Your Next Five Star Read

Into the Blue — Is This Our Next Five-Star Read?

Episode 6 is here and we're diving Into the Blue, a book by Emma Brodie that left Molly "feral." We discuss what sets this book apart, how it made us feel, and whether it earned five stars. Spoiler free, as always :)

Strangers — Is This Our Next Five-Star Read?

Episode 5 is here and we’re diving into Strangers by Belle Burden — a book that left our jaws on the floor. We discuss the genre, what worked, what didn’t, and whether it earned five stars. Spoiler free, as always :)

Best Offer Wins — Is This Our Next Five-Star Read?

Episode 4 is here and we’re diving into Best Offer Wins by Marisa Kashino — a book that had us with a lot of feelings. We discuss the genre, what worked, what didn’t, and whether it earned five stars. Spoiler free, as always :)

Lake Effect — Is This Our Next Five-Star Read?

In Episode 3 of Your Next Five Star Read, we’re talking about Lake Effect by Cynthia D'Aprix Sweeney. We talk about the writing, the overall vibe, and our honest reactions as readers — including whether it earned five stars from us and if it feels like an it book moment or something a little more understated. As always, no spoilers :)

Vigil — Is This Our Next Five-Star Read?

Episode 2 is all about Vigil by George Saunders. We love reading buzzy books and then yapping about them, and this one definitely gave us a lot to discuss. In this episode, we share our honest thoughts, our ratings, and whether this felt like a five-star read — or just not our kind of book. Plus, does this have it book energy… or not?