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The Shameless Book Club

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Jun 27, 2023 • 34min

Review: A Man Called Ove

HEY THERE, BOOK CLUB FRIENDS!This month, we’re talking all about the critically acclaimed, worldwide bestseller from Swedish columnist and blogger Fredrik Backman - A Man Called Ove. Ove is the kind of man who points at people he dislikes as if they were burglars caught outside his bedroom window. He has staunch principles, strict routines, and a short fuse. He’s also deep in the grips of grief after losing his beloved wife, Sonja. He doesn’t know it yet, but when a boisterous young family moves in next door, his life is about to change. A Man Called Ove was published in English in 2014 and has sold more than 2.8 million copies internationally. In 2015 it was even made into a movie.Today on the show, Mich, Zara, and Annabelle break down why this book made them chuckle and cry in equal measure, as well as the standout characters and main takeaways from the book.Join us in the all the book chat over on our Insta, @theshamelessbookclub, and our TikTok, @theshamelessbookclub. Or, if you’re after some variety, here’s a link to record a voice message via our website, too.You can browse the eBook and audiobook versions of past book club picks in our room on Apple Books! Have a look-see right here. (You might spot our little baby, The Space Between, in the mix there, too.)Want to support our show? We are sending air kisses, air tea, and air hugs (too far?) to anyone who clicks ‘subscribe’ on Apple (bonus hugs for anyone who leaves a five-star review, too) or ‘follow’ on Spotify. Still not enough? Well! Our hearts! See below for everything else.Click here to subscribe to ShameMore: http://apple.co/shamelesspodSubscribe to the weekly ‘ASK SHAMELESS’ newsletter: http://eepurl.com/gFbYLT Join our book club: https://www.instagram.com/theshamelessbookclub/ Check out our website: https://shamelessmediaco.com/Thanks for listening! We are very big fans of yours.
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Jun 27, 2023 • 42min

Review: A Lonely Girl is a Dangerous Thing

The podcast discusses 'A Lonely Girl is a Dangerous Thing', exploring themes of sex, power, and desire. The hosts debate the complexity of the main character and the lack of representation in Australian literature. They also delve into the graphic sex scenes and mysterious plotlines. Furthermore, they speculate on shocking content, unanswered questions, and Gen's traumatic experiences. The podcast concludes with discussions on the ending and the future of the book.
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Jun 27, 2023 • 36min

Review: The Yield

The hosts discuss the book 'The Yield' by Tara June Winch, exploring its exploration of Indigenous culture and unique storytelling approach. They highlight the importance of language and cultural identity, and delve into the complexity of characters. They also touch on symbolism in the book and announce the next book club pick.
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Jun 27, 2023 • 29min

Review: Red, White & Royal Blue

In this podcast, the hosts discuss the book 'Red, White & Royal Blue' and share their opinions on its slow start, youthful writing style, and predictable ending. They also talk about the portrayal of youthfulness and balance in the book, defend it against criticism, and discuss character development and portrayal. The hosts rate and discuss the book, announce a giveaway, and briefly mention their own book 'The Space Between'.
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Jun 27, 2023 • 44min

Review: Girl, Woman, Other

Shameless book nerds! How are ya!?Us? We are absolutely thrilled to bring you our very first Shameless Book Club chat of many, with a book we so adored. This month, we’re talking all about ‘Girl, Woman, Other’ by Bernardine Evaristo. As the joint winner of the 2019 Booker Prize, this book is a love song to Black womanhood in Britain, and follows the lives of twelve disparate characters.Today on the show, Mich, Zara and Annabelle discuss the book’s absence of syntax and punctuation, our favourite characters, and juicy plot twists (we’re looking at you, Winsome).Join us in the all the book chat over on our Insta, @theshamelessbookclub, and our TikTok, @theshamelessbookclub. Or, if you’re after some variety, here’s a link to record a voice message via our website, too.You can browse the eBook and audiobook versions of past book club picks in our room on Apple Books! Have a look-see right here. (You might spot our little baby, The Space Between, in the mix there, too.)Want to support our show? We are sending air kisses, air tea, and air hugs (too far?) to anyone who clicks ‘subscribe’ on Apple (bonus hugs for anyone who leaves a five-star review, too) or ‘follow’ on Spotify. Still not enough? Well! Our hearts! See below for everything else.Click here to subscribe to ShameMore: http://apple.co/shamelesspodSubscribe to the weekly ‘ASK SHAMELESS’ newsletter: http://eepurl.com/gFbYLT Join our book club: https://www.instagram.com/theshamelessbookclub/ Check out our website: https://shamelessmediaco.com/Thanks for listening! We are very big fans of yours.

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