The Paradise Problem by Christina Lauren! THEY NEVER LET US DOWN! We were so thrilled with this story. It was deep. It was adorable. It was funny. It was sweet. UGH it was perfect! Yes it's a trope we've all seen before, and we've seen it done well, but this was a fresh take on the fake dating trope and something all it's own. We loved these charac…

A Fate Inked in Blood by Danielle Jensen was so worth the hype that it got when it was released!! We only wish we had read it sooner! Except now we have to wait until the spring of 2025 to continue our journey with Freya and Bjorn....we can't wait to continue The Saga of the Unfated! Send us recs/questions/comments at Ashandsarahreadandramble@gmail…

Looking back on it, out of context saying I want to be part of a murder probably wasn't a wise statement, but when we're discussing a murder of crows I stand by it. We read Weyward by Emilia Hart and only grew our desire to make sky puppy friends. This one was truly stunning. Hauntingly beautiful. The way the stories of these women were laid out an…

The Heiress by Rachel Hawkins: This one was absolutely nothing like we expected! Mostly because we had no idea what we expected..but it was a solid read. Love or hate Ruby McTavish, we had so much to unfold and discuss afterward and we deem that a success. Also, listen to us ramble about our book collections at the end and check out the TikTok/Inst…

THE Funny Story but one of our favs Emily Henry! New release and absolutely did not disappoint. It's everything you have come to know and love from Emily Henry and definitely a fun read. Did you fall in love with Daphne and Miles? Which one of Emily's books has your whole heart? We have a really hard time choosing! Let us know by emailing us at Ash…

Why yes, that title is a low-key Hangover reference and if that was your first thought we are technically best friends now! We are back, we are getting Doug back and we're the three best friends that anybody could have. No really, we are back with the newest from Abby Jimenez, TTPD, The Spice Girls, and Acotar thrown in for fun because when are we …

This book was incredible. This is the side of the story that needs to be illuminated and it was done absolutely GORGEOUSLY by Jessica Knoll. We cannot overstate how much we admire these very real women for their unwavering dedication to justice, truth, sisterhood, and just goodness in this world. We need more recs like this one so email us at Ashan…

All the Little Raindrops by Mia Sheridan First of all there are many *trigger warnings* for this book- we share them in the beginning of the episode but also listed below: Abduction, trafficking, confinement, sexual assault, torture, fire/fire injury. gratuitous violence. This one was a lot...and as the title states it was not for us, but join us a…

The Sunshine Girls by Molly Fader is our second five star read for March so far! This was a phenomenal story of friendship, love, sisterhood, loss. It was absolutely beautiful in every way and the only way we could've followed up The Women. In our eyes, they're basically a set. Send us more recs like this at Ashandsarahreadandramble@gmail.com Insta…

If you're into historical fiction, we think so! This week we read The Women- Kristin Hannah's newest. It didn't disappoint, and even taught us a thing or two. Let's get into it! Send us recommendations at Ashandsarahreadandramble@gmail.com Insta/TikTok @ashandsarahreadandrambleAsh and Sarah

Bride by Ali Hazelwood! Of course we loved it, are you joking? We're Ali Hazelwood's biggest fans. Truly though, this made our romantasy hearts and souls so happy. This is so fun, the way Ali's stories always are. It was fast paced, interesting, compelling, and adorable. Can't wait for the sequel! Send us recs at Ashandsarahreadandramble@gmail.com …

I CAN'T EVEN MAKE PUNS ABOUT THIS ONE ITS TOO SAD!!!!!! The Last Letter by Rebecca Yarros absolutely RUINED ME. Let's get into it. Send us more recs that are HAPPY at Ashandsarahreadandramble@gmail.com Insta/TikTok @ashandsarahreadandrambleAsh and Sarah

The Good Part by Sophie Cousens!!! Again, another romance we just adored! Every page of this book is the good part, and we were just blown away again by Sophie! She is a highly underrated author in our opinions. We have loved everything by her that we've gotten our hands on so far. So, if you haven't yet, pick this one up and get all the warm fuzzi…

The Last List of Mabel Beaumont by Laura Pierson! This one was such a pleasant surprise. We didn't know what to expect, this one came up out of the blue, but we ended up absolutely adoring this story and these characters. Also listen to us ramble about the ToG series (?!) Disney romances and epilogues. Send us more recs like this at Ashandsarahread…

We finally jump into our series specials with THRONE OF GLASS! We went ahead and covered the first two books in this episode so spoiler alert*** If you have not read Crown of Midnight please get through that before listening to avoid us ruining any of the AMAZING plot twists for you! If you have something from this series that is special to you and…

The Seven Year Slip by Ashley Poston! This one definitely snuck up on us IN THE BEST WAY! We loved it so incredibly much and we really hope you did too because we truly cannot fathom anyone not loving it. That's how wonderful it is. I think we said "it was so wonderful" at least 27 times in this episode. Please count and let me know. ******Trigger …

WOW WOW WOW None of This is True by Lisa Jewell FIRST **********Trigger warnings************** kidnapping, domestic abuse, stalking, grooming, pedophilia, sexual abuse, alcoholism None of it gets too graphic, but all of the above is mentioned in the story/episode. This one was mind blowing! Lisa Jewell seems to be the only one who can stump Ash, an…

Recipe for a Charmed Life by Rachel Linden! Rachel, we love you. This story was another heartwarming, adorable journey of self discovery and romance. We were head over heels for all of the characters, not to mention the SETTINGS. As a follow up to Magic of Lemon Drop Pie we were not disappointed. Get yourself this cute story, and then make a delici…

This week we read Grimoire Girl by Hilarie Burton Morgan! We adore her and we loved this book. You know when something just comes to you at a really pivotal time in your life? That was this for us. We found so many things we will continue to carry with us throughout our lives. Thank you Hilarie. email us recs/thoughts/questions at Ashandsarahreadan…

The one we've all been waiting for by Rebecca Ross! WE HAVE HAD THIS ON OUR MINDS SINCE SEPTEMBER and it did not disappoint! Thank you Rebecca! That's all I've got. Thank you. Email us thoughts/recs/questions at Ashandsarahreadandramble@gmail.com Insta and TikTok @ashandsarahreadandrambleAsh and Sarah

The Second Chance Year by Melissa Wiesner THREE FOR THREE! This holiday season romance was so ADORABLE! We absolutely loved it, not only for Jacob and Sadie but also as a good way to reexamine some choices and maybe upon further consideration decide that you didn't wish it would have gone differently after all. Do you have any do overs? Resolutions…

Kiss Her Once For Me by Alison Cochrun! This one was SO ADORABLE! It says on the front cover that it's like a cozy cinnamon-scented hug, and truly, it's that sweet. We loved it. It's a wonderful Christmas break romance. Add it to your list! Email us recs/thoughts Ashandsarahreadandramble@gmail.com Insta/ Tiktok @Ashandsarahreadandramble…

One Day in December by Josie Silver! This one was so adorable for the holiday season, and truly took us on a ride we did not expect in the least. In the BEST way! Pick it up for some Christmas romance! Email us thoughts/questions/recommendations at: Ashandsarahreadandramble@gmail.com Insta/ Tiktok @ashandsarahreadandramble Happy Reading!…

The Grace Year by Kim Liggett We were absolutely blown away by this one! We do not know what we expected but it wasn't this. It exceeded our imaginations in every way. Great read about a dystopian society where girls are sent away to live out their sixteenth year in the woods dispelling their magic. And WOW, you just have to open it. Contact us at …

The Unmaking of June Farrow by Adrienne Young ANOTHER FIVE STAR (PHENOMENAL) READ! We have been having the best streak lately! June Farrow is simply amazing. This story is thrilling and mysterious. It is heartfelt and adventurous. It is everything, and we could not be more in love with it. Let us know your thoughts on our cast at Ashandsarahreadand…

Starling House by Alex E. Harrow FIVE STAR READ we LOVED it! From the very beginning we loved Opal and everything about this story, and no that is not an exaggeration. This was a Reese's Book Club pick, so we're anxiously awaiting the screen adaptation- which we took the liberty of casting Opal and Arthur for ourselves thanks. Email us at Ashandsar…

Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros! While we can't really say that she completely won us over with the second installment of her series, it is an improvement. And truly, does anyone else just love Tairn as much as we do? SPOILERS AHEAD so beware! *And if you have not read Crescent City HOSAB please just end this episode 2 minutes early. You've been warne…

Our Princess of Pop! Britney released a beautiful, vulnerable, brave memoir- The Woman in Me. Get it. Read it. There are so many feelings. Let's talk about them. ********** Email us thoughts/comments/questions at Ashandsarahreadandramble@gmail.com Insta @ashandsarahreadandramble Find the Facebook group!…

A Little Life by Hanya Yanagihara ********* THERE ARE SEVERAL TRIGGER WARNINGS PLEASE READ THROUGH AND BE AWARE************ TW: domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, self harm, suicide, kidnapping, addiction, grief This story was insanely complex, wonderful, and devastating. We are still feeling shockwaves of emotion after completing it. …

The September House by Carissa Orlando! HAPPY HALLOWEEN SPOOKY FRIENDS!!! I hope everyone picked up this book. It was literally the perfect ghost story. Characters were incredible. Themes were deep and dark. It was honestly hilarious. We loved it! Can't wait to see the movie! (We're speaking it into existence). Send us your thoughts/comments at Ash…

The Only One Left by Riley Sager! This one was PHENOMENAL. We loved every second of this mystery and the ending absolutely BLEW US. We're still reeling over this story. Get it. Read it. Send us your thoughts at Ashandsarahreadandramble@gmail.com Insta @Ashandsarahreadandramble Find the Facebook group!…

The Year of the Witching by Alexis Henderson * This one took a minute to get into it but wow when you did, it really took off! We loved the spooky, witchy vibes in this book. We fell in love with the characters and rooted so hard for Immanuelle and Ezra. WE CAN'T WAIT TO FIND THE SEQUEL!!! CAN YOU BELIEVE?! Email us your thoughts at Ashandsarahread…

To kick off season two we decided to go the Panic! At The Disco route with naming the episode. I hope you all watch it scroll along your screen to figure out what it says. Happy Year TWO! We're starting this spooky season with Don't Let Her Stay by Nicola Sanders.... We absolutely understand why no one can shut up about this book, and we raged all …

The Measure by Nikki Erlick! How long is your life? What if you could find out? Would you want to? Today we discuss The Measure. The concept of it is something we as a society often ask ourselves. Would you want to know? What would happen? It's fascinating. The way that everything changes with just one little bit of information about the future. Th…

One True Loves By Taylor Jenkins Reid! What would you do if your husband went missing and was pronounced dead, only to be rescued 3 years later and is now coming home to meet your new fiancé? What an insane choice and premise for this super cute and distractingly deep story. We loved it. We're on opposite teams per usual but tell us who you think i…

Divine Rivals by Rebecca Ross!! THIS. This one was such a standout from this year! It is disappearing from the shelves so if you happen to see it, get it! It's so worth it. We adored this one, from the world building and intrigue, to the characters and romance, it is just perfection! We can't wait until Ruthless Vows is released!! Makes us want to …

We wrap up the remainder (so far) of our ACOTAR series with the most beloved story of healing for our Nesta, for the Valkyries, and for Feysand and Nyx. It's such an amazing story, and really stands out apart from the rest of the series. We discuss the differences, the intense emotions and meaning, and where we think the story will go from here! Se…

We're wrapping up the summer with none other than THE SUMMER I TURNED PRETTY by Jenny Han!!! We read the series, we've seen all the episodes, let's discuss the Fisher boys! Send us your thoughts at Ashandsarahreadandramble@gmail.com or on Insta @ashandsarahreadandramble Find the Facebook group!Ash and Sarah

Meet Me at the Lake by Carley Fortune! This one was so adorable and wonderful. We loved Peter, we loved Will-Jamie was even adorable. We were obsessed with Fern and seeing her win at life. This is a short and sweet one, just like the story. Pick it up! (If for no other reason than to see the gorgeous cover on your bookshelf). THAT COVER YALL! Email…

OUR FAVORITE! On a Quiet Street by Seraphina Nova Glass- the neighborhood drama we all need! (Also why I don't talk to my neighbors IRL). These woman have much more going on behind the scenes than meets the eye, and they come together to take down the men ruining them. YASSSSSSSS! Let us know what you think about this one, or if you have any recomm…

for Paris. Consider us a couple of Little Hiltons now, because we are in love! It's truly incredible the way Paris inspired us, opened up to us, gave us a little bit more self confidence because she spreads that like glitter around her. We can't rave enough about this one. Thank you Paris for being so raw and truthful with us. We have so much respe…

The Collected Regrets of Clover by Mikki Brammer LOVE LOVE LOVE this one! How gorgeous. The story, the theme, the descriptions-everything was just perfect. We have now recommended this book to everyone we know. If you haven't read it, get it. You won't regret it! (See what I did there...?) Email us at Ashandsarahreadandramble@gmail.com Insta @Ashan…

The True Love Experiment by Christina Lauren! Apparently we live under a rock and had no idea that this was tied to The Soulmate Equation. Now we're doing them backwards because we cannot get enough of these characters! "People aren't the same as fruit, you don't look for new ones if they're bruised." Christina and Lauren- you never disappoint us! …

I literally have no words for this one. It's just unbelievable. Read it. Send us thoughts. Ashandsarahreadandramble@gmail.com Insta @ashandsarahreadandramble Find the Facebook groupAsh and Sarah

Our first guest!! It was so much fun to talk about the wide array of happenings within Wings and Ruin with one of our favorite people! Join us for all things Tamlin redemption, and why Feyre just solidifies herself as my favorite Archeron sister in this installment. Email us at Ashandsarahreadandramble@gmail.com Insta @ashandsarahreadandramble Find…

Do not come for us. We really did love Fourth Wing. We want to attend Basgaith. We want boyfriends like Xaden. We want huge, sarcastic, dragons like Tairn, and amazing little baby ones like Andarna. WE GET IT! BUT.....hear us out. Follow up at ashandsarahreadandramble@gmail.com Insta @ashandsarahreadandramble Find the Facebook group!…

LOOK CLOSER BY DAVID ELLIS OMG This one was everything. The twists. The turns. The lies. The setups. WOW I can't believe. I'm speechless. Do you enjoy psychological thrillers? Get this! And send us more recommendations like it at Ashandsarahreadandramble@gmail.com Insta @ashandsarahreadandramble Find the Facebook group!…

The Lost Apothecary by Sarah Penner. What a gorgeous cover! It draws you in from the very beginning, and the stories of women protecting women, and seeking revenge, keep you hooked. This story was so interesting and emotional. There was heartbreak, and persistence, and most importantly hope. Email us more witchy recommendations at Ashandsarahreadan…

If He Had Been With Me by Laura Nowlin absolutely DEVESTATED us entirely and we LOVED it! Sick huh? We love Autumn, we love Phineas, and we even love the admirable friendship their mothers shared in the background. Thoughts? Share them with us at Ashandsarahreadandramble@gmail.com Insta @ashandsarahreadandramble Find the Facebook group!…

I often do a silly title, and make a lot of jokes but this story was very emotional and personal for us, as you'll hear in the episode. We want to thank Kennedy Ryan again for writing a story like this for all of those who have experienced loss like this, and the various ways everyone copes. Email us at Ashandsarahreadandramble@gmail.com Insta @ash…