Morally Gray Babes

41 | Fake Dating in Alaska?! Our Yours Truly Review (Uzma Jalaluddin) | Holiday Romance Book Review

Is Yours Truly by Uzma Jalaluddin the book version of The Proposal—but BETTER? This week on Morally Gray Babes, Jen and Amber review this multi-faith holiday romcom that had us laughing, feeling, and genuinely surprised. When an ambitious attorney and an influencer chef fake date their way into a cross-cultural family collision in rural Alaska, the result is warm, witty, and way deeper than your average holiday romance. We’re talking real family trauma, gorgeous character growth, meddling mothers with zero chill, and a gift exchange scene that absolutely wrecked us. We break down the tropes (fake dating, slow burn, insta-love from him), the comparisons to The Proposal, why both families stole the show, and whether the spice level delivered. Spoiler: it’s a 0.5 but the story? A solid 4 out of 5. If you love romances with cultural richness, family heart, and characters who actually grow—this episode is for you. Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2417068/open_sms] Welcome to Morally Gray Babes with your hosts, Jen and Amber—two badass bookworms diving headfirst into the spiciest reads, hottest takes, and wildest plots. Expect a good dose of humor, a sprinkle of cussing, and absolutely no topic off-limits. Whether it’s steamy "cliterature" that scorches the pages or characters we’d love to slap, we’re bringing the heat—raw, real, and totally unfiltered. Buckle up, book lovers, because this is one wild ride you won’t want to miss! Let us know [https://www.instagram.com/morallygraybabe] all about your favorite spicy cliterature and we may read and feature that book! * Find Your Book Boyfriend! [https://www.morallygraybabes.com/bookboyfriendquiz] * Shownotes [https://www.morallygraybabes.com/blog] * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/morallygraybabe] | TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@morallygraybabe] | YouTube Channel [https://www.youtube.com/@morallygraybabes] (video will come soon) * Exclusive FREE Chat [https://ig.me/j/AbarBGpsKKLvXLbP/] * Jen's Book List [https://www.amazon.com/shop/jenvazquezmedia/list/BLT2PA3R0SHU?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_CVBDB5SKTMC2Q7PC480D_1] | Amber's Book List [https://amzn.to/3BZh19f] * Jen's Goodreads | [https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/169293821-jennifer-vazquez]... [https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/167000212-morallygraybabe]

40 | Consider Me by Becca Mack — Hockey Romance Review + Ratings

In this episode, we chat about Consider Me, the first book in the Playing For Keeps series. We unpack the romance tropes, character growth, pacing, spice level, and whether the story delivers on the hype. If you’re curious whether this hockey romance should go on your TBR, we’re sharing what worked, what didn’t, and who we think will enjoy it most. Listen through and let us know your rating — we love hearing your takes. ALL THE LINKS: Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2417068/open_sms] Welcome to Morally Gray Babes with your hosts, Jen and Amber—two badass bookworms diving headfirst into the spiciest reads, hottest takes, and wildest plots. Expect a good dose of humor, a sprinkle of cussing, and absolutely no topic off-limits. Whether it’s steamy "cliterature" that scorches the pages or characters we’d love to slap, we’re bringing the heat—raw, real, and totally unfiltered. Buckle up, book lovers, because this is one wild ride you won’t want to miss! Let us know [https://www.instagram.com/morallygraybabe] all about your favorite spicy cliterature and we may read and feature that book! * Find Your Book Boyfriend! [https://www.morallygraybabes.com/bookboyfriendquiz] * Shownotes [https://www.morallygraybabes.com/blog] * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/morallygraybabe] | TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@morallygraybabe] | YouTube Channel [https://www.youtube.com/@morallygraybabes] (video will come soon) * Exclusive FREE Chat [https://ig.me/j/AbarBGpsKKLvXLbP/] * Jen's Book List [https://www.amazon.com/shop/jenvazquezmedia/list/BLT2PA3R0SHU?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_CVBDB5SKTMC2Q7PC480D_1] | Amber's Book List [https://amzn.to/3BZh19f] * Jen's Goodreads | [https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/169293821-jennifer-vazquez]... [https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/167000212-morallygraybabe]

39 | Our 1-Year Podcast Anniversary: How Morally Gray Babes Started + The Tropes We Love (and Hate)

Morally Gray Babes turns ONE! 🎉 In this anniversary episode, Jen + Amber share how their book-bestie friendship turned into a weekly romance book podcast, the awkward book club moment that changed everything, and the “100-page rule” that helped them survive a book slump. They also spill their favorite tropes (mafia, fated mates, obsessed MMCs, fake dating), their biggest deal-breakers (miscommunication, second chances, love triangles, cliffhangers), and their favorite reads they’ve covered so far — including the Mindf*ck series and Psycho Shifters. Plus, Amber teases what’s next: merch, more content, and her new running/walking romance book community, Read, Run, Repeat Society. ALL THE LINKS:  Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2417068/open_sms] Welcome to Morally Gray Babes with your hosts, Jen and Amber—two badass bookworms diving headfirst into the spiciest reads, hottest takes, and wildest plots. Expect a good dose of humor, a sprinkle of cussing, and absolutely no topic off-limits. Whether it’s steamy "cliterature" that scorches the pages or characters we’d love to slap, we’re bringing the heat—raw, real, and totally unfiltered. Buckle up, book lovers, because this is one wild ride you won’t want to miss! Let us know [https://www.instagram.com/morallygraybabe] all about your favorite spicy cliterature and we may read and feature that book! * Find Your Book Boyfriend! [https://www.morallygraybabes.com/bookboyfriendquiz] * Shownotes [https://www.morallygraybabes.com/blog] * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/morallygraybabe] | TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@morallygraybabe] | YouTube Channel [https://www.youtube.com/@morallygraybabes] (video will come soon) * Exclusive FREE Chat [https://ig.me/j/AbarBGpsKKLvXLbP/] * Jen's Book List [https://www.amazon.com/shop/jenvazquezmedia/list/BLT2PA3R0SHU?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_CVBDB5SKTMC2Q7PC480D_1] | Amber's Book List [https://amzn.to/3BZh19f] * Jen's Goodreads | [https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/169293821-jennifer-vazquez]... [https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/167000212-morallygraybabe]

38 | Convince Me to Read: Bonded in Death by J.D. Robb + Fangs for the Memories by Hattie Jacks

In this Convince Me to Read episode, Jen and Amber dive into two totally different reads — Bonded in Death by J.D. Robb and Fangs for the Memories by Hattie Jacks from the Budapest Bites series. Expect honest reviews, chaotic laughter, and lots of bookish banter. Bonded in Death by JD Robb: https://amzn.to/47MpPeO [https://amzn.to/47MpPeO] Fangs for The Memories by Hattie Jacks: https://amzn.to/47uJJMv [https://amzn.to/47uJJMv]  ALL THE LINKS MENTIONED:  Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2417068/open_sms] Welcome to Morally Gray Babes with your hosts, Jen and Amber—two badass bookworms diving headfirst into the spiciest reads, hottest takes, and wildest plots. Expect a good dose of humor, a sprinkle of cussing, and absolutely no topic off-limits. Whether it’s steamy "cliterature" that scorches the pages or characters we’d love to slap, we’re bringing the heat—raw, real, and totally unfiltered. Buckle up, book lovers, because this is one wild ride you won’t want to miss! Let us know [https://www.instagram.com/morallygraybabe] all about your favorite spicy cliterature and we may read and feature that book! * Find Your Book Boyfriend! [https://www.morallygraybabes.com/bookboyfriendquiz] * Shownotes [https://www.morallygraybabes.com/blog] * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/morallygraybabe] | TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@morallygraybabe] | YouTube Channel [https://www.youtube.com/@morallygraybabes] (video will come soon) * Exclusive FREE Chat [https://ig.me/j/AbarBGpsKKLvXLbP/] * Jen's Book List [https://www.amazon.com/shop/jenvazquezmedia/list/BLT2PA3R0SHU?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_CVBDB5SKTMC2Q7PC480D_1] | Amber's Book List [https://amzn.to/3BZh19f] * Jen's Goodreads | [https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/169293821-jennifer-vazquez]... [https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/167000212-morallygraybabe]

37 | The Billionaire’s Wake-Up Call Girl Review: A Smart, Snarky + Surprisingly Sweet Romance

A snarky, hilarious billionaire romance that had us laughing, blushing, and cheering for a heroine who refuses to back down. In this episode, we’re reviewing The Billionaire’s Wake-Up Call Girl by Annika Martin—a standalone enemies-to-lovers rom-com full of sass, banter, and just the right amount of spice. We cover the plot, favorite moments, and why the female lead might just be one of our favorites yet. Tune in for all the morally gray laughs, unfiltered opinions, and our final rating! Book (physical, kindle, audible affiliate link): https://amzn.to/4oiACny See all our books: https://www.amazon.com/shop/jenvazquezmedia/list/BLT2PA3R0SHU?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_43A9GWTPP68Y46237QNC_1 Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2417068/open_sms] Welcome to Morally Gray Babes with your hosts, Jen and Amber—two badass bookworms diving headfirst into the spiciest reads, hottest takes, and wildest plots. Expect a good dose of humor, a sprinkle of cussing, and absolutely no topic off-limits. Whether it’s steamy "cliterature" that scorches the pages or characters we’d love to slap, we’re bringing the heat—raw, real, and totally unfiltered. Buckle up, book lovers, because this is one wild ride you won’t want to miss! Let us know [https://www.instagram.com/morallygraybabe] all about your favorite spicy cliterature and we may read and feature that book! * Find Your Book Boyfriend! [https://www.morallygraybabes.com/bookboyfriendquiz] * Shownotes [https://www.morallygraybabes.com/blog] * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/morallygraybabe] | TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@morallygraybabe] | YouTube Channel [https://www.youtube.com/@morallygraybabes] (video will come soon) * Exclusive FREE Chat [https://ig.me/j/AbarBGpsKKLvXLbP/] * Jen's Book List [https://www.amazon.com/shop/jenvazquezmedia/list/BLT2PA3R0SHU?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_CVBDB5SKTMC2Q7PC480D_1] | Amber's Book List [https://amzn.to/3BZh19f] * Jen's Goodreads | [https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/169293821-jennifer-vazquez]... [https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/167000212-morallygraybabe]