Welcome back to the BBB Podcast! In this week’s episode, we’re chatting about The Love Of My Afterlife by Kirsty Greenwood, a hilariously heartwarming rom-com where a second chance at love is literally a matter of life and death.

Shaya paired a glass of Chokeberry (Aronia berry) juice—a bold, tart choice that’ll bring you back to life! Meanwhile, Jenika is sipping on a Honeycrisp Crush cocktail, made with fresh honeycrisp apple juice, vodka, and ginger beer—sweet, refreshing, and perfect for a journey of love through life (and the afterlife).

In this quirky novel, Delphie meets the man of her dreams... just after dying from choking on a microwave burger (rough luck). When a mysterious mistake sends him back to earth, she’s offered a second shot at life—and love. But there’s a catch: she has just ten days to find him again in a city of millions.

Get your Chokeberry juice or Honeycrisp Crush ready, and join us as we dive into Delphie’s wild afterlife adventure! Can she track down her soulmate and get the fresh start she’s longing for, or will fate have other plans?

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🎵 Intro/Outro: "Siesta" by Jahzzar 🎵

Cheers to love, life, and the wild journey in between!

Welcome back to the BBB Podcast! In Episode 46, we're diving into the gritty, chaotic world of "Thorn City" by Pamela Statz—a novel where Portland’s quirks meet high-stakes drama, murder, and dark secrets.

Shaya went all in with an iced Ube Matcha latte, the epitome of Portland hipster vibes. Meanwhile, Jenika braved a cucumber martini—the only martini she thought she could handle, though she still wasn’t a fan.

In "Thorn City," we follow best friends Lisa and Jamie as they navigate the glitzy chaos of the Rose City Ripe for Disruption gala, a night full of flirtations, karaoke, and more than a few unsettling surprises. Things take a dark turn when Lisa bumps into her estranged mother, Ellen—a ruthless politician with a disturbing past connection to Lisa. As if that’s not enough, Lisa’s boyfriend, Patrick, shows up to meet his new boss, a drug kingpin running a food cart empire.

What starts as a night of glamour quickly spirals into a web of betrayal and shocking revelations. With Ellen’s ambitions threatening to consume them all, Lisa, Jamie, and Patrick find themselves fighting to escape her deadly schemes.

Grab your Ube Matcha latte or cucumber martini, and join us as we unravel the twisted secrets of "Thorn City." It’s a tale where the city’s quirky charm collides with cold ambition—tune in to see who makes it out alive!

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Intro/Outro: "Siesta" by Jahzzar

Welcome back to the BBB Podcast! In Episode 45, we're diving into the nostalgic and heartwarming world of "Summer Fridays" by Suzanne Rindell—a story set in the late '90s filled with AOL chats, unexpected friendships, and the magic of New York City.

Shaya has chosen a simple mocktail of grapefruit juice and sparkling water, reminiscent of the Sea Breezes enjoyed in the book. Jenika paired a blueberry mint limonada, perfect for a refreshing summer Friday vibe.

In "Summer Fridays," we follow Sawyer, a twentysomething navigating life in New York City during the summer of 1999. As she juggles her publishing assistant job, dreams of becoming a writer, and preparations for her wedding, she faces a lonely summer while her fiancé spends more time at work with his close female colleague, Kendra.

Enter Nick, Kendra's boyfriend, who invites Sawyer to meet and discuss their suspicions. Although their initial meeting doesn't go well, Nick later reaches out online to apologize, sparking an unexpected friendship. Their summer Fridays turn into explorations of New York City, from hot dogs on the Staten Island Ferry to Sea Breezes in the East Village and swimming at Coney Island. Nick pushes Sawyer to be braver, while she helps him reveal his vulnerable side.

Join us as we discuss this summery novel-- pour yourself a refreshing mocktail or blueberry mint limonada, and let's get into "Summer Fridays"!

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Intro/Outro: "Siesta" by Jahzzar