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The Pretty Little Death

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Discussing popular romance and smutty literature, especially those of the dark or taboo verity. We will talk about what works, what doesn"t, what we like and what we hated. Join us for our monthly book club reads, and hot topics.Find us on Discord https://discord.gg/CYk65uYq6e

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Honeycutt Review: We HATED This Spicy Romance Book

The Pretty Little Death ·

2026/01/24

Honeycutt by Sierra Simone Book Review | Salt Kiss Sequel DisappointmentIs Honeycutt by Sierra Simone worth reading? We're reviewing the spicy romance sequel that left us FRUSTRATED. After loving Salt Kiss, book 2 in the Lyonesse series was a major letdown. Here's our honest romance book review!⏱️ TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Intro & What We're Reading 5:00 - Honeycutt Plot Summary 15:00 - Why We're Disappointed 25:00 - Plot Holes & Character Issues 35:00 - The Smut Scenes (Our Rating) 45:00 - Would

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55:17

How My Neighbor Stole Christmas: A Holiday Romance...

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2025/12/24

🎄 Christmas Eve Special: A Romance Gone WrongNigel and the Critic review Megan Quinn's "How My Neighbor Stole Christmas" - a 482-page holiday romance that crashes harder than Santa's sleigh. This Hallmark-meets-Grinch mashup featuring Story Taylor and Cole Black delivers everything you don't want: bad poetry, inconsistent characters, and a plot hole big enough to fit the North Pole.Episode Highlights:First impressions: 9% in and already hating itThe narrator vs. Cole Black arguments that break the

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60:04

Seven Years to Sin by Sylvia Day | Book Review &...

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2025/11/24

In this episode, we review Sylvia Day's 2012 Regency romance novel Seven Years to Sin. If you love historical romance, spicy romance books, or Bridgerton-style stories, this book club discussion is for you!📚 BOOK DETAILS:Title: Seven Years to SinAuthor: Sylvia DayGenre: Historical Romance, Regency Era RomanceSpice Level: 🌶️🌶️🌶️Our Rating: 3/5 StarsAvailable: Kindle, Audible, Libby App🎧 WHAT WE COVER: ✅ Full spoiler book review of Seven Years to Sin ✅ Regency romance tropes: widow romance, age

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66:36

Not Enough by J.P. Sina DISCUSSION | Omegaverse Book...

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2025/10/27

🔥 BRUTALLY HONEST Omegaverse Book Review 🔥We're reviewing "Not Enough" by J.P. Sina and Allie Santos - and spoiler alert: this dark romance Omegaverse harem book MISSED THE MARK. If you're wondering whether to read this Kindle Unlimited book, watch this review first!📚 IN THIS EPISODE: ✅ Not Enough book review - full breakdown ✅ Omegaverse explained for beginners ✅ Why this "dark romance" isn't actually dark ✅ Major plot holes you NEED to know about ✅ Spicy book recommendations that are actually

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83:10

Starship Troopers: Book vs Movie | Why The Film...

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2025/10/14

Was Robert A. Heinlein's 1959 novel Starship Troopers actually good, or did Paul Verhoeven's campy 1997 film adaptation accidentally create something better? Spoiler: The book reads like military fanfic, and the movie wins by a landslide.In this premiere episode of "The Book Was Better," we dive deep into the massive differences between Heinlein's militaristic novel and Verhoeven's satirical sci-fi action film. We explore why the movie bombed initially but became a cult classic, how the characters

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64:41

More Military Than Sci-Fi: Deconstructing Heinlein's...

The Pretty Little Death ·

2025/10/03

Join the hosts of Ink & Asteroids for their debut episode as they dive deep into Robert A. Heinlein's controversial 1959 classic, Starship Troopers. This isn't your typical sci-fi discussion - discover why this military-focused novel left both hosts questioning whether it truly belongs in the science fiction genre.What We Cover:Why Starship Troopers feels more like military recruitment propaganda than space operaThe philosophical heavy-handedness that dominates the middle chaptersJohnny Rico as

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99:10

Man Reads His First SPICY Romance Novel! Salt Kiss...

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2025/09/24

What happens when a guy reads his first spicy romance book? We gave "The Cryptid" Salt Kiss by Sierra Simone and his reactions are HILARIOUS!This military bodyguard romance with BDSM elements definitely caught him off guard. From questioning the virgin soldier plot to critiquing military accuracy, his fresh perspective on the romance genre is eye-opening.⭐ RATINGS: Story 4.5/5 | Spice Level 2/5 ⭐🔥 WHAT WE DISCUSS:First male reader honest reactionsPlot holes that made us laughMilitary romance

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60:28

Re-Released with Working Audio! Thick Girl Summer:...

The Pretty Little Death ·

2025/08/09

Somehow, our YouTube version of this episode went up perfectly, but the audio version did not!We are gearing up to come back from our hiatus which ends in Sept, and only just now realized WE HAD NO AUDIO FOR A WHOLE MONTH!We are so sorry, all. Don't miss this episode, as it is a DOZY! Content Warning: This episode contains discussions of sensitive material including trauma, BDSM themes, and adult content. Not suitable for children.After a year-long wait, we finally dive into Rebecca Quinn's highly

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60:08

Thick Girl Summer: Our Brutally Honest Review of...

The Pretty Little Death ·

2025/06/29

Content Warning: This episode contains discussions of sensitive material including trauma, BDSM themes, and adult content. Not suitable for children.After a year-long wait, we finally dive into Rebecca Quinn's highly anticipated finale to the Brutes of Bristlebrook series. "Entwined" promised to be our most anticipated release of the year, but did it deliver? Join us as we discuss the 800+ page conclusion to Eden and the Brutes' story.We break down everything from character development (or

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15:43

The Harbinger: A Supernatural Romance from the...

The Pretty Little Death ·

2025/06/24

In this special episode of The Pretty Little Death podcast, the host shares an original short story written for a supernatural romance contest. Despite receiving over 1,100 submissions and not making it past the first round, the host was so passionate about the writing process that they decided to share "The Harbinger" with their loyal listeners.The story follows Belethal, a supernatural being known as a Harbinger—an agent of death responsible for collecting souls and bringing them to the afterlife

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52:32

Revenant by R. Valentine: Adult Twilight Meets...

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2025/05/24

In this episode, the hosts discuss their last-minute book switch from "Cades" to "Revenant" by R. Valentine - and they're glad they made the change! This post-apocalyptic vampire series combines elements reminiscent of Twilight with the survival dynamics of The Walking Dead, creating what they call a "grown-up version of Twilight."Set 20+ years after a viral apocalypse that created zombies (called "kooks"), the story follows Abby, a woman living in a fortified Montana town where benevolent vampires

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55:55

Retro Romance Review: When Strangers Marry by Lisa...

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2025/04/24

Join the critic and the bestie for a nostalgic journey into 90s romance with Lisa Kleypas's "When Strangers Marry." Originally published in 1992, this historical romance takes us to the Louisiana Territory where fiery 19-year-old Lizette escapes an unwanted betrothal by running into the arms of the mysterious and brooding Maximilian.The hosts dive deep into this pocket edition romance featuring twins, political intrigue, a murder mystery, and Creole culture. They explore character dynamics, the

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11:42

Review Shorts : Quick Hits and Literary Misses

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2025/03/24

This episode of "The Pretty Little Death" podcast features short reviews of four books available on Kindle UnlimitedThe Critic shares their personal 5-star rating system where 3+ stars indicates a book worth reading. Recommendations include "Man Eater" by Emily Antoinette (a highly-rated monster romance featuring a summoned succubus), "King of Ruin" by Tammy Andersen (part of the Lords of Las Vegas series, which received a low rating), "Donation Clinic" by Alexis B. Osborne (an omega verse romance

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21:41

The Post Show : Braving Romance: Books, BookTok, and...

The Pretty Little Death ·

2025/03/24

The Bestie and the Critic discuss romance novels and defend the genre against criticism while exploring its historical context.The conversation shifts to a thoughtful defense of romance literature against critics, highlighting how Jane Austen faced similar dismissal in her time. The hosts celebrate how "smut" has revitalized the print industry post-pandemic and encourage listeners to explore both contemporary romance and classics.

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61:40

The Poisoner: Gothic Romance or Edwardian Fantasy?

The Pretty Little Death ·

2025/03/24

In this episode, the hosts discuss "The Poisoner" by Ivy Ophelia, a book marketed as Gothic romance but which they argue is more of an Edwardian fantasy. They critique historical inaccuracies, including the lack of chaperones and phone usage that contradicts the Victorian setting. The story follows Alina, an apothecary who poisons "bad men," and her complex relationships with Silas (a snake-like vampire) and Luca/Victor (who turns out to be more sinister than initially portrayed). Despite major plot

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9:36

Short Reviews: Monster Romance, Shifters, and...

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2025/03/10

The Critic shares reviews of three books found through Kindle Unlimited and "Stuff Your Kindle Day." The first recommendation, "My Orc Silver Fox," earns a solid 3-star rating for its cozy monster romance with an age gap and pregnancy storyline. The second book, "The Rejected Shifters Required Bride," receives a disappointing 1-star rating for its shallow plot despite its interesting premise. The final book, "The Alpha Got Me," gets a DNF (Did Not Finish) rating, with The Critic describing it as

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8:59

Review Shorts : Three Books to Skip

The Pretty Little Death ·

2025/03/03

The Critic shares candid reviews of three romance novels available on Kindle Unlimited that didn't meet expectations. Despite high ratings online, all three books - a cowboy Omegaverse story, a Russian mafia romance, and a dark billionaire tale - received two-star ratings from the host.

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22:05

The Problem with First Person POV - A Pretty Little...

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2025/02/24

Join The Critic and The Bestie in this special post-show discussion as they dive deep into the challenges of first-person perspective in contemporary romance literature. The hosts explore why this popular writing style can detract from storytelling, examining issues like character insight limitations, self-insert fantasies, and the current state of romance publishing. This thought-provoking conversation tackles industry trends, editing standards, and the importance of diverse storytelling

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54:05

Stray - A Soft Dom Romance Review

The Pretty Little Death ·

2025/02/24

Join The Critic and The Bestie as they dive into February's Book of the Month - "Stray" by Daisy Jane. This 500-page contemporary romance follows a single mom exploring a BDSM relationship with a gym owner struggling with self-image. Our hosts discuss the delicate handling of new-to-scene dynamics, single parenthood in romance, and debate the authenticity of character development.Rating: ⭐⭐⭐ - ⭐⭐⭐½Content Note: Discussion of adult themes and BDSM dynamics, though explicit content is not detailed in

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11:07

Review Shorts : Weird, Wild, and Just Plain Meh: This...

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2025/02/10

The Critic reviews three unconventional romance books they read as "palate cleansers" after a draining week. They discuss "Monsterland Mayhem" (an Omegaverse Alice in Wonderland retelling), "Baby Proposal" (a billionaire boss romance), and "Her Guy Friday" (a workplace romance with a contractual dating premise). Each review includes candid thoughts on plot, pricing, and whether the books are worth reading on Kindle Unlimited.Featured Books:Monsterland Mayhem by Lexi C. Foss (2.5/5)Baby Proposal by

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