Hardback Life

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Welcome to Hardback Life — the cozy corner of the internet where two best friends dive deep into the world of books, one hardcover at a time. From bestsellers to hidden gems, literary fiction to fantasy adventures, we explore the stories that shape us and those we can’t put down. Expect unfiltered opinions, a healthy dose of sarcasm, heartfelt conversations, and plenty of laughs. Whether you’re a lifelong bookworm or just getting back into reading, Hardback Life is your new favorite bookish hangout. Grab your beverage of choice and let’s talk books!

  1. 2 DAYS AGO

    If You've Never Read Fantasy, Start Here

    Ready to dive into fantasy but don’t know where to start? This week on Hardback Life, Becca and Cassie build the ultimate fantasy starter packs — packed with magical must-reads, surprising fun facts, and plenty of laughs along the way. Whether you’re fantasy-curious or ready to fall headfirst into a new world, we’ve got your first adventure covered.

    41 min

  2. 10 FEB

    Let's Talk ARCs: Early Reads, Big Book Feelings

    Join Cassie for a short solo episode where she talks about her journey as an ARC (advanced readers copy) reader and reviewer! She gives tips, talks about her reviews, and chats about her goals as an ARC reader. Don't worry, Becca will return again next week and we will get back to discussing our favorite books!

    29 min

  3. 3 FEB

    Bee Trauma and Other Questionable Coping Mechanisms

    Becca is back! So after a brief catch up, join us as we continue our journey through the Bridgerton books, specifically we will be talking about The Viscount Who Loved Me. Stick around, at the end we do our January reading recaps!

    51 min

  4. 20 JAN

    Am I the Problem? A Literary Investigation

    As Becca continues to push through the home stretch of grad school, join Cassie as she reads 5 star reviews of books she felt didn't cut it! Watch her spiral as she contemplates what the problem was: the books or her?

    51 min

  5. 13 JAN

    Top 5 Reads of 2025!

    Join Cassie as she recounts her top five reads of 2025!

    37 min

  6. 18/12/2025

    Scandal, Society, and Slow Burns

    This week, we’re cracking open The Duke and I, the book that launched Julia Quinn’s Bridgerton empire and gave us fake dating before it was cool. We’re talking Daphne Bridgerton’s marriage mart struggles, Simon Basset’s legendary emotional avoidance, and the “pretend relationship” that absolutely no one believes is fake. Expect Regency-era flirting, questionable decisions, peak sibling chaos, and plenty of opinions about what has and has not aged well. Whether you’re here for the swoons, the scandals, or just to yell “COMMUNICATE” at the characters, grab a cup of tea and join us. Madison's Bakery (Yellow Garden Bakery)! : https://www.yellowgardenbakeshop.com/

    52 min

  7. 04/12/2025

    One Host, One Mic, One Star Reviews

    Becca is away, so it’s just you, me, and a stack of beloved books getting ruthlessly dragged online. In this solo episode, I, Cassie, grab the mic and dive into the wild world of 1-star reviews… of my absolute 5-star favorite books. From dramatic rants to questionable hot takes, join me as I try not to take it personally.

    44 min

  8. 21/11/2025

    Phantasma: Where You Immediately Regret Your Choices

    This week, we tiptoe into Phantasma by Kaylie Smith — a book that asks, “What if your family drama came with actual demons and a mansion that wants to eat you?” We follow Ophelia Grimm, a necromancer with OCD, a deadpan sense of survival, and the questionable choice to bargain with a flirty phantom who literally costs her years of her life. Join us as we break down the cursed house, the unhinged trials, the morally ambiguous ghost-boyfriend, and why wishes in fantasy novels should come with warning labels. Come for the dark magic, stay for us yelling, “Ophelia, PLEASE stop making deals with hot supernatural men.”

    49 min
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Welcome to Hardback Life — the cozy corner of the internet where two best friends dive deep into the world of books, one hardcover at a time. From bestsellers to hidden gems, literary fiction to fantasy adventures, we explore the stories that shape us and those we can’t put down. Expect unfiltered opinions, a healthy dose of sarcasm, heartfelt conversations, and plenty of laughs. Whether you’re a lifelong bookworm or just getting back into reading, Hardback Life is your new favorite bookish hangout. Grab your beverage of choice and let’s talk books!

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  • Creator
    Rebecca
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    30
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Rebecca
  • Show Website
    Hardback Life