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GSMC Book Review Podcast

GSMC Audiobooks Network

Welcome to the GSMC Book Review Podcast, where literature comes to life through captivating conversations! Spearheaded by our remarkable host, Sarah Meckler, we dive into the fascinating realm of books, inviting authors to share their creative journeys and the inspirations behind their latest works. With Sarah"s probing questions and keen insights, we delve beyond the written pages, exploring the authors" thoughts, their creative processes, and the intricate details that shape their narratives

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67:51

Louise-Élisabeth Vigée Le Brun by Judith Lissauer...

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2026/02/17

Sarah has a conversation with acclaimed biographer Judith Lissauer Cromwell to discuss her compelling biography, Louise-Élisabeth Vigée Le Brun: Portrait of an Artist, 1755–1842. This captivating work chronicles the extraordinary life of Louise-Élisabeth Vigée Le Brun, one of the most celebrated portrait artists of the 18th and early 19th centuries.Best known as the favored painter of Marie Antoinette, Vigée Le Brun rose to prominence in a male-dominated art world, overcoming barriers that denied

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64:26

The Cover Girl by Amy Rossi | GSMC Book Review Podcast

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2026/02/11

Sarah sits down with debut author Amy Rossi to discuss her powerful and emotionally resonant novel, The Cover Girl.At the heart of the story is Birdie Rhodes, discovered at just thirteen by legendary modeling agent Harriet Goldman and launched into the high-stakes world of fashion. What begins as a dream opportunity quickly becomes something far more complicated when Birdie falls for a much older rock star, setting off a chain of events that reshapes her life. From the glamour of the modeling

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61:45

Kinship Medicine by Wendy Johnson | GSMC Book Review...

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2026/02/04

Sarah talks with physician, author, and public health thinker Dr. Wendy Johnson to discuss her powerful and timely book, Kinship Medicine: Cultivating Interdependence to Heal the Earth and Ourselves.Modern life promises convenience and progress, yet many of us feel more isolated, unhealthy, and disconnected than ever. In Kinship Medicine, Dr. Johnson challenges the foundations of how we live and care for one another, arguing that human health cannot be separated from community, environment, and our

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62:10

The Girl Without a Voice by Sandra J. Paul | GSMC...

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2026/01/27

Sarah sits down with author Sandra J. Paul to discuss her chilling psychological suspense novel, The Girl Without a Voice. Set against the eerie backdrop of the fall of 1980, this gripping story blends the tension of a thriller with the unsettling pull of true crime.The novel follows Alice, a young woman born mute and isolated from the outside world by her controlling parents. Her life changes forever when she overhears her terminally ill father confess to a series of murders during his final days

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50:17

Hey, Pickpocket by Allison Cundiff | GSMC Book Review...

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2026/01/23

Sarah welcomes debut novelist Allison Cundiff to discuss her literary fiction novel, Hey, Pickpocket, a heartfelt and beautifully written story about identity, belonging, and the search for home.Hey, Pickpocket follows Frances, a woman determined to leave her past behind as she travels to Ireland in hopes of beginning again. Surrounded by striking landscapes and rich local culture, Frances encounters a memorable cast of characters who challenge her assumptions, push her toward emotional honesty, and

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70:06

The Last Real Showgirl by Diane Christiansen | GSMC...

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2026/01/20

Sarah sits down with author and former professional dancer Diane Christiansen to discuss her memoir, The Last Real Showgirl: My Sequined ’70s Onstage. This candid and captivating conversation shines a light on a nearly vanished era of entertainment, when showgirls represented the height of glamour in clubs, resorts, and world-class venues.Diane shares her journey from a restless teenager in Illinois to performing on some of the most famous stages in the world. Her story begins with a life-changing

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54:33

Fleet Landing by Wendy Gee | GSMC Book Review Podcast

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2026/01/02

Sarah sits down with author Wendy Gee to discuss her crime fiction mystery Fleet Landing, a tense and emotionally charged novel set against the backdrop of Charleston, South Carolina.The conversation explores the inspiration behind Fleet Landing, a story where a string of suspicious fires exposes long-buried secrets, systemic corruption, and the human cost of injustice. Wendy Gee shares insight into crafting a layered mystery that balances fast-moving danger with deeply personal stakes. Listeners

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70:29

Original Sinner by Kait Ballenger | GSMC Book Review...

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2025/12/30

Sarah welcomes bestselling author Kait Ballenger to discuss her dark romantasy novel Original Sinner, a bold reimagining of the seven deadly sins set in modern-day New York City.In Ballenger’s world, the sins are ultrarich power brokers—Lust runs brothels, Sloth dominates streaming media, and Pride, known as Lucifer, rules with beauty, control, and danger. When a private rant about Lucifer goes public, his assistant is thrust into a high-stakes fake engagement that blurs the line between performance

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46:08

Bald-Faced Liar by Victoria Helen Stone | GSMC Book...

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2025/12/20

Sarah welcomes bestselling author Victoria Helen Stone for a gripping conversation about her latest psychological suspense novel, Bald-Faced Liar. Known for unforgettable thrillers like Jane Doe and The Hook, Stone once again delivers a tense, character-driven story that keeps readers questioning everything. And everyone.The novel follows Elizabeth May, a traveling nurse who has mastered the art of reinvention. With a new home in Santa Cruz and yet another carefully constructed identity, Elizabeth

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42:48

Boomer Sees the Town by Diann Floyd Boehm | GSMC Book...

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2025/12/16

Sarah welcomes award-winning children’s author Diann Floyd Boehm to discuss her charming and heartfelt book, Boomer Sees the Town, the first adventure in the Curious Bunny series. Perfect for families, educators, and lovers of children’s literature, this conversation highlights the creativity, warmth, and purpose behind stories written for young readers.Boomer Sees the Town follows Boomer, a curious bunny who leaves the comfort of the forest to experience the sights, sounds, and surprises of the big

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42:27

Hemlock Lane by Marshall Fine | GSMC Book Review Podcast

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2025/12/12

Sarah welcomes acclaimed writer Marshall Fine to discuss Hemlock Lane, his powerful new novel that blends emotional depth with the atmospheric tension of urban and high fantasy elements. Set during the turbulent summer of 1967, Hemlock Lane follows Nora Levitsky as she returns to her family home, a place filled with long-held secrets, generational pressures, and the haunting pull of unresolved relationships.Sarah and Marshall explore the novel’s rich themes: family dynamics under strain, the weight

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62:23

Magda Revealed by Ursula Werner | GSMC Book Review...

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2025/12/09

Sarah welcomes author Ursula Werner for a powerful and imaginative conversation about her biblical fiction novel Magda Revealed. Werner’s bold re-envisioning of Mary Magdalene challenges long-held traditions and brings new life to one of history’s most misunderstood figures. Through wit, candor, and deep storytelling insight, she shares how she reshaped Magda’s voice, explored her relationship with Yeshua, and confronted centuries of mythmaking, misogyny, and misinterpretation.Sarah and Werner

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The Alchemy of Flowers by Laura Resau | GSMC Book...

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2025/11/18

Sarah welcomes award-winning author Laura Resau to explore the enchanting and mysterious world of her newest novel, The Alchemy of Flowers. Set within a secluded, centuries-old garden in the South of France, the story follows Eloise, a woman seeking solace after painful attempts to build the family she longs for. Answering an unexpected call for a gardener at the remote Jardins du Paradis, she leaves behind the noise of her life in the States and enters a place where beauty, transformation, and

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47:55

The Wretched and Undone by J.E. Weiner | GSMC Book...

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2025/11/11

Sarah speaks with J.E. Weiner, author of the award-nominated southern gothic historical fiction novel The Wretched and Undone. Set in the rugged beauty of the Texas Hill Country on the eve of the Civil War, this sweeping saga follows Polish immigrants Marcin and Agnieszka Anderwald as they seek a new beginning—only to encounter a dark force that threatens their family and faith.Inspired by real people and true events, The Wretched and Undone brings together a haunting cast of characters: immigrant

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48:34

At Least I’m Trying by Tara Hodgson | GSMC Book...

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2025/11/04

Sarah welcomes author Tara Hodgson to discuss her emotional and thought-provoking young adult novel, At Least I’m Trying. This powerful coming-of-age story follows Reese, a teenage athlete whose dreams of playing college volleyball collapse in an instant, sending her on a search for identity, freedom, and belonging.Reese has always been the perfect daughter, student, and athlete until her world begins to crumble. Enter Cassie Brentwood: bold, spontaneous, and everything Reese wishes she could be. As

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52:14

Smoke on the Wind by Kelli Estes | GSMC Book Review...

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2025/10/30

Sarah welcomes Kelli Estes, bestselling author of The Girl Who Wrote in Silk and Today We Go Home, to discuss her latest novel, Smoke on the Wind. This sweeping story connects two women—centuries apart—through love, loss, and an inexplicable bond that transcends time.Set in both contemporary and early 19th-century Scotland, Smoke on the Wind follows Keaka Denney, a mother struggling to rebuild her life after tragedy, and Sorcha Chisholm, a woman in 1801 fleeing wrongful accusation and forced from

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70:58

The Rabbi's Knight by Michael J. Cooper | GSMC Book...

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2025/10/21

Sarah welcomes back award-winning author Michael J. Cooper to discuss his latest historical fiction novel, The Rabbi’s Knight—a thrilling prequel to his acclaimed “Empire” series.Set in 1290 at the end of the Crusades, The Rabbi’s Knight follows Knight Templar Jonathan St. Clair as he joins forces with Rabbi Samuel of Baghdad on a perilous mission through Acre and Jerusalem. When they uncover a mysterious scroll said to hold the key to the Temple Mount’s secrets, they must confront betrayal, faith,

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40:13

Forsaken Souls by J.M. Shaw | GSMC Book Review Podcast

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2025/10/14

Sarah welcomes J.M. Shaw, author of the gripping urban/high fantasy novel Forsaken Souls. Set in a richly imagined realm where magic and humanity collide, Shaw’s story follows Callum and Jax on a perilous quest to repair the veil separating the magical and human worlds. Their journey leads them straight into the hands of the Der’geron—an ancient enemy plotting vengeance after centuries of exile.As war looms and Queen Jobella struggles to hold her fractured kingdom together, Forsaken Souls explores

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44:36

The Campaign by Evette Davis | GSMC Book Review Podcast

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2025/10/07

Sarah welcomes back Evette Davis, author of The Others and The Gift, to talk about The Campaign, the thrilling conclusion to her Council Trilogy. Blending politics, power, and the supernatural, this urban fantasy finale follows political consultant Olivia Shepherd, who finds herself in the middle of a dangerous presidential race where dark magic and ambition collide.After returning home from a harrowing mission overseas, Olivia is offered the chance of a lifetime: to help elect the first woman

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48:38

Death in the Aviary by Victoria Dowd | GSMC Book...

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2025/09/30

Sarah sits down with Victoria Dowd to talk about her historical mystery novel, Death in the Aviary.The story begins on New Year’s Eve, 1928, inside the grand yet isolated Ravenswick Abbey on the wilds of Dartmoor. Nine people enter an ornate lift. The power fails. Darkness falls. A single gunshot rings out. When the lights return, Charles Ravenswick, heir to the family fortune, lies dead. No one could have entered or left — leaving a chilling locked-room mystery where everyone has a motive, and no

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