To kick off our coverage of the first three books in the Empyrean series by Rebecca Yarros, we are releasing a re-cut, remastered version of Episode 14 - with some new voices thrown in!

Send your own voice memos of your favorite Empyrean quotes and/or fan theory to our email at PaperbackPleasuresBooks@gmail.com or join our discord here!

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Romy reviews Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros. Annabel unleashes her inner dragon.

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Influencers mentioned in this episode:

@Ceartguleabhar speaks beautifully to the accurate Scottish Gaelic pronunciations of the names used in Fourth Wing, and the controversy around the use of a Celtic minority language.

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Paperback Pleasures is a podcast dedicated to de-stigmatizing romance literature and female sexuality.In each episode, lifelong best friends Romy and Annabel take turns highlighting romance novels, unpacking a genre historically underestimated due mainly to its link with female pleasure. We're here to de-stigmatize one of the most underrated genres in literature.Let's talk romance!

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Romy reviews Praise by Sara Cate. Annabel raises HR concerns.

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Paperback Pleasures is a podcast dedicated to de-stigmatizing romance literature and female sexuality. In each episode, lifelong best friends Romy and Annabel take turns highlighting romance novels, unpacking a genre historically underestimated due mainly to its link with female pleasure. We're here to celebrate one of the most underrated genres in literature. Let's talk romance!

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Annabel reviews Bringing Down The Duke by Evie Dunmore. Romy petitions for pining.

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Paperback Pleasures is a podcast dedicated to de-stigmatizing romance literature and female sexuality. In each episode, lifelong best friends Romy and Annabel take turns highlighting romance novels, unpacking a genre historically underestimated due mainly to its link with female pleasure. We're here to celebrate one of the most underrated genres in literature. Let's talk romance!

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This podcast discusses themes of adult romantic relationships and sex. Listener discretion is advised.

Romy reviews Lights Out by Navessa Allen. Annabel humanizes gym bros.

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Find Annabel's Souffle Pancake Recipe here!

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Paperback Pleasures is a podcast dedicated to de-stigmatizing romance literature and female sexuality. In each episode, lifelong best friends Romy and Annabel take turns highlighting romance novels, unpacking a genre historically underestimated due mainly to its link with female pleasure. We're here to celebrate one of the most underrated genres in literature. Let's talk romance!

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This podcast discusses themes of adult romantic relationships and sex. Listener discretion is advised.

*Note: This discusses the second book in a series of interconnected standalones. There are references to Neon Gods that may be considered spoilers to some readers.

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Annabel reviewsElectric Idol by Katee Robert. Romy talks T-Rexes.

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Paperback Pleasures is a podcast dedicated to de-stigmatizing romance literature and female sexuality. In each episode, lifelong best friends Romy and Annabel take turns highlighting romance novels, unpacking a genre historically underestimated due mainly to its link with female pleasure. We're here to celebrate one of the most underrated genres in literature. Let's talk romance!

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This podcast discusses themes of adult romantic relationships and sex. Listener discretion is advised.

This episode contains discussion of rape and assault, along with brief mentions of incest and slavery. Listener discretion is advised.

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Romy reviews the first Bodice Ripper ever written, The Flame & The Flower by Kathleen E. Woodiwiss. Annabel gets a history lesson.

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Paperback Pleasures is a podcast dedicated to de-stigmatizing romance literature and female sexuality. In each episode, lifelong best friends Romy and Annabel take turns highlighting romance novels, unpacking a genre historically underestimated due mainly to its link with female pleasure. We're here to celebrate one of the most underrated genres in literature. Let's talk romance!

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This podcast discusses themes of adult romantic relationships and sex. Listener discretion is advised.

Annabel reviews Normal People by Sally Rooney. Romy thinks she's funny.

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Paperback Pleasures is a podcast dedicated to de-stigmatizing romance literature and female sexuality. In each episode, lifelong best friends Romy and Annabel take turns highlighting romance novels, unpacking a genre historically underestimated due mainly to its link with female pleasure. We're here to celebrate one of the most underrated genres in literature. Let's talk romance!

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This podcast discusses themes of adult romantic relationships and sex. Listener discretion is advised.

Romy reviews Priest by Sierra Simone. Annabel works on her poker face.

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Paperback Pleasures is a podcast dedicated to de-stigmatizing romance literature and female sexuality. In each episode, lifelong best friends Romy and Annabel take turns highlighting romance novels, unpacking a genre historically underestimated due mainly to its link with female pleasure. We're here to celebrate one of the most underrated genres in literature. Let's talk romance!

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This podcast discusses themes of adult romantic relationships and sex. Listener discretion is advised.