Pretty Committee Bookcast
By Pretty Committee Bookcast
Pretty Committee BookcastJan 12, 2021
Legendborn by Tracy Deonn
Sydney + Sasha return with friends to chat about their favorite book of all time, Legendborn. Who are their favorite characters? Who have we hired to direct the movie? Find out on this month's episode!
Rest of the Story by Sarah Dessen
Sydney and Sasha invite their friend Melodie to talk about their latest read. Rest of the Story follows Emma as she reconnects with a her deceased mother's side of her family tree. Is it any good? Find out on the month's episode!
The Sea of Monsters by Rick Riordan
Sasha and Syd head back into the Percy Jackson universe to see what he, Annabeth, and Grover are up to. They also chat about what makes a good film adaptation of books and the importance of character growth in a series.
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2021 Favorites and What We're Reading in 2022!
Can you believe it's December already? Sydney and Sasha do a round of their faves (and the least favorite) reads of the year and share what you can look forward to hearing us talk about in the new year, 2022!
Link to purchase* Know my Name by Chanel Miller: https://amzn.to/3IlQwto
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Keeping the Moon by Sarah Dessen
This month Sydney and Sasha revisit their childhood/teen fave Sarah Dessen. Does her writing stand the test of time? Find out on this episode and let us know your thoughts on our socials!
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Ace of Spades by Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé
This month Sasha and Sydney explore the pages of a recent thriller, Ace of Spades. A proclaimed mix of Gossip Girl and Get Out, does it live up to the hype? Sydney and Sasha discuss the book, the characters, and the twists so please beware of spoilers!
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PS I Still Love You by Jenny Han
This month Sasha and Sydney talk PS I Still Love you. The second book in the To All The Boys series. They also talk representation, health relationships, and more in this return to PC Bookcast.
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To All the Boys I've Loved Before by Jenny Han
Sydney and Sasha talk to All The Boys I've Loved Before, representation, and a whole lot of other things loosely related.
Representation of Asian Men: https://www.indiewire.com/2018/08/to-all-the-boys-ive-loved-before-netflix-jenny-han-no-asian-male-love-interest-1201995975/
The infamous video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=89rSycNmGts
Anti Racism resources for AAPI Heritage Month: https://www.nbcnews.com/news/asian-america/anti-racism-resources-support-asian-american-pacific-islander-community-n1260467
Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan ft Sean Parks.
This month we read Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief, and chat about why we hate the movies, why we regret not giving these books a read as kids, and how to improve future adaptations. We are also joined by illustrator and friend of the pod Sean Parks!
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Love Stories + Stanning Jasmine Guillory
Just in time for Valentine's Day, Sasha and Sydney take time to reflect on the role of love stories in our lives and stan one of our favorite authors, Jasmine Guillory.
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Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins ft. Noah Lyons
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2020 Favorites + What's Up Next for 2021?
Sydney and Sasha discuss their favorite reads of the year and talk about what's on the reading list for the new year! Follow us on Instagram and Twitter for the latest Pretty Committee updates @pcbookcast!
Dial L for Loser by Lisi Harrison
This month Sydney and Sasha talk about the 6th book in The Clique series "Dial L for Loser", Gossip Girl, and Disney Channel original movies. Keep up with updates @pcbookcast on Twitter and Instagram.
Minisode: Midnight Sun by Stephanie Meyer
In the spirit of Halloween we are heading back to Forks to discuss Midnight Sun, a 2020 release by Stephanie Meyer. Is Edward the perfect boyfriend? Can Vampires eat pizza? Find out on this very special episode.
Twilight by Stephanie Meyer
It's the moment you've all been waiting for. Sydney and Sasha are back to talk about the iconic book Twilight by Stephanie Meyer. Were we Team Edward or Team Jacob? Find out on this episode of the Pretty Committee Bookcast. Follow us on social media at @PCBookcast.
Best Friends for Never by Lisi Harrison
On episode 2 of Pretty Committee Bookcast, we talk first crushes, promposals, and more as we review Best Friends for Never by Lisi Harrison
The Clique by Lisi Harrison
Join us for our first episode where we talk about The Clique by Lisi Harrison.