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Smart Women Read RomanceGrim and Bear It by Juliette Cross | Episode 175WHERE TO FIND US:► Email: swreadromance@gmail.com ► Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/swreadrom► Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/swreadrom► Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/swreadrom► Twitter: https://twitter.com/swreadrom► FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/swreadrom.theswoonzone/► Juliette’s Books: https://www.juliettecross.com/ ► Podcast: http://www.buzzsprout.com/2304542023-07-0543 minSmart Women Read RomanceA Matter of Temptation by Stacy Reid | Episode 165WHERE TO FIND US:► Email: swreadromance@gmail.com ► Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/swreadrom► Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/swreadrom► Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/swreadrom► Twitter: https://twitter.com/swreadrom► FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/swreadrom.theswoonzone/► Juliette’s Books: https://www.juliettecross.com/ ► Podcast: http://www.buzzsprout.com/2304542022-08-171h 20Smart Women Read RomanceBetween Wrath & Mercy by Jess Wisecup | Episode 164WHERE TO FIND US:► Email: swreadromance@gmail.com ► Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/swreadrom► Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/swreadrom► Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/swreadrom► Twitter: https://twitter.com/swreadrom► FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/swreadrom.theswoonzone/► Juliette’s Books: https://www.juliettecross.com/ ► Podcast: http://www.buzzsprout.com/2304542022-08-031h 16Smart Women Read RomanceA Wicked Kind of Husband by Mia Vincy | Episode 162WHERE TO FIND US:► Email: swreadromance@gmail.com ► Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/swreadrom► Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/swreadrom► Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/swreadrom► Twitter: https://twitter.com/swreadrom► FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/swreadrom.theswoonzone/► Juliette’s Books: https://www.juliettecross.com/ ► Podcast: http://www.buzzsprout.com/2304542022-07-201h 12Smart Women Read RomanceEntreat Me by Grace Draven | Episode 161WHERE TO FIND US:► Email: swreadromance@gmail.com ► Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/swreadrom► Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/swreadrom► Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/swreadrom► Twitter: https://twitter.com/swreadrom► FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/swreadrom.theswoonzone/► Juliette’s Books: https://www.juliettecross.com/ ► Podcast: http://www.buzzsprout.com/2304542022-07-1358 minSmart Women Read RomanceGrumpy Sunshine Recommendations | Minisode 22WHERE TO FIND US:► Email: swreadromance@gmail.com ► Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/swreadrom► Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/swreadrom► Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/swreadrom► Twitter: https://twitter.com/swreadrom► FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/swreadrom.theswoonzone/► Juliette’s Books: https://www.juliettecross.com/ ► Podcast: http://www.buzzsprout.com/2304542022-06-2252 minSmart Women Read RomanceThe Devil is a Marquess by Elisa Braden | Episode 160WHERE TO FIND US:► Email: swreadromance@gmail.com ► Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/swreadrom► Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/swreadrom► Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/swreadrom► Twitter: https://twitter.com/swreadrom► FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/swreadrom.theswoonzone/► Juliette’s Books: https://www.juliettecross.com/ ► Podcast: http://www.buzzsprout.com/2304542022-06-151h 06Smart Women Read RomanceRun Posy Run by Cate C. Wells | Episode 159WHERE TO FIND US:► Email: swreadromance@gmail.com ► Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/swreadrom► Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/swreadrom► Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/swreadrom► Twitter: https://twitter.com/swreadrom► FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/swreadrom.theswoonzone/► Juliette’s Books: https://www.juliettecross.com/ ► Podcast: http://www.buzzsprout.com/2304542022-06-081h 13Smart Women Read RomanceTake by the Horde King by Zoey Draven | Episode 158WHERE TO FIND US:► Email: swreadromance@gmail.com ► Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/swreadrom► Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/swreadrom► Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/swreadrom► Twitter: https://twitter.com/swreadrom► FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/swreadrom.theswoonzone/► Juliette’s Books: https://www.juliettecross.com/ ► Podcast: http://www.buzzsprout.com/2304542022-06-011h 03Smart Women Read RomanceAll Scot and Bothered by Kerrigan Byrne | Episode 157WHERE TO FIND US:► Email: swreadromance@gmail.com ► Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/swreadrom► Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/swreadrom► Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/swreadrom► Twitter: https://twitter.com/swreadrom► FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/swreadrom.theswoonzone/► Juliette’s Books: https://www.juliettecross.com/ ► Podcast: http://www.buzzsprout.com/2304542022-05-251h 08Smart Women Read RomanceBridgerton Season 2 Review | Minisode 21WHERE TO FIND US:► Email: swreadromance@gmail.com ► Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/swreadrom► Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/swreadrom► Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/swreadrom► Twitter: https://twitter.com/swreadrom► FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/swreadrom.theswoonzone/► Juliette’s Books: https://www.juliettecross.com/ ► Podcast: http://www.buzzsprout.com/2304542022-05-181h 07Smart Women Read RomanceThings We Never Got Over by Lucy Score | Episode 156WHERE TO FIND US:► Email: swreadromance@gmail.com ► Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/swreadrom► Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/swreadrom► Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/swreadrom► Twitter: https://twitter.com/swreadrom► FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/swreadrom.theswoonzone/► Juliette’s Books: https://www.juliettecross.com/ ► Podcast: http://www.buzzsprout.com/2304542022-04-271h 25Smart Women Read RomanceThe Tyrant Alpha's Rejected Mate by Cate C. Wells | Episode 155Fated mates but make him grovel!WHERE TO FIND US:► Email: swreadromance@gmail.com ► Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/swreadrom► Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/swreadrom► Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/swreadrom► Twitter: https://twitter.com/swreadrom► FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/swreadrom.theswoonzone/► Juliette’s Books: https://www.juliettecross.com/ ► Podcast: 2022-04-201h 28Smart Women Read RomanceSlightly Scandalous by Mary Balogh | Episode 154WHERE TO FIND US:► Email: swreadromance@gmail.com ► Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/swreadrom► Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/swreadrom► Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/swreadrom► Twitter: https://twitter.com/swreadrom► FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/swreadrom.theswoonzone/► Juliette’s Books: https://www.juliettecross.com/ ► Discord: https://discord.gg/ptJr3yvF...2022-04-131h 17Smart Women Read RomanceWestern Waves by Brittainy Cherry | Episode 153A grumpy-sunshine, marriage-of-convenience romance!WHERE TO FIND US:► Email: swreadromance@gmail.com ► Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/swreadrom► Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/swreadrom► Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/swreadrom► Twitter: https://twitter.com/swreadrom► FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/swreadrom.theswoonzone/► Juliette’s Books: https://www.juliettecross.com/ ► Discord: https...2022-03-231h 10Smart Women Read RomanceSink or Swim by Maz Maddox | Episode 152Dinosaur shifters, oh my! Who would have thought that dinosaur shifter would be up there on my list of favorite paranormal creatures?! But Maz Maddox made it happen! Baha is such a lovable grump and Jackson is all smooth, southern charm. Put that together with a fake dating ploy to thwart fossil-stealing bad guys? Perfect! A high-stakes, laugh-out-loud MM romance that will have you falling in love with dino shifters, too.WHERE TO FIND US:► Email: swreadromance@gmail.com ► Patreon: https://www.pat...2022-03-1652 minSmart Women Read RomanceA Scoundrel of Her Own by Stacy Reid | Episode 151WHERE TO FIND US:► Email: swreadromance@gmail.com ► Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/swreadrom► Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/swreadrom► Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/swreadrom► Twitter: https://twitter.com/swreadrom► FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/swreadrom.theswoonzone/► Juliette’s Books: https://www.juliettecross.com/ ► Discord: https://discord.gg/ptJr3yvFhW► P...2022-03-091h 15Smart Women Read RomanceThe Lie by Karla Sorensen | Episode 150Bad boy football player and the owner's daughter! What could go wrong?WHERE TO FIND US:► Email: swreadromance@gmail.com ► Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/swreadrom► Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/swreadrom► Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/swreadrom► Twitter: https://twitter.com/swreadrom► FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/swreadrom.theswoonzone/► Juliette’s Books: https://www.juliettecross.com/2022-03-021h 07Smart Women Read RomanceThe Temptation of a Highlander by Elisa Braden | Episode 148Midnight in Scotland, Book 3WHERE TO FIND US:► Email: swreadromance@gmail.com ► Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/swreadrom► Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/swreadrom► Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/swreadrom► Twitter: https://twitter.com/swreadrom► FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/swreadrom.theswoonzone/► Juliette’s Books: https://www.juliettecross.com/ ►...2022-02-161h 10Smart Women Read RomanceMarriage and Murder by Penny Reid | Episode 147The return of Cletus and Jenn!If you've been here a while, then you know that we love the Winston brothers. Cletus and Jenn in particular, are one of our favorite couples. Their spin-off series fills in the five-year time jump between Beard in Mind and Beard Necessities, so we finally find out why Jenn was arrested!Jenn's dad is horrible dad crashes her engagement party, makes a scenes, and then shows up murdered in the parking lot. Her mom is the main suspect and Cletus is in a race against time to...2022-02-091h 03Smart Women Read RomanceThree Weeks With Lady X by Eloisa James | Episode 144Fixer Upper but make it historical!I first fell in love with Eloisa James after reading her Desperate Duchess series. Villier was a character that I was immediately intrigued by and his story directly ties into Lady X.Thorn is all grown up and looking to start a family of his own. He wants the life that he was deprived of as a child. A warm loving partner to raise children with is his ONLY requirement in a wife. So when Lady Xenobia India is hired to turn his sight-unseen fixer...2022-01-121h 05Smart Women Read RomanceSteel King by Devney Perry | Episode 143A motorcycle romance murder mystery!Most of you know that we struggle with motorcycle romance on the whole. So, when I saw that Deveny Perry was writing a small-town romance with a former MC that disbanded, I did a little *squee*! Maybe this would be a different kind of MC that didn't degrade women, felt like a real family and made us swoon in the process. It was! The Clifton Forge series is has cemented itself as our favorite MC romance novels.WHERE TO FIND US:► Ema...2022-01-051h 20Smart Women Read RomanceThe Lady Gets Lucky by Joanna Shupe | Episode 142Swoony teach-me romance? Yes, please!Alice Lusk needs to escape from her horrible mother's influence, but she doesn't want to marry a man who only has eyes for her dowry. During a house-party she comes up with a bold plan to approach notorious rake, Kit Ward, to ask for his advice on how to catch a husband. Kit might be confident in his sexual appeal, but he's also hiding a few insecurities as well. Helping Alice is the last thing he should be doing, but he can't resist!WHERE TO FIND US:2021-12-151h 08Smart Women Read RomanceLore Olympus V1 by Rachel Smythe | Episode 141Hades and Persephone romance!Lore Olympus is why is have such trouble loving any other retelling honestly. The obsession is real! Juliette and I both discovered the Webtoon version a few years ago and binged it. Now we diligently wait every Saturday night for a new episode 💖Hades is the perfect Alphamellow and Persephone is a badass waiting to spread her wings and escape her helicopter mom.WHERE TO FIND US:► Email: swreadromance@gmail.com ► Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/swreadrom2021-12-0850 minSmart Women Read RomanceCarnal Urges by J.T. Geissinger | Episode 140What happens when an Irish mobster unknowingly kidnaps a stick of dynamite in a bubbly, yoga-loving, pink-wearing WOMAN? Sparks, fireworks, explosions! Seriously, I hate that I’m hyping this book so much because I know how it feels to have high expectations and be let down, but this book 🤯 Sloane is almost too hot to handle for Declan but somehow they are exactly what each other needs. The humor is high, the banter is non-stop, one of my favorite scenes is so over the top but it just works. READ IT! Please 😊WHERE TO...2021-12-011h 11Smart Women Read RomanceReacting to Your Unpopular Opinions | Minisode 18Hot Takes on Romance Books!We asked for your unpopular opinions on romance books and you delivered. Juliette and I definitely had a good laugh with some of these. Thanks to Samantha from Books with Samantha for the original idea. You can check out her video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6GLIraU8B8o&t=11sWHERE TO FIND US:► Email: swreadromance@gmail.com ► Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/swreadrom► Goodreads: https://www.goodread...2021-11-171h 01Smart Women Read RomanceDangerous by Minerva Spencer | Episode 139A clever, insightful woman? Dangerous indeed!Adam de Courtney aka The Mad Marquess has no idea the ride he's lined up for when he agrees to marry Mia, the daughter of a duke who hasn't been seen in over a decade. Mia was secretly a captive, living in a harem and now her father wants to marry her off quickly before she embarrasses him. A man who is rumored to have done away with both of his wives sounds perfect!Both of these characters are carrying secrets and trust isn't so easily won...2021-11-101h 02Smart Women Read RomanceNobody's Hero by Bec McMaster | Episode 138Mad Max but with werewolves!Thank you Juliette for bringing this action/adventure romance to my attention. This is definitely a wild ride in a post-apocalyptic world - Mad Max Style! Riley is taken captive by a warg, werewolves that are normally mindless, lethal beings with a penchant for using women. But Lucius seems to have his beast under control and he's looking for the man who ruined his life. Riley struggles as she starts to view Lucius as a man and not the monster that wargs usually are, but will...2021-11-021h 17Smart Women Read RomanceThe Dark Highlander by Karen Marie Moning | Episode 137Time-traveling Highlander!Dageus is an ancient Highlander living in the 21st century. After breaking an ancient compact with the Tuatha De Danan in order to save his brother, Dageus is now a cursed man. He's searching for a way to get rid of the thirteen dark druids that currently possess him. Enter Chloe, a woman in love with history and its preservation, who becomes entangled in Dageus' search for any way to purge The Dragar from his body. She is whisked on the adventure of a lifetime! They travel to Scotland (both present and past) a...2021-10-271h 14Smart Women Read RomanceUnhinged by Onley James | Episode 136A heart-warming serial killer romance!Yep, that's exactly what this book is and it made us incredibly giddy. Adam is one of seven adopted sons of Dr. Mulvaney and they all share a common characteristic. They are psychopaths trained to kill slimeballs who escape the justice system. Adam is held at gunpoint by the son of his past victim and is immediately captivated by him!There is something about the Mulvaney brothers and how they fall in love - hard and fast - that just absolutely works. You would think that a serial k...2021-10-201h 05Smart Women Read RomanceCaptive of the Horde King by Zoey Draven | Episode 135Barbarian Horde, you say?Obviously Juliette and I have a type! But this time we have ALIEN barbarian men similar to our beloved Dothraki. The book kicks off with a captor/captive situation (another favorite of ours). Luna offers herself in place of her brother when he breaks the rules of Drakkar. The mysterious horde king makes his interest clear and whisks her off into the sunset. What I love about these barbarians is that they are alpha, but incredibly caring and sweet with their sweetheart. There's something about this world that just s...2021-10-131h 05Smart Women Read RomanceNever Seduce a Scot by Maya Banks | Episode 134Get thee a Scotsman like Graeme Montgomery!Forced into a marriage by his king, Graeme thinks that he is marrying a woman who will never be his true wife. He can't, in good conscious, consummate the marriage with Eveline Armstrong who is rumored to be touched in the head and childlike. What Graeme - and her entire family don't know - is that Eveline isn't daft at all, she just deaf, but played the fool in order to escape a previous arranged marriage to an evil man. When Eveline lays eyes on Graeme a...2021-10-061h 04Smart Women Read RomanceThe Professional by Kresley Cole | Episode 133Bringing it back to the first mafia romance we ever read!The Professional starts out with a bang and never really lets up. Adopted daughters find their long-lost Russian vor fathers, sneaky foot-jobs during important dinners, passion, intrigue, betrayal, SECRETS!Seriously you don't know what your missing if you haven't read about the Sevastyan brothers.WHERE TO FIND US:► Email: swreadromance@gmail.com ► Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/swreadrom► Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/swreadrom2021-09-291h 08Smart Women Read RomanceThe Taming of the Highlander by Elisa Braden | Episode 131Who doesn't love a good historical spin on the classic Beauty and the Beast trope?!Elisa Braden creates magic in her Midnight in Scotland series. The MacPhersons are a tight-knit family and one of their own has just been through hell and back. Broderick was wrongly accused of murder and spent six months being beaten in prison. When the lovely Kate Huxley visits her brother in Scotland, she stumbles upon Broderick beating a man to death and thinks he is a monster. But she quickly learns there is more than meets the eye with t...2021-09-151h 28Smart Women Read RomanceFilthy by Serena Akeroyd | Episode 130How filthy do you like your mafia romance?Not only does Finn strong-arm Aoife into selling her business to the Five Points, he also makes it very clear that a night in his bed is part of the deal. These two are hot and heavy from the very beginning. Grab your fan, ladies. You're gonna need it! Finn and Aoife are also going to get a Part 2 with Filthy Secret releasing on October 21st. We are so excited and anxious for those secrets to come to light!Serena Akeroyd has created a r...2021-09-081h 12Smart Women Read RomanceThe Golden Dynasty by Kristen Ashley | Episode 129Feeling nostalgic for Game of Thrones (the good seasons)?The Golden Dynasty is the perfect Khal Drogo + Dany fanfic to fill the void. Juliette and I have had enough time after the disastrous final season that we were craving a little barbarian horde romance. I apologize for the quality of the audio for this episode. We will be fixing the microphones for future recordingsWHERE TO FIND US:► Email: swreadromance@gmail.com ► Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/swreadrom► Good...2021-09-011h 15Smart Women Read RomanceDevil in Disguise by Lisa Kleypas | Episode 128Lisa Kleypas is our Historical Romance Queen!In case you didn't know, Lisa Kleypas is our favorite HR romance writer of all time. She consistently writes strong female heroines and swoony heroes. It's no surprise that she is one of our most featured authors on this podcast. When it was announced that the Ravenel series was getting an extension, we were beyond excited. Devil in Disguise has so many connections to the previous books of the series as well as the Wallflowers. We hope that Kleypas continues to explore future romances for the Wallflower c...2021-08-251h 20Smart Women Read RomanceReckless Miles by Claire Kingsley | Episode 127Today's episode is all about The Miles Family by Claire Kingsley.Particularly the incredibly endearing Cooper Miles and his jilted-at-the-altar love interest, Amelia. There is just something about a small-town family romance that has us gushing. All of the beautiful family dynamics makes this one of our favorite new series!WHERE TO FIND US:► Email: swreadromance@gmail.com ► Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/swreadrom► Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/swreadrom► Instagram: ...2021-08-181h 08Smart Women Read RomanceNeon Gods by Katee Robert | Episode 126Finding a good Hades and Persephone romance can be hard when Lore Olympus is your top tier, but Neon Gods gave us everything we wanted!WHERE TO FIND US:► Email: swreadromance@gmail.com ► Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/swreadrom► Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/swreadrom► Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/swreadrom► Twitter: https://twitter.com/swreadrom► FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/swreadrom.th...2021-08-0455 minSmart Women Read RomanceEp. 70 - Hotter Than Ever by Elle KennedyThe episode where I sneak a ménage on the podcast to force Juliette out of her comfort zone! She loved it! Support the show2020-05-131h 13Smart Women Read RomanceEp. 54 - Still by Kennedy RyanThe Grip Series Review - Part 2. Still is the final installment of the epic Gripstol romance! Before we deep dive into the story, listen to Juliette and Jessen list their most anticipated books of 2020 (1:10). Get to know the characters, setting, and tropes during their spoiler-free discussion of Still (11:00). Spoiler Section: Take a deep dive into all the SPOILERY details of one of this incredibly moving second chance romance (13:18). Then, Juliette and Jessen compete in a Showdown where they each offer up their favorite scene to see which one reigns supreme (47:13).Support the show2020-01-1549 minSmart Women Read RomanceEp. 53 - Flow & Grip by Kennedy RyanWhat better way to start 2020 than with the series that landed at the top of our "Best of 2019 reads" list! One of the best love stories that we've ever read. PERIOD. Before we deep dive into the story, listen to Juliette and Jessen list their 2020 resolutions (1:10). Get to know the characters, setting, and tropes during their spoiler-free discussion of The Grip series (5:07). Spoiler Section: Take a deep dive into all the SPOILERY details of one of this incredibly moving second chance romance (11:37). Then, Juliette and Jessen compete in a Showdown where they each offer up their favorite scene to se...2020-01-081h 05Smart Women Read RomanceMinisode 13 - Wolf Gone Wild by Juliette Cross Sneak PeakSupport the show2020-01-0317 minSmart Women Read RomanceEp. 50 - Wrapped Up in You by Jill ShalvisA less cliche, Christmas-heavy romance this time around! An opposites attract romance with just a hint of the holiday season for those who don't enjoy straight up holiday romances. Before we deep dive into the story, listen to Juliette & Jessen discuss the right time to decorate for Christmas and Jessen's experience working retail during the holidays (00:59). Get to know the characters, setting, and tropes during their spoiler-free discussion of Wrapped Up in You (13:18). Spoiler Section: Juliette and Jessen compete in a Showdown where they each offer up their favorite scene to see which one reigns supreme (17:04). Then, take a d...2019-12-1141 minSmart Women Read RomanceEp. 49 - Montana Secret Santa by Debra SalonenIt's the holiday season and we're kicking off the month of December with a cute Christmas romance set in the fictional town of Marietta, Montana! Before we deep dive into the story, listen to Juliette and Jessen discuss Christmas traditions and Jessen's most memorable Christmas present (1:06). Get to know the characters, setting, and tropes during their spoiler-free discussion of Montana Secret Santa (8:45). Spoiler Section: Juliette and Jessen compete in a Showdown where they each offer up their favorite scene to see which one reigns supreme (12:54). Then, take a deep dive into all the SPOILERY details of this holiday romance (18:00).2019-12-0446 minSmart Women Read RomanceEp. 48 - When We Kiss by Tia LouiseHOT SEX SCENES AHEAD! Guys, we could not stop talking about the smoking hot sex scenes between our main characters. Tia Louise sure know how to write 'em! Before we deep dive into the story, listen to Juliette discuss some Game of Thrones news that they are really excited about if the length of this chit chat is anything to go by (00:53). Get to know the characters, setting, and tropes during their spoiler-free discussion of When We Kiss (8:32). Spoiler Section: Juliette and Jessen compete in a Showdown where they each offer up their favorite scene to see which one r...2019-11-2049 minSmart Women Read RomanceEp. 47 - The One You Can't Forget by Roni LorenThis entire series is amazing, but we think you can guess why Jessen wanted to review this one for the podcast....hottie chef. It's a weakness! Before we deep dive into the story, listen to Juliette discuss Jessen's book bible project that she insisted she do for Wolf Gone Wild and their plot parties (1:44). Get to know the characters, setting, and tropes during their spoiler-free discussion of The One You Can't Forget (9:03). Spoiler Section: Juliette and Jessen compete in a Showdown where they each offer up their favorite scene to see which one reigns supreme (15:36). Then, take a deep d...2019-11-131h 24Smart Women Read RomanceEp. 46 - Beard Necessities by Penny ReidThe HEA we've all been waiting for! Billy and Claire will finally come to terms with their tragic past and move forward with the help of the well-meaning Winston Brood. Before we deep dive into the story, listen to Jessen explain why she is only mostly dead while recording this episode and how the universe is having a laugh at her optimism (1:00). Get to know the characters, setting, and tropes during their spoiler-free discussion of Beard Necessities (3:45). Spoiler Section: Juliette and Jessen compete in a Showdown where they each offer up their favorite scene to see which one reigns s...2019-11-061h 06Smart Women Read RomanceEp. 45 - Beard with Me by Penny ReidTechnically not a romance book in its own right, but it IS a part of the Billy and Claire duet. A very integral part in our opinion. Touted for being the most angsty book that Penny has delivered in the Winston Brother series, Juliette and Jessen found that the reading experience was enjoyable, and not too much to bear. Before we deep dive into the story, listen to Jessen and Juliette sort the Winston siblings into Hogwarts Houses (1:10). Get to know the characters, setting, and tropes during their spoiler-free discussion of Beard with Me (10:08). Spoiler Section: Juliette and Jessen c...2019-10-301h 38Smart Women Read RomanceEp. 44 - Baking Me Crazy by Karla SorensenMore books in the Pennyverse?! Yes, please! We are so excited to discover new authors writing in one of our favorite settings, Green Valley. Before we deep dive into the story, listen to Jessen and Juliette talk about their wacky dreams (1:01). Get to know the characters, setting, and tropes during their spoiler-free discussion of Baking Me Crazy (5:33). Spoiler Section: Juliette and Jessen compete in a Showdown where they each offer up their favorite scene to see which one reigns supreme (9:18). Then, take a deep dive into all the SPOILERY details of this friends to lovers romance (15:57).Support t...2019-10-231h 09Smart Women Read RomanceEp. 43 - Earls Just Want to Have Fun by Shana GalenAfter months and months of Juliette's pleading, we are finally featuring her favorite Shana Galen book! I am kicking myself for waiting this long. Before we deep dive into the story, listen to a brief chit-chat/check-in with Jessen and Juliette where they talk about tv streaming services and FOMO (00:57). Get to know the characters, setting, and tropes during their spoiler-free discussion of Earls Just Want to Have Fun (6:57). Spoiler Section: Juliette and Jessen compete in a Showdown where they each offer up their favorite scene to see which one reigns supreme (10:43). Then, take a deep dive into all t...2019-10-161h 16Smart Women Read RomanceEp. 42 - Work for It by Talia HibbertOur first M/M romance! Whoop! Before we deep dive into the story, listen to a brief chit-chat/check-in with Jessen and Juliette talk about how Jessen's controversial "sexiest accent" statement made in Episode 39 played out on The Swoon Zone (1:20). Get to know the characters, setting, and tropes during their spoiler-free discussion of Work for It (5:20). Spoiler Section: Juliette and Jessen compete in a Showdown where they each offer up their favorite scene to see which one reigns supreme (11:06). Then, take a deep dive into all the SPOILERY details of this intense opposites attract romance (16:03).Support the s...2019-10-0959 minSmart Women Read RomanceEp. 41 - Talon by Carian ColeWe're back in the Ashes & Embers world, and this time with the famous #cockstar guitar player, Talon! Before we deep dive into the story, listen to a brief chit-chat/check-in with Jessen and Juliette talk about all of Jessen's adolescent boy band dreams coming true (1:14). Get to know the characters, setting, and tropes during their spoiler-free discussion of Talon (6:04). Spoiler Section: Juliette and Jessen compete in a Showdown where they each offer up their favorite scene to see which one reigns supreme (10:23). Then, take a deep dive into all the SPOILERY details of this super unique twist on a m...2019-10-021h 23Smart Women Read RomanceEp. 40 - Project Duchess by Sabrina JeffriesBefore we deep dive into the story, listen to a brief chit-chat/check-in with Jessen and Juliette talk about how Jessen keeps historical fashion straight and what she thinks about the trends of the early 1800s (0:54). Get to know the characters, setting, and tropes during their spoiler-free discussion of Project Duchess (4:20). Spoiler Section: Juliette and Jessen compete in a Showdown where they each offer up their favorite scene to see which one reigns supreme (9:01). Then, take a deep dive into all the SPOILERY details of this amazing enemies to lovers historical romance with a bit of a murder mystery (14:11).2019-09-251h 11Smart Women Read RomanceEp. 39 - Third Grave Dead Ahead by Darynda Jones"Son of Satan" - a swoony chant that I heard from dozens of screaming fans during a panel at RT Vegas. After eliciting such a reaction, I had to find out who this hero was and holy hell was I glad I did! Before we deep dive into the story, listen to a brief chit-chat/check-in with Jessen and Juliette talk about Jessen's new obsession with rugby, the Amazon documentary on the NZ All Blacks, and the debate on what is the sexiest accent: Scottish or Kiwi (1:07). Get to know the characters, setting, and tropes during their spoiler-free discussion...2019-09-181h 24Smart Women Read RomanceEp. 38 - Sapphire Flames by Ilona AndrewsOne of my favorite things about this podcast is having a ton of new people to speculate about ongoing romance series. This is a big one! Not only do we get a change in POV for the series, but we have some new mysteries to uncover to go along with those plot threads that were left hanging at the end of Wildfire (Hidden Legacy #3). Before we deep dive into the story, listen to a brief chit-chat/check-in with Jessen and Juliette talk about kulning and the shenanigans of Juliette's other half who is obsessed with Wolverine (00:56). Get to know...2019-09-111h 19Smart Women Read RomanceEp. 36 - Dirty Talker by Piper RayneBefore we deep dive into the story, listen to a brief chit-chat/check-in with Jessen and Juliette talk about potatoes v. rice and what's acceptable to put in chili (00:56). Get to know the characters, setting, and tropes during their spoiler-free discussion of Dirty Talker (5:12). Spoiler Section: Juliette and Jessen compete in a Showdown where they each offer up their favorite scene to see which one reigns supreme (09:12). Then, take a deep dive into all the SPOILERY details of this enemies to lover romance (12:55).Support the show2019-08-2854 minSmart Women Read RomanceEp. 35 - When Beauty Tamed the Beast by Eloisa JamesBefore we deep dive into the story, listen to a brief chit-chat/check-in with Jessen and Juliette talk about Mama Mia and Jessen's past obsession with putting on Celine Dion performances (01:00). Get to know the characters, setting, and tropes during their spoiler-free discussion of When Beauty Tamed the Beast (6:01). Spoiler Section: Juliette and Jessen compete in a Showdown where they each offer up their favorite scene to see which one reigns supreme (14:12). Then, take a deep dive into all the SPOILERY details of our favorite historical romance retelling of Beauty and the Beast (19:18).Support the show2019-08-211h 25Smart Women Read RomanceEp. 34 - Angels' Blood by Nalini SinghBefore we deep dive into the story, listen to a brief chit-chat/check-in with Jessen and Juliette talk about looking forward to 2020 - we know, Jessen is crazy! The google doc for our 2020 episode list will be available to our Sweetheart - and higher tier - level patrons (00:54). Get to know the characters, setting, and tropes during their spoiler-free discussion of Angels' Blood (3:30). Spoiler Section: Juliette and Jessen compete in a Showdown where they each offer up their favorite scene to see which one reigns supreme (10:50). Then, take a deep dive into all the SPOILERY details of this epic p...2019-08-141h 38Smart Women Read RomanceEp. 33 - That Kind of Guy by Talia HibbertBefore we deep dive into the story, listen to a brief chit-chat/check-in with Jessen and Juliette talk about Blush Magazine and curvy heroines (01:01). Get to know the characters, setting, and tropes during their spoiler-free discussion of That Kind of Guy (4:29). Spoiler Section: Juliette and Jessen compete in a Showdown where they each offer up their favorite scene to see which one reigns supreme (11:14). Then, take a deep dive into all the SPOILERY details of this heart-warming, friends to lovers romcom with a really cool twist (15:42).Support the show2019-08-071h 20Smart Women Read RomanceEp. 32 - Egomaniac by Vi KeelandBefore we deep dive into the story, listen to a brief chit-chat/check-in with Jessen and Juliette talk about Jessen's encountering with The Bunny of Death (00:48). Get to know the characters, setting, and tropes during their spoiler-free discussion of Egomaniac (4:52). Spoiler Section: Juliette and Jessen compete in a Showdown where they each offer up their favorite scene to see which one reigns supreme (9:14). Then, take a deep dive into all the SPOILERY details of this hilarious friends to lovers romance involving a divorce attorney and a marriage counselor (14:49).Support the show2019-07-311h 10Smart Women Read RomanceEp. 31 - Bittersweet by Sarina BowenBefore we deep dive into the story, listen to a brief chit-chat/check-in with Jessen and Juliette talk about Ollie bookblocking Jessen while she's reading and being cat v dog person (01:00). Get to know the characters, setting, and tropes during their spoiler-free discussion of Bittersweet (4:45). Spoiler Section: Juliette and Jessen compete in a Showdown where they each offer up their favorite scene to see which one reigns supreme (12:38). Then, take a deep dive into all the SPOILERY details of this beautiful friends to lovers smartypants romance (15:00).Support the show2019-07-241h 12Smart Women Read RomanceEp. 29 - Dating-ish by Penny ReidBefore we deep dive into the story, listen to a brief chit-chat/check-in with Jessen and Juliette talk about seasonal music preferences and Goodreads reading challenge goals (00:53). Get to know the characters, setting, and tropes during their spoiler-free discussion of Dating-ish (6:30). Spoiler Section: Juliette and Jessen compete in a Showdown where they each offer up their favorite scene to see which one reigns supreme (12:48). Then, take a deep dive into all the SPOILERY details of this beautiful friends to lovers smartypants romance (17:50).Support the show2019-07-101h 04Smart Women Read RomanceEp. 28 - Parental Guidance by Avery FlynnBefore we deep dive into the story, listen to a brief chit-chat/check-in with Jessen and Juliette talk about 2019 - The Year of Keanu Reeves (00:56). Get to know the characters, setting, and tropes during their spoiler-free discussion of Parental Guidance (4:33). Spoiler Section: Juliette and Jessen compete in a Showdown where they each offer up their favorite scene to see which one reigns supreme (8:04). Then, take a deep dive into all the SPOILERY details of this fun dating-app romance (14:13).Support the show2019-07-0359 minSmart Women Read RomanceEp. 27 - The Deal by Elle KennedyIt's here! The Deal is one of our favorite enemies to friends to lovers romance. It's just so well done that we couldn't NOT include it on the podcast. Before we deep dive into the story, listen to a brief chit-chat/check-in with Jessen and Juliette talk about Top Secret, WAGs, and One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest (01:04). Get to know the characters, setting, and tropes during their spoiler-free discussion of The Deal (6:54). Spoiler Section: Juliette and Jessen compete in a Showdown where they each offer up their favorite scene to see which one reigns supreme (11:32). Then, take a de...2019-06-261h 08Smart Women Read RomanceEp. 26 - When August Ends by Penelope WardAnother age-gap romance! Is Jessen trying to convert anti-age-gappers? Nah, everybody has their likes and dislikes. BUT, we do like to highlight when the trope is done well and not in a creepy way. Penelope Ward delivers a relaxing slowburn romance perfect for summertime. Before we deep dive into the story, listen to a brief chit-chat/check-in with Jessen and Juliette talk about lake vacations and Jessen's run-in with a raccoon (00:58). Get to know the characters, setting, and tropes during their spoiler-free discussion of When August Ends (4:52). Spoiler Section: Juliette and Jessen compete in a Showdown where they each o...2019-06-191h 12Smart Women Read RomanceMinisode 9 - Top Pet Peeves in Romance NovelsAre there certain things that make you want to grind your teeth while reading romance novels? Jessen & Juliette have come up with a list of author/publisher practices, character traits, and plot devices that make us roll our eyes. There's no mention of any specific book or author because that's not how we roll - but there are specific situations that we describe which are grabbed right out of romance books!Support the show2019-06-0535 minSmart Women Read RomanceEp. 25 - The Bride Test by Helen HoangBefore we deep dive into the story, listen to a brief chit-chat/check-in with Jessen and Juliette talk about Blush Magazine and casting our favorite book characters in movies (00:52). Get to know the characters, setting, and tropes during their spoiler-free discussion of The Bride Test (9:58). Spoiler Section: Juliette and Jessen compete in a Showdown where they each offer up their favorite scene to see which one reigns supreme (16:04). Then, take a deep dive into all the SPOILERY details of this slowburn romcom (22:00).Support the show2019-05-291h 13Smart Women Read RomanceEp. 24 - The Unhoneymooners by Christina LaurenBefore we deep dive into the story, listen to a brief chit-chat/check-in with Jessen and Juliette talk about Juliette trip to a comic book store and her own honeymoon in Maui (1:11). Get to know the characters, setting, and tropes during their spoiler-free discussion of The Unhoneymooners (5:59). Spoiler Section: Juliette and Jessen compete in a Showdown where they each offer up their favorite scene to see which one reigns supreme (10:41). Then, take a deep dive into all the SPOILERY details of one of this slowburn enemies to lovers romance (15:11).Support the show2019-05-221h 08Smart Women Read RomanceEp. 23 - The Viscount Who Loved Me by Julia QuinnBefore we deep dive into the story, listen to a brief chit-chat/check-in with Jessen and Juliette talk about book taste testers and book reviewing etiquette (1:04). Get to know the characters, setting, and tropes during their spoiler-free discussion of The Viscount Who Loved Me (2:57). Spoiler Section: Juliette and Jessen compete in a Showdown where they each offer up their favorite scene to see which one reigns supreme (9:25). Then, take a deep dive into all the SPOILERY details of one of this classic historical romance (15:36).Support the show2019-05-151h 07Smart Women Read RomanceEp. 22 - A Promise of Fire by Amanda Bouchet Before we deep dive into the story, listen to a brief chit-chat/check-in with Jessen and Juliette talk about book taste testers and book reviewing etiquette (00:52). Get to know the characters, setting, and tropes during their spoiler-free discussion of Dirty Exes (7:56). Spoiler Section: Juliette and Jessen compete in a Showdown where they each offer up their favorite scene to see which one reigns supreme (14:16). Then, take a deep dive into all the SPOILERY details of one of this love triangle romcom (18:55).Support the show2019-05-081h 06Smart Women Read RomanceEp. 21 - Dirty Exes by Rachel Van DykenA woman scorned, Blaire has made a business out of exposing cheaters. When she and her best friend are hired by a socialite convinced that her estranged husband is cheating, she runs into The One That Got Away. While gathering intel for her new client, she meets a flirty bartender that she can't help but banter with. This love triangle will have you at the edge of your seat wondering which guy is the RIGHT guy for Blaire. Before we deep dive into the story, listen to a brief chit-chat/check-in with Jessen and Juliette talk about Jessen's Quick...2019-05-011h 07Smart Women Read RomanceEp. 20 - Magic Bleeds by Ilona AndrewsMythology, magic, shifters, vampires - you name it, Magic Bleeds has it! Welcome to the world of Kate Daniels - our favorite urban fantasy romance series! Before we deep dive into the story, listen to a brief chit-chat/check-in with Jessen and Juliette talk about The OA and The Umbrella Academy (00:59). Get to know the characters, setting, and tropes during their spoiler-free discussion of Magic Bleeds (4:46). Spoiler Section: Juliette and Jessen compete in a Showdown where they each offer up their favorite scene to see which one reigns supreme (10:16). Then, take a deep dive into all the SPOILERY details of o...2019-04-241h 12Smart Women Read RomanceEp. 19 - Talk British to Me by Robin BielmanWho doesn't love a good accent? Juliette and Jessen sure do - especially if it's Scottish! Get ready for this hilarious secret identity, friends-to-lovers themed romance - it's gonna be a fun ride! Before we deep dive into their story, listen to a brief chit-chat/check-in with Jessen and Juliette talk about unusual names - like Jessen - and Juliette's trouble with shutting off her writer brain (00:52). Get to know the characters, setting, and tropes during their spoiler-free discussion of Talk British to Me (4:26). Spoiler Section: Juliette and Jessen compete in a Showdown where they each offer up their fav...2019-04-1756 minSmart Women Read RomanceMinisode 7 - Game of Thrones: Ships and PredictionsCall the banners because Winter Is Here! We've got our fangirl t-shirts, wine, and decorations all ready for Sunday. Before the premiere of Game of Thrones, Jessen and Juliette discuss their favorite romance ships, their most anticipated character reunions, and predictions on who will be the last man/woman standing by the end of the final season!Support the show2019-04-1234 minSmart Women Read RomanceEp. 18 - Devil's Daughter by Lisa KleypasYou've heard us drool over Sebastian St. Vincent in Episode 6, now meet his daughter Phoebe in this wonderful historical romance filled with out favorite tropes. You'll see quite a few cameos from Kleypas' other series, including Sebastian and Evie themselves! Before we deep dive into their story, listen to a brief chit-chat/check-in with Jessen and Juliette talk about the musical Hamilton (01:26). Get to know the characters, setting, and tropes during their spoiler-free discussion of Devil's Daughter (4:29). Spoiler Section: Juliette and Jessen compete in a Showdown where they each offer up their favorite scene to see which one reigns supr...2019-04-101h 08Smart Women Read RomanceEp. 17 - The Opposite of You by Rachel HigginsonNeed any salt with that burn? Vera, a food truck owner, and the renowned head chef of Lilou - Killian Quinn - go head to head, when Vera parks right across from his restaurant. Sparks fly and these rival chefs become something more during the course of their friendly (oftentimes hilarious) competition. One of our favorite enemies-to-lovers plots! Before we deep dive into their story, listen to a brief chit-chat/check-in with Jessen and Juliette as they talk about their major anticipation of the final season of Game of Thrones (00:58). Get to know the characters, setting, and tropes during th...2019-04-031h 05Smart Women Read RomanceMinisode 6 - I Instalove YouSome romances keep you on your toes - dragging out the story and making our characters work for their HEA. And then there are INSTALOVE romances, where the hero and heroine know that something is special right from the first. Jessen and Juliette discuss what they find makes instalove romances more realistic, and give examples of book that get it right!Support the show2019-03-2920 minSmart Women Read RomanceEp. 16 - Torn by Carian Cole The ultimate journey of friends to lovers - Torn will tear you up and put you back together again. Age-gap romances are hard to do well, but Carian Cole has got the magic touch and tackles the tough-to-tell stories in a way that feels completely realistic. Kenzie and Toren have a unique relationship and it grows and changes throughout the years. Before we deep dive into their story, listen to a brief chit-chat/check-in with Jessen and Juliette as they talk about the Starz adaptations of Philippa Gregory's novels (1:14). Get to know the characters, setting, and tropes during their sp...2019-03-271h 16Smart Women Read RomanceEp. 15 - Lingus by Mariana ZapataBeyond excited for this review because Lingus needs a whole hellavalot more love than it gets. It's one of our top three Zapata books and we are here to share the love. And yes, the title means exactly what you're thinking! Buckle up for this unconventional friends-to-lovers romance. Before we deep dive into their story, listen to a brief chit-chat/check-in with Jessen and Juliette as they talk about appendectomies and grand-parent names - we were very random in this round of chit-chats (00:56). Get to know the characters, setting, and tropes during their spoiler-free discussion of Lingus (6:21). Spoiler Section: Jul...2019-03-201h 04Smart Women Read RomanceEp. 14 - Long Shot by Kennedy Ryan***TRIGGER WARNING***This episode will discuss scenes depicting sexual assault and violence, which may be upsetting to listeners. "I'd play you at the five." Que major swoon, because August West is taking a shot at winning the heart of Iris - but the play isn't that simple. It's not an easy road to their HEA, but the journey is raw and real. Before we deep dive into their story, listen to a brief chit-chat/check-in with Jessen and Juliette as they talk about the wonders of synesthesia and recording with a lot of eyes...2019-03-131h 20Smart Women Read RomanceEp. 13 - The Duke with the Dragon Tattoo by Kerrigan ByrnePirate-historical romance? Yes, please! The harrowing story of the survivors of Newgate Prison continues in Kerrigan Byrne's latest installment which focuses on The Rook. He may not remember his past, but fans of the Victorian Rebels series are sure to connect a few dots to discover his identity! Before we get into the fangirling zone, listen to a brief chit-chat/check-in with Jessen and Juliette as they talk about Jessen's moving struggles and the new role that Juliette's husband is playing in Legally Blonde(00:48). Get to know the characters, setting, and tropes during their spoiler-free discussion of The Duke...2019-03-061h 07Smart Women Read RomanceMinisode 5 - With Love from LouisianaTo celebrate the Mardi Gras season, Juliette and Jessen give listeners a glimpse of what life is like living in the Acadiana area of Louisiana! They clear up common misconceptions popularized by Hollywood, explore the different cultures around Acadiana, and have a mini lesson in Cajun lingo. Stick around for a small sample of zydeco music to cap off the episode!Support the show2019-03-0130 minSmart Women Read RomanceEp. 12 - Beard Science by Penny ReidYou all knew this one was coming. We have waxed poetic about our favorite sexual lumbersnack and the not-so-Banana-Cake-Queen in previous episodes as well as our Book Boyfriend and Girlcrush minisodes. Now you get an entire episode dedicated to Cletus Winston and Jennifer Sylvester! We also have a special segment where you get Juliette's live reaction to reading selected parts of Dr. Strange Beard. Before we get into the fangirling zone, listen to a brief chit-chat/check-in with Jessen and Juliette as they talk about Les Miserables in New Orleans, the Sazerac, and a book rec from our listeners (00:59...2019-02-271h 20Smart Women Read RomanceEp. 11 - Darkfever by Karen Marie MoningThe book that started it all! Darkfever was the catalyst that sparked our fangirly bookclub of two. Is this a romance? Why, yes...yes it is - even though the romance element is on the slowest of slowburns, we stan for Mac and Barrons! Before we go nuts on our obsession with this series, listen to a brief chit-chat/check-in with Jessen and Juliette as they talk about the Game of Thrones S8 teaser, upcoming minisodes, and John Bernthal (00:54). Get to know the characters, setting, and tropes during their spoiler-free discussion of Darkfever (7:11). Spoiler Section: Juliette and Jessen compete...2019-02-201h 16Smart Women Read RomanceEp. 10 - 99 Percent Mine by Sally ThorneThis book is 100% worth the wait and the perfect selection for a buddy read book review episode. Before we go Valeska on this episode, listen to a brief chit-chat/check-in with Jessen and Juliette as they talk about Mardi Gras season in South Louisiana, who has the best King Cakes, and city vs rural Mardi Gras celebrations (00:50). Get to know the characters, setting, and tropes during their spoiler-free discussion of 99 Percent Mine (5:29). Spoiler Section: Juliette and Jessen compete in a Showdown where they each offer up their favorite scene to see which one reigns supreme (11:27)! Then, take a deep...2019-02-131h 08Smart Women Read RomanceMinisode 3 - Our Top Book BoyfriendsWhat's your favorite flavor of Book Boyfriend? Alpha with a capital "A", sweet and vulnerable, the boy who brings all the laughs to the yard, or a combination of all three? Jessen and Juliette are sharing each of their top five book boyfriends and what makes them stand out from all the rest! Support the show2019-02-0828 minSmart Women Read RomanceEp. 9 - Play by Kylie ScottDrum roll please! Mal Erickson is in the house and he is determined to play his way into your heart. Before we Stage Dive into this rockstar romance, listen to a brief chit-chat/check-in with Jessen and Juliette as they talk about the romance-podcast community, their 2019 reading goals, and two new series that Juliette is writing (00:47). Get to know the characters, setting, and tropes during their spoiler-free discussion of Play (7:00). Spoiler Section: Juliette and Jessen compete in a Showdown where they each offer up their favorite scene to see which one reigns supreme (13:03)! Then, take a deep dive into...2019-02-061h 09Smart Women Read RomanceEp. 8 - Burn for Me by Ilona AndrewsIs it hot in here? Mad Rogan must be near! *grumbles about cheesy rhyming* Ignore that... back to the important stuff - MAGIC. Specifically an epic urban fantasy romance set in a world where magic is power and the Houses rule. Nevada Baylor is just trying to keep her family business afloat, but gets roped into a dangerous game of cat and mouse between the powerful families of Houston. Before we begin swooning over all things Mad Rogan, listen to a brief chit-chat/check-in with Jessen and Juliette as they talk about their affectionate nature when it comes to...2019-01-301h 12Smart Women Read RomanceEp. 7 - The Hating Game by Sally ThorneThere is a fine line between love and hate... Lucy and Josh can attest to that. This steamy office romance will have you at the edge of your seat screaming "Stop toeing the line and kiss already!" But first, a brief chit-chat/check-in with Jessen and Juliette as they talk about the interesting things each have found while digging into their ancestry - Notre Dame organist and moonshine makers (00:52). Get to know the characters, setting, and tropes during their spoiler-free discussion of The Hating Game (6:14). Spoiler Section: Juliette and Jessen compete in a Showdown where they each offer up...2019-01-231h 08Smart Women Read RomanceMinisode 2 - Reylo: A Star Wars Love StoryYes, we are those people and we don't care who knows it! Reylo is a thing and we are still rooting for them. Jessen & Juliette discuss all of the clues from both The Force Awakens and The Last Jedi to convince you that this love will not be silenced. We know we aren't alone out there, and have a Pinterest board filled with Reylo art to prove it!Support the show2019-01-1828 minSmart Women Read RomanceEp. 6 - Devil in Winter by Lisa KleypasIt's historical romance time! Our wallflower, Evangeline Jenner, has her hands full with the notoriously rakish Sebastien St. Vincent. Humor, intrigue, and moments so sweet you will melt - this book has it all! First, a brief chit-chat/check-in with Jessen and Juliette as they rave about Lore Olympus - a free serial comic and retelling of a modern day love story between Hades and Persephone (00:51). Get to know the characters, setting, and tropes during their spoiler-free discussion of Devil in Winter (4:36). Spoiler Section: Juliette and Jessen compete in a Showdown where they each offer up their favorite scene...2019-01-161h 06Smart Women Read RomanceEp. 5 - Kulti by Mariana ZapataLittle snails, German chocolate cake, and tacos! Seems random, right? WRONG! Gather around schneckes because we are reviewing Kulti! But first, a brief chit-chat/check-in with Jessen and Juliette as they laugh about a raunchy weather app (00:54). Get to know the characters, setting, and tropes during their spoiler-free discussion of this slow-burn romance (2:42). Spoiler Section: Juliette and Jessen compete in a Showdown where they each offer up their favorite scene to see which one reigns supreme (5:21)! Then, take a deep dive into all of the book's full SPOILERY glory (8:13).Support the show2019-01-0957 minSmart Women Read RomanceMinisode 1 - Hot DumbledoreJude Law is Dumbledaddy and we are here for it! Take a trip into the wizarding world as we talk about swoon-worthy characters and show our House pride. Can you guess what house Juliette and Jessen were sorted into? *Minor spoilers for Fantastic Beasts: Crimes of Grindelwald*Support the show2019-01-0433 minSmart Women Read RomanceEp. 4 - Spell of the Highlander by Karen Marie MoningTime-traveling Highlanders, oh my! The Keltar's will worm their way into your heart, but we've only got eyes for Cian in this book review. First, a brief chit-chat/check-in with Jessen and Juliette as they discuss a glittery car-catastrophe and Netflix's Daredevil (00:57). Get to know the characters, setting, and tropes during their spoiler-free discussion of Spell of the Highlander (3:05). Spoiler Section: Juliette and Jessen compete in a Showdown where they each offer up their favorite scene to see which one reigns supreme (8:28)! Then, take a deep dive into all of the book's full SPOILERY glory (11:00). Support the s...2019-01-011h 01Smart Women Read RomanceEp. 3 - The Kiss Quotient by Helen HoangJoin us as we review the #1 Romance book of the 2018 Goodreads Choice awards, The Kiss Quotient! But first, a brief chit-chat/check-in with Jessen and Juliette as they discuss This is Us and their anticipation for the final season of Game of Thrones (00:54). Get to know the characters, setting, and tropes during their spoiler-free discussion of Helen Hoang's debut novel (4:31). Then, take a deep dive into all of the book's full SPOILERY glory (9:14).Support the show2019-01-011h 11Smart Women Read RomanceEp. 2 - Kiss of Snow by Nalini SinghFirst up, a brief chit-chat/check-in with Jessen and Juliette as they discuss their favorite things about Halloween (00:53). Get to know the characters, setting, and tropes during their spoiler-free discussion of Kiss of Snow (2:20), and *BONUS* Juliette and Jessen talk about their first time meeting Nalini Singh in the flesh (3:30). Then, take a deep dive into all of the book's full SPOILERY glory (11:24). Juliette and Jessen compete in a Showdown where they each offer up their favorite scene to see which one reigns supreme (1:12:17)!Support the show2019-01-011h 16Smart Women Read RomanceEp. 1 - Truth or Beard by Penny ReidWe are officially official, peeps! Start off with a brief chit-chat/check-in with Jessen and Juliette as they discuss current TV shows: AHS and Survivor (00:58). Get to know the characters, setting, and tropes during their spoiler-free discussion of Penny Reid's 'Truth or Beard' - the first book in the Winston Brother series (3:27). Then, take a deep dive into all of the book's full SPOILERY glory (14:28). Juliette and Jessen compete in a Showdown where they each offer up their favorite scene to see which one reigns supreme (1:11:40)!Support the show2019-01-011h 17Smart Women Read RomanceEp. 0 - Get to Know UsJessen and Juliette bond over their shared love of romance novels, discuss favorite tropes, and their romance origins. We started this podcast as a big middle finger to the stigma associated with reading and loving romance novels. We love to fangirl about our favorite books, authors, and characters and are challenging people to think of romance novels as more than just "mommy porn" - though there's nothing wrong with a copious amount of sexy times. Bring that *ish on!Support the show2018-12-2637 minSmart Women Read RomanceSmart Women Read Romance TrailerGet ready for a fun book review podcast where Jessen and Juliette fan-girl over their favorite romance novels.Support the show2018-12-1701 min