For more bookish fun, find us on TikTok and Instagram @betweenbookspodcast 🖤

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Thanks for hanging out with us —lots of love, Tori & Sal x

We read our favourite spicy book scenes out loud — and immediately regretted it.
If you love dark romance books, smutty reads, and dramatic read-alouds, this chaotic episode is a must-listen. Grab your headphones — it’s NSFW in the best way.

Quick heads-up: We discuss spicy scenes from Credence, Five Brothers, Insatiable and ACOSF.

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We’re back! Talking all things book icks — those moments that instantly kill our vibe. From cringe pet names in romance books (please, no more “little monster”), to over-the-top hook up scenes, and the annoying “other woman” trope, we’re unpacking the things we can't stand. If you love (or hate) spicy romance, fantasy, or dark romance tropes, this one’s for you. 

Quick heads-up: There is an ACOTAR spoiler around 10 minutes.

For more book fun, find us on TikTok and Youtube @betweenbookspodcast 🖤

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In this episode, we’re guessing books based on their reviews — and honestly, the chaos is unmatched. Think savage Goodreads takes, unhinged one-star reviews, and a whole lot of laughing. Play along with us and let us know how many you got right!

For more bookish fun, find us on TikTok and Instagram @betweenbookspodcast 🖤

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Thanks for hanging out with us —lots of love, Tori & Sal x

We’re chatting Fearless by Lauren Roberts — a spicy fantasy with enemies-to-lovers vibes, trials, and all the feels. Do you agree or disagree with our review?! Come scream with us in our DMs or drop your hot take! 

Expect a bit of swearing, smutty discussions, and maybe a few spoilers—so if that’s your vibe, stick around!

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We went deep into the trenches of Goodreads to find the funniest book reviews out there - from savage one-star roasts to chaotic spicy takes, nothing is off-limits!

Note - Reviews are from these books and may contain small spoilers: Heartless Heathens, Haunting Adeline, ACOTAR, ACOMAF, Five Brothers, Lights Out, ACOSF, Verity.

For more bookish fun, find us on TikTok and Instagram @betweenbookspodcast 🖤

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Thanks for hanging out with us —lots of love, Tori...

What names are too fantasy for real kids? And what names would we consider? Join in on a little fun for this episode

Expect a bit of swearing, smutty discussions, and maybe a few spoilers—so if that’s your vibe, stick around!

For more bookish fun, find us on TikTok and Instagram @betweenbookspodcast 🖤

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Thanks for hanging out with us —lots of love, Tori & Sal x

In this episode we are recapping Spark of the Everflame by Penn Cole — a book that gave us magic, mystery, and more questions than answers. We talk plot twists, (failed) romance, and our deeply confused feelings about half the characters. Expect strong opinions and spoilers...  How did you guys feel reading this one? 

For more bookish fun, find us on TikTok and Instagram @betweenbookspodcast 🖤

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Thanks for hanging out with us —lots of love, Tori & Sal

In this episode, we’re diving into the world of dark romance — why the girlies love it, what makes a good dark romance, and how it might just give you a peek into a woman’s brain..  Spoiler: it’s not as dark as you think (but also, it totally is). Tori also shares her thoughts on what to look for in a dark romance read that won’t disappoint. If you haven’t caught our Dark Romance Tropes episode yet, go listen first — this one’s a perfect follow-up. 

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In this episode, we go through our winter TBR lists — the books we say we’ll read, but let’s see what actually happens... We’re talking Haunting Adeline, Manacled, Lightlark, Quicksilver and the one we continuously misname (Fearless, but honestly, who knows at this point). Plus, a quick chat about our love for Goodreads.

Quick heads up: There is a Reckless spoiler at 4:00 - 4:20.

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In this full-spoiler guest episode, surprise guest Ash is breaking down the most chaotic, dramatic, and straight-up epic scenes from A Court of Mist and Fury with Sal. Seriously the second half of this book is literally INSANE. But we're not rushing, from chapter 4 onwards we are reminiscing the scenes we haven't stopped thinking about in this recap of one of the worlds favourite romantasy books!

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In this full-spoiler episode, we’re breaking down the most chaotic, dramatic, and straight-up epic scenes from A Court of Thorns and Roses - how do people think this book starts slow??? These are the scenes we haven't stopped thinking about. Get ready for a bit of chaos and an overall recap of one of our favourite books!

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Welcome back!

We’re recapping Spark of the Everflame by Penn Cole — a book that gave us magic, mystery, and more questions than answers. We talk plot twists, (failed) romance, and our deeply confused feelings about half the characters. Expect strong opinions and spoilers...  Also, if anyone can explain the ending to us… please do. How did you guys feel reading this one? 

For more bookish fun, find us on TikTok and Instagram @betweenbookspodcast 🖤

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Welcome back to Between Books and this episode we are playing would you rather, fantasy edition! We are giving ourselves choices - would you rather live in ACOTAR as Feyre or Throne Of Glass as Celeana? One horse or one bed? 

Expect a bit of swearing, smutty discussions, and maybe a few spoilers—so if that’s your vibe, stick around!

Quick heads-up: There is a Throne Of Glass spoiler from 12:30 - 12:45 & 15.30-16:00 

For more bookish fun, find us on TikTok and Instagram @betweenbookspodcast 🖤

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Welcome back to Between Books and this episode we are playing would you rather, fantasy edition! We are giving ourselves choices - would you rather live in ACOTAR as Feyre or Throne Of Glass as Celeana? One horse or one bed? 

Expect a bit of swearing, smutty discussions, and maybe a few spoilers—so if that’s your vibe, stick around!

Quick heads-up: There is a Throne Of Glass spoiler from 12:30 - 12:45 & 15.30-16:00 

For more bookish fun, find us on TikTok and Instagram @betweenbookspodcast 🖤

If you love what you hear, show...

Welcome back to Between Books! This episode Tori gets deep into what is a dark romance, what should we expect, and how crazy can it really get? We’ll go through Tori's top dark romance recommendations AND which ones had her jaw dropped (not in a good way). 

Expect a bit of swearing, smutty discussions, and maybe a few spoilers—so if that’s your vibe, stick around!

Quick heads-up: there is a Credence spoiler from 24:00 - 26:15 .

For more bookish fun, find us on TikTok and Instagram @betweenbookspodcast 🖤

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Welcome back, beautiful listeners! In this episode, we’re breaking down what a trope is, sharing examples of popular 'book tropes,' and revealing a few of our personal favorites—plus, we’ll let you know which ones we really can’t stand!  Tune in for some laughs! 

Note: We love an enemies to lovers trope with a shared bed at the inn. ❤️‍🔥

Expect a bit of swearing, smutty discussions, and maybe a few spoilers—so if that’s your vibe, stick around!

Quick heads-up: there is a small TOG spoiler from 19:00 - 19:30.

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In this episode, we're diving deep into Onyx Storm by our Queen, Rebecca Yarros (spoilers ahead!). If you haven’t read it yet, we recommend skipping this one.

We’ll be giving a high-level summary, unpacking major plot twists and key scenes, and sharing our thoughts on the pros and cons of the book. 💫⚔️

Expect a bit of swearing, smutty discussions, and maybe a few spoilers—so if that’s your vibe, stick around!

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Welcome to episode two of Between Books! In this episode, we're exploring our personal definition of fantasy, the ins and outs of reading fantasy, and sharing our top book recommendations for beginners. Tune in for all our tips and must-reads! 🐦‍🔥

Expect a bit of swearing, smutty discussions, and maybe a few spoilers—so if that’s your vibe, stick around!

Quick heads-up: there is a Six of Crow spoiler from 38:50 - 39:30.

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Welcome to our very first episode of Between Books! We’re diving into who we are, what sparked our love for reading, and what you can expect from us in future episodes. ✨ We’ll also chat about what we're currently reading and share our top book picks for 2024.

Expect a bit of swearing, smutty discussions, and maybe a few spoilers—so if that’s your vibe, stick around!

Quick heads-up: there are Fourth Wing spoilers from 25:50 - 30:30.

For more bookish fun, find us on TikTok @betweenbookspodcast 🖤

If you love what you hear...