S1E4 Kisses & Combat Boots
Contemporary: Military/Commando Romance
Disclaimer: This episode contains mature themes and explicit content recommended for those who are 18+. Listener discretion is advised.
Episode Summary
In this episode of Blush & Bindings, hosts Kacy, Lauren, and Lindsey gear up to explore the intense, action-packed world of military commando romances. They discuss popular themes, review the protector archetype, and give their thoughts on the evolution of strong female leads in the genre. Join them for Book Club with this episode’s pick, 'In the Likely Event' by Rebecca Yarros, where emotional connections, plot and pacing, and the balance of spice are analyzed by the hosts. They also share their TBR recommendations specific to the subgenre.
Trigger and Content warnings for this episode include explicit language, discussion of sexual content and scenes in general and from the page. Discussions during our book club segment in reference to the book club pick In the Likely Event by Rebecca Yarros includes: mentions of PTSD and mental health related to combat, death of a parent, death of a friend, cheating, plane crashes, war, and active war zones.
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Books Discussed in this Episode
Book Club
In the Likely Event by Rebecca Yarros
TBR Segment
Host Recommendations
Kacy- Mystery Man by Kristen Ashley
Lauren- Triple Duty BodyGuards by Lily Gold
Lindsey- Twisted Games by Ana Huang
For a full list of book recommendations from the hosts check out the Book Recs page here.
Host TBR Picks
Kacy- The Darkest Hour by Maya Banks
Lauren- Deadly Intent by Pamela Clare
Lindsey- Tinderbox (FlashPoint #1) by Rachel Grant
Want to see what else your hosts like to recommend? Check out the Host Reader Profiles here.
Other Books Mentioned in the Episode
The Empyrean Series by Rebecca Yarros
Outlander by Diana Gabaldon
Half Blood by Jennifer L. Armentrout
From Blood and Ash by Jennifer L. Armentrout
Coming up on the next episode, our Book Club pick is Under Locke by Mariana Zapata!
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