Wine and Spines

Wine and Spines

por Lauren & Riann

8: The Wedding People

Get ready to clink glasses and dive into the world of The Wedding People by Alison Espach! This week on Wine and Spines, we're pouring out our thoughts (and some delightful wine!) on this hilarious and heartfelt novel. We'll be discussing the hilariously relatable cringe, Phoebe's journey to finding herself amidst the chaos, and the deeper themes hiding beneath the cake frosting. So grab your favorite glass, pop open a bottle of something bubbly (or perhaps something to commiserate with!), and join us for a spirited discussion that’s more fun than an open bar at a wedding! You won't want to miss it! Featured Wine: Cooper Hawks Vin Chocolat Noir Disclaimer: This episode is intended for entertainment purposes only and we may not pronounce character(s) or author(s) names correctly. Follow Wine and Spines on Instagram, or email us with any book recommendations you want to hear us discuss: https://www.instagram.com/wineandspinespodcast/ wineandspinespod@gmail.com

7: The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue

Grab a glass and settle in your favorite cozy spot because this week on Wine & Spines, we're diving headfirst into V.E. Schwab's absolutely enchanting and heart-wrenching masterpiece, The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue! 🍷✨ Join your hosts, Lauren and Riann, and a very special book club guest as they unpack what it truly means to live forever, only to be forgotten by everyone you meet. We're talking centuries of solitude, a captivating deal with the devil (hello, Luc!), and the one boy who might just remember Addie. From Addie's incredible resilience to the sheer beauty of Schwab's prose, we'll be gushing, debating, and maybe even swooning over Luc and/or Henry? Did Addie make the right choice? Would you trade the memory of yourself for immortality? And what did you think of that ending?! Pour yourself something delightful, get comfy, and let's get lost in the unforgettable, yet invisible, life of Addie LaRue! Disclaimer: This episode is intended for entertainment purposes only and we may not pronounce character(s) or author(s) names correctly. Follow Wine and Spines on Instagram, or email us with any book recommendations you want to hear us discuss: https://www.instagram.com/wineandspinespodcast/ wineandspinespod@gmail.com

Mini Episode: April TBR

Get ready for some serious book chat! In this episode, we're diving headfirst into our April TBR piles, and let's just say things didn't quite go as planned. Join us as we spill the tea on which books we actually conquered, the ones that sadly collected dust, and all the juicy thoughts we had along the way. Did we find our next five-star read or a DNF disaster? Tune in to find out if our April reading goals were a triumphant success or a hilarious flop! Disclaimer: This episode is intended for entertainment purposes only and we may not pronounce character(s) or author(s) names correctly. Don't forget to subscribe to Wine and Spines so you don't miss our next deep dive! And as always, let us know your theories in the comments – we love hearing from you. Cheers, and happy reading! https://www.instagram.com/wineandspinespodcast/ wineandspinespod@gmail.com

Mini Episode: Onyx Storm Aftermath; The Lilith Legacy

Grab your favorite wine and settle in, because we're diving deep into the Empyrean series. Could Lilith Sorrengail have already been turning venin when Violet was born? What subtle clues might we have missed, and how does this chilling possibility reshape everything we thought we knew about Violet's early life and her parents’ motivations? But the intrigue doesn't stop there. With the recent… developments… regarding a certain brooding wing leader, we're swirling our glasses and pondering a truly burning question: could Violet be pregnant? And if so, could this unexpected development be the key to pulling Xaden back from the darkness of being venin? Is a life-altering bond the only thing strong enough to sever another? We'll delve into the lore, dissect character motivations, and maybe even indulge in a little wishful thinking. Join us as we explore the potential implications of a tiny Sorrengail-Riorson, the favor of the gods, familial ties, and whether love, in all its forms, can truly conquer all – even the insidious draw of venin. Disclaimer: This episode is intended for entertainment purposes only and we may not pronounce character(s) or author(s) names correctly. Don't forget to subscribe to Wine and Spines so you don't miss our next deep dive! And as always, let us know your theories in the comments – we love hearing from you. Cheers, and happy reading! https://www.instagram.com/wineandspinespodcast/ wineandspinespod@gmail.com

6: The Nickel Boys

Hey there, fellow bookworms and wine enthusiasts! Get ready to uncork your thoughts and pour yourself a glass because this episode we're diving deep into Colson Whitehead's powerful and poignant novel, The Nickel Boys. Join us as we navigate the harrowing corridors of the Nickel Academy, a juvenile reform school in Florida that concealed a brutal reality beneath its façade of rehabilitation. We'll explore the intertwined fates of Elwood, a young idealist shaped by the Civil Rights movement, and Turner, a pragmatic survivor. What does it mean to be innocent in a system designed to crush you? How does the legacy of racial injustice continue to haunt the present? And what truths can we learn so that history doesn’t repeat itself? We'll wrestle with these tough questions and more, all while suggesting a wine pairing to complement the emotional journey of this unforgettable book. Whether you've already been moved by The Nickel Boys or are picking it up for the first time, grab a bottle, settle in, and let's explore the complexities of memory, resilience, and the enduring fight for justice, one page and one sip at a time. Disclaimer: This episode is intended for entertainment purposes only and we may not pronounce character(s) or author(s) names correctly. Follow Wine and Spines on Instagram, or email us with any book recommendations you want to hear us discuss: https://www.instagram.com/wineandspinespodcast/ wineandspinespod@gmail.com

Mini Episode: Onyx Storm Aftermath; The Sevenfold Conspiracy

Pour yourself a generous glass and settle in, fellow fantasy fanatics, because this week on Wine & Spines, we're diving deep into the swirling mysteries of Onyx Storm! We've uncorked a theory so compelling (and perhaps a little bit wild) that it has us questioning everything we thought we knew. Join us as we explore the Sevenfold Conspiracy: the intriguing notion that the seven distinct dragon breeds, the prophesied seven new riders, and the ancient seven gods of this world are all inextricably linked. Are their appearances merely coincidence, or is there a grand, cosmic design at play? Grab your favorite beverage, your comfiest reading chair, and get ready to have your mind blown. This is one theory you won't want to miss! Listen now on Apple and Spotify! Follow us on Instagram for more bookish discussions and wine-fueled insights! https://www.instagram.com/wineandspinespodcast/ wineandspinespod@gmail.com

5: Once Upon a Broken Heart

Ready for a twisted fairy tale with a side of red wine? This week on Wine and Spines, we're diving headfirst into Stephanie Garber's Once Upon a Broken Heart! Think exciting magic, swoon-worthy (but maybe deadly) romance, and secrets that could shatter everything. We're asking the big questions: Can you trust a heartbreaker? What's the real cost of a wish? And is this book the fantasy escape you've been craving? So grab your glass, settle in, and prepare for a captivating conversation about Once Upon a Broken Heart. Trust us, you won't want to miss this! Disclaimer: This episode is intended for entertainment purposes only and we may not pronounce character(s) or author(s) names correctly. Follow Wine and Spines on Instagram, or email us with any book recommendations you want to hear us discuss: https://www.instagram.com/wineandspinespodcast/ wineandspinespod@gmail.com

Mini Episode: Onyx Storm Aftermath, Are the Dragons... the Real Villains?

In this part one mini-episode, we're diving deep into the swirling theories surrounding Book 4 of Rebecca Yarros' Empyrean series. With the dust barely settled from Onyx Storm, speculation is running wild. Are the dragons the benevolent allies we thought they were, or is there a darker, more complex truth lurking beneath their scales? We'll dissect key moments and explore potential foreshadowing. Join us as we unpack the possibility that our beloved dragons might not be the heroes we believed them to be. Prepare for some wild theories and get ready to question everything you thought you knew! If you have any theories you want to share, reach out on email or on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wineandspinespodcast/ wineandspinespod@gmail.com

4: The Last Time I Lied

Grab a glass and settle in, Spine Tinglers! This week on Wine and Spines, we're unraveling the chilling secrets of Riley Sager's "The Last Time I Lied." Join us as we delve into the haunting atmosphere of Camp Nightingale, where buried memories and deadly deceptions lurk beneath the surface. We'll be dissecting unreliable narrators and the suspenseful twists along the way. Tune in for a lively discussion, a few gasps, and maybe even a spill or two (secrets, not wine!). Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review – we love hearing from fellow bookworms and wine enthusiasts! Cheers! Disclaimer: This episode is intended for entertainment purposes only and we may not pronounce character(s) or author(s) names correctly. Sources: https://www.supersummary.com/the-last-time-i-lied/discussion-questions/ Follow Wine and Spines on Instagram, or email us with any book recommendations you want to hear us discuss: https://www.instagram.com/wineandspinespodcast/ wineandspinespod@gmail.com

Mini Episode: Guess That Book

Think you know your books? Prove it! In this Wine & Spines mini-episode, we're putting our literary knowledge to the ultimate test with "Guess That Book: 1-Star Review Edition." Riann and Lauren will read the most scathing, hilarious, and downright ruthless 1-star reviews and challenge each other to name the book. Can you guess them all? Tune in to test your skills! Follow Wine and Spines for more: https://www.instagram.com/wineandspinespodcast/ Email us any book recommendations you want to hear us discuss: wineandspinespod@gmail.com

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