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Plot On The Rocks

Plot On The Rocks

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  • The Truth According To Ember
    Nov 14 2025

    What happens when a "little white lie" on your resume lands you the job of your dreams... and a distractingly handsome Native American coworker who might just see right through you? This week, we're diving into a story that serves up a delicious workplace romance with a side of real, powerful depth!

    We're gushing over the electric chemistry and the epic tension that had us flipping pages late into the workday. But this book is so much more than a meet-cute! We're unpacking the heavy stuff too: the weight of family expectations, the sting of workplace racism and harassment, and the lasting scars of poverty trauma, all handled with incredible heart and honesty.

    Join us for a spoiler-filled chat about heritage, healing, and finding someone who loves your authentic self—even if you faked your way into the office. This is one book club discussion you won't want to miss!

    Shoot us a text, if you have any recs or comments!

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    1 hr and 21 mins
  • The Secret World of Maggie Grey
    Oct 31 2025

    What if everything you thought was myth was actually your hidden legacy? This week, we're very much obsessed with The Secret World of Maggie Grey by Granger, the story of a Black woman who stumbles into a secret world of Black vampires, werewolves, sirens, priestesses, and talking cats (one of our favorite characters, obviously!).

    Join your hosts as we gush over the breathtaking world-building and unpack the powerful themes of identity, legacy, and breaking free from expectation. We'll dive into the slow-burn, opposites-attract romance that had us screaming into our pillows, analyze the hidden traumas that shape the characters, and try to decide which magical faction we'd pledge our allegiance to.

    So, grab your gris-gris bag and a cup of something strong, because this is a spoiler-filled celebration of Black magic, self-discovery, and finding your power in the most unexpected places. You won't want to miss this conversation!

    Keywords:
    Black Fantasy, Urban Fantasy, Secret World, Magical Universe, Vampires, Werewolves, Sirens, Talking Cats, Found Family, Toxic Family, Hidden Trauma, Opposites Attract, Legacy, Identity, Book Club, Spoiler Chat, New Adult Fantasy, Romance.

    Shoot us a text, if you have any recs or comments!

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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • This Cursed House
    Oct 17 2025

    Pack your bags and maybe some sage, because this week we're moving into the spooky world of Del Sandeen's This Cursed House! We're talking about a historic New Orleans mansion with more secrets than a little bit, a heroine who's just trying to do her job, and a family curse that's stickier than Louisiana humidity.

    Join your hosts as we explore family, forgiveness, and mysteries lurking in every dusty corridor. We'll discuss the estate's dark secrets before the big reveal, and decide just how much money it would take to overlook a weird job!

    So, grab a beignet, leave the lights on, and get ready for a spoiler-filled chat that's part ghost story, part family drama, and all fun! Let's unlock the secrets of this cursed house together.

    Shoot us a text, if you have any recs or comments!

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    1 hr and 38 mins
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