Ready to Be Romanced: A Romance Novel Podcast All Things Petty

In chapter 20, Torry (she/her), Haley Strong (she/her) from the Bachelor RHAP-ups and Beyond Top Chef All Stars RHAP-up, and Angela Bloom (she/her) recap Romancing Mr. Bridgerton by Julia Quinn (7:34). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:08:14). Next they discuss season 3, part 1 of the tv adaptation, Bridgerton (1:22:50). Finally, Torry, Haley, and Angela get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop of the tv show (1:48:05).
Spoiler Warning: While we explore Romancing Mr. Bridgerton in detail, rest assured that there won't be any spoilers in the episode beyond this book. 
Haley’s Previous RTBR Appearances
The Viscount Who Loved Me by Julia Quinn (and Bridgerton Season 2 Review)
The Duke and I by Julia Quinn (and Bridgerton Season 1 Review)
Patreon 45: The 1989 World Tour Guest List
Episode 138: Petty about the Barbie Trailer, ‘Til Death Do Us Part, and Bravo Binges
Episode 88: Petty about Bachelor Nation News and and the Bennifer Engagement
Leave a voicemail question or comment for Torry to include in a future episode. Suggest a book here.
Upcoming Episodes:
May 27: The Dragon’s Bride by Katee Robert
June 5: Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros
June 12: To All The Boys I Loved Before by Jenny Han
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Music by Simon Tebbenham.

In chapter 19, Torry (she/her) and Shannon McNamara (she/her) from FluentlyForward recap Priest by Sierra Simone (9:20). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (52:39). Finally, they answer questions submitted by the listeners (59:43).
Content Warning: Discussion about a previous suicide of a family member, rough sex, and the church’s history and ongoing sexual abuse throughout the episode. Take care!
Spoiler Warning: While we explore Priest in detail, rest assured that there won't be any spoilers in the episode beyond this book. 
Shannon’s Previous Appearances
Patreon 56: The Willis Daughters
Patreon 42: Pop Culture News Round-up (with Shannon)
Patreon 33: The NYC Trip (Unedited and Uncut)
Patreon 10: Celebrity Religions
Bonus 23: A DeuxMoi Deep Dive
Episode 71: Petty about Celebrity Relationship Tea
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Upcoming Episodes:
May 22: Romancing Mr. Bridgerton by Julia Quinn and Bridgerton Season 3 Part 1
May 29: The Dragon’s Bride by Katee Robert
June 5: Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros
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Music by Simon Tebbenham.

In chapter 18, Torry (she/her) and Deniz Kofteci (she/her) discuss age gap romances (5:53) and then recap The Idea of You by Robinne Lee (14:51). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:13:56). They answer questions submitted by the listeners (1:28:11). Next they discuss the movie adaptation, The Idea of You (1:35:05). Finally, Torry and Deniz get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop of the movie (1:44:31) and answer more questions (1:51:39)!
Content Warning: Brief discussion about sexual assault between 1:06:04-1:09:12. Take care!
Spoiler Warning: This episode contains spoilers for the book and movie: The Idea of You. 
Deniz’s Previous Appearances
Patreon 32: Casting Almosts
Episode 103: Petty about Emily Ratajkowski, Diana Jenkins, and Florence Pugh
Leave a voicemail question or comment for Torry to include in a future episode. Suggest a book here.
Upcoming Episodes:
May 15: Priest by Sierra Simone
May 22: Romancing Mr. Bridgerton by Julia Quinn/Bridgerton Season 3
May 29: The Dragon’s Bride by Katee Robert
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Music by Simon Tebbenham.

In chapter 17, Torry (she/her) and Skye Warren (she/her), author of The Professor and host of Storytime with Skye, recap Need Me by Tessa Bailey (19:32). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (58:51).
Content Warning: Discussion about a professor/student relationship throughout the episode. Take care!
Spoiler Warning: While we explore Need Me in detail, rest assured that there won't be any spoilers in the episode beyond this book. There is a What Happened This Summer by Tessa Bailey spoiler at 50:07.
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Music by Simon Tebbenham.

In chapter 16, Torry (she/her) and Becky Feldman (she/her) from Too Stupid To Live: Romance Reviews $5 and Under recap The Unhoneymooners by Christina Lauren (11:09). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:10:28).
Content Warning: Discussion about sexual assault survivors between 56:17-1:02:22. Take care!
Spoiler Warning: While we explore The Unhoneymooners in detail, rest assured that there won't be any spoilers in the episode beyond this book.
Becky’s Previous Appearances
Episode 144: Petty about Kylie Jenner’s Tiktoks, Plastic Surgery in Hollywood, and Lea Michele at the Tonys
Episode 123: Petty about The Price of Glee, Harry and Meghan Part 1, and Katie Holmes’ 2000s Look
Listen to Torry and Becky discuss The Worst Guy on Too Stupid To Live.
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Music by Simon Tebbenham.

In chapter 15, Torry (she/her) and Kirsten MacInnis (she/her) from Mess Magnets and Hot Dummies on Islands recap Book Lovers by Emily Henry (8:36). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:09:48). Finally, they answer questions submitted by the listeners (1:25:27).
Content Warning: Brief discussion about death of a parent throughout the episode. Take care!
Spoiler Warning: This episode contains spoilers for the book: Book Lovers. 
Kirsten’s Previous Appearances
Patreon 62: Ranking Fandom Names (Part 2)
Patreon 57: Ranking Fandom Names (Part 1)
Patreon 28: The Selena, Justin, and Hailey Relationship Timeline
Patreon 16: 2023 Pop Culture Predictions
Episode 110: Petty about the Latest in Kardashian News, the Queen, and Jennifer Lawrence’s Return (with Kirsten MacInnis)
Episode 78: Petty about Celebrity Big Brother, Celebrity Pregnancy Announcements, and Standing Pants Only (with Kirsten MacInnis)
Leave a voicemail question or comment for Torry to include in a future episode. Suggest a book here.
Follow Torry on Instagram, Twitter, Letterboxd, and GoodReads. Check out Torry’s pop culture podcast: Ready to Be Petty. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you.
Music by Simon Tebbenham.