Book Reccos: Between the Pages
We're Jess and Lauren, the pals behind the Instagram account @bookreccos, this is the podcast where we chat all things books and everything in between, so tune in for spoiler free discussions! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Seven Sisters Series by Lucinda Riley
In this episode, Jess and Lauren dive into a series Jess spent eight months reading, so it understandably deserves an episode of it's own! If you want to buy Jess' books 2nd hand on Vinted here is the link: https://www.vinted.co.uk/member/125112967-jessicaacarterÂ
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Adolescence
In today's episode, Jess and Lauren discuss the Netflix series that *everyone* is talking about, Adolescence, linking it to a recent book they've read which explores similar topics, but also...doesn't.
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Fundamentally with Nussaibah Younis
In this episode, Jess and Lauren chat to Nussaibah Younis on her BRILLIANT new book Fundamentally, it's a hilarious and eye-opening novel where an academic lands a UN job rehabilitating ISIS women, one of whom she forms a problematic bond with.
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March 2025 Wrap Up
The clocks are about to change and so it's time for Jess and Lauren's monthly wrap up episode. Tune in for Jess to share thoughts on the newest Hunger Games book and Lauren's journey with reading Kristin Hannah's backlog!
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Whats publishing in Spring
After how much listeners loved the "what's publishing in 2025" episode in January, Jess and Lauren have decided to make it a quarterly staple, so get ready for a glimpse of some of the books Jess and Lauren are looking forward to reading in April, May and June
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Table for One with Emma Gannon
In this week's episode, Jess and Lauren have the pleasure of sitting down with the one and only Emma Gannon, chatting all about her new book Table for One which is available to pre order now!
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February Recap
Jess and Lauren are back from the half term break and its time to travel back in time to February where they share everything they got up to on their Winter Reading Retreat!
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Books Mentioned in this episode:
The Rewrite by Lizzie Damilola BlackburnÂConfessions of Bridget Jones
Bridget Jones Mad About the Boy came out in cinemas this week so this week Jess and Lauren debrief on what we loved about the film and share some of their fav chic lit reccos!
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Books Mentioned in this episode:
Confessions of a 40 something F up by Alexandra PotterFinlay Donovan Is Killing It by Elle CosimanoP.s. I love you - Cecila Ahern Confessions of a Shopaholic – Sophie KinsellaThe Devil Wears Prada – Lauren WeisbergerThe Idea of You by Robin...Greatest of All Time by Alex Allison
Today Jess and Lauren are joined by Alex Allison to talk about his new book Greatest of All Time an incredible book about hidden relationships, sexuality and football!
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Books Mentioned in this episode:
Greatest of All Time by Alex Allison
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Book Reccos Similar To...
Today's episode is a suggestion by a lovely listener, where Jess and Lauren share Reccos of books similar to some all time faves!
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Books Mentioned in this episode:
Final Revival of Opal & NevMe Before You by Jojo MoyesLittle Fires Everywhere by Celeste NgThis Motherless Land by Nikki MaySilver Sparrow by Tayari JonesVanishing Half by Brit BennettAsk Again Yes by Mary Beth KeaneEverything I Know About Love by Dolly AldertonYellowface by R. F. KuangOne of the Good Guys by...January Wrap Up 2025
Join Jess and Lauren for their first wrap up of the year where Jess and Lauren share what they got up to, watched and read in January!
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Books Mentioned in this episode:
Homesick by Sylvia Saunders Happy All The Time by Laurie ColwinBook Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter:Â
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So Thrilled For You by Holly Bourne
Today Jess and Lauren bring Holly Bourne's newest book to the pod, So Thrilled For You, which is publishing this month.
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Books Mentioned in this episode:
So Thrilled For You by Holly BourneBook Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter:Â
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In Conversation with Gillian McAllister
In their first author interview of 2025, Jess and Lauren kick things off by chatting to Gillian McAllister, best selling thriller author, on her latest book Famous Last Words.Â
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Books Mentioned in this episode:
Famous Last Words by Gillian McAllisterBook Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter:Â
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What's Publishing in 2025?
It's the first episode of the year, and it's a good one! Jess and Lauren look ahead to the books publishing in 2025!
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Top Books of 2024
Its the last podcast episode of 2024, so buckle in for the longest episode of the year as Jess and Lauren share their Top 10 Books of the Year!
Books Mentioned in this Episode:
The Women by Kristin HannahThe Nightingale by Kristin HannahBrother Do You Love Me by Mani & Reuben CoeStrong Female Character by Fern BradyKala by Colin WalshGreen Dot by Madeline GrayThe Life Impossible by Matt HaigHello Beautiful by Ann NapolitanoBlue Sisters by Coco MellorsLies & Weddings by Kevin KwanBy Any Other Name by Jodi PicoultThis Motherless Land by Nikki MayHomecoming Kate MortonPachinko by Min Jin LeeThe...We're Holding Space
Let us be glad, let us be grateful that the Wicked movie is finally here, its taken over our Jess and Lauren's lives so they had to make a podcast about it. Let it be known, these book have a vary tenuous link to Wicked, it's just a great excuse to talk about books they haven't brought to the podcast yet...
Books Mentioned in this Episode:
James by Percival Everett Into the Storm by Cecilia AhernEat Slay Love by Julie Mae CohenBook Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter:
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Festive Book Reccos 2024
It's the most wonderful time, of the year... So grab a hot drink and settle in for the anual festive reccos of 2024 episode!
With the New Year approaching this is a perfect time to get ahead of resolutions and get yourself a Reading Journal to help you stay accountable of your reading goals in 2025. Get yours from the Book Reccos website, here!
Books Mentioned in this Episode:
The Mistletoe Mystery by Nita ProseA Jingle Bell Mingle by Julie Murphy & Sierra SimoneThe Christmas Express by Isla GordonBook Reccos...
November 24 Wrap Up
In this slightly chaotic wrap up episode Jess and Lauren chat about what they got up to in November including now taking bookings for their first winter reading retreat in February! If you are interested in coming along, check it out hereÂ
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Books Mentioned in this Episode:
What I Ate in a Year by Stanley TucciB...Translated Fiction Reccos
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Books Mentioned in this Episode:
Clara Reads Proust by Stéphane Carlier
Clean by Alia Trabucco Zerán
What You Are Looking for is in the Library by Michiko Aoyama
What I Know About You by Éric Chacour
A Perfect Day to Be Alone by Nanae Aoyama
Honourab...
Recent Crime Reads 2.0
Are you ready for a repeat of Recent Crime Reads?! This episode has everything from cosy crime, mystery and dark thrillers.
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Books Mentioned in this Episode:
A Drowning Tide by Sarah LawtonWe Solve Murders by Richard OsmanI have some Questions for you by Rebecca MakkaiBook Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter:
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October 2024 Wrap Up
In this episode, Jess and Lauren catch up on what they got up to in October, and a new review to chat through!
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The Unexpected by Ellen WilesBook Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter:
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Halloween Book Reccos
Happy Halloween! To get you in the spirit, Jess and Lauren have got no tricks only treats for you today. Think books with witches and vampires, horror with supernatural elements and a dark thriller!
Books Mentioned in this Episode:
Queen B by Juno Dawson We Used To Live Here by Marcus KliewerMy Vampire Plus-One by Jenna LevineGirl A by Abigail DeanBook Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter:
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A Probably Nothing Pity Party
Get ready for a double recco episode where Jess and Lauren chat through 2 books which on the surface explore very similar topics, but in reality couldn't be more different!
Books Mentioned in this Episode:
Probably Nothing by Lauren BravoPity Party by Daisy BuchananBook Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter:
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World Mental Health Day
As 10th October is Mental Health Awareness Day in today's episode Jess and Lauren share a few reccos which explore the topic.
Books Mentioned in this Episode:
The Life Impossible by Matt HaigBetween Friends & Lovers by Shirlene ObuobiMaame by Jessica GeorgeEvil Eye by Etaf RumBook Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter:
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Intermezzo by Sally Rooney
In today's episode Jess and Lauren discuss the book that everyone's taking about, yes, it's the latest release by Sally Rooney!
Books Mentioned in this Episode:
Intermezzo by Sally RooneyBook Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter:
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September Wrap Up 2024
As we start to enter Autumn, Jess and Lauren check in to see how the first of the "ber months" has treated them, and as always recapping what they've read, where we've been and what we've been watching in September.
Books Mentioned in this Episode:
Friend Zone Experiment by Zen Cho Honeybee by Dawn O'Porter (& Paper Aeroplanes)Book Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter:
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What a Way to Go by Bella Mackie
In today's episode, Jess and Lauren discuss What a Way to Go, the newest book from Bella Mackie!
Books Mentioned in this Episode:
What a Way to Go by Bella MackieBook Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter:
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Demure but also brat book reccos
Have you had a Brat Girl Summer, or was your vacation very mindful, very... demure? In this episode, Jess and Lauren breakdown the two summer trends and serve up hot reccos for each!
Books Mentioned in this Episode:
Same as it Ever Was by Claire LombardoGin O'Clock Club by Rosie BlakeAvoidance, Drugs, Heartbreak and Dogs by Jordan StephensWomen by Chloe CaldwellBook Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter:
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Summer Catch Up
Welcome back! In this episode Jess and Lauren fill you in on all they got up to over the summer break, and throw in a recco for Janice Hallett's newest book too!
Books Mentioned in this Episode:
The Examiner by Janice HallettBook Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter:
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July wrap and Reading Retreat Recap
It's the final episode before a little summer break, so today Jess and Lauren share the low down on their second Reading Retreat as well as leaving you with some reccos for the summer!
Books Mentioned in this Episode:
One of the Good Guys by Araminta HallThe Salt Path by Raynor Winn Tom Lake by Ann PatchettBook Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter:
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The NYT Top 100 Books of the 21st Century
This week, Jess and Lauren discuss the books that made it into The New York Times Top 100 books of the 21st Century, sharing reccos on the books they've read and the ones worthy of adding to the TBR.
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Gold Rush with Olivia Petter.
This week, Jess and Lauren interview none other than award-winning journalist & author Olivia Petter on her NEW book Gold Rush which is set to be the book of the summer!
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Books Mentioned in this Episode:
Gold Rush by Olivia PetterFreedom...Swiftie Eras as Book Reccos (Pt.2)
A little known artist by the name of Taylor Swift was recently touring in the UK, so today's episode takes inspiration from the Eras tour, providing you with a recco for each era....Are You Ready For It? Join Jess and Lauren for part 2!
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Swiftie Eras as Book Reccos (Pt 1)
A little known artist by the name of Taylor Swift was recently touring in the UK, so today's episode takes inspiration from the Eras tour, providing you with a recco for each era....Are You Ready For It?
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Mid Year Reading Check In
As we're now officially half way through the year, in this episode Jess and Lauren use their Reading Journals for a mid-year reading check-in.
Books Mentioned in this Episode:
Everytime I go on Vacation Someone Dies by Catherine MackDeath at the Sign of the Rook by Kate AtkinsonÂBook Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter:
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Recent HisFic Book Reccos
This is the episode Jess and Lauren have been promising for a while: a round up of the recent historical fiction books they've enjoyed this year. Coming from two people who claim to not like historical fiction, you can trust this will be full of reccos.
Books Mentioned in this Episode:
In Memoriam by Alice Winn The Nightingale by Kristin HannahHomecoming by Katie MortonBeautiful Ruins by Jess WalterBook Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter:
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Summer 2024 Book Reccos
In today's episode, Jess and Lauren are back with a listener's favourite: their top reccos for summer reads 2024. Whether you're going away, or plan on reading in the garden, tune in to hear about the books which should be on your packing list.
Books Mentioned in this Episode:
Sandwich by Catherine NewmanThis is Fine by Poorna BellLies & Weddings by Kevin KwanFunny Story by Emily HenryThis Motherless Land by Nikki MayBook Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter:
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May Wrap Up
After taking a half term break, Jess and Lauren are back to fill you in on what they got up to in May, and what they enjoyed reading!
Books Mentioned in this Episode:
Making It by Laura Kay My Favourite Mistake by Marian KeyesBook Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter:
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Blue Sisters by Coco Mellors
A very special book is about to release and this episode is dedicated to Coco Mellors new book Blue Sisters! After interviewing Coco on the podcast following the success of her first novel Cleopatra & Frankenstein, this book was a HIGHLY anticipated read, and Jess and Lauren dive into it today.
After this week's episode the podcast will be taking a half term break - but don't worry, we'll be back in June to fill you in on all the things we got up to!
Books Mentioned in this Episode:
Blue Sisters by...Star Signs as Book Reccos (Part 2)
It's time for part two of Star Signs as Books - tune in as Jess and Lauren pick up where they left off and pair some stellar books with astrological signs
Books Mentioned in this Episode:
How to Solve Your Own Murder by Kristen PerrinAtomic Habits: by James ClearWild by Kristin HannahLagos Wife by Vanessa WaltersFirst Lie wins by Ashley ElstonMy Mess is a Bit of a Life by Georgia PritchettThe Success Myth by Emma GannonBook Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter:
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