The Torn Bodice Book Report
Comedian Helen Camisa and author Stephanie Archer discuss their latest romance read and offer up a book report with all the ins and outs (oh yeah). Big laughs, thoughtful discussion, and great books!
Episodes
47 episodes
I loved this book...what's wrong with me?
Oh my goodness, we are back after a break and we are bringing books that made us say "I loved this book...what's wrong with me?!".From HR nightmares, crash landings and being eaten by birds, to surprise murders, Daddy kink and non consen...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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1:09:56
Wreck the Halls by Tessa Bailey
Two people with famous rockstar parents sign up for a reality show to get the band back together, and end up falling in love. A true holiday delight by one of our faves, Tessa Bailey. It's Wreck the Halls!Follow us on
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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2:02:52
The Favor by Suzanne Wright
A growly boss, a feisty assistant, and the in-laws from hell. This slow burn marriage of convenince will have your eyes bugging out of your head!! It's The Favor by Suzanne Wright.Follow us on
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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2:24:38
Kulti by Mariana Zapata
A rising soccer player, her brooding star turned coach turned best friend, and the most delicious slow burn. It's Kulti by Mariana Zapata!Follow us on Instagram and show us s...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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2:16:28
That Time I Got Drunk and Saved A Demon by Kimberly Lemming
A pink-haired spice farmer named Cinnamon, a demon with hearts in his eyes, and a very gooey witch goddess who needs to be taken down a notch--it's the fantasy rom-com, That Time I Got Drunk and Saved a Demon by Kimberly Lemming!Follow ...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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1:45:59
A Lady of Rooksgrave Manor by Kathryn Moon
A housemaid turned monster-consort, her group of unlikely heroes, and a creepy scene with a water wraith. It's the delightful A Lady of Rooksgrave Manor by Kathryn Moon!Follow us on
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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1:37:55
Tempest by Beverly Jenkins
A gun-toting mail order bride, a buttoned-up single dad doctor, and a small Old West town with a one-eyed cougar-it's Tempest by Beverly Jenkins along with our delightful author friend, Danielle Jacks...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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2:02:16
The 2023 Summer Roundup!
We've missed you and we're so happy to be back with our 2023 Summer roundup! We ask hard hitting questions like "Which chracter would make the worst roommate?" and "Who had the wildest dick?"We try our best not to spoil, but here's our b...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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1:09:42
The Countess Conspiracy by Courtney Milan
A prickly scientist and the charming rake who presents her research... who's also her best friend from childhood... who's also madly in love with her. As part of our "Women in STEM" month, it's the delightful historical romance, The Countess Co...
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Season 2
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Episode 20
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1:54:23
The Love Hypothesis by Ali Hazelwood
A PhD student who needs a fake boyfriend, a surly professor strangely eager to play the part, and SO. MUCH. TENSION. First up in our "Women in STEM" month, Ali Hazelwood's The Love Hypothesis is one of our favorite fake dating romances!F...
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Season 2
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Episode 19
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1:50:03
The Takeover by TL Swan
He's a bossy billionaire who wants to buy her late husband's company, and she's the pretty widow who makes him question everything he wants in life. Hijinks and pranks, a whimsical trip to Paris, and a weird gravestone scene--it's The Takeover ...
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Season 2
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Episode 18
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1:54:53
Breaking the Billionaire's Rules by Annika Martin
She's an aspiring Broadway performer who delivers sandwiches in a cat costume, he's a billionaire playboy who broke her heart, and she wants revenge. How could this NOT be a hilarious, sweet rom-com? It's Breaking the Billionaire's Rules by Ann...
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Season 2
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Episode 17
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1:53:33
A Deal with the Devil by Elizabeth O'Roark
He's a wry, sarcastic playboy plastic surgeon and she's his bubbly assistant who's had her heart broken. Tension, banter, and making her ex jealous--this contemporary romance is so much fun. It's A Deal With the Devil by Elizabeth O'Roark!<...
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Season 2
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Episode 16
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1:59:00
Who's That Girl? by Mhairi McFarlane
A copywriter on the run from online bullies, the famous actor she's writing a biography for, and pages of clever British fun! Steph's favourite rom-com has laughs and lows, and there is NO book boyfriend like Elliot Owen. It's Who's That Girl b...
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Season 2
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Episode 15
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2:18:45
Bringing Down the Duke by Evie Dunmore
A poor Oxford student, a cold, stern duke, and the fight for women's rights! This historical romance is filled with tension, longing, and a ton of parties. It's Bringing Down the Duke by Evie Dunmore!Follow us on
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Season 2
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Episode 14
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2:01:11
King of Battle and Blood by Scarlett St. Clair
She's a stabby warrior princess, he's her adoring fated mate, and together, they will behead half the vampires in the land! King of Battle and Blood by Scarlett St. Clair is an enemies to lovers vampire romance that did not disappoint!Fo...
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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1:48:57
Lothaire by Kresley Cole
A possessed inmate on death row, a mentally unstable vampire who will stop at nothing to liberate his demon bride, and a wild cast of characters who can't wait to kill each other. It's Lothaire by Kresley Cole! Follow us on Instagram an...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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2:00:55
Carnal Urges by J.T. Geissinger
An Irish mob boss with a rocket launcher, a feisty yoga teacher who breaks noses, and too many spankings to count in this wild kidnapping romance. It's Carnal Urges by JT Geissinger!Follow us on Instagram and show us some love with a fi...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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1:55:59
A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas
A human woman trying to save her family, a high fae with everything to lose, and a whole host of monsters, secrets, death defying challenges, fairy wine and oh yeah...one total dick who lives inside a mountain. We are late to the party on this ...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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2:03:16
Mangoes and Mistletoe by Adriana Herrera
A grumpy chef with a lot to lose, a cheerful cook proud of her heritage, a Christmas baking show, and the evil Beccas! This read was short, spicy, and made us hungry? It's Mangoes and Mistletoe by Adriana Herrera!Follow us on Instagram ...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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1:16:25
Tis the Season for Revenge by Morgan Elizabeth
He's the ticket to her revenge against her evil ex. A spicy, light-hearted Christmas romance with pink dresses, an older lawyer who knows how to take care of his girl, and an FMC who learns to stick up for herself. We loved Tis the Season for R...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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1:45:44
A Merry Little Meet Cute by Julie Murphy and Sierra Simone
A big-bodied adult entertainment star, an actor trying to shed his boy-band image, and a Christmas movie set loaded with spicy tension. A Merry Little Meet Cute by Sierra Simone and Julie Murphy sleighed us with fun Christmas vibes!Foll...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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1:45:30
Pride and Protest by Nikki Payne
A modern retelling of Pride and Prejudice that stands on its own! A bold activist DJ, a surly CEO, only one nap pod, and the most detestable Mr. Collins. It's Nikki Payne's Pride and Protest!Follow us on Instagram and show us some love ...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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1:57:18
Kiss An Angel by Susan Elizabeth Phillips
One of the wildest romances we've ever read. A telepathic tiger, exploding cigarettes, and a brooding circus whip-master named Alex... it's Susan Elizabeth Phillips' Kiss an Angel!Follow us on Instagram and show us some love with a five...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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1:48:42