Books I Make My Husband Read

Jon & Kristy King-Pritzl
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Books I Make My Husband Read

Join us for a hilarious and heartfelt journey as one book-loving wife curates an unexpected reading list for her husband. With each episode, dive into lively discussions, humorous debates, and surprising insights on the books she just has to make him read. It’s a book club with a twist—and you’re invited!

  1. S2E4 - Rebel Witch by Kristen Ciccarelli

    6D AGO

    S2E4 - Rebel Witch by Kristen Ciccarelli

    In this week’s episode, we dive into Rebel Witch by Kristen Ciccarelli — a magical tale filled with rebellion, romance, and just the right amount of witchy chaos. But the real question is… did Jon fall under its spell or was he ready to banish this book to the shadow realm? Links Official author website (https://www.kristenciccarelli.com/)Rebel Witch (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/60217777-rebel-witch)Kristen Ciccarelli (https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/15428577.Kristen_Ciccarelli)Chapters (00:46) - Skip intro (02:36) - A special thank you (03:00) - Book summary (04:21) - SPOILER ALERT! (05:10) - Kristy's review (06:18) - Jon's review (07:43) - Time gap (11:04) - Rune & Cressida (12:43) - Cressida's page time (15:20) - MIS.COM.MUN.I.CATION (16:58) - Magical realism (18:40) - Sacrifices (21:05) - Sisterhood predictions (23:56) - Powers of a Sybil (26:20) - Antonio (30:32) - Seraphine (32:08) - Who’s the real rebel (34:59) - Casting call is back! (40:58) - Would Jon recommend? (42:57) - Closing time

    44 min
  2. S2E3 - The Women by Kristin Hannah

    MAR 11

    S2E3 - The Women by Kristin Hannah

    In this episode, we dive into Kristin Hannah's powerful novel The Women, a gripping exploration of one woman’s journey through love, loss, and resilience during the Vietnam War. Join us as we unpack the novel’s themes, characters, and unforgettable moments. We’ll share our thoughts, reactions, and — of course — how Jon felt about reading this intense and emotional journey. Links Official author website (https://kristinhannah.com/)Kristin Hannah on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/54493.Kristin_Hannah)The Women on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/127305853-the-women)VA Mental Health (https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/)National Alliance on Mental Illness (https://www.nami.org/)National Council for Mental Wellbeing (https://www.thenationalcouncil.org/)National Health America (https://mhanational.org/)Chapters (01:59) - Content warning (02:41) - Book summary (04:30) - SPOILER ALERT! (04:51) - Jon's review (05:50) - Kristy's review (06:45) - Knowledge going in... (09:35) - Frankie (13:18) - “Women can be heroes too” (15:05) - Ethel & Barb (18:20) - Jamie (21:16) - Rye (26:42) - An un-hero's welcome (30:36) - Rye's manipulation (35:20) - Portrayals of PTSD (37:18) - Oh, Henry... (40:28) - The parental units (44:13) - Kristy's PSA (44:26) - A happy ending? (47:51) - A memorable quote (48:41) - Recommendation (50:33) - Closing time

    52 min
  3. S2 - Special Contest Episode

    MAR 4 · BONUS

    S2 - Special Contest Episode

    It’s the moment you’ve all been waiting for—our contest episode is LIVE! Four incredible finalists. Four passionate book pitches. One very overwhelmed Jon. Who made the most convincing case? Which book will Jon actually read? And will he survive the wrath of the book community if he makes the wrong choice? Tune in now to hear all the drama, all the passion, and the final decision! Links Shared Hearts (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/221108786-shared-hearts)Leigh Jack on IG (https://www.instagram.com/authorleighjack/)A Love Letter to Whiskey (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/31549837-a-love-letter-to-whiskey)Katie on IG (https://www.instagram.com/katieflipspages/)Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/216052784-between-the-devil-and-the-deep-blue-sea)Jessica Guerrieri on IG (https://www.instagram.com/jessicaguerrieriauthor/)A Sea of Song and Sirens (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/205519553-a-sea-of-song-and-sirens)Maggie and Linzie on IG (https://www.instagram.com/book.clubbin.besties/)Chapters (01:36) - Pitch: Shared Hearts (10:25) - Pitch: A Love Letter to Whiskey (17:42) - Pitch: Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea (27:49) - Pitch: A Sea of Song and Sirens (34:29) - Decision time

    40 min
  4. S2E2 - The Crash by Freida McFadden

    FEB 25

    S2E2 - The Crash by Freida McFadden

    This episode unpacks The Crash, where eight-months-pregnant Tegan’s desperate escape lands her in a brutal Maine blizzard. Stranded with a dead car, a broken ankle, and a rescue that quickly turns ominous, danger follows every twist. Join us for Season Two, Episode Two, as we debate the ethical costs of survival and the unsettling lure of stranger danger. LinksOfficial author website: https://www.freidamcfadden.com/  Freida McFadden on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/7244758.Freida_McFadden  The Crash on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/216223604-the-crash  Chapters (00:46) - Skip intro (03:03) - Book summary (04:25) - SPOILER ALERT! (04:39) - Kristy's review (06:35) - Jon's review (10:21) - Morals over money (16:06) - Tegan (19:07) - Polly (20:58) - Survival skills? (23:52) - Polly & Sadie (26:08) - Hank (30:06) - Are they good people? (35:27) - Stranger danger (39:19) - Predicting the twists (41:08) - Freida #2 (42:26) - Would Jon recommend? (43:21) - Wrap up

    45 min
  5. S2E1 - Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros

    FEB 11

    S2E1 - Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros

    Season Two kicks off with a fiery deep-dive into Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros! In this episode, Kristy and Jon tackle everything from Violet’s frustrating decisions to dragon conspiracies, lost history, and that jaw-dropping ending—plus, wild theories about her second signet. Tune in for laughs, debates, and a sneak-peek at the rest of the books coming up this season! 🔥📖 LinksOfficial author website: https://rebeccayarros.com/    Rebecca Yarros on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/7539785.Rebecca_Yarros  Iron Flame on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/90202302-iron-flame — BIMMHR Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/booksimakemyhusbandread/ Chapters (04:09) - Book summary (05:31) - SPOILER ALERT! (05:57) - Jon's review (09:05) - Kristy's review (10:39) - Full disclosure! (14:13) - Trusting her squamates (16:08) - Who's calling the shots? (17:53) - The role of language (22:02) - Why did he save Violet? (23:46) - Why'd they keep him alive? (26:02) - Oh, Dain... (29:37) - Current events? (32:31) - A book on feathertails (34:32) - Signet theories (37:58) - General Sorrengail (42:57) - 650 years? (44:26) - The last rider (46:35) - Predicting the future (48:31) - FInal thoughts

    51 min
  6. S1E10 - Best of Season 1

    12/24/2024

    S1E10 - Best of Season 1

    It’s the season finale! Jon and Kristy break down their favorite parts of each book from season one (spoiler-free, of course!), reveal their most memorable moments, and share what’s sparking their excitement for season two. You won’t want to miss it! LinksBIMMHR Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/booksimakemyhusbandread/ BIMMHR website: https://bimmhr.com/  Kristy on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/kristypritzl Jon on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/jkpritzl Chapters (01:54) - S1E1 - Fourth Wing (04:52) - S1E2 - If We Were Villains (07:47) - S1E3 - The Frozen River (10:24) - S1E4 - Just for the Summer (12:22) - S1E5 - The Measure (17:02) - S1E6 - Heartless Hunter (22:36) - S1E7 - Book Lovers (26:08) - S1E8 - The Boyfriend (30:36) - S1E9 - A Very Merry Bromance (34:22) - Favorite book of the season (35:15) - Biggest learning moment (39:36) - Funniest moment (40:34) - Season 2 foreshadowing (42:52) - Jon can pick his own books?! (45:32) - Final thoughts

    50 min
  7. S1E9 - A Very Merry Bromance by Lyssa Kay Adams

    12/10/2024

    S1E9 - A Very Merry Bromance by Lyssa Kay Adams

    In this episode, Jon and Kristy discuss A Very Merry Bromanceby Lyssa Kay Adams. This fun, “Christmas-adjacent” book, as Kristy calls it, isa second-chance holiday romance that includes members of the Bromance Book Club. Join us as we talk about which characters we are in A Christmas Carol, what the superior Christmas meat is, and why Santa has three gardens. LinksOfficial author website: https://lyssakayadams.com/ On Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/59831299-a-very-merry-bromance — BIMMHR Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/booksimakemyhusbandread/ BIMMHR email: booksimakemyhusbandread@gmail.com  Kristy on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/kristypritzl Jon on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/jkpritzl Chapters (02:43) - Romcoms are good for the soul (09:51) - Kristy's review (11:08) - Jon's review (12:41) - What is the bromance bookclub? (13:50) - Is it really a Christmas book? (16:14) - Grumpy sunshine trope (19:12) - Jon's own bookclub?! (22:29) - Superier holiday meat (23:37) - Famous or not matter (26:08) - Who are you? (29:33) - Family trauma (32:03) - Inserting books (34:20) - Steamy (36:26) - Which trope is better (38:46) - Would you recommend

    44 min
  8. S1E8 - The Boyfriend by Freida McFadden

    11/26/2024

    S1E8 - The Boyfriend by Freida McFadden

    In this episode, Jon and Kristy discuss The Boyfriend, a psychological thriller about obsession and the things we’ll do for love. New York Times best-selling author Freida McFadden proves that crimes of passion are often the bloodiest… Join them as they discuss deep secrets, dark passengers, and who they’d call if they had to bury a body. For an episode about murder, there sure are a lot of laughs. LinksOfficial author website: https://www.freidamcfadden.com/  On Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/208503280-the-boyfriend   — A Very Merry Bromance by Lyssa Kay Adams: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/59831299-a-very-merry-bromance — BIMMHR Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/booksimakemyhusbandread/ BIMMHR email: booksimakemyhusbandread@gmail.com  Kristy on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/kristypritzl Jon on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/jkpritzl Chapters (02:11) - Listener questions (05:46) - Book summary (07:19) - SPOILER ALERT (09:25) - Jon's review (12:23) - Normal dark secrets (14:25) - Intertwined timelines (20:49) - Poor Tom (24:52) - Motherly morality (29:09) - Slug (35:31) - Trusting your gut (41:13) - Syd's momma drama (45:27) - Advice for Sydney (46:55) - Aww, Kevin... (48:35) - Closing time

    51 min
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Join us for a hilarious and heartfelt journey as one book-loving wife curates an unexpected reading list for her husband. With each episode, dive into lively discussions, humorous debates, and surprising insights on the books she just has to make him read. It’s a book club with a twist—and you’re invited!

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  • Creator
    Jon & Kristy King-Pritzl
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    16
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Books I Make My Husband Read
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