In this episode, we dive into the captivating worlds created by bestselling author Taylor Jenkins Reid. From old Hollywood glamour to the drama of 1970s rock bands and the intensity of professional tennis, Reid’s novels bring unforgettable characters and emotional storytelling to life. We discuss some of her most popular books—including The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo, Daisy Jones & the Six, Malibu Rising, and Carrie Soto Is Back—sharing our favorite moments, characters, and themes along the way. Join us as we explore what makes Taylor Jenkins Reid’s stories so addictive, why readers can’t stop talking about them, and which of her books might be the perfect place to start.Titles mentioned in this episode:

Forever, Interupted by Taylor Jenkins Reid

What Alice Forgot by Liane Moriarty

The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid

Daisy Jones and the Six by Taylor Jenkins Reid

Malibu Rising by Taylor Jenkins Reid

Carrie Soto is Back by Taylor Jenkins Reid

Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid

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Frankenstein by Mary Shelley

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James by Percival Everett

Erasure by Percival Everett

Matlida by Roald Dahl

Rebecca by Daphne DuMaurier

The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas

Wuthering Heights by Emily Bronte

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These is My Words by Nancy Turner

Killing Crazy Horse by Bill O'Reilly

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