Chatting Chapters

Paris W + Hannah M
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The podcast where we give our compliments and criticisms of a different book each episode. Spoilers included! A little about us: Paris I'm a part-time Registered Nurse, but most of my days are spent at home with my toddler. I love sneaking in a good book whenever I can. During nap time, while cooking, cleaning, or even working out with an audiobook playing in the background. This podcast became a fun way for me to share my love of reading and create something that's just mine, outside of the everyday mum routine. Hannah Hi, I’m Hannah… I have a passion for travel and often read on the road. I also listen to countless podcasts; there is always something in my ears… So when Paris came to me asking if I’d make one with her. I said yes, absolutely. It’s been a great way to keep in touch, living far away from each other, as well as motivate me to read more consistently. I love keeping up with new trending books and taking recommendations from others

  1. 2d ago

    30. Atmosphere

    Hannah and Paris review Taylor Jenkins Reid’s 'Atmosphere', a romance set in 1980's NASA when women were finally being recruited for their astronaut program. The girls discuss queer astronaut romance, feminist themes, toxic family dynamics, and dual timeline, against disagreements over its characters, pacing, and exposition. Their contrasting ratings to the hyped reaction on social media, offers a spoiler filled look at why the book’s emotional climax worked for one host but left the other unmoved. Let us know what you thought of the book and episode on our Instagram @chattingchapterspodcast You can also email us at chattingchapterspodcast@gmail.com

  2. Oct 19

    29. Duck Feet

    A beautifully written coming-of-age novel or a maddeningly hard read? Hannah and Paris break down Duck Feet by Ely Percy, the Scottish Booker Prize winner that divides readers with its phonetic dialect and emotionally devastating final stretch. If you’ve ever wondered whether a book can be both clever and exhausting, this episode is for you. Hannah falls hard for the immersive working-class Scottish voice and Kirsty Campbell’s quietly observant perspective, while Paris wrestles with the pace, the dense vernacular, and the feeling that some of the biggest moments rush by too fast. You’ll hear them unpack what makes the prose so distinctive, why the first-person Scottish spelling either pulls you straight into Kirsty’s world or slows you down completely, and how the novel handles everything from class, friendship, sex, teen pregnancy, grief, body image, and early social media to the strange way growing up can feel both ordinary and life-altering at once. They also dig into Kirsty’s relationship with Wully, the heartbreak of his death, the book’s unexpected ghostly turn, and why the final pages hit so hard even after a long, uneven build. Along the way, they compare notes on girlhood, schoolyard slang, Bebo nostalgia, and the kind of teenage dynamics that feel painfully real the second you hear them.This is a thoughtful, funny, spoiler-heavy conversation about a novel that is as ambitious as it is divisive. Perfect for readers who love literary coming-of-age stories, book club debates, and hearing two very different reactions to the same unforgettable book. Let us know what you think of the book on our instagram @chattingchapterspodcast You can also email us at chattingchapterspodcast@gmail.com

  3. Oct 5

    28. The Nightingale

    A World War II novel that starts quietly and ends by wrecking you. The Nightingale turns two sisters into two radically different kinds of war heroes, and Hannah and Paris unpack why this story has stayed with them long after the last page. Paris picked Kirstin Hannah’s bestseller because she wanted to be emotionally devastated again before the film adaptation arrives, and both hosts agree the result is a five-star read. They break down the sisterhood at the centre of the novel, the German occupation of France, and the deeply researched historical details that make the world feel painfully real. Hannah and Paris also talk about the book’s haunting postwar consequences, the way Kirstin Hannah writes ordinary people trapped inside extraordinary violence, and why the final chapters are the ones that will leave you sobbing. If you like historical fiction that is beautifully written, emotionally brutal, and impossible to put down, this one is for you. Essential listening if you want a spoiler-filled deep dive into a bestselling novel before the film is released in 2027. Let us know what you thought of the book on our instagram @chattingchapterspodcast You can also email us at chattingchapterspodcast@gmail.com

  4. Sep 21

    27. Into the Blue (ft. Once upon a hot take podcast)

    It's our first crossover episode!! Paris is joined by Leah from the American bookish podcast 'Once upon a hot take'. They discuss all things related to Into the Blue by Emma Brodie. A forced proximity romance novel that has taken booktok by storm. The two gals have very different opinions on the book, but that makes the discussion even more fun! The episode includes our normal compliments and criticisms, plus a few extra segments as a sneak peek to what Leah gets up to on her podcast.  Let us know what you thought of the book or episode on our Instagram @chattingchapterspodcast You can also email us at chattingchpaterspodcast@gmail.com

    27. Into the Blue (ft. Once upon a hot take podcast)

  5. Sep 7

    26. Strange Pictures

    In this episode of Chatting Chapters, Hannah and Paris dive into Strange Pictures by Uketsu, the eerie Japanese mystery where drawings, diagrams, and unsettling clues unravel into a larger, darker story. They break down their star ratings, favourite moments, biggest criticisms, and what made the book feel both creepy and impossible to predict. If you like mysteries that let you play detective, this one’s for you!   Let us know what you thought of the book on our instagram @chattingchapterspodcast You can also email us at chattingchapterspodcast@gmail.com

    26. Strange Pictures

  6. Aug 24

    25. Normal People

    In this episode of Chatting Chapters, Hannah and Paris dive into Sally Rooney’s Normal People with big feelings, and plenty of debate, as this is one of Hannah's all time favourite books. They unpack Marianne and Connell’s complicated connection, the class and popularity dynamics that shape their relationship, and the ending that leaves Paris furious and Hannah convinced it’s a masterpiece. Join the girls as they share their favourite quotes, thoughts on the writing style, and how the TV adaptation compares to the novel. If you’ve ever loved a book that left you emotionally wrecked, this one is for you.    Let us know what you think of the book and episode on our instagram page @chattingchapterspodcast You can also email us at chattingchapterspodcast@gmail.com

    25. Normal People

  7. Aug 10

    24. The Correspondent

    Join the Hannah and Paris as they dive into a world of letter writing, grief and healing in 'The Correspondent' by Virgina Evans.  Sybil Van Antwerp’s collected letters span over five years, revealing her life's joys, tragedies, and the quiet reflections of a woman in her seventies. The unique structure of the book allows the reader to piece together the life of Sybil and her family, and the tragedy that shaped their relationships with each other. Virginia Evans’s debut novel is a heartfelt story about connection, loneliness, and the power behind every word.   Let us know what you thought of the book and the episode on our Instagram @chattingchapterspodcast   You can also email us at chattingchapterspodcast@gmail.com

    24. The Correspondent

  8. Jul 27

    23. Margo's Got Money Troubles

    In our latest chat, we dive into Margo's Got Money Troubles by Rufi Thorpe. We discuss the ups and downs of navigating social media as a young mom and sex worker. Margot’s journey from college student to online entrepreneur is filled with challenges, laughter, and the battle for acceptance. She has a lot of tough decisions to face, from relationships to career choices, and how they are impacted by her reality of single motherhood. Join us as we unpack the complexities of Margot's character and her hilarious, yet poignant story.   Let us know what you think on our Instagram @chattingchapterspodcast You can also email us at chattingchapterspodcast@gmail.com

    23. Margo's Got Money Troubles
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The podcast where we give our compliments and criticisms of a different book each episode. Spoilers included! A little about us: Paris I'm a part-time Registered Nurse, but most of my days are spent at home with my toddler. I love sneaking in a good book whenever I can. During nap time, while cooking, cleaning, or even working out with an audiobook playing in the background. This podcast became a fun way for me to share my love of reading and create something that's just mine, outside of the everyday mum routine. Hannah Hi, I’m Hannah… I have a passion for travel and often read on the road. I also listen to countless podcasts; there is always something in my ears… So when Paris came to me asking if I’d make one with her. I said yes, absolutely. It’s been a great way to keep in touch, living far away from each other, as well as motivate me to read more consistently. I love keeping up with new trending books and taking recommendations from others

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  • Creator
    Paris W + Hannah M
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    30
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Paris W + Hannah M
  • Show Website
    Chatting Chapters