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The Lit Society Book Club

Scarlett and Jenae

Two best friends, endless book talk. Each week we dive into the stories we can’t stop thinking about—whether it’s our monthly book club pick, our favorite new recommendations, or the random (but always bookish) tangents that come up along the way. Think cozy chats, honest opinions, and the kind of conversations you’d have with your own bookish bestie.

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01:04:10

33: Books to Break a Reading Slump | Our Most...

The Lit Society Book Club ·

2025/07/15

Feeling stuck in a reading rut? We’ve been there—and we’re here to help! In this episode, we’re sharing the books that pulled us out of our worst reading slumps. From fast-paced thrillers to cozy comfort reads, these are the stories that reminded us why we love to read in the first place. Whether your TBR feels overwhelming or nothing is holding your attention, we’ve got the perfect slump-busting recs to reignite your spark.Our July Book Club Pick is The Poppy Fields by Nikki Erlick!Have a listener

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00:52:03

32: Rapid Fire Book Recommendations

The Lit Society Book Club ·

2025/07/08

Ready to bulk up your TBR in record time? In this episode, we’re dishing out rapid-fire book recommendations! From romance to thrillers, fantasy to feel-good fiction, we’re throwing titles out on the fly—so grab a pen, open your Notes app, or just listen on repeat. Whether you’re in a reading slump or just need your next obsession, we’ve got a rec (or ten) for you. Our July Book Club Pick is The Poppy Fields by Nikki Erlick!Have a listener question? Send it to

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01:02:20

31: Iron Flame Chapters 60-66 | The Calm Before the...

The Lit Society Book Club ·

2025/07/01

In this episode, we are diving into chapters 60-66 of Iron Flame! We wind down our deep dive series with some theories on a possible redemption arc for JFB, the evidence that we think proves General Melgrin is working with the venin, and how we would nothing more than to read a prequel focused on Lilith Sorrengail.Our July Book Club Pick is The Poppy Fields by Nikki Erlick!Have a listener question? Send it to thestepsisterspodcast@gmail.comInstagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@stepsisters.bookclub⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join

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00:34:44

30: Book Club Discussion | Dire Bound by Sable Sorenson

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2025/06/26

In this month’s second book club episode, we explore Dire Bound by Sable Sorenson—a dark and immersive romantasy that blends high stakes, forbidden magic, and the start to what we think will be a beautiful enemies to lovers story. We discuss the novel’s rich worldbuilding, complex characters, and our predictions for the second book in the series, Furybound (releasing next month!). Our July Book Club Pick is The Poppy Fields by Nikki Erlick!Have a listener question? Send it to

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00:30:36

29: Iron Flame Chapters 56-59 | Did Bodhi Hear That?

The Lit Society Book Club ·

2025/06/24

In this episode of The Step Sisters Podcast, we dive into chapters 56–59 of Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros—and things are getting chaotic. Scarlett unveils a truly unhinged (but maybe genius?) theory that Bodhi is a secret sound seeker who just might have overheard Xaden confessing his second signet. We also debate whether Melgren is actually Venin, dig into the tension building between key players, and unpack all the twists, reveals, and heart-pounding moments from these chapters. Buckle up—this

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01:07:58

28: Mid Year Reading Check In, Bookish Hot Takes, Pet...

The Lit Society Book Club ·

2025/06/17

We’re halfway through the year, which means it’s the perfect time to hit pause and check in on our reading lives so far. In this episode, we’re sitting down for a mid-year reading catch-up—and things get a little chaotic. From wild TBR lists to genre identity crises, we’re sharing it all.Scarlett reveals the truly unhinged state of her TBR, which lives not in a carefully curated spreadsheet or app, but in a totally disorganized Notes app document that defies logic. Jenae, on the other hand, has

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01:11:10

27: Book Club Discussion | Silver Elite by Dani Francis

The Lit Society Book Club ·

2025/06/12

In this episode of The Step Sisters Podcast, we’re diving deep into Silver Elite by Dani Francis. We’re sharing our overall impressions of the book—what pulled us in, what left us wanting more, and how we felt about the pacing, plot, and romance. We also dig into the main characters and their dynamics, the tension-filled moments, and the emotional highs and lows. And of course, we’re answering your book club questions and unpacking some of the themes and twists that had us texting each other in all

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00:57:59

26: Iron Flame Chapters 49-55 | Signets and Second...

The Lit Society Book Club ·

2025/06/10

This week on The Step Sisters Podcast, we’re diving into chapters 49–55 of Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros, and the tension is high. We’re unpacking everything from the emotional to the conspiratorial:Could a flashback reveal the true connection between Theophanie and Lilith? We're theorizing what the past might hold and what it could mean for the present.Xaden’s second signet has finally been revealed, and we're theorizing over what this could mean for the theory that Bodhi is the new

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00:58:40

25: Fourth Wing Character Showdown | Our Faves and...

The Lit Society Book Club ·

2025/06/03

**Spoilers for all of the Empyrean series ahead**Scarlett and Jenae are back today with an extremely in depth (and to be honest, delusional) discussion on characters from the Empyrean series. We are bringing our favorites, flops, and the characters whose deaths would haunt us. We’ve each brought our personal Top 10 characters, but we’re not just sharing them — we’re throwing them into a no-holds-barred cage match to battle it out for the official Step Sisters Ultimate Ranking. Who will soar to the

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01:00:09

24: Book Club Discussion | The Women by Kristin Hannah

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2025/05/29

In this powerful book club episode, the Step Sisters dive into The Women by Kristin Hannah—a gripping, emotional novel that shines a light on the often-overlooked stories of female nurses during the Vietnam War. We unpack the journey of Frankie McGrath, exploring her transformation from sheltered young woman to battle-tested nurse, and discuss how Hannah weaves themes of resilience, identity, and the cost of war through this unforgettable narrative.Join us as we reflect on the emotional highs and

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01:02:42

23: Iron Flame Chapters 43-48 | Throne Scenes and...

The Lit Society Book Club ·

2025/05/27

This week on Step Sisters Podcast, we’re diving into chapters 43–48 of Iron Flame, and wow—there's a lot to unpack. We discuss the slow and painful death of one of our favorite theories (RIP to the idea that Bodhi and Xaden are secret half-brothers—evidence has entered chat, and it’s not in our favor). We break down the sparring match between Cat and Violet, a moment that had us yelling at the pages for all sorts of reasons. Finally it’s on to that throne scene 😳—yes, that one—and the intensity,

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00:46:07

22: Vacation Reads Roundup-Book Recs for Your Summer...

The Lit Society Book Club ·

2025/05/20

Whether you're headed to the beach, the mountains, or just your backyard hammock, we're bringing you our favorite books to pack for your next getaway. In this episode, we’re sharing the perfect vacation reads—from lighthearted romances and gripping thrillers to immersive fiction you can get lost in between sunscreen applications.Have a listener question? Send it to thestepsisterspodcast@gmail.comInstagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@stepsisters.bookclub⁠⁠⁠⁠Join The Step Sisters Book Club on ⁠⁠⁠Fable:⁠⁠⁠Our May

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01:12:28

21: Iron Flame Chapters 37-42

The Lit Society Book Club ·

2025/05/13

This week on The Step Sisters Podcast, we’re diving headfirst into chapters 37 through 42 of Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros—and buckle up, because it gets spicy in more ways than one. From suspicions towards Tecarus' involvement with the venin to the possible truth behind Fen Riorson’s rebellion, we're coming prepared with the theories!Join us next week as we discuss our favorite beach reads and recommendations for your next vacation!Have a listener question? Send it to

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00:56:10

20: Rerating our Goodreads & One Star Reviews

The Lit Society Book Club ·

2025/05/06

In this episode, Scarlett and Jenae take a walk down memory lane (or maybe a dark alley) as they rerate some of their past Goodreads reviews. Did that 5-star favorite really hold up? Was that 2-star read actually a hidden gem? They also dive into the hilarious world of one-star reviews—from the dramatic to the downright unhinged—and share some of the funniest ones they could find. It’s bookish chaos you won’t want to miss.Have a listener question? Send it to thestepsisterspodcast@gmail.comInstagram:

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01:42:35

19: Iron Flame Chapters 30-36

The Lit Society Book Club ·

2025/04/29

In this episode of The Step Sisters Podcast, we dive deep into chapters 30–36 of Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros—and the tension is sky-high. We unpack our growing suspicions about Ridoc, explore how Aaric might've pieced together the truth about Xaden's deadly past, and theorize what this means for the bigger picture. Plus, we’re officially campaigning for prequels: give us the backstories of Varrish and Lilith already! These chapters are packed, and so is this discussion.Have a listener

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00:59:25

18: Book Club Discussion: Dinner for Vampires by...

The Lit Society Book Club ·

2025/04/24

The girls are back discussing their April book club pick, Dinner for Vampires by Bethany Joy Lenz. Not to spoil anything, but this was a success for The Step Sisters Book Club. Scarlett and Jenae dive deep into the details surrounding Bethany Joy Lenz’s time in a manipulative religious cult, their admiration for the actress, and their favorite people who helped turn her life around. Jenae shares a Throne of Glass update, and it’s safe to say that she will be quite busy for the foreseeable, while

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01:08:33

17: Iron Flame Chapters 25-29

The Lit Society Book Club ·

2025/04/22

The girls are back discussing chapters 25-29 of Iron Flame, and things are escalating! Scarlett and Jenae discuss the resurrection of JFB, Markham’s involvement with the venin, and honestly, what even is a gryphon? Scarlett, being who she is, launches into theories regarding Violet’s exes, and Jenae continues her quest to find a partner for Brennan.Check out book club discussion episode this Thursday, where the girls will be discussing Dinner for Vampires by Bethany Joy Lenz!Have a listener

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01:30:54

16: Iron Flame Chapters 19-24 and Q1 Reading Updates

The Lit Society Book Club ·

2025/04/15

We've got a long one for you today! The girls are back after a bit of a Spring Break, and they came ready to chat. Scarlett and Jenae start the episode off with an update on their reading progress for Q1, share their Spring TBRs, and their thoughts on Sunrise on the Reaping. The girls move into their discussion of chapters 19-24 of Iron Flame, which basically turns into one big matchmaking session. Scarlett and Jenae discuss love interests for Aaric and Mira, the drama of the interrogation chamber,

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01:07:49

15: Iron Flame Chapters 12-18

The Lit Society Book Club ·

2025/04/08

The girls are back deep diving chapters 12-18 of Iron Flame, and things are getting juicy at Basgiath! Scarlett and Jenae discuss possibly the best romance scene in the entire series, and Jenae finally brings Scarlett over to the dark side–AKA being a Xaden apologist. The girls discuss the possibility of Varrish’s involvement at Resson, and some crazy suspicions they have towards Ridoc. Join us next week as we continue our Iron Flame deep dive with chapters 19-24!Wanna join the best book club on the

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00:38:12

14: Romance Book Tropes and "Hear Me Out" Book Edition

The Lit Society Book Club ·

2025/04/01

Join the girls as they discuss their favorite books tropes and recommendations to go along with them! Scarlett and Jenae dig deep into their good reads archives to recommend books for seven popular romance book tropes, and play a game of "Hear Me Out" book edition. Things get a little heated when the topic of Gilmore Girls comes up, and the girls sing the praises of Suzanne Collins after finally finishing The Ballad of Song Birds and Snakes. Join us next week as we continue our Iron Flame deep dive

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