Ready to Be Romanced: A Romance Novel Podcast

In chapter 55, Torry (she/her) and Hannah A. Brown (she/her) from Not Aspirational recap their review of the book People We Meet on Vacation by Emily Henry from episode 6 of RTBR (2:44). Then they share their thoughts on the movie adaptation (10:01) and finally get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, Side Character Spotlight, and Sequel Scoop (40:51).Spoiler Warning: This episode contains spoilers for the book and movie adaptation: People We Meet on Vacation. Hannah’s Previous AppearancesPatreon 143: Petty about Charli xcx's Wedding, Connor Wood and Sally Carden, and Sydney's American Eagle AdPatreon 117: The End of Vanderpump RulesPeople We Meet on Vacation by Emily HenryEpisode 152: Petty about Tish Cyrus’ Wedding, RHONY, and The ScoondalLeave a voicemail question or comment for Torry to include in a future episode. Suggest a book here.Upcoming Episodes:February 4: An Offer from a Gentleman by Julia Quinn (and Bridgerton Season 4, Part 1 Review)February 18: Rule: A Marked Men Novel (and Movie Adaptation Review) March 4: Bridgerton Season 4, Part 2 ReviewFollow Torry on Instagram, Letterboxd, and GoodReads. Check out Torry’s pop culture podcast: Ready to Be Petty. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you.Music by Simon Tebbenham.

In chapter 54, Torry (she/her), Shelby (she/her), and Sam (she/her) from The RomComplex  recap the book Sidelined 2: Intercepted by Rachel Espy and its movie adaptation (8:11). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, Side Character Spotlight, and Sequel Scoop (1:32:49).Spoiler Warning: This episode contains spoilers for the entire Sidelined series and its movie adaptations. Sam and Shelby’s Previous AppearancesThe QB Bad Boy and Me by Tay Marley (and its Movie Adaptation Review)Episode 126: Petty about Spare Leaks, Bridgerton Production Stalls, and Hailey Bieber’s New YouTube EndeavourEpisode 72: Petty about Olivia Munn and John MulaneyLeave a voicemail question or comment for Torry to include in a future episode. Suggest a book here.Upcoming Episodes:January 7: Heated Rivalry by Rachel ReidJanuary 21: People We Meet on Vacation (Movie Review)February 4: An Offer from a Gentleman by Julia Quinn (and Bridgerton Season 4 Part 1)Follow Torry on Instagram, Letterboxd, and GoodReads. Check out Torry’s pop culture podcast: Ready to Be Petty. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you.Music by Simon Tebbenham.

In chapter 53, Torry (she/her) and Haley Strong (she/her) from We Know The Bachelor and We Know Top Chef recap Mate by Ali Hazelwood (10:06). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, Side Character Spotlight, and Sequel Scoop (1:06:59).Content Warning: Discussion of child abduction, death of parents, suicide, attempted sexual assault, and cults during the episode. Take care!Spoiler Warning: This episode contains spoilers for the Bride series.Haley’s Previous AppearancesBride by Ali HazelwoodBridgerton Season 3, Part 2 ReviewRomancing Mr. Bridgerton by Julia Quinn (and Bridgerton Season 3, Part 1 Review)The Viscount Who Loved Me by Julia Quinn (and Bridgerton Season 2 Review)The Duke and I by Julia Quinn (and Bridgerton Season 1 Review)Patreon 45: The 1989 World Tour Guest ListEpisode 138: Petty about the Barbie Trailer, ‘Til Death Do Us Part, and Bravo BingesEpisode 88: Petty about Bachelor Nation News and and the Bennifer EngagementLeave a voicemail question or comment for Torry to include in a future episode. Suggest a book here.Upcoming Episodes:December 24: Sidelined 2: Intercepted by Rachel Espy and Tay MarleyJanuary 7: Heated Rivalry by Rachel ReidJanuary 21: People We Meet on Vacation (Movie Review)Follow Torry on Instagram, Letterboxd, and GoodReads. Check out Torry’s pop culture podcast: Ready to Be Petty. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you.Music by Simon Tebbenham.

In chapter 52, Torry (she/her), Megan (she/her), and Jenna Vesper (she/her) from Super Massive Twilight Hole discuss Jenna’s trip to Forks for Forever Twilight (1:48), their experiences reading the sequel for the first time (12:06) and then recap New Moon (16:49). Finally, they get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:37:13).Content Warning: Discussion of suicidal ideation and self-harm during the episode. Take care!Spoiler Warning: While we explore New Moon in detail, rest assured that there won't be any spoilers in the episode beyond this book.Megan’s Previous AppearancesPatreon 121: Forks Trip RecapA Court of Thorns and Roses Bonus Chapters by Sarah. J MaasA Court of Silver Flames (Chapters 37-80) by Sarah J. MaasA Court of Silver Flames (Chapters 1-36) by Sarah J. MaasA Court of Frost and Starlight by Sarah J. MaasA Court of Wings and Ruin by Sarah J. MaasTwilight by Stephenie MeyerA Court of Mist and Fury (Part 3) by Sarah J. MaasA Court of Mist and Fury (Parts 1 and 2) by Sarah J. MaasA Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. MaasJenna’s Previous AppearancesPatreon 145: Petty about The Life of a Showgirl, Twilight's 20th Anniversary, and Hannah Berner's Stolen JokesPatreon 105: The Cultural Impact of The Bachelor (Part 2)Patreon 94: The Cultural Impact of The Bachelor (Part 1)Twilight by Stephenie MeyerPatreon 65: The Top 10 Pettiest Moments in 2023Patreon 50: The Short Hair TheoryBonus 38: And Just Like That… (Season 2, Episodes 1-3)Episode 146: Petty about Colleen Ballinger’s Ukulele Apology and Olivia Rodrigo’s VampirePatreon 13: The Cultural Impact of The Twilight SagaEpisode 102: Petty about Body Diversity in Bachelor Nation, the Bennifer Wedding, and Tristan ThompsonEpisode 67: Petty about Bachelor Nation News

In chapter 51, Torry (she/her) and Kelly White (she/her) from Nathan For Us: A Nathan Fielder Fan Podcast recap Barbarian Alien by Ruby Dixon (4:34). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, Side Character Spotlight, and Sequel Scoop (46:48).Content Warning: Brief mention of parental death, parental kidnapping, and abduction with the intent of human trafficking throughout the episode. Take care!Spoiler Warning: While we explore Barbarian Alien in detail, rest assured that there won't be any spoilers in the episode beyond this book. Kelly’s Previous RTBR AppearancesIce Planet Barbarians by Ruby DixonLeave a voicemail question or comment for Torry to include in a future episode. Suggest a book here.Upcoming Episodes:November 26: New Moon by Stephenie MeyerDecember 10: Mate by Ali HazelwoodDecember 24: Sidelined 2: InterceptedFollow Torry on Instagram, Letterboxd, and GoodReads. Check out Torry’s pop culture podcast: Ready to Be Petty. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you.Music by Simon Tebbenham.

In chapter 50, Torry (she/her) recaps When the Night Falls (previously named Skin of the Night 2nd Edition) by C.K. Bennett (11:09). Then she gets into her Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, Side Character Spotlight, and Sequel Scoop (1:08:57).Spoiler Warning: While we explore When the Night Falls/Skin of the Night in detail, rest assured that there won't be any spoilers in the episode beyond this book.Leave a voicemail question or comment for Torry to include in a future episode. Suggest a book here.Follow Torry on Instagram, Letterboxd, and GoodReads. Check out Torry’s pop culture podcast: Ready to Be Petty. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you.Music by Simon Tebbenham.

In chapter 49, Torry (she/her) and Kat (she/her) recap Deep End by Ali Hazelwood (8:01). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, Side Character Spotlight, and Sequel Scoop (53:12).Content Warning: Brief mention of parental abuse and discussion about BDSM during the episode. Take care!Spoiler Warning: This episode contains spoilers for the book: Deep End.Kat’s Previous RTBR AppearancesPart of Your World by Abby Jimenez Leave a voicemail question or comment for Torry to include in a future episode. Suggest a book here.Upcoming Episodes:Skin of The Night by C.K. BennettFollow Torry on Instagram, Letterboxd, and GoodReads. Check out Torry’s pop culture podcast: Ready to Be Petty. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you.Music by Simon Tebbenham.

In chapter 48, Torry (she/her) and Laura from What to Read Next discuss book-influencing (0:00) and then recap The Deal by Elle Kennedy (20:15). Finally, they get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, Side Character Spotlight, and Sequel Scoop (1:09:27).Content Warning: Discussion about sexual assault throughout the episode. Take care!Spoiler Warning: While we explore The Deal in detail, rest assured that there won't be any spoilers in the episode beyond this book.Leave a voicemail question or comment for Torry to include in a future episode. Suggest a book here.Upcoming Episodes:Deep End by Ali HazelwoodSkin of the Night by C.K. BennettFollow Torry on Instagram, Letterboxd, and GoodReads. Check out Torry’s pop culture podcast: Ready to Be Petty. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you.Music by Simon Tebbenham.

In chapter 47, Torry (she/her) and Angela Bloom (she/her) recap From Blood and Ash by Jennifer L. Armentrout (10:20). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, Side Character Spotlight, and Sequel Scoop (1:29:24).Content Warning: Discussion about violence throughout the episode. Take care!Spoiler Warning: While we explore From Blood and Ash in detail, rest assured that there won't be any spoilers in the episode beyond this book.Angela’s Previous RTBR AppearancesBridgerton Season 3, Part 2 ReviewRomancing Mr. Bridgerton by Julia Quinn (and Bridgerton Season 3, Part 1 Review)Leave a voicemail question or comment for Torry to include in a future episode. Suggest a book here.Upcoming Episodes:The Deal by Elle KennedyDeep End by Ali HazelwoodSkin of the Night by C.K. BennettFollow Torry on Instagram, Letterboxd, and GoodReads. Check out Torry’s pop culture podcast: Ready to Be Petty. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you.Music by Simon Tebbenham.

In chapter 46, Torry (she/her) and Deniz (she/her) recap Praise by Sara Cate (4:01). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, Side Character Spotlight, and Sequel Scoop (1:20:00).Content Warning: Discussion about dominant/submissive relationship, age gap romance, and transphobia throughout the episode. Take care!Spoiler Warning: While we explore Praise in detail, rest assured that there won't be any spoilers in the episode beyond this book.Deniz’s Previous AppearancesThe Idea of You by Robinne Lee (and Movie)Patreon 32: Casting AlmostsEpisode 103: Petty about Emily Ratajkowski, Diana Jenkins, and Florence PughLeave a voicemail question or comment for Torry to include in a future episode. Suggest a book here.Upcoming Episodes:From Blood and Ash by Jennifer L. ArmentroutThe Deal by Elle KennedyDeep End by Ali HazelwoodSkin of the Night by C.K. Bennett Follow Torry on Instagram, Twitter, Letterboxd, and GoodReads. Check out Torry’s pop culture podcast: Ready to Be Petty. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you.Music by Simon Tebbenham.

In chapter 45, Torry (she/her) and Mason (he/him) share their thoughts on Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros (1:39) and then recap the book (25:26). Finally, they get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, Side Character Spotlight, and Sequel Scoop (1:44:47).Content Warning: Discussion about violence, death, and war throughout the episode. Take care!Spoiler Warning: This episode contains spoilers for the entire Empyrean series. Mason’s Previous AppearancesFourth Wing Bonus Chapter 27 by Rebecca YarrosFourth Wing Bonus Chapters 9 and 16 by Rebecca YarrosIron Flame by Rebecca YarrosFourth Wing by Rebecca YarrosBonus 1: The Bachelorette Season 15 Premiere RecapLeave a voicemail question or comment for Torry to include in a future episode. Suggest a book here.Upcoming Episodes:March 26: Praise by Sara CateApril 9: From Blood and Ash by Jennifer L. ArmentroutApril 23: The Deal by Elle KennedyFollow Torry on Instagram, Twitter, Letterboxd, and GoodReads. Check out Torry’s pop culture podcast: Ready to Be Petty. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you.Music by Simon Tebbenham.

In this bonus episode, Torry (she/her) and Megan (she/her) discuss their trip to Forks, Washington, the setting of Twilight!Listen to the full episode and get access to over 120 episodes when you join the Ready to Be Petty Patreon. For $5 USD/month, you get weekly episodes on trending topics and pop culture deep dives and entry to the Discord to chat with other listeners. Try your first week for free!Follow Torry on Instagram, Twitter, Letterboxd, and GoodReads. Check out Torry’s pop culture podcast: Ready to Be Petty. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you.

In chapter 44, Torry (she/her) and Becky Feldman (she/her) from Too Stupid To Live: Romance Reviews $5 and Under recap The Hating Game by Sally Thorne (4:59). Next they discuss the movie adaptation (1:09:34) and get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop of the book and movie (1:27:12). Finally, they answer questions submitted by the listeners (1:36:01).Spoiler Warning: This episode contains spoilers for the book: The Hating Game. Becky’s Previous AppearancesThe Unhoneymooners by Christina LaurenEpisode 144: Petty about Kylie Jenner’s Tiktoks, Plastic Surgery in Hollywood, and Lea Michele at the TonysEpisode 123: Petty about The Price of Glee, Harry and Meghan Part 1, and Katie Holmes’ 2000s LookLeave a voicemail question or comment for Torry to include in a future episode. Suggest a book here.Upcoming Episodes:March 12: Onyx Storm by Rebecca YarrosMarch 26: Praise by Sara CateFollow Torry on Instagram, Twitter, Letterboxd, and GoodReads. Check out Torry’s pop culture podcast: Ready to Be Petty. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you.Music by Simon Tebbenham.

In chapter 43, Torry (she/her) and Kirsten MacInnis (she/her) from Mess Magnets discuss Emily Henry’s writing style (0:00) and then recap Funny Story by Emily Henry (16:05). Finally, they get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:21:28).Spoiler Warning: This episode contains spoilers for the book: Funny StoryKirsten’s Previous Appearances Patreon 112: 2025 Pop Culture Predictions Book Lovers by Emilly Henry Patreon 62: Ranking Fandom Names (Part 2) Patreon 57: Ranking Fandom Names (Part 1) Patreon 28: The Selena, Justin, and Hailey Relationship Timeline Patreon 16: 2023 Pop Culture Predictions Episode 110: Petty about the Latest in Kardashian News, the Queen, and Jennifer Lawrence’s Return (with Kirsten MacInnis) Episode 78: Petty about Celebrity Big Brother, Celebrity Pregnancy Announcements, and Standing Pants Only (with Kirsten MacInnis)Listen to Torry discuss To All The Boys: Love Always on Movies that Raised Us and What a Girl Wants on The Rom Complex.Leave a voicemail question or comment for Torry to include in a future episode. Suggest a book here.Upcoming Episodes:February 26: The Hating Game by Sally ThorneMarch 12: Onyx Storm by Rebecca YarrosMarch 26: Praise by Sara Cate

In chapter 42, Torry (she/her), Sam (she/her), and Shelby (she/her) from The Rom Complex recap The QB Bad Boy and Me by Tay Marley (7:01). Next, they discuss the movie adaptation, Sidelined: The QB and Me (1:26:35). Finally, Torry, Sam, and Shelby get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop for the book and movie (1:39:46). Content Warning: Brief mention of a child homicide, teen pregnancy, and sex with a minor. Take care! Spoiler Warning: While we explore The QB Bad Boy and Me in detail, rest assured that there won't be any spoilers for the prequel. We do briefly mention minor spoilers for the sequel. Sam and Shelby’s Previous Appearances Episode 126: Petty about Spare Leaks, Bridgerton Production Stalls, and Hailey Bieber’s New YouTube Endeavour Episode 72: Petty about Olivia Munn and John Mulaney Leave a voicemail question or comment for Torry to include in a future episode. Suggest a book here. Upcoming Episodes: February 12: Funny Story by Emily Henry February 26: The Hating Game by Sally Thorne Follow Torry on Instagram, Twitter, Letterboxd, and GoodReads. Check out Torry’s pop culture podcast: Ready to Be Petty. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you. Music by Simon Tebbenham.

In chapter 41, Torry (she/her) and Mason (he/him) recap the Fourth Wing Bonus Chapter 27 by Rebecca Yarros (7:16). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (32:02). Spoiler Warning: This episode contains spoilers for the entire Empyrean series.  Mason’s Previous Appearances Fourth Wing Bonus Chapters 9 and 16 by Rebecca Yarros Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros Bonus 1: The Bachelorette Season 15 Premiere Recap Check out the excerpt of Onyx Storm mentioned in the episode. Leave a voicemail question or comment for Torry to include in a future episode. Suggest a book here. Upcoming Episodes: January 29: The QB Bad Boy and Me by Tay Marley February 12: The Hating Game by Sally Thorne February 26: Funny Story by Emily Henry Follow Torry on Instagram, Twitter, Letterboxd, and GoodReads. Check out Torry’s pop culture podcast: Ready to Be Petty. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you. Music by Simon Tebbenham.

In chapter 40, Torry (she/her) and Haley Strong (she/her) from RHAP: We Know The Bachelor discuss what Omegaverse books are (11:10) and then recap Bride by Ali Hazelwood (17:23). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:19:43). Finally, they answer questions submitted by the listeners (1:33:00). Spoiler Warning: This episode contains spoilers for the book: Bride.  Haley’s Previous Appearances Bridgerton Season 3, Part 2 Review Romancing Mr. Bridgerton by Julia Quinn (and Bridgerton Season 3, Part 1 Review) The Viscount Who Loved Me by Julia Quinn (and Bridgerton Season 2 Review) The Duke and I by Julia Quinn (and Bridgerton Season 1 Review) Patreon 45: The 1989 World Tour Guest List Episode 138: Petty about the Barbie Trailer, ‘Til Death Do Us Part, and Bravo Binges Episode 88: Petty about Bachelor Nation News and and the Bennifer Engagement Leave a voicemail question or comment for Torry to include in a future episode. Suggest a book here. Upcoming Episodes: January 15: Fourth Wing Bonus Chapter 27 by Rebecca Yarros January 29: The QB Bad Boy and Me by Tay Marley Follow Torry on Instagram, Twitter, Letterboxd, and GoodReads. Check out Torry’s pop culture podcast: Ready to Be Petty. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you. Music by Simon Tebbenham.

In chapter 39, Torry (she/her) and Julie from You + Me & Chisme recap A Cuban Girl’s Guide to Tea and Tomorrow by Laura Taylor Namely (5:26). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:10:03). Spoiler Warning: While we explore A Cuban Girl’s Guide to Tea and Tomorrow in detail, rest assured that there won't be any spoilers in the episode beyond this book. Listen to Torry discuss My December Darling by Lauren Asher on Boobies & Noobies: A Romance Review Podcast. Leave a voicemail question or comment for Torry to include in a future episode. Suggest a book here. Upcoming Episodes: January 1: Bride by Ali Hazelwood January 15: Fourth Wing Bonus Chapter 27 by Rebecca Yarros January 29: The QB Bad Boy and Me by Tay Marley Follow Torry on Instagram, Twitter, Letterboxd, and GoodReads. Check out Torry’s pop culture podcast: Ready to Be Petty. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you. Music by Simon Tebbenham.

In chapter 38, Torry (she/her) and Kelly White (she/her) from Nathan For Us: A Nathan Fielder Fan Podcast recap Ice Planet Barbarians by Ruby Dixon (8:09). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (45:23). Content Warning: Brief mention about alien abduction, human trafficking, forced abortion, some scenes with noncon, and sexual assault. Take care! Spoiler Warning: While we explore Ice Planet Barbarians in detail, rest assured that there won't be any spoilers in the episode beyond this book. Leave a voicemail question or comment for Torry to include in a future episode. Suggest a book here. Upcoming Episodes: December 18: A Cuban Girl’s Guide to Tea and Tomorrow by Laura Taylor Namey January 1: Bride by Ali Hazelwood January 15: Fourth Wing Bonus Chapter 27 by Rebecca Yarros Follow Torry on Instagram, Twitter, Letterboxd, and GoodReads. Check out Torry’s pop culture podcast: Ready to Be Petty. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you. Music by Simon Tebbenham.

In chapter 37, Torry (she/her) and Sam (he/him) from The Bitter Jurors Podcast recap The Trouble with Hating You by Sajni Patel (8:06). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (58:15). Content Warning: Discussion about sexual assault and physical abuse throughout the episode. Take care! Spoiler Warning: While we explore The Trouble with Hating You  in detail, rest assured that there won't be any spoilers in the episode beyond this book. Leave a voicemail question or comment for Torry to include in a future episode. Suggest a book here. Upcoming Episodes: December 4: Ice Planet Barbarians by Ruby Dixon December 18: A Cuban Girl’s Guide to Tea and Tomorrow by Laura Taylor Namey Follow Torry on Instagram, Twitter, Letterboxd, and GoodReads. Check out Torry’s pop culture podcast: Ready to Be Petty. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you. Music by Simon Tebbenham.