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What Should I Read Next?

Ep 405: Books that pair with pumpkin spice

Nov 7, 2023
Grace, an avid reader who enjoys fall reading with a dose of magic, talks about her love for books with a darker twist or magical flair. The podcast explores the pleasure of reading about struggles and discovering oneself. They discuss specific books, genres like dark academia and fantasy, and the desire to find great audiobooks for a long commute.
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Quick takeaways

  • Fall reading can be enhanced by books with darker twists, magical flair, thoughtful plots, and introspective characters.
  • Audiobooks can be a great format for enjoying fall reading.

Deep dives

Everyone in this Room Will Someday Be Dead by Emily R. Austin

The protagonist, Gilda, is a depressed and anxious young woman who takes on the role of a secretary at a Catholic Church after the death of the former secretary. Through a series of email exchanges, she pretends to be the deceased secretary, leading to a humorous and quirky narrative. The stream-of-consciousness writing style gives the book a cozy yet comedic and dark atmosphere, capturing Gilda's relatable mental health struggles and her journey of self-discovery.

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