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Plot Trysts

Laine and Meg
Historical Romance
Romance
Laura Kinsale
Vorkosigan Saga
Romance Novels
Christmas
Marriage Of Convenience
Lisa Kleypas
Regency Romance
Vampires
London
Character Development
Stephanie Laurens
For My Lady's Heart
Romantasy
Lois Mcmaster Bujold
Family Dynamics
Victorian Era
Alexandra Vasti
Trauma

Meg and Laine talk about books

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes683Founded7 years ago
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We're delving into a new McMaster world with a post-series novella.

Meg and Alexandra Vasti are joined by Joanna Lowell to discuss Alex's favorite book in the series so far (I think that will change once she encounters Harriet).

Part two of this duology is really just the second half of one book, so DO NOT START HERE. Otherwise, it was cute.

New historical author alert! We were charmed and entertained and pleased with the sexiness. What more could you ask for?

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Recent Guests

Katherine Van Aarondonk
Writer from New York Magazine
New York Magazine
Episode: A Spot of Tut-Tuttery: Unnatural Death
Tati Richardson
Author and co-host of Romance in Color
TM Richardson / Romance in Color
Episode: A Spot of Tut-Tuttery: Clouds of Witness
Dan DP Clarence
Author of contemporary romances
Independent author
Episode: Game of Rogues by Julie Anne Long (with D.P. Clarence)
Colleen Kelly
Historical romance author and special guest
Episode: A Spot of Tut-Tuttery: Whose Body?
Ali Learns to Read
Reviewer and fan of Ali Hazelwood
Episode: Mate by Ali Hazelwood
Jenny Holiday
A historical romance author known for her Earl's Trip series.
Self-published and published author
Episode: Historical Accuracy with Jenny Holiday
Kate Bateman
Historical romance author
Kasey Bateman
Episode: Worldly and Temporal Things: Uncertain Magic with Kate Bateman
Candy Tan
One of the founding members of Smart Bitch's Trashy Books and co-author of Beyond Heaving Bosoms.
Smart Bitches, Trashy Books
Episode: Worldly and Temporal Things: Seize the Fire
Cat Sebastian
Writes queer historical romances and is possibly best known for her two mid-century romances.
Episode: Worldly and Temporal Things: Flowers from the Storm

Hosts

Meg
Host known for witty, structured reviews and thoughtful commentary on romance and fantasy tropes.
Laine
Co-host with a knack for candid takes, humor, and deep dives into character dynamics and romance mechanics.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 98 ratings
  • Surprising me

    Not even a romance reader, but I enjoy listening to these thoughtful humorous and erudite ladies. And now I’ve bought 4 romance audiobooks, so be wary if you don’t want to get pulled in!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    43tulips
    United States6 months ago
  • Interesting and funny

    Thanks ladies for your reviews! It’s made a big difference in my reading list and I enjoy listening to your interesting and amusing conversations.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EJ Country
    United Statesa year ago
  • Sadly, Cannot Recommend

    As a creative, I very seldom leave critical reviews because I know how much effort is output for creative endeavors. But after listening to several episodes in order to form a balanced opinion, I must share some, hopefully constructive criticism. After rebooting my teenage love for historical romance in the past year, I have listened to many romance review podcasts, and of all of them, this is my least favorite. Most podcasts tend to have enthusiasm for the things they are reviewing. But this sh... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    300 Sunshine
    United Statesa year ago
  • I was introduced to this podcast via the limited series My Word as Vorkosigan. I was so pleased with that whole special look at my hands down favorite scifi books series that I was drawn by curiosity to listen to some of the main podcast episodes. It only took one to get me hooked on listening and only a few more to convert me to a romance reader. Something I thought was not possible. I've always been a scifi/fantasy and mystery/suspense reader (well, and the classics, as an English Lit major!) ... more

    Audible
    5
    Janice L. Slimming
    United States2 years ago
  • Made me a Convert

    I was introduced to this podcast via the limited series My Word as Vorkosigan. I was so pleased with that whole special look at my hands down favorite scifi books series that I was drawn by curiosity to listen to some of the main podcast episodes. It only took one to get me hooked on listening and only a few more to convert me to a romance reader. Something I thought was not possible. I've always been a scifi/fantasy and mystery/suspense reader (well, and the classics, as an English Lit major!) ... more

    Audible
    5
    Janice L. Slimming
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Strong, nuanced takes on tropes and consent keep conversations sharp.
Smart, funny, spoiler-aware discussions that feel like a book club with friends.
Engaging banter and thoughtful insights draw in listeners.

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Nobody's Baby by (and with) Olivia Waite
Q: What inspired the generation-ship premise and how does it shape the romance and mystery elements?
Olivia explains she was drawn to a closed, self-contained society aboard a ship and to the tension between endless regeneration and emotional ownership, which gives the mystery a deeper ethical layer.
Worldly and Temporal Things: The Prince of Midnight
Q: What makes Kinsale's approach to historical romance unique?
Her storytelling includes complex plots intertwined with dark themes and fully realized female characters who seek agency in their narratives.
Worldly and Temporal Things: The Prince of Midnight
Q: Could you tell us a little bit about how you started reading Kinsale?
I started reading Kinsale during the pandemic; it greatly impacted my life and filled a void, making historical romance a central part of my reading experience.
My Word as Vorkosigan: The Warrior's Apprentice
Q: What do you think about the character development for Miles throughout 'The Warrior's Apprentice'?
The speakers discuss that Miles undergoes significant growth, learning to act strategically rather than impulsively, which demonstrates his evolving leadership style.
My Word as Vorkosigan: The Warrior's Apprentice
Q: Can you start us off a little bit by telling us about how you came to the Vorkosigan Saga?
Lynn shares that she started with reading 'Curse of Chalion' and quickly became addicted to Bujold's work, leading her to finally pick up the Vorkosigan books during a readathon.

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Two hosts Meg and Laine deliver structured, spoiler-conscious conversations about romantic historical fiction, romance-adjacent fantasy, and cross-genre rom-coms. Episodes across many titles frequently analyze tropes, character dynamics, consent, and social context, often balancing sharp critique with warm banter and a clear affection for the genre. Notable strengths include thoughtful pacing on spoiler sections, a willingness to engage with heavier themes (power, class, gender, and trauma) while keeping discussions accessible and entertaining. The show stands out for its lively host chemistry, concise episode lengths, and a consistent focus on how love, humor, and history intersect in romance storytelling.

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2. Tati Richardson
3. Dan DP Clarence
4. Colleen Kelly
5. Ali Learns to Read
6. Jenny Holiday
7. Kate Bateman
8. Candy Tan

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