There Will Be Books
158 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 days ago -Friends, Matt and Peter discuss books and currents reads in a humorous and informal manner.
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Episode 108 "Flash For Freedom!"
October 07, 2022 03:59 - 56 minutes - 52.5 MBWe're back with our favorite anti-hero, Harry Flashman. But first, Matt has an important life update about spiders and hedge apples. Once we finish discussing the spiders living below Matt's house, we dive into a rather interesting entry in the Flashman papers. George MacDonald Fraser showcases his skill with plot and characters to deliver a very strong entry in the series. Hope you enjoy the episode and pick up a Flashman book! Contact Us: Instagram @therewillbbooks Twitter @therewillbbo...
Episode 107 "Cult Classic by Sloane Crosley"
September 30, 2022 02:19 - 54 minutes - 50.8 MBWe begin with our annual tradition of discussing our chances of winning this years MacArthur genius grant. Will this be the year we win? Maybe. We then discuss the new novel from Sloane Crosley, "Cult Classic." Matt puts forth some theories and Peter talks himself into liking the book more. An all-around fantastic episode full of books and genius. Enjoy! Contact Us: Instagram @therewillbbooks Twitter @therewillbbooks Email [email protected] Goodreads: Therewillbebooks ko-fi.com/the...
Episode 106 "Adding Tokarczuk and Bulgakov to TBR"
September 22, 2022 22:48 - 1 hour - 73 MBMaybe it was the terrible Kombucha or the 20 plus books that were nominated, but we went a little long this episode! Join us as we discuss the most nominations we ever had for a book club month and end up with two excellent additions to our TBR. Enjoy! Selections Drive Your Plow Over the Bones of the Dead by Olga Tokarczuk The Master and Margarita by Mikhail Bulgakov Contact Us: Instagram @therewillbbooks Twitter @therewillbbooks Email [email protected] Goodreads: Therewillbebook...
Episode 105 "Fantasy Football Book Draft"
September 10, 2022 02:24 - 1 hour - 79.9 MBThe concept is simple, draft a fantasy football team by way of book like equivalents. Our enjoyment from this silly game is infinite and this time we brought in friend of the podcast and author, Sam Ernst. Enjoy, Sam's well thought out selections, listen in amazement at the wonderfully bonkers team Matt puts forth, and judge Peter's selection of Moby Dick as head coach. Contact Us: Instagram @therewillbbooks Twitter @therewillbbooks Email [email protected] Goodreads: Therewillbeboo...
Episode 104 "Black Leopard, Red Wolf; History Review"
September 02, 2022 22:49 - 1 hour - 59.7 MBWe're back! Matt starts us off talking about a history of the Roosevelts, specifically detailing how Teddy Roosevelt was not a great guy. And then finally, after months of reading, we're ready to discuss Marlon James' novel "Black Leopard, Red Wolf." Overall, we were conflicted about the novel and go into our thoughts on the story, themes, writing, and more. Enjoy! Books Mentioned: The Wars of the Roosevelts by William J. Mann Black Leopard, Red Wolf by Marlon James Contact Us: Instagra...
Episode 103 "Laurus plus New Book Club Selection"
August 19, 2022 12:43 - 1 hour - 66.4 MBWe begin with Eugene Vodolazkin's novel, "Laurus," a novel that we both liked and disliked for similar reasons. However we felt, we did feel the novel brings up many interesting topics to discuss and think about. Finally, we're back to nominating books for the August book club. Our selection, joins our yearly tradition of reading the next in the Flashman series. Overall, a very fine episode full of banter, thought, and revelation. Enjoy! Books Nominated: The Johnstown Flood by David McCul...
Episode 102 "Neverwhere and Neil Gaiman"
August 12, 2022 18:28 - 1 hour - 57.9 MBPeter gives Neil Gaiman another shot after being disappointed over a decade earlier and Matt discusses author as celebrity. It's never a good idea to write off an author on one book and so Matt convinced Peter to give Neil Gaiman another shot. On this episode we're discussing Neil Gaiman's debut novel, Neverwhere. A novel rich in depth, character, and plot. Finally, we discuss the concept of celebrity author. An all-around fun episode. Enjoy! Contact Us: Instagram @therewillbbooks Twitter...
Episode 101 "Fifth Business"
July 30, 2022 00:15 - 1 hour - 74.1 MBThis episode has it all, a story from Matt's childhood, Peter starts a new project, and we discuss a fantastic book. The main course for tonight is Robertson Davies' novel, "Fifth Business." The beginning novel of the Deptford Trilogy, we were recommended this novel from our listeners and boy were they right. We break down the plot and the themes and our favorite passages before discussing the fantastic ending. High recommend from us both. Enjoy! Contact Us: Instagram @therewillbbooks Twi...
Episode 100 "A Celebration and Look Back"
July 23, 2022 00:39 - 1 hour - 79.4 MBWe can't quite believe it but we've hit 100 episodes! To celebrate, we've decided to have a relaxed look back on some of our favorite books, biggest surprises, and Matt's unaired thoughts! Of course it wouldn't be an episode if we didn't go off on tangents but we corral it near the end and pick a July book. Thank you for listening and supporting us and we hope you enjoy the next 100 episodes! Contact Us: Instagram @therewillbbooks Twitter @therewillbbooks Email [email protected] Goo...
Episode 99 "Masters of Atlantis"
July 13, 2022 21:40 - 59 minutes - 55.4 MBTonight we're discussing "Masters of Atlantis" by Charles Portis, a comedic romp full of memorable scenes and hilarious dialogue. Portis is most known for his novel "True Grit" but we discuss why you shouldn't forget reading his comedic novels. Matt discusses his favorite scenes and Peter enjoys the more serious points Portis makes and finally we make the connection between Portis and the Coen brothers. We hope you enjoy this episode and definitely recommend reading Portis. Enjoy! Contact U...
Episode 98 "Sally Rooney Pt 2 / New Seasonal Book Club"
July 06, 2022 12:59 - 1 hour - 61.5 MBWe begin with Matt's stories from vacation and then move into his review of Sally Rooney's novel, "Beautiful World, Where Are You." From there we begin the selection process for our new seasonal book, and with the help of fan nominations, we land on a great choice! Enjoy! Books Nominated: The Once and Future King by T.H. White* Bleak House by Charles Dickens The Books of Jacob by Olga Tokarczuk Truman by David McCullough The First American by H.W. Brands Underworld by Don DeLillo Sev...
Episode 97 "Summer Lightning; Praise for P.G. Wodehouse"
June 24, 2022 21:11 - 1 hour - 55.6 MBWe begin this episode with a mystery that's being troubling Matt for a very long time, who stole his copy of Billy Joel: Greatest Hits Vol 3? From there we jump into the delightful world at Blandings Castle, and discuss "Summer Lightning" by P.G. Wodehouse. Full of hilarious writing, memorable characters, and a prized pig, we discuss why Wodehouse is so beloved and what makes "Summer Lightning" a good entry point into the vast Wodehouse bibliography. Finally, we'll soon be nominating books f...
Episode 96 "Anabasis by Xenophon"
June 18, 2022 15:12 - 1 hour - 62.9 MBThis week's book contains mercenaries, marching armies, treachery, and a dangerous retreat. Part military history and part philosophical study, the "Anabasis" by Xenophon has been studied and enjoyed for a variety of reasons. We delve into how a book written 2,500 years ago can feel so present, and the many interesting things Xenophon has to say about the nature of leadership and military command. Enjoyable discussion about a rich text, ending in Matt pleading for an oracle. Enjoy! Contact ...
Episode 95 "June Nominations, Plus a Growing TBR"
June 08, 2022 18:13 - 1 hour - 57.8 MBWhat do you do when you have so many great nominations? You can't just pick one, so pick a few. And that is what we did listener, we know we have a mountain of books we're reading but what's better than adding more great selections?! Hopefully you join us in reading some if not all the books we've added to the TBR. Plus, friend of the pod, Sam Ernst, sent in his fantasy baseball author team and Matt describes how he and his wife pick movies to watch. Enjoy! Books Nominated: Strange Flowers...
Episode 94 "Sometimes A Great Notion; Kidney Stones"
June 03, 2022 12:58 - 59 minutes - 55.4 MBTwo weeks ago Matt walked under a ladder, and the next day Peter had a kidney stone attack and Matt developed nerve pain. Coincidence? Maybe. So after a couple weeks of recovery we're back! And we're discussing a fantastic American classic, Sometimes A Great Notion by Ken Kesey. Join us as we dissect the indelible Stamper family and go into what makes this a classic. High recommend from us both. Enjoy! Contact Us: Instagram @therewillbbooks Twitter @therewillbbooks Email willbebooks@gmai...
Episode 93 "Author Fantasy Baseball Team"
May 20, 2022 02:19 - 1 hour - 62.3 MBAwhile back we created fantasy football teams with authors, we put a lot of thought and effort into this silly idea and we enjoyed it so much that we are back for baseball. Tonight, learn how much Matt loves this concept. Would he abandon everything and create fake author baseball teams all over the country? Maybe. As for Peter, his choice at catcher certainly didn't make sense but he wouldn't have it any other way. We hope you make your own team and nerd out on this ridiculous idea. Enjoy! ...
Episode 92 "May Book Club; Plus, Book Hauls and Audiobooks"
May 11, 2022 15:43 - 54 minutes - 50.2 MBIt's been too long. We're back and picking our newest book club selection. But first, since we haven't recorded an episode in a little while, we both have some side books we've been listening to or reading. Plus, Peter rushes through a library book sale haul. Then we come to the main event, picking a new book club selection and since it's summer we selected a funny, satirical, and enjoyable book*. Enjoy! *Side note- we selected two books. Books nominated: Norco ‘80 by Peter Houlahan Emp...
Episode 91 "Black Swan Green"
April 23, 2022 02:45 - 56 minutes - 52.3 MBDavid Mitchell is a favorite author of ours and tonight we're discussing his novel "Black Swan Green." A brilliant coming of age novel, full of humor, insight, wonder, and compassion. Mitchell is an amazing storyteller and writer and we discuss why he succeeds at creating such memorable characters and stories. Finally, we look at this novel in relation to his other works. Needless to say, high recommend from both of us and we hope to lead new readers to the world of David Mitchell. Enjoy! C...
Episode 90 "The Importance of Being Ernst"
April 13, 2022 22:23 - 57 minutes - 53.6 MBLongtime listener and friend of the show, author Sam Ernst stops by to discuss his debut novel, The New Manifesto. We delve into the process of how the novel came to be, and some of the backstory to this fun and creative metafictional work. We also discuss music criticism, islands, alternate history books, future books, and more. We had a great time talking to Sam and recommend you check out his book. Enjoy! Books mentioned: The New Manifesto by Sam Ernst Contact Us: Instagram @therewill...
Episode 89 "April Book Club Nominations"
April 07, 2022 22:05 - 1 hour - 61.7 MBAnother month means picking another book club selection. We decided to do something slightly different this month, we nominated all non-fiction books. A varied and interesting group of books were nominated and we think we ended on a very interesting selection. Of course, we discussed all things other than books including Xavier University, starting a farm, and more! Enjoy. Books Discussed A Time of Gifts by Patrick Leigh Fermor The Persian Expedition by Xenophon Arctic Dreams by Barry Lo...
Episode 88 "Bookstore Revival and More"
March 31, 2022 22:30 - 59 minutes - 55.1 MBWe've got a bit of everything on this episode. We venture from Chris Rock to Laurent Binet, from long movies to box chain book stores. We end on Matt stashing books under the baby stroller. Hope you enjoy this hodgepodge of an episode and please tell Matt he needs to start making BookTok videos for us. Enjoy! Books mentioned Civilizations by Laurent Binet The New Manifesto by Sam Ernst Contact Us: Instagram @therewillbbooks Twitter @therewillbbooks Email [email protected] Goodrea...
Episode 87 "The Game of Kings"
March 18, 2022 20:03 - 53 minutes - 49.8 MBMuch like a complex board game, Dorothy Dunnett's novel "The Game of Kings" is difficult to understand but with effort and patience the reader is rewarded with a complex story and engrossing characters. We both agree this book is probably not for everybody but we discuss why we're glad we read it. A large part of why we liked the book is the main character, Francis Crawford of Lymond, a memorable character whose backstory and mysterious methods make for a rewarding tale. Finally, it's in our...
Episode 86 "March Book Club Nominations"
March 10, 2022 22:57 - 1 hour - 56.6 MBWe're a little late, (when are we not?) but we're nominating books for our newest Book Club selection. We both struggled for inspiration, but in the end another fantastic collection of book we're discussed and I think the listener will enjoy our selection for March. Along the way, Matt tells a story, admits to subterfuge, and gives Peter a birthday present. Enjoy! Books Nominated: Sharp Objects by Gillian Flynn The Glass Key by Dashiell Hammett Annihilation by Jeff VanderMeer The Englis...
Episode 85 "TBR Show & Tell"
March 03, 2022 18:34 - 1 hour - 69.5 MBGrab your pen and paper because we're adding a bunch of books to our respective TBR's. Much like adding movies to your Netflix queue, sometimes nothing feels better than talking about books you wanna read but may not have time to get to. Each of us has 5 books and there are some really interesting titles, hopefully something for everybody. But first, we start with talking about books we read or listened to outside of the podcast realm, and recommend some titles. Really fun episode, hope you ...
Episode 84 "The Red and The Black"
February 18, 2022 22:22 - 1 hour - 77.3 MBWe may not act like the literary theory type, but tonight we're giving it our best go. We're discussing the endlessly interesting novel, "The Red and The Black," by Stendhal. A psychological novel rooted in the Bourbon Restoration, Stendhal gives us an intimate portrait of Julien Sorel and post Napoleonic France. We talk about the plot, characters, and our favorite sections but we also discuss the idea of "mimetic rivalry." An idea Matt read about in a book by Rene Girard, and an idea and co...
Episode 83 "February Book Club; Matt's Grocery Store Story"
February 08, 2022 18:15 - 1 hour - 61.8 MBWe begin with a classic story involving Matt, sushi, grocery store bathrooms, and Gary Oldman. Next, Peter has simple complaint about Marvel movies. And finally, we nominate a host of books for our February Book Club. This was a fun episode to record. Enjoy! Books nominated: The Expendable Man by Dorothy Hughes The Fisher King by Anthony Powell Tell No One by Harlan Coben Francisco Goya by Evan S Connell The Late Show by Michael Connelly The Game of Kings by Dorothy Dunnett The Ninet...
Episode 82 "Foundation"
February 01, 2022 23:10 - 57 minutes - 53 MBWe begin the year with a Sci-Fi classic, "Foundation" by Isaac Asimov. Tonight we discuss why this book is so popular, which of the major themes are most interesting and more. Enjoy! Contact Us: Instagram @therewillbbooks Twitter @therewillbbooks Email [email protected] Goodreads: Therewillbebooks ko-fi.com/therewillbbooks patreon.com/therewillbbooks
Episode 81 "Hogfather"
January 20, 2022 23:15 - 57 minutes - 53.1 MBTerry Pratchett was prolific, beloved, and a bestseller many times over and yet neither of us had read anything of his. Well we corrected that this week by reading "Hogfather," book 20 in Pratchett's comic fantasy series Discworld. We discuss the humor and meaning behind this work and discuss Pratchett's impressive output and quality. Highly recommend from both of us. Enjoy! Contact Us: Instagram @therewillbbooks Twitter @therewillbbooks Email [email protected] Goodreads: Therewill...
Episode 80 "Le Guin and January Nominations"
January 11, 2022 20:17 - 1 hour - 58.3 MBJam packed episode including, football talk, book review, new book club selection, and Peter struggling to pronounce author's name. We begin by inviting listeners to join is on our Patreon, where we talk football and books. Then we discuss Ursula K Le Guin's novel The Beginning Place. And lastly we select a January book from a list of our strongest nominations. Along the way, Peter struggles with a name, Matt does his best Harrison Ford Russian accent. Enjoy! Books mentioned: The Beginning...
Episode 79 "2021 Book Oscars"
January 05, 2022 00:42 - 1 hour - 74.8 MBTonight we're looking back at all the books we've read for the podcast this year and handing out some awards. Find out who or what we thought was the best villain, best doomed protagonist, best scene, and more! We also give our award for our book and writer of the year. Plus, we look forward to 2022 and make some resolutions. Enjoy! Contact Us: Instagram @therewillbbooks Twitter @therewillbbooks Email [email protected] Goodreads: Therewillbebooks ko-fi.com/therewillbbooks patreon....
Episode 78 "Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy"
December 29, 2021 22:36 - 57 minutes - 52.9 MB"Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy" is a classic in the genre and tonight we're discussing the novel's complexity, style, and historical context. Both of us had attempted John Le Carre in the past and bailed, but this time we plowed through a mysterious beginning to find a story full of interesting characters, complex plotting, and rising tension. Enjoy! Contact Us: Instagram @therewillbbooks Twitter @therewillbbooks Email [email protected] Goodreads: Therewillbebooks ko-fi.com/therewillbb...
Episode 77 "December Book Club Nominations"
December 15, 2021 03:31 - 48 minutes - 44.9 MBMatt has a new job and Peter has eaten too many cookies but that's not important. What's important is selecting the December book. As always many great nominations, and I don't know if it's the holiday spirit but we once again couldn't help ourselves with just one book....we selected two! Listen and hopefully we selected the books you found most interesting. Enjoy! Books Nominated: Holidays on Ice by David Sedaris Lest Darkness Fall by L. Sprague de Camp A Christmas Memory by Truman Capo...
Episode 76 "The Little Stranger"
December 08, 2021 21:50 - 1 hour - 58.7 MBWe read Sarah Waters' novel "The Little Stranger," and on this episode we discuss why Waters is such an excellent writer and how she cleverly constructs this story and heightens the tension along the way. We discuss theories and plot points and wonder who is ultimately haunting the characters. Hope you enjoy! Contact Us: Instagram @therewillbbooks Twitter @therewillbbooks Email [email protected] Goodreads: Therewillbebooks ko-fi.com/therewillbbooks patreon.com/therewillbbooks
Episode 75 "Holiday Bookstore Memories. Plus, Live Book Haul"
November 27, 2021 23:48 - 55 minutes - 50.9 MBThe holidays are just around the corner so we thought we'd discuss our time as booksellers in a large retail bookstore. We look back at the bestsellers that year and reminisce on our time in book retail. Plus, Matt's visiting family, so he went through some books from home and we do a live book haul! Enjoy! Contact Us: Instagram @therewillbbooks Twitter @therewillbbooks Email [email protected] Goodreads: Therewillbebooks ko-fi.com/therewillbbooks patreon.com/therewillbbooks
Episode 74 "November Book Club Nominations"
November 16, 2021 19:01 - 56 minutes - 51.9 MBIt's that time again, book club nominations!! This month we'e both confident in our nominations and themes. So enjoy a friendly ramble about books and hopefully you'll join us this month in reading our exciting book club selection. Books mentioned: Essay by George Orwell (Penguin Classics Edition) Kim by Rudyard Kipling Slouching Towards Bethlehem by Joan Didion The Secret Agent by Joseph Conrad The Death of Adam by Marilynne Robinson Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy by John Le Carre *Winner...
Episode 73 "The Turn of the Screw"
November 08, 2021 23:58 - 52 minutes - 48.5 MBThis week we're discussing the 1898 novella, "The Turn of the Screw," by Henry James. This classic "ghost" story has been praised and dissected for over a century and we join the debate to discuss the classic ghost story question, are the ghosts real? But first, Peter has two new release recommends! Finally, after a couple duds to start the fall release season, Peter has one fiction and one non-fiction release to praise. Listen to find out what they are. Enjoy! Books mentioned: The Turn ...
Episode 72 "The House of Mirth"
November 01, 2021 23:12 - 1 hour - 57.4 MBThis week we're discussing the Edith Wharton classic novel, "The House of Mirth." A novel that is still relevant, relatable, and insightful. We discuss the memorable, tragic, and complex lead character, Lily Bart. A character who struggles to navigate the Gilded Age society of New York City. Definitely, a classic that lives up the billing. Enjoy! Contact Us: Instagram @therewillbbooks Twitter @therewillbbooks Email [email protected] Goodreads: Therewillbebooks ko-fi.com/therewillbb...
Episode 71 "Autumn Nominations and Bewilderment Review"
October 23, 2021 00:30 - 1 hour - 63.6 MBWe start this episode with a hypothetical, then Peter discusses the new Richard Powers' novel "Bewilderment." Finally, we nominate books for our Fall seasonal read. Lots of great books nominated and I think we landed on an exciting choice. Enjoy! Books mentioned: The Woman in White by Wilkie Collins Gravity's Rainbow by Thomas Pynchon Sometimes a Great Notion by Ken Kesey An American Tragedy by Theodore Dreiser History of the Peloponnesian War by Thucydides A Man Without Qualities by ...
Episode 70 "Lonesome Dove"
October 15, 2021 19:54 - 1 hour - 89.7 MBWe stole some horses, rounded up some cattle, and headed out west for this episode. We read the classic western, Lonesome Dove and on this episode we rave about this much beloved classic. We discuss all aspects of this novel including delving into an all-time great cast of characters. We loved this book and hope you enjoy this episode. Contact Us: Instagram @therewillbbooks Twitter @therewillbbooks Email [email protected] Goodreads: Therewillbebooks ko-fi.com/therewillbbooks patre...
Episode 69 "October Book Nominations; Final Sally Rooney Thoughts"
October 08, 2021 20:11 - 56 minutes - 52.5 MBThis week we start by finishing up some thoughts on Sally Rooney's newest book and then we get into our October book club nominations. This being October, we had plenty of spooky, scary, and haunting titles nominated. We picked one book and one novella for this month, so sit back and find out what we're reading this month. Enjoy! Books mentioned: Thornyhold by Mary Stewart The Foundation Pit by Andrei Platonov The Great Pretender by Susannah Cahalan The Last Man by Mary Shelley All Hal...
Episode 68 "James Ellroy and Sally Rooney"
October 03, 2021 00:22 - 1 hour - 61.8 MBThis week we're discussing books we've been reading on our own. Matt listened to James Ellroy's "Bloods a Rover" on audio and we discuss the best way to describe/sell Ellroy's style to a new reader. Finally, Peter is currently in the middle of Sally Rooney's new novel, "Beautiful World Where Are You," and his judgement so far is pretty negative.Also discussed; genius grants, crying babies, and football predictions. Enjoy! Contact Us: Instagram @therewillbbooks Twitter @therewillbbooks Em...
Episode 67 "Royal Flash"
September 22, 2021 21:15 - 54 minutes - 50.9 MBThis month, we headed back to the Flashman Papers, and read Royal Flash. A little softer around the edges, but still humorous and biting, Royal Flash is great addition to the Flashman Papers series. Peter compares the books to cereal, and Matt compares Flashman to Michael Scott. Plus, we create a new idea, "Flashmaning." Listen to find out what that means, and more. Enjoy! Contact Us: Instagram @therewillbbooks Twitter @therewillbbooks Email [email protected] Goodreads: Therewillbeb...
Episode 66 "September Book Nominations"
September 09, 2021 13:17 - 58 minutes - 54.2 MBIs that time again, we're nominating and selecting our book of the month. This month we set up the parameters a tad differently, and nominated classic books or authors that we tragically haven't read. Lots of great nominations this month! Plus, we discuss Al Gore and his divorce email. Enjoy! Books mentioned: Joseph Andrews by Henry Fielding Ivanhoe by Sir Walter Scott The Red and the Black by Stendhal To the Lighthouse by Virginia Woolf Bouvard and Pecuchet by Gustave Flaubert The A...
Episode 65 "Summer Book Haul"
September 01, 2021 19:58 - 1 hour - 59.8 MBThere is no better way to end the summer than with a big old book haul. So sit back, grab a pen and paper, and listen as we list all the books we've checked out from the library, and bought at the used book store. Books include a Hollywood movie adaptation, short stories, spy novels, niche history, classics, and more! Contact Us: Instagram @therewillbbooks Twitter @therewillbbooks Email [email protected] Goodreads: Therewillbebooks ko-fi.com/therewillbbooks patreon.com/therewillbb...
Episode 64 "A Confederacy of Dunces"
August 25, 2021 20:43 - 52 minutes - 48.5 MBThis week we're discussing the comedy classic, A Confederacy of Dunces by John Kennedy Toole. We discuss the back story to the novel, why Matt loves this novel, and also why Peter was a little disappointed. And of course we go on tangents about health, personality types, and much more. Enjoy! Contact Us: Instagram @therewillbbooks Twitter @therewillbbooks Email [email protected] Goodreads: Therewillbebooks ko-fi.com/therewillbbooks patreon.com/therewillbbooks
Episode 63 "The Catcher in the Rye"
August 18, 2021 22:38 - 59 minutes - 54.9 MBWe are revisiting a classic this week. "The Catcher in the Rye." Both of us haven't read this book for well over a decade, and we discuss what's changed for us about the novel, maybe things we didn't notice the first time. We discuss Holden and all his faults and traumas. Enjoy this conversation about a much discussed and beloved American novel, and let us know your thoughts on this book. Contact Us: Instagram @therewillbbooks Twitter @therewillbbooks Email [email protected] Goodre...
Episode 62 "The Wicked Pavilion"
August 11, 2021 21:34 - 51 minutes - 47.3 MBWe read "The Wicked Pavilion" by Dawn Powell and what is there to say other than this book is fantastic! We delve into this little known classic of American Literature and discuss why it's such a successful, funny, and perceptive novel. We're hopeful more readers will pick up this great book and give it a read. Enjoy! Instagram @therewillbbooks Twitter @therewillbbooks Email [email protected] Goodreads: Therewillbebooks ko-fi.com/therewillbbooks patreon.com/therewillbbooks
Episode 61 "August Book Nominations"
August 05, 2021 19:52 - 56 minutes - 52.3 MBWe start this week talking about rude drivers and end with our monthly book club nominations. Matt usually wins and we pick one of his nominations, will this month be any different? Listen and find out. Enjoy! Books mentioned: The King Must Die by Mary Renault The Great Swindle by Pierre Lemaitre The Judgement of Paris by Gore Vidal Ferdinand, the Man with the Kind Heart by Irmgard Keun After Midnight by Irmgard Keun A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court by Mark Twain Extinctio...
Episode 60 "Killing Time at the Info Desk"
July 28, 2021 12:51 - 57 minutes - 53.6 MBWe don't have a single book to talk about today. Instead, join us at the info desk, where we're talking Wodehouse, Cherry Pepsi, Vikings, and More! Books mentioned: Aunts Aren't Gentlemen by P.G Wodehouse Children of Ash and Elm by Neil Price Smashing the Liquor Machine by Mark Lawrence Schrad Tall Men, Short Shorts by Leigh Montville Factory Summers by Guy Delisle Contact Us: Instagram @therewillbbooks Twitter @therewillbbooks Email [email protected] Goodreads: Therewillbeboo...
Episode 59 "The Talented Mr. Ripley"
July 20, 2021 21:13 - 1 hour - 58.5 MBOn this episode, we discuss the brilliant and unsettling thriller "The Talented Mr Ripley." So much to discuss and unpack, from theories about why people turn bad, to how the book talks about class, we had a good time grappling with Tom Ripley. We end by talking about some adaptations, and revisit Matt Damon's performance. Enjoy! Contact Us: Instagram @therewillbbooks Twitter @therewillbbooks Email [email protected] Goodreads: Therewillbebooks ko-fi.com/therewillbbooks patreon.com...