It’s Lit Book Reviews

Two old friends talk about the books they read. History, fantasy, classics, and more will be reviewed on this podcast.

The Strength of the Few by James Islington - ILBR #85

One of the most anticipated books of the year is here! Check it out to hear our non-spoiler and spoiler thoughts.

11-19
01:00:55

Empire of the Dawn by Jay Kristoff - ILBR #84

It's finally here! The end of The Empire of the Vampire trilogy... And your boys have a lot to say!

11-10
01:13:53

Red Dragon by Thomas Harris - ILBR #83

In this episode, we discuss the first book in the Hannibal series, as well as the movie of the same name, starring Edward Norton and Anthony Hopkins.

11-09
45:20

Empire of the Damned by Jay Kristoff - ILBR #82

The boys review and recap book two in Kristoff's Vampire series in anticipation of the release of book three next week!

10-30
01:44:41

East of West by Jonathan Hickman - ILBR Comics #6

The boys have finished the East of West compendium. Join us as we discuss all 45 issues of Jonathan Hickman and Nick Dragotta's epic dystopian sci-fi/fantasy story!

10-22
45:45

Empire of the Vampire by Jay Kristoff - ILBR #81

We're getting the spooky season started with some vampire action. Join us as we get started on the Empire of the Vampire trilogy. Book #3 drops next month!

10-07
55:49

Marvel's Ultimate Universe - ILBR Comics #5

The boys are back on some comics, discussing Batman, God Country, and Marvel's Ultimate Universe. The black hole of the comic world continues to consume us...

09-26
36:24

Invincible, Compendium 1 (feat. Tom Orange) - ILBR Comics #4

Our boy Tom Orange joins us again to discuss the first compendium of the award-winning comic series, Invincible, by Robert Kirkman.

09-13
59:28

Fires of Heaven by Robert Jordan (feat. Tom Orange) - ILBR #80

The Wheel of Tom continues! Join the squad to discuss book #5 of The Wheel of Time - The Fires of Heaven! The Wheel weaves...

09-10
01:10:22

Watchmen, Batman, Shredder, & More - ILBR Comics #3

Another weekly recap of all the floppies, TPs, and HCs that we've read over the last week or so... Namely, Watchmen. Why is this comic so popular?

09-05
43:24

Katabasis by R.F. Kuang - ILBR #79

R.F. Kuang's newest novel is here! KATABASIS - Andrew is here to tell you his thoughts on this freshie.

09-01
20:37

Fred the Great, the Revolution, and Vietnam - ILBR #78

In this episode, the boys discuss a handful of reads from the last couple of months. It's a real smorgasbord.

08-30
31:53

Invincible, TMNT, & Many More - ILBR Comics #2

We’re back with more comics. From Aug 13–20, the comic stack grew fast, and the boys aren’t mad about it.   Check out all of our stuff here linktr.ee/itslitbookreviews

08-23
34:12

OG Batman, Superman, X-Men & More! - ILBR Comics #1

We’ve officially begun the journey into comic book madness. In this first Weekly Comic Recap (Aug 6–13), we break down everything we read and share our thoughts.   Check out all of our stuff here linktr.ee/itslitbookreviews

08-22
18:49

We Got Into Comics... - ILBR Comics #0

So, the boys started getting into comic books, beginning with the Absolute DC runs. And the rest is history... Join us as we begin this new journey in nerddom.   Rate & Review!   Check out all of our stuff here linktr.ee/itslitbookreviews

08-14
46:00

King of Ashes by S.A. Cosby - ILBR #77

Today, we branch off into a genre that we typically don't read. S.A. Cosby's newest novel, King of Ashes, is a mystery thriller with some surprising twists.   Rate & Review!   Check out all of our stuff here linktr.ee/itslitbookreviews

08-08
28:18

The Shadow Rising by Robert Jordan (feat. Tom Orange) - ILBR #76

THE WHEEL OF TOM CONTINUES! Join the boys and returning guest Tom Orange as we discuss book four in The Wheel of Time by Robert Jordan. The wheel weaves! Rate & Review! Check out all of our stuff here linktr.ee/itslitbookreviews

07-30
01:26:19

Ranking 2025 So Far

Join the boys as we rank all of the books we've read in 2025 so far.   Check out all of our stuff here linktr.ee/itslitbookreviews

07-22
38:35

Historical Fiction - ILBR #75

In this episode, we discuss a few recent historical fiction reads that we enjoyed. We don't read much in this genre, but perhaps these books will change that.   Do not like or subscribe.   Check out all of our stuff here linktr.ee/itslitbookreviews

07-05
32:00

The Will of the Many by James Islington - ILBR #74

Today we finally discuss The Will of the Many, the first book in James Islington's new Heirarchy series. We loved his Licanius trilogy, and the hype around this new series was well worth it. A special guest joins us to give his thoughts as well. It's a party. Don't listen!!!   Check out all of our stuff here linktr.ee/itslitbookreviews

06-20
01:06:49

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