Read Around the Rosé

David Burroughs committed one of the worst crimes a loving parent could do. He didn't fight his maximum sentence punishment. He decided to live out his melancholy life by just going through the motions and tried to not think about Matthew. That's until his sister-in-law Rachel showed up with a picture in her hand. That can't be Matthew...but that port stain birth mark is too familiar. David would do ANYTHING to find the truth. He has a new purpose: find his son, prove his innocence, and punish the person who turned his life upside down.

Join the Rosé girls this week as we discuss I Will Find You by Harlan Coben. You can drink along with us as we enjoy a bottle of Summer Water Rosé.

And... We Clink! #readaroundtherosé #bookclubpodcast #murdermystery #iwillfindyou #harlancoben #summerwaterrosé

Millie spent years saving women in domestic abuse situations. Now she just wants to attend her college classes and make enough money to survive. She wants to do things the right way this time around. That's until she starts working for the Garrick family. Why does Mrs. Garrick stay in her room all day long? Why hasn't Millie met her yet? It shouldn't be that big of a deal to step in and help one more wife...right? Just one more time... Join us this week as we discuss The Housemaid's Secret by Freida McFadden. This is an incredible sequel to The Housemaid. You can also drink along with us and enjoy a bottle of Liquid Light Rosé. And...We Clink! #readaroundtherosé #bookclubpodcast #thehousemaidssecret #freidamcfadden #murdermystery #liquidlightrosé

Millie is a live in housemaid tending to a house full of secrets. Something is just completely off about her boss Nina Winchester. She has extreme ups and downs, and quite frankly Millie never knows which version of Nina she'll get. Her entitled daughter Cece isn't any better. Yet, Mr. Winchester is intriguing. Why would he stay with someone so unbalanced? What is really going on with this family, and what secrets will be revealed?   Join the Rosé girls as we make a come back after a year long break to discuss The Housemaid by Freida McFadden. This book rekindled our love for our book club. The twists and turns are phenomenal! You can drink along with us as we enjoy a bottle of Psyche's Rosé.   And...We Clink

Link to description that was read on the podcast: 

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/60556912-the-housemaid  

Dr. Montague was determined to find solid evidence of a haunting. Hill House was the perfect place to conduct his research due to its eventful past. Next, the doctor needed 3 willing candidates to stay with him at Hill House. Theodora, Eleanor, and Luke were all willing and absolutely perfect candidates. Theodora had psychic tendencies, Eleanor was familiar with poltergeists, and Luke was the heir to Hill House. Can all four house guests work together to prove that hauntings exist and survive? Or will the house consume them entirely?  This week join the Rosé Girls as we read The Haunting of Hill House by Shirley Jackson. This classic 1959 book is a fantastic read! 

You can drink along with us as we drink a bottle of Fog Land Pinot Grigio. And...We Clink

Pip is a good girl! All she wanted to do was solve her town's mystery, graduate high school, and go to the college of her dreams. Yet, the last investigation was too much for Pip, and she got in too deep. This time she swore she wouldn't take another case... Well until Jamie Reynolds disappeared. Was it a coincidence that Jamie disappeared the night of Andie and Sal's memorial? The police didn't see the urgency in the situation, so therefore Pip had to do something. Would she be able to find Jamie before the crucial 72 hours was up? What secrets would she now uncover? Will Pip still be a good girl in the end?  

Join the Rosé Girls this week as we discuss Good Girl, Bad Blood by Holly Jackson.  You can also celebrate with us a cheer to our 2 year podiversary!  It's been a wonderful journey reading and discussing books these last 2 years. We're excited to see what the future brings! To celebrate this glorious occasion with us, pop open a bottle of Cape Route Pinotage. And...We clink!

Suzi made a mistake, but that doesn't make her a bad person. Now she's pregnant and lives in an isolated cottage with her controlling husband Nick. Conveniently, a widow named Nora moves next door. Suzi's so comfortable with Nora and almost reveals her biggest secret of all. Yet, why did Nora move to her isolated cottage? What kind of secrets does Nora have that she's not sharing? Everyone has secrets, everyone makes mistakes, but who will reveal their truth before it's too late?  Join the Rosé Girls this week as we discuss The Other Wife by Claire McGowan. 

You can drink along with us as we enjoy Bota Boxes Pinot Grigio, AKA the bag of wine that went on a journey. 

And...We Clink!

Dogs are one of the perfect animals to have. They are cute, a great friend, and subservient. What if you could take those qualities that many love from dogs and apply it to 16 year old girls? The girls could be bred in a kennel, and taught to be the perfect companion for others. Then, when they're of age, elite families could buy them to be their family pet. What an interesting concept, yet for Ella this is her reality. She is a genetically modified perfect 16 year old. She has grace, manners, two talents, and the Congressman wanted her?! What a dream!! She now has a family, and she can be the perfect pet. Well... that's until Ella meets the Congressman's son, Penn. Maybe being subservient isn't her life's only option...

This week the Rosé Girls discuss Perfected (book 1) by Kate Jarvik Birch. Accompany Perfected with a glass of Sister Snake Sauvignon Blanc, and you have your perfect summer read! 

And...we clink!🥂🖤

Could Roselle St. Sismode's life be turned upside down any more than it already has?
She's been kidnapped by the one and only Agent Crow, and he's slowly taking over the world one mind at a time. On top of that, poor Roselle has been ripped away from her blooming romance with Reyken, she now has this device in her head, and she may or may not be a descendant from the Goddess Roselle. Goodness her life has taken a crazy turn. Can Roselle over come it all in time to save herself and the world?

Stay tuned this week as the Rosé Girls discuss the final book in the Secondborn trilogy, Rebel Born by Amy A. Bartol. This book is a fantasy, adventure, and beautiful Sci-fi mix! You can drink along with us we enjoy a bottle of Texan Tornado white blend wine from the Silver Dollar Winery. 

And... We clink! 🥂🖤

Usually parents are careful with their firstborns, and then they become more relaxed with their secondborns. They just find a routine the second time around. Then both children are raised to love each other and can do whatever they'd like with their lives.

Unfortunately, this is not the case in the Secondborn's dystopian society. Firstborns are absolutely cherished and treated as if they are fragile. They are privileged and inherit the entire families fortune/titles. However, if you are a secondborn, you are a ghost that gets sent into the military as soon as you are of age. Even though Roselle St. Sismode is the secondborn to the Sword (one of the most powerful families around) she will still suffer the same fate as all other secondborns. Yet, can she be the one to finally start a revolution and make change? Could she be the beacon of hope for all other secondborns?

This week the Rosé Girls discuss book 1 in the Secondborn series by Amy A. Bartol. 

You can drink along with us as we enjoy a bottle of Snoop Dogg's 19 Crimes Rosé. And...we clink 🥂🖤

Step 1: Wake up
Step 2: Get ready for my flight attendant shift.
Step 3: Watch my flight guests as if I'm a lioness stalking her prey.
Step 4: KILL!!!!
Step 5: Sleep

This was a typical day for Charlotte Jones. Yet, step 4 was constantly on her mind. Well... Until roles were reversed and her entire life turned upside down.

So stay tuned this week as the Rosé Girls discuss Kill, Sleep, Repeat by Britney King. You can also drink along with us as we enjoy a delicious bottle of Loves Me Not red blend wine. 

And...we clink! 🥂🖤

Nic was a small town girl who wanted more in life. When her high school best friend Corinne goes missing, Nic seized her opportunity. She left Cooley Ridge and started a new life in Philadelphia. 10 years goes by and Nic receives a worrisome letter from her father. Without a choice, Nic has to return home and tie up loose ends. As Nic dives back into her old life, Corinne is 'there' at every corner. When another girl goes missing, Nic, her friends, and her family are once again in the spot light. Will the truth be revealed? Will Nic finally be able to put Corinne to rest? Join the Rosé Girls this week as we discuss All The Missing Girls by Megan Miranda. This unique book told backwards will keep you guessing! You can also drink along with us as we enjoy a bottle of Cowtown's White Blend wine! 

And...we clink🥂🖤

🎶"Cinderelly, Cinderelly Night and day, it's Cinderelly..."🎶

Yet, Cinderella is Dead and she has been for the last 200 years. Her fairy tale lives on and is the foundation of the kingdom. Little girls read her story as if it's a Bible. They live their lives to be like Cinderella, in order to find their prince charming at the ball. Sophia however does NOT want to live to be like Cinderella. She doesn't want to go to a stupid ball that is costing her poor family an arm and leg to get her ready for...and above all she doesn't want to be tied down to a man. That would be a fate worse than death. Will Sophia be able to settle with the life that has been chosen for her, or will she be able to do something so much more?
Join the Rosé Girls this week as we discuss Cinderella is Dead by Kalynn Bayron. This phenomenal dystopian fairy tale will keep you wanting more! It is an absolute beautiful version of the Cinderella story we all know and love. You can drink along with us as we enjoy a bottle of Storyteller's Sauvignon Blanc. And....we clink 🥂🖤

🎶"It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas..."🎶

Even though it NEVER snows in Texas, the Rosé Girls are in the Christmas spirit! Join us this week with a special guest as we exchange gifts and read a Christmas classic. To celebrate this phenomenal time of year, we are drinking delicious peppermint martinis! All you need is créme de cacao, vanilla vodka, peppermint schnapps, white chocolate liqueur, and a bit of half and half. So get ready to spread the Christmas cheer, and drink up! 

And...we clink 🥂🖤

Could you go an entire day without talking? What about an entire year? Well Alicia Berenson has gonna 6 years without speaking a single word. She only allegedly killed her husband, I mean is there any real way to know if she doesn't confess? That's where Theo Faber steps in as a criminal psychotherapist. He wants to help Alicia, and find out the mysterious truth behind her uncanny silence.
Join the Rosé Girls this week as we read The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides. 

You can also drink along with us as we drink Déclassé's white wine. It is absolutely delicious! And...we 🥂🖤

Listen up everyone!! I've got something very important to tell you. 

It's MEGHAN'S birthday today and this bonus episode is all about her!! We have a very special returning guest with us as well.... Her hubby, Jorge! Please join us in celebrating my ride or die, soul sister's special day!! We have all kinds of surprises for her in this episode. She had no part in any of the planning so her reactions are 100% legit. We hope you love this episode as much as we love her. Grab your favorite beverage and drink with us as well.🖤

And... we clink! 🥂🖤

This week the Rosé Girls are doing another book/movie comparison! 🥳 It's been awhile and we're so excited to share our thoughts and opinions on the movie Eat, Brains, Love. If you haven't already, make sure you check out  episode 34 where we discuss the book Eat, Brains, Love by Jeff Hart. You can also drink along with us, and enjoy a refreshing mango White Claw. 

And...we clink 🥂🖤

What was it like when you were a teenager? Were you outgoing, sporty, shy etc..?
Well this week we've jumped into a time machine to relive our teenage years. The one and only Laura Lee interviews us. 🤣

Times sure have changed, but it was fun reminiscing!
Join the Rosé Girls and get back into the teenage spirit. Drink along with us as your girls drink a yummy white claw, and our adorable interviewer enjoys some apple juice. 

And...we clink 🥂🖤

Before getting into the nitty gritty of this episode's description, we have to give a HUGE shout out to our #1 fan's birthday!! So HAPPY HAPPY BIRTHDAY, SHERI! Thanks for being such a bad ass bitch and for being our special guest on today's episode! 

Now down to business 😉...

Ever had a crime hit so close to home that it just sticks with you your whole life? Our main character this week, Pippa, experienced this when she was just 12 years old. A girl from her neighborhood, Andie, goes missing and her boyfriend, Sal, is found dead in the woods a few days later of an apparent suicide. He also supposedly sent his dad a "confession" text claiming to be responsible for Andie's death. So during her senior year in high school, Pippa decides to use her class project to dig into the investigation and try to prove that her friend, Sal, is actually innocent and not the monstrous murderer he's been made out to be. She will enlist the help of some unlikely characters, take a few risky measures, and quite possibly find love in the process. Can she clear Sal's name? Will everyone come out of this unscathed? Drink a glass of Prismus pinot grigio with us or your favorite drink and get ready for a fun time! And....we clink! 🥂🖤

Darren Matthews is the nephew of, William Matthews, the state's first black Texas Ranger. Inspired by his uncle, Darren followed in his footsteps with the ambition to take on race-based cases. Darren could have had an easier life, but the challenge to stick up for those who can't stick up for themselves was compelling. That's what lands Darren in Lark, Texas population 178. Two twin murders were heinously committed, and the sheriff's department chalked them up to drownings. Yet, why would a black man traveling to town wind up dead and then a local white girl a few days later? What is up with this small town, and what secrets does it have to reveal? Stay tuned this week as the Rosé Girls discuss Bluebird, Bluebird by Attica Locke (book one of the Highway 59 series). This wonderful book will keep you on your feet and make you really question racism in East Texas.

Black lives matter. Going forward, we, the Read Around The Rosé podcast, will make sure our book collection is more diverse. We 100% support the Black Lives Matter organized movement.

Pour yourself a glass of your favorite... And we clink 🥂🖤

Louise kissed David, but David is married to Adele...So of course it makes sense for Louise to become best friends with Adele...right? It makes even more sense for Louise to still be messing around with David?
Will Louise come clean to Adele and David? Or will she keep on living her new exciting and purposeful life?
This week the Rosé Girls discuss Behind Her Eyes by Sarah Pinborough, as we drink a bottle of Akoya wine. The moment you think you know what's happening in this book, there's another crazy twist! Pour yourself a glass of your favorite wine...and...we clink 🥂🖤

A guy you almost slept with years ago was just recently murdered. Now you are the lead detective covering his case. Ethically should you be doing this? No...but you can't seem to stop yourself. You're even able to look his poor wife in the face, still knowing you almost slept with her now dead husband. As your investigation continues, things just don't add up, and who the heck is Sophia? Why can't you find her? Is she the key to everything? This week join the Rosé Girls as we discuss Anything For You by Saul Black. Would you do anything for those you love? Pour yourself a glass of your favorite and...we clink 🥂

Anna hasn't left her home in nearly a year due to her agoraphobia: "Fear of places and situations that might cause panic, helplessness, or embarrassment." 

Anna's laptop and camera were her only means for her to socialize with the outside world. Yet, Anna wasn't supposed to see the murder across the street. She wasn't supposed to get in too deep herself. Can she handle it? Will she learn how to overcome her fear? Who does she keep talking to on the phone? This week the Rosé Girls discuss The Woman in the Window by A.J. Finn. This murder mystery will keep you on your toes and make you question if you drink too much wine? ...Impossible!

Pour yourself a glass of your favorite and....We clink 🥂🖤

Chyna is a survivor...and there is no way in hell that Edgler Forman Vess is getting away scot-free. Justice needed to be served. 

Join the Rosé Girls this week as we discuss Intensity by: Dean Koontz. This book is filled with intense moments, and it will keep you on your feet! Pour yourself a huge glass of wine...and...we clink! 🥂🖤

All of a sudden, you wake up in a hospital bed with no memory. Next, there's a murder and you can't seem to find your pink kitchen gloves. You're placed at the scene of the crime, but your memory of that entire night is still gone. Then you notice items in your house being out of place, when you KNOW that's not where you put it... Or so you think? 

This week the Rosé Girls discuss A Stranger in the House by: Shari Lapena. You can drink along with us as we open a bottle of Gemma de Luna. Or just pour yourself a glass of your favorite pinot grigio wine! And.....we click 🥂🍷

#readaroundtherose #bookclubpodcast #murdermystery #astrangerinthehouse #sharilapena  #gemmedelunapinotgrigio

Liz and Greg were such a happy couple. They went on fun dates, and were super enthusiastic to be matched together. All except Greg was gay and Liz knows that the Government is spreading lies. Will Liz come to her senses and help the John Doe Society start a Revolution? Will Greg be able to find his true love? This week get lost in Is This Your Day to Join the Revolution By: Genevieve Valentine. This dystopian short story keeps you really thinking. Pour yourself a glass of your favorite and... We clink 🥂🖤