Badass Literature Society
Simply a book review podcast. We read the books, then we talk about them. Each review is in two parts: a spoiler-free summary and review, and then a spoiler-heavy in-depth discussion and review. Logo designed by Justin Miller @justinmiller.design
Episodes
96 episodes
Book Quiz
In this bonus episode, we’re putting ourselves on the spot with a series of fun, random, bookish questions! Tt’s a laid-back, unscripted conversation. So, grab a warm drink, settle in, and play along with us as we share our answers and plenty o...
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Season 6
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1:04:04
The Housemaid
This month we read and review The Housemaid by Freida McFadden. Like all of our reviews, the first part is spoiler free.Here's a little about The Housemaid:“Welcome to the family,” Nina Winchester says as I shake her elegant, ma...
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Season 6
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Episode 3
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1:36:39
Books We're Looking Forward to in 2025
Join us for a special bonus episode as we dive into the books coming out in 2025 that we're most excited for!From eagerly awaited sequels to groundbreaking debuts, we'll explore a wide range of genres and authors. Hopefully...
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Season 6
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56:37
Holiday Book Quiz
In this bonus episode, we’re putting ourselves on the spot with a series of fun, random, and holiday-themed bookish questions! From cozy winter reads to holiday-themed sequels, and even which character would make the best Santa Claus, it’s a la...
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Season 6
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52:50
Legends & Lattes
This month we read and review Legends & Lattes by Travis Baldree. Like all of our reviews, the first part is spoiler free.Here's a little about Legends & Lattes:After a lifetime of bounties and bloodshed, Viv is hangi...
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Season 6
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Episode 2
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1:10:33
5 Year Anniversary Episode!!!
Wow. It's crazy to think we've been doing this little show for 5 years now! We had a blast recording this episode and going down memory lane together, and we hope you'll love it too. For all our listeners, thank you SO Much for all the support ...
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Season 6
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1:05:53
She Who Became the Sun
This month we read and review She Who Became the Sun by Shelley Parker-Chan. Like all of our reviews, the first part is spoiler free.Here's a little about She Who Became the Sun:To possess the Mandate of Heaven, the female mo...
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Season 6
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Episode 1
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1:22:57
Fate Breaker
For the bonus episode this month Michael & Barbara review the final book in the Realm Breaker Trilogy, Fate Breaker by Victoria Aveyard! Like all of our reviews, the first part is spoiler free.Here's a little about Fate Breaker:...
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Season 5
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1:04:52
How To Solve Your Own Murder
This month we read and review How To Solve Your Own Murder by Kristen Perrin. Like all of our reviews, the first part is spoiler free.Here's a little about How To Solve Your Own Murder:Frances Adams always said she'd be murde...
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Season 5
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Episode 8
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1:11:01
The Women
This month we read and review The Women by Kristin Hannah. Like all of our reviews, the first part is spoiler free.Here's a little about The Women:Women can be heroes. When twenty-year-old nursing student ...
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Season 5
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Episode 7
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1:09:15
Let's Talk Fandoms
On this month's bonus episode we discuss book fandoms and their impact on the book community. Tune in to hear us argue about the pronunciation of Don Quixote...
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Season 5
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41:34
Daughter of the Moon Goddess
This month we read and review Daughter of the Moon Goddess by Sue Lynn Tan. Like all of our reviews, the first part is spoiler free.Here's a little about Daughter of the Moon Goddess:Growing up on the moon, Xingyin is accustomed...
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Season 5
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Episode 6
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1:16:05
The Best Way to Bury Your Husband
This month we read and review The Best Way to Bury Your Husband by Alexia Casale. Like all of our reviews, the first part is spoiler free.Here's a little about The Best Way to Bury Your Husband:A dark comedy about four women com...
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Season 5
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Episode 5
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1:19:10
Our Top 5 Desert Island Books
On this month's bonus episode we discuss which 5 books we would bring if we were stranded on a desert island. Let us know on Instagram which books you would bring and why!
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Season 5
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36:25
Tress of the Emerald Sea
This month we read and review Tress of the Emerald Sea by Brandon Sanderson. Like all of our reviews, the first part is spoiler free.Here's a little about Tress of the Emerald Sea:The only life Tress has known on her island home...
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Season 5
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Episode 4
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54:48
Bonus: Book Debate
On this month's bonus episode we have a live debate about some book-related topics, like e-books vs physical books or audiobooks vs reading. We hope you enjoy the episode!
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Season 5
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52:15
Under the Whispering Door
This month we read and review Under the Whispering Door by TJ Klune. Like all of our reviews, the first part is spoiler free.Here's a little about Under the Whispering Door:When a reaper comes to collect Wallace from his own fun...
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Season 5
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Episode 3
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1:01:09
Author Interview: Bethanie Finger
Hey everyone! Welcome to our newest bonus episode. This one is special though, because we have Bethanie Finger joining us to talk about her debut novel, More Than Life: A YA Historical Fantasy. Enjoy the interview, and don't forget to check out...
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Season 5
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1:18:43
A Magic Steeped in Poison
This month we read and review A Magic Steeped in Poison by Judy I. Lin. Like all of our reviews, the first part is spoiler free.Here's a little about A Magic Steeped in Poison:For Ning, the only thing worse than losing her mothe...
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Season 5
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Episode 2
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57:32
BookTok Bonus V: Speed Round
Tune in for a bonus episode where we do a BookTok challenge and discuss some challenges and reading goals for 2024. For those of you unfamiliar, this is a challenge that can be found on TikTok that we’ve done on the show instead!
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Season 5
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27:11
More Than Life: A YA Historical Fantasy
This month we read and review More Than Life: A YA Historical Fantasy by Bethanie Finger. Like all of our reviews, the first part is spoiler free.Here's a little about More Than Life: A YA Historical Fantasy:A gripping story ...
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Season 5
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Episode 1
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1:21:24
Books We're Looking Forward to in 2024
Join us for a special bonus episode as we dive into the literary landscape of 2024! In this episode, we share our enthusiasm and anticipation for the most exciting books slated for release throughout the year.From eagerly awaited sequels...
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Season 5
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53:15
None of This is True
This month we read and review None of This is True by Lisa Jewell. Like all of our reviews, the first part is spoiler free.Here's a little about None of This is True:Lisa Jewell returns with a scintillating new psychological ...
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Season 4
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Episode 12
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1:30:23