We are so excited to announce that we have the lovely Sasha Peyton Smith on the podcast. It was so much fun talking to her about all things The Rose Bargain and The Thorn Queen. We even tested her out on her knowledge of some 1800's slang. So make sure you come check us out and get all the Scandal Water. This was so much fun!

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Today, Sam and Morgan dive into their caffeine habits and whether taking a step back might not be worth it. Side note: Morgan absolutely cannot do seltzer drinks at all.

We also discuss the second novel in the Rose Bargain series, The Thorn Queen by Sasha Peyton Smith. As the story comes to a close, we reflect on whether the sequel lives up to our love for the first book in the series.

About The Novel:

Having won the hand of the faerie King Bram, Ivy is now Queen of England. But with his ascension to the throne, Bram unleashed the fae into the human world. After hundreds of years of being kept from their favorite playthings, the Others are looking to make up for lost time—and they do, with wicked revelry that sweeps through the country. To survive, Ivy acts the sweet, devoted wife. Behind the smile, she plots to banish her husband, save her sister Lydia, and reunite with the love of her life, Emmett. Yet Emmet and Lydia are trapped in the Otherworld, where fae games are deadlier than ever—and a queen must play most viciously of all. Or see herself dethroned.

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This week we discuss book two in the Pamona Afton world. If you enjoy this episode don't forget to subscribe and make sure you follow all our socials here!! so you don't miss out on anything!

Summary:

Pomona Afton knows how to throw a memorable party. After all, for her twenty-fifth birthday, she hosted a global extravaganza that included a masquerade ball in a Scottish castle, clubbing in Ibiza, and skinny dipping on a private island. So, throwing a gala for her fledgling nonprofit should be a breeze. Unfortunately, she has to navigate the high-stakes (and snobby) world of philanthropy, a beloved boyfriend who just can’t seem to fit in, and of course, her dysfunctional family, all while planning a party that won't only affect the future of her charity, but her own future in society. But Pom is no quitter. She pushes forward and perseveres…until, right in the middle of her party, she discovers the body of one of her biggest donors. Suddenly all her hard work is going up in flames. If she’s going to salvage her new life path, she must put on her (incredibly stylish) detective hat again and figure out who wants to bring her down. One more measly little murder mystery shouldn’t be that hard, right?