S1E17 Give me that Booty
Pirate Romance
Disclaimer: This episode contains mature themes and explicit content recommended for those who are 18+. Listener discretion is advised.
Episode Summary
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In this episode of Blush & Bindings, hosts Kacy, Lauren and Lindsey set sail to explore the high seas of love as they discuss historical Pirate Romances. They touch on everything from the allure of the open ocean, lusting after libertines, and charismatic captains to the not so romantic realities of the times, the life and lack of vitamin C. Test your ship knowledge and listen for throwbacks to their favorite trope to talk about. Book club covers the highs and lows of life and love on the seas, with Pam Godwin’s Sea of Ruin, and your hosts remark on the double standards female romance authors face when telling stories with harsh truths and dark themes. The salty TBR recs include a range of swashbuckling stories to choose from. So pull the anchor, hoist the sails and get ready to be swept away.
Trigger/Content Warnings:There is discussion around many of the elements in the book including; assault, murder, sexual assault, cheating, death, dubcon, gun violence, infertility, kidnapping, homophobia, misogyny, slavery, stalking, torture, war, and violence.
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Books Discussed in this Episode
Book Club
Sea of Ruin by Pam Godwin
TBR Segment
Host Recommendations
Lauren-A Ship of Bones and Teeth by Karina Halle
Lindsey- The Ever King by L.J. Andrews
For a full list of book recommendations from the hosts check out the Book Recs page here.
Host TBR Picks
Kacy- Sea of Roses by Opal Reyne
Lauren- The Windflower by Laura London & Tides of Captivation by Eden Hopewell
Lindsey- Kidnapped by the Pirate by Kiera Andrews
Want to see what else your hosts like to recommend? Check out the Host Reader Profiles here.
Coming up on the next episode, our Book Club pick is God’s Eye: The Northwomen Sagas by Susan Fanetti!
