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The Dust JacketMe Before You, by Jojo MoyesWe discuss whether this 2012 still holds up or if the controversies are too much for it. We also talk about the wide range of philosophical questions it asks.
TW: assisted suicide
Spoilers at 5 minutes in
2025-07-2539 minThe Dust JacketSilver Elite, by Dani FrancisWe discuss the Fourth Wing-esque, possibly AI-written, new romantasy Silver Elite, with a special guest from our book group, Kate the librarian!
We get into some of the rumors swirling around this book, why it was only disappointingly bad, not amusingly bad, and more.
Spoilers start at 27 minutes
2025-07-1842 minThe Dust JacketThe Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, by Douglas AdamsWe discuss The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, by Douglas Adams. For some of us, it was an iconic formative book. For others, a dumb thing boys liked.
Spoilers start at 19 mins
2025-07-1127 minThe Dust JacketCarrie Soto Is Back, by Taylor Jenkins ReidWe have a special guest star--our niece and TJR superfan Kayla--on the pod to talk about TJR's previous book, Carrie Soto Is Back, and also Taylor Jenkins Reid in general.
Spoilers start at 27 mins
2025-06-2738 minThe Dust JacketThe God of Endings, by Jacqueline HollandWe discuss the high-profile 2023 vampire novel The God of Endings, by Jacqueline Holland. Should you read other vampire novels before you write your own? Would you like to be immortal or nah? Did this even need to be a vampire book? All that and more...
Spoilers start around 20 minutes in
2025-06-2030 minThe Dust JacketVictorian Psycho, by Virginia FeitoSpecial guest Lauren helps us discuss the future cult classic, Victorian Psycho, by Virginia Feito. A bizarre, grotesque, and hilarious novel.
No plot spoilers, but fair warning: we do talk about a lot of the surprising and outlandish moments in this book. If you want to go in completely fresh, read it first
2025-06-1335 minThe Dust JacketThe Book Censor's Library, by Bothanya Al-EssaWe discuss The Book Censor's Library, by Bothayna Al-Essa, which was a finalist for the 2024 National Book Award for work in translation.
Spoilers start at 14 minutes in
2025-06-0620 minThe Dust JacketBlue Sisters, by Coco MellorsWe discuss the standout 2024 lit-fic novel, Blue Sisters, by Coco Mellors
2025-05-3020 minThe Dust JacketThe Unicorn Woman, by Gayl JonesWe discuss the 2025 Pulitzer Prize finalist The Unicorn Woman, by Gayl Jones. This book is notable for its obscurity and also its low review scores.
Later, Dacey digs into the Pulitzer Prize process and we float some totally unfounded theories about what goes on in those jury meetings.
2025-05-2320 minThe Dust JacketDinner for Vampires, by Bethany Joy LenzWe discuss the shocking memoir of One Tree Hill star Bethany Joy Lenz, who was in a cult for over a decade.
We also have a special guest, the person who recommended this book, Alayne!
2025-05-1635 minThe Dust JacketGood Dirt, by Charmaine WilkersonWe talk about the new novel by the acclaimed author of Black Cake. The love streak is over: neither of us liked this one. It's probably our fault.
Spoilers from 7 minutes in
2025-05-0928 minThe Dust JacketThe Alternatives, by Caoilinn HughesWe discuss The Alternatives by the Irish author Caoilinn Hughes. We talk why it got such low ratings on Goodreads, why we disagree with those ratings, and why Irish books are great.
Also, no spoilers!2025-05-0226 minThe Dust JacketDawn, by Octavia ButlerWe discuss the first installment of Octavia Butler's Xenogenesis trilogy, Dawn. This might be the first book we both really liked!
Light spoilers start at 8 minutes
2025-04-2520 minThe Dust JacketThe Favorites, by Layne FargoWe discuss The Favorites, by Layne Fargo. Is it too soapy or just soapy enough? Does knowing it's "Wuthering Heights on ice" make it better or worse?
Spoilers from about 15 mins in
2025-04-1823 minThe Dust JacketPiglet, by Lottie HazellWe talk about Lottie Hazell's 2024 debut novel, Piglet. One of us rated this book 5 stars, and the other one.... didn't...
2025-04-1118 minThe Dust JacketPride and Prejudice, by Jane AustenWe discuss the classic Pride and Prejudice, by Jane Austen, which is an astounding 212 years old! We talk about what still works two centuries later, what feels dated, and whether this book is the origin point of popular romance tropes
2025-04-0421 minThe Dust JacketThe Wedding People, by Alison EspachWe discuss the breakout 2024 hit The Wedding People, by Alison Espach. Yet another book about a wedding...
(Trigger warning: this episode (and the book) talks a lot about suicide)
2025-03-2825 minThe Dust JacketSmall Things Like These, by Claire KeeganIn which we discuss the 2024 Oprah's book club pick and inspiration for Cillian Murphy's latest movie, Small Things Like These. We talk about how we felt like this novel didn't live up to its potential and do some research that we probably should've done beforehand (but we get there in the end!)
2025-03-2117 minThe Dust JacketAll Fours, by Miranda JulySpecial guest alert! Our friend Jules joins us to discuss the New York Times 2024 novel of the year, the truly bizarre All Fours, by Miranda July
2025-03-1440 minThe Dust JacketWeyward, by Emilia HartWe discuss the wildly popular 2023 historical fantasy novel, Weyward
2025-03-0725 minThe Dust JacketBONUS: Shark Heart, by Emily HabeckA short bonus ep from a few months ago when we were still working out the podcast kinks. As it turns out, we didn't have much to say about Shark Heart
2025-03-0306 minThe Dust JacketJames, by Percival EverettWe discuss the 2024 National Book Award winner James, by Percival Everett
Some spoilers at 6 minutes in, full spoilers from 12 minutes in
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2025-02-2822 minThe Dust JacketI've Got Your Number, by Sophie KinsellaIn which we discuss the 2012 chick lit/romance classic, I've Got Your Number.
Light spoilers early on, then a spoiler warning before we really chop it up
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2025-02-2129 minThe Dust JacketFunny Story, by Emily HenryFor Valentine's Day, we discuss the 2024 Emily Henry romcom Funny Story.
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2025-02-1424 minThe Dust JacketHang the Moon, by Jeannette WallsWe discuss Hang the Moon, by Jeannette Walls. It has a lot of good moments... and a loooot of bad moments, too.
Warning: we get deep into spoiler territory, so consider skipping this episode if you're thinking of reading this book. Also, trigger warning for suicide and SA
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2025-02-0731 minThe Dust JacketRed Clocks, by Leni ZumasDacey and Nico discuss their differing takes on this sci-fi novel about abortion rights and the power of making choices... or not making them
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2025-01-3114 minThe Dust JacketThe Mysterious Affair at Styles, by Agatha ChristieIn which we discuss, believe it or not, The Mysterious Affair at Styles, by Agatha Christie
Theme music: What’s Going On by Elijah_K on Pixabay
Logo by Fazlur Rahman on Fiverr
No AI was used in the creation of this podcast
2025-01-2314 minThe Dust JacketIntroduction to the Dust Jacket Podcast!It's our first episode! Get to know us, what we like to read, and HOW we like to read. Plus what's in store for the next few eps!
Theme music: What’s Going On by Elijah_K on Pixabay
Logo by Fazlur Rahman on Fiverr
No AI was used in the creation of this podcast
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