A Novel Adaptation

Enjoy this magical realism story and cult classic film that we can't shut up about. They made some questionable changes from page to screen but honestly we like them both for very different reasons. We talk about which of the sisters we saw ourselves as in high school and reveal which of the Owens women we want to be now. Dig into these details with us.   Episode Drink:  Midnight Margaritas 1/2 cup Freshly Squeezed Lime Juice (5 limes) 2 tbsp Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice (1 lemon) 1 cup Triple Sec 1 cup White Tequila 2 cups Ice (8-10 cubes) 2 wedges lime Kosher Salt for rim Add lime juice, lemon juice, triple sec, tequila, and ice to a blender and process until fully slushed. Use a lime wedge to moisten the rim of two glasses, and dunk each rim into a plate of kosher salt. Pour your margs in, and commence with a circular dance around the nearest table.   Recipe From: TwoCrumbsUp.com Our Drinking Game for this Story  Take a drink every time  Sally is literally a Sober Sally  You envy the Aunts and actually decide to live more like them You wish you'd been as bold as Gillian in high school You love the soundtrack  And take two sips when you remember that song and need to forget it again Everytime Kylie is a little bitch Anytime any of the sisters share a tender moment (Sally/Gillian, Antonia/Kylie) Whenever you fantasize about living in their house COVID Comforts Jordan : Beaver Island, MI Emily : Stray (video game)   A Novel Adaptation was created by Emily Eppley and Jordan Redwine. See more details at www.anoveladaptation.com and see what's coming up next to read along with us. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Goodreads to join the conversation. Our artwork is by Kit Bernal. Our music is “Harlequin” by Kevin MacLeod, licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0.

This story offers so much scope for the imagination! We truly feel we are kindred spirits with Anne (spelled with an E, obviously). And the wrap up of the show left us in the depths of despair. We'll just have to console ourselves with the absolute multitude of books in this series. Jordan shares her anger at why this ended and Emily reveals why she hates being compared to this main character sometimes.   Episode Drink: Raspberry Cordial   Ingredients: one four liter pail of freshly picked cleaned raspberries 4 cups boiling water 1/2 cup of freshly squeezed lemon juice 2 cups granulated sugar 1/2 cup of honey   Instructions: In a large non-metallic bowl, crush the raspberries with a potato masher or similar utensil. Pour 4 cups of boiling water over the crushed berries; stir in the lemon juice. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and set aside in a cool, dark place for 24 hours. The next day, pour the crushed berries through a cheesecloth to sieve out the particles. This will take a while as you have to let the liquid slowly seep through the cloth. Place the liquid in a pot and bring to a boil on the stove. Add the honey and stir in.Add in the sugar to taste, but do not add more honey. Honey can override the raspberry taste in this recipe, but adding half a cup will give it a gorgeous depth of taste that plain sugar doesn't. Boil the liquid for another three minutes. Put in Jars. Tuck in a cool place. Will be good all winter   Recipe From: TheKitchenMagpie.com   Our Drinking Game for this Story  Take a drink every time Anne is overly excited  Take a drink every time you want to hug Matthew  Take a drink every time Anne says “scope for the imagination” Take a drink every time Ms. Rachel Lynde gossips Take a drink every time Anne thinks about how much she hates Gilbert Blythe Take a drink every time Anne references a book Take a drink every time Anne screws up something Take a drink every time the show updates something to be more inclusive Spray some cheese spray in your mouth whenever you start to sob at the show Finish your drink to balance out the wholesomeness of the show. Like we love it so much and it's just so beautiful. COVID Comforts: Jordan: Descendants of the Sun (Hulu) Em: Locke and Key (Netflix)   A Novel Adaptation was created by Emily Eppley and Jordan Redwine. See more details at www.anoveladaptation.com and see what's coming up next to read along with us. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Goodreads to join the conversation. Our artwork is by Kit Bernal. Our music is “Harlequin” by Kevin MacLeod, licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0.  

Follow us into the misty moors as we discuss whether or not this really is a love story, how much we're enjoying the gothic drama, and if Bertha really was crazy. We also talk about what the teenage versions of ourselves might have thought of this book and how much we need to read more from all the Bronte sisters. Episode Drink: From Tequila Mockingbird by Tim Federle    Gin Eyre   8 sprigs of fresh mint, washed 2 oz English gin 1 oz lemon juice 1 ½ tsp granulated sugar 2 dashes orange bitters   Tear the mint leaves and put into a shaker. Put other ingredients in shaker with ice. Shake well and strain into a cocktail glass.   “Now nurse that drink like a good nanny” Take a drink: Whenever someone says something mean to Jane Whenever Mr. Rochester is an asshole Whenever you eyeroll at the outdated expectations Whenever the a ghost haunts a house or a room Take two drinks whenever someone proposes marriage to Jane Roll your eyes when men just keep vocalizing their stupid expectations of Jane when it's none of their fucking business Take a  drink when you really give a second, third, and fourth thought to how crazy was Bertha and was she really crazy? Finish your drink when you realize maybe this wasn't a love story after all.  COVID Comforts Emily - Crying in H Mart by Michelle Zauner Jordan - Frenchman's Creek by Daphne Du Maurier   A Novel Adaptation was created by Emily Eppley and Jordan Redwine. See more details at www.anoveladaptation.com and see what's coming up next to read along with us. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Goodreads to join the conversation. Our artwork is by Kit Bernal. Our music is “Harlequin” by Kevin MacLeod, licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0.

Let's go on a journey into the grishaverse. There is so much to love about these books and did the show take it too far by adding in characters from other serieses by the same author. We have lots of feelings about this book and oodles to share.   Episode Drink: The Sun Summoner Cocktail 2 tbsp gold sprinkles 2 oz vodka 2 tbsp lemon juice fresh 1/2 oz honey simple syrup dash Brew Glitter Gold ice Honey Simple Syrup 1/2 cup honey 2 tbsp water   Instructions Honey Simple Syrup Combine the honey and water in a small saucepan. Simmer over low heat until the mixture is smooth and has the thinner consistency of syrup. Cocktail Using the lemon peel, swipe the entire rim of the cocktail glass. Pour the sugar into a bowl and dip the rim until covered as desired. Set aside. In the cocktail shaker, combine the vodka, juice, syrup, glitter and ice. Strain into the prepared glass and Enjoy!!   Recipe From:TheNerdyGourmet.com   Our Drinking Game for this Story  Take a drink: Every time Mal flirts with another girl Whenever anyone says “No Mourners, No Fuernals” Every time the name of the place flashes on screen  Whenever you want to hug a goat Everytime Jesper makes great a shot Everytime Inej does cool knife things and makes you want to do cool knife things.    COVID Comforts Jordan: Theater Safety and Firearms Workshop in Ann Arbor as a Passion Project Emily: The Bone Shard Daughter by Andrea Stewart   A Novel Adaptation was created by Emily Eppley and Jordan Redwine. See more details at www.anoveladaptation.com and see what's coming up next to read along with us. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Goodreads to join the conversation. Our artwork is by Kit Bernal. Our music is “Harlequin” by Kevin MacLeod, licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0.  

In this episode, we intellectually discuss the character development and the benefits of having the author on standby when making a series. It's all very high brow. Just kidding! We talk about how hot this show is, the female gaze for sex scenes and how this might have been a sexual awakening for one of us.   Episode Drink: The Outlander Fairy Pool Cocktail   Ingredients 2 oz. Tequila 1 oz. Blue Curacao 1 oz. Triple Sec Juice of 1/2 lime use other half for garnish 4 oz. Lemon Lime Soda Salt or Sugar Ice   Instructions  Add tequila, blue curacao, triple sec, and lime juice to a drink shaker and shake lightly. Pour over a glass of ice rimmed with sugar or salt (you pick!) - This is where you have to be on good terms with the faire folk to get the one you want Top off with lemon lime soda and a lemon wedge.   Recipe From: SugarandSoul.co Our Drinking Game for this Story  Take a drink: Whenever a rape is about to happen Take a shot when a rape does a happen Whenever you get wet for Jamie or Claire Take a drink every time Jamie calls Claire Sassanach Take two drinks if and when Jamie ever calls her Claire Whenever Claire heals someone Take a drink anytime you ask yourself “Could I survive in this time period?” Finish your drink when you come to the inevitable conclusion that you won't Covid Comfort Jordan:WeCrashed the TV Show Emily: Wordle, Nerdle, Heardle, Worldle, Framed   A Novel Adaptation was created by Emily Eppley and Jordan Redwine. See more details at www.anoveladaptation.com and see what's coming up next to read along with us. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Goodreads to join the conversation. Our artwork is by Kit Bernal. Our music is “Harlequin” by Kevin MacLeod, licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0.

In this discussion we end up pondering the questions - Is it possible to use the same storyline from book to movie but miss the point completely? AND did the makers of this movie even read the book? Join us as we discuss a surprise favorite book and lament the tragedy that is its adaptation.    Episode Drink: The Demosthenes 2 parts - X-rated  fusion liqueur 1 part - Cherry vodka 1/2 part - Grenadine   Instructions Combine all ingredients into a shaker with ice. Shake. Drain into a cocktail glass   Recipe From: TheDrunkenMoogle.com    Our Drinking Game for this Story  Take a drink: Whenever somebody insults Ender Whenever Ender has a battle In the book, take a sip every time you realize that this book was written in the 80s and you marvel at how Card guessed we would use the internets for social media Take a drink whenever you think Ender may have killed someone Knock it back when that kill is confirmed.    Take a shot whenever a relationship with Ender is undercut in the movie   COVID Comforts  Jordan : The Girl From Plainville Emily : Pokemon GO   A Novel Adaptation was created by Emily Eppley and Jordan Redwine. See more details at www.anoveladaptation.com and see what's coming up next to read along with us. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Goodreads to join the conversation. Our artwork is by Kit Bernal. Our music is “Harlequin” by Kevin MacLeod, licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0.

Whodunnit? Who gave this movie a mediocre score? Was it Jordan? She's known to be a lover of mystery novels and could she not bear to see her beloved tarnished on the big screen? Or was it Emily? Bored by the thought of puzzling out a riddle and craving a different kind of storytelling? The answer, much like the book's ending, may surprise you.   Episode Drink: Death From Above   1 oz Lemon Hart 151 rum ¾ oz Scarlet Ibis rum ¾ oz Cruzan Black Strap rum 1 tsp Lustau East India Solera Sherry 1 tsp cane sugar syrup 1 dash angostura bitters 2 dashes orange bitters   Stir all ingredients over ice, strain into a double rocks glass over 1 large ice cube. Garnish with a lemon and orange twist.   Recipe From: From Death & Co. Book   Our Drinking Game for this Story  Take a drink every time: Poirot repeats Casetti's story Every time Poirot asks a lady what color her robe is Whenever Poirot references the handkerchief Every time Poirot offers someone a cigarette Down your drink when you make a guess and then find out you're wrong.  Then down your drink again when technically your guess was correct.   COVID Comforts  Jordan: The Dropout on Hulu Emily: A Quiet Place   A Novel Adaptation was created by Emily Eppley and Jordan Redwine. See more details at www.anoveladaptation.com and see what's coming up next to read along with us. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Goodreads to join the conversation. Our artwork is by Kit Bernal. Our music is “Harlequin” by Kevin MacLeod, licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0.

Can anyone do magical realism correctly? We're asking the tough questions for this movie and we have glowing reviews for our author. No one can possibly top our patron Voldemort. Thanks again for choosing this dumpster fire!   Episode Drink: Spicy Jalapeno Margarita 1.5 oz Patrón Silver infused with jalapeño* .5 oz Flavor puree (blood orange, mango or fresh beet) 3 oz Lime juice + Salt rim + Lime wedge and sliced jalapeño for garnish   METHOD Combine all ingredients over ice in a shaker. Shake and strain into a salt rimmed double old fashioned glass. *Patrón Silver infused with jalapeño:   Add 2 whole jalapeños cut down the middle and deseeded into 1 bottle of Patrón Silver. Let rest for 12 hours.   Recipe From: PatronTequila.com Our Drinking Game for this Story  Take a drink every time:  Estaban is awful and you hate him all over again Blanca deserved better Clara has a premonition Every time you have to google something about this era   Down your drink when you realize that you just saw 2 naked kids on the screen. Like…what?  Covid Comforts Jordan : Cyrano Emily : Dungeons & Daddies A Novel Adaptation was created by Emily Eppley and Jordan Redwine. See more details at www.anoveladaptation.com and see what's coming up next to read along with us. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Goodreads to join the conversation. Our artwork is by Kit Bernal. Our music is “Harlequin” by Kevin MacLeod, licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0.

Let's talk about motherhood. Ya know just a light conversation that doesn't make anyone uncomfortable. And while we're at it let's sprinkle in some details about racism, classism, and the problems with performative woke-ness. It's all very casual.    Episode Drink: Your Favorite Wine  But only 4 oz of it   Our Drinking Game for this Story  Take a drink anytime: Elena is “oopsie” racist Whenever is Mia is being elusive Every time Lexie/Moody/Trip is an utter shit Whenever Izzy makes a real point Whenever Elena sets a double standard for Izzie   COVID Comforts: Jordan: Veronica Mars Em: Rein on Netflix   A Novel Adaptation was created by Emily Eppley and Jordan Redwine. See more details at www.anoveladaptation.com and see what's coming up next to read along with us. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Goodreads to join the conversation. Our artwork is by Kit Bernal. Our music is “Harlequin” by Kevin MacLeod, licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0.

A theatrical adaptation of the novel was presented at Seattle's Book-It Repertory Theatre in 2007.[13][14] The novel has also been adapted for the theater in a version written by Caridad Svich, which was commissioned by Repertorio Espanol in New York City. That adaptation premiered in 2009 and received the HOLA Award for Outstanding Achievement in Playwriting from the Hispanic Organization of Latin Actors. Unlike the film and the previous adaptation, this version was written and performed in Spanish and has been staged in Latin American countries such as Chile and Costa Rica.[15] Svich also wrote an English language version of the play which won the 2011 American Theatre Critics Association Primus Prize for its production at Denver Center Theatre Company in 2010.[16] On May 23, 2018, it was announced that Hulu was developing a television series adaptation of the novel with production company FilmNation Entertainment. Allende is expected to serve as an executive producer on the project.[17] On October 19, 2021, it was announced that Eva Longoria would star in the project.[18]

Join us as we discuss some heavy topics in a pretty light hearted way with this adaptation. We love to see all the sisterhood these women experience and that's why we were glad to have on Melissa from the Mimosa Sisterhood Podcast as our guest! Let's talk about mental illnesses, the bonds we make with each other, and whether or not it's worth staying true to the source material.   Check out Melissa on Mimosa Sisterhood at https://www.mimosasisterhood.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/mimosahood  Email: hello@mimosasisterhood.com  Episode Drink: The Pink Elephant From Death & Co Cocktail book   Ingredients: 2 oz Dry Gin 1 tsp Maraschino Liqueur 1 tsp Massenez creme de mure blackberry liqueur ¾ oz grapefruit juice ½ oz lime juice 1 tsp simple syrup   Shake all ingredients with ice, then strain into a coup. No garnish Our Drinking Game for this Story  Take a drink when: Susanna writes in her journal Anyone lights a cigarette Whenever you side-eye a “therapy” or a “diagnosis” that seems questionable 2021 lense.  Anytime someone is painting their nails Any time you question whether or not Suzanna is a reliable narrator or not   Take two drinks whenever: Polly is called Torch   COVID Comforts Jordan : Cruel Summer on Hulu Melissa : Turning your photos into paint by numbers Em : Journey video game on PC   A Novel Adaptation was created by Emily Eppley and Jordan Redwine. See more details at www.anoveladaptation.com and see what's coming up next to read along with us. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Goodreads to join the conversation. Our artwork is by Kit Bernal. Our music is “Harlequin” by Kevin MacLeod, licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0.

We revisit one of our favorite authors and Jordan helps Emily unpack some of her questions. We have thoughts about a Daphne Du Maurier and Shirley Jackson crossover and really just appreciate some gothic mavens. This is our last episode of the season so watch the socials to see when we will return!   Episode Drink: The Liquified Ghost 2 ounces vodka 1 ounce vanilla simple syrup 1 ounce cream 2 ounces soda   Instructions Mix vanilla simple syrup, cream, vodka together in a cocktail shaker. Serve in a chilled martini glass and float soda on top..   Recipe From: KeyIngredient.com   Our Drinking Game for this Story  Take a drink: TV: When we are introduced to a new ghost There's a jump scare There's a flashback Any of the siblings argue Book: Anytime you want to smack Mrs. Montague When a supernatural event happens TV: Take two drinks  anytime someone's in the red room Whenever there is a hallucination Knock back your drink when you caught a ghost in the background all by yourself! Indie Bookstore Recommends: Em - Kinokuniya  - Seattle, WA Jordan - Bettie's Pages- Lowell, MI   A Novel Adaptation was created by Emily Eppley and Jordan Redwine. See more details at www.anoveladaptation.com and see what's coming up next to read along with us. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Goodreads to join the conversation. Our artwork is by Kit Bernal. Our music is “Harlequin” by Kevin MacLeod, licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0.  

We have some spicy takes on this adaptation. We love the topic, we're not sure about the book and we don't even have enough words to describe this movie. Get into it with us as Jordan shares some deeply held theater loves, Emily goes on a rant about how there doesn't always need to be a defining reason for things, and we recognize our own failings halfway through. Episode Drink: The Fair Lady 1 oz sage-infused doblin blanc vermouth ¾ oz krogstad aquavit ¾ oz grapefruit juice 1 tsp cane sugar syrup Dry champagne Instructions: Shake all the ingredients (except the champagne) with ice, then strain into a flute. Top with champagne. Recipe From: Death & Co.'s The Cocktail Book Our Drinking Game for this Story Take a drink: When you see nudity (male or female) Whenever Lili gets a bloody nose Whenever Gerda is selfish Whenever Lili is selfish Whenever you cry. When you start to realize that the movie is on the cusp of not aging well. Take two drinks whenever you feel like you're supposed to cry… but you just can't muster it. Raise a glass to spotting Emerald Fennell in this movie and you squeal because in the past couple of years, you've jumped on the Emerald Fennell train and want to be her friend? No? Just Jordan? Okay. Indie Bookstore Recommendations Jordan: Commonwealth Books - Boston, MA Em: William James Bookseller - Port Townsend, WA A Novel Adaptation was created by Emily Eppley and Jordan Redwine. See more details at www.anoveladaptation.com and see what's coming up next to read along with us. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Goodreads to join the conversation. Our artwork is by Kit Bernal. Our music is “Harlequin” by Kevin MacLeod, licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0.

Good heavens! We have so much to say about this classic piece of literature. We mostly talk about our favorite parts and forget to dissect the adaptation but, Mr. Bennet, please we can't help ourselves. Em is flabbergasted that Jordan hasn't seen the BBC version and Jordan admits why she has a hard time with this version of Mr. Darcy.    Episode Drink: Rye and Prejudice 3 oz grapefruit juice 1 ½ oz rye whiskey   Pour the ingredients over ice in a rocks glass, stirring like a complicated heart. We hold no prejudice against marrying up ladies, but you don't need a castle (or a king) to be a queen.    Recipe From: Tequila Mockingbird by Tim Federle   YouTube Mentions: Lizzie and Darcy Fight Scene Breakdown by Jill Barup The Lizzie Bennet Diaries   Our Drinking Game for this Story  Take a drink: Every time Mr. Darcy is a dick Every time Mr. Wickham tells a lie Every time Mr. Collins is a dick Every time Lydia makes you roll your eyes Every time Mrs Bennet wheedles Mr Bennet to do something to help the girls marry rich Take 2 drinks: Whenever a marriage proposal occurs   Indie Bookstore Recommendations: Em: Quest Bookshop - Seattle, WA Jordan : Boulder Bookstore - Boulder, CO   A Novel Adaptation was created by Emily Eppley and Jordan Redwine. See more details at www.anoveladaptation.com and see what's coming up next to read along with us. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Goodreads to join the conversation. Our artwork is by Kit Bernal. Our music is “Harlequin” by Kevin MacLeod, licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0.

Conversations about religion are tough sometimes. Deborah Feldman handles it with grace and frank honesty that is so compelling in her memoir. We adore the book and do our best to compare it with the miniseries despite the many changes. Join us as we dive into what we did and didn't like about the show.   Episode Drink: Wine   Our Drinking Game for this Story  Take a Drink: Every time someone says Good Shabbas Every time Esty and Robert make eyes Every time Moishe is gambling  And lastly, whenever you get goosebumps or are overcome with emotion as Esty discovers a new part of herself, raise your glass.   Fantastic Reads: Jordan: The Brattle Book Shop - Boston, MA Em: Crazy Wisdom - Ann Arbor, MI A Novel Adaptation was created by Emily Eppley and Jordan Redwine. See more details at www.anoveladaptation.com and see what's coming up next to read along with us. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Goodreads to join the conversation. Our artwork is by Kit Bernal. Our music is “Harlequin” by Kevin MacLeod, licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0.

Do you like love stories? Do you like great character development? Do you swoon over the Irish and Italian countryside? Then do we have a show for you! Episode Drink: The Bittersweet Truth Ingredients 1 oz white rum ¼ oz cherry liqueur Top with cava 2 dashes black walnut bitters Barspoon Fernet Branca bitters   Instructions Combine the rum, cherry liqueur, Fernet Branca bitters, and black walnut bitters in  a mixing glass with ice and stir chilled. Strain into a champagne flute and top off with cava. Garnish with a long lemon twist and serve. Recipe From: Make Me A Cocktail Our Drinking Game for this Story: Take a drink when Marianne's brother is a dick Take a drink when people at school are a dick to Marianne Take a drink when Jamie is a dick to Marianne Take a drink when Connell says something that fights against the toxic masculinity he used to expect out of himself Take a drink whenever Connel/Marianne don't communicate and it leads to a breakup. Fan yourself and take a drink when a sex scene gets you hot Indie Bookstore Recommendations: Em:Powell's Books - Portland, OR Jordan: Off The Beaten Path Bookstore - Steamboat Springs, CO A Novel Adaptation was created by Emily Eppley and Jordan Redwine. See more details at www.anoveladaptation.com and see what's coming up next to read along with us. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Goodreads to join the conversation. Our artwork is by Kit Bernal. Our music is “Harlequin” by Kevin MacLeod, licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0.

We need a drinking game for this episode of the podcast and not just the story! Count how many times we say pedantic, pretentious, and circle-jerk. (Hint: it's a bunch) We love the cast of this movie and have strong opinions about the execution. One of us just breaks and can't even bring her feelings to words. We're sorry in advance.   Episode Drink: The Schrodinger's Cat Recipe   Ingredients For the honey syrup 1/2 cup Clover honey 1/4 cup boiling water   For the cocktail: 3 slices peach Ice 3/4 ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice 1 dash Angostura bitters 1/2 ounce honey syrup 1/2 ounce mezcal 1/2 ounce Lillet blanc 1 1/2 ounces bourbon Garnish: peach slice Instructions 1. To make the honey syrup, stir hot water into honey until dissolved. Let cool. (Excess syrup can be stored, covered, in the refrigerator for several weeks.) 2. Muddle peach slices in a cocktail shaker. Fill cocktail shaker with ice. Add Angostura, honey syrup, lemon, mezcal, Lillet, and bourbon. Shake vigorously. 3. Double-strain in to a cocktail glass. Garnish with peach slice.   Recipe From: SeriousEats.com   Our Drinking Game for this Story:  Take a drink every time you see an outfit change. Take a drink when the age changes. Take a drink whenever you begin to feel uneasy. Take a drink any time Jake says something pretentious.  Take shot when you notice the actor change? Because why the fuck not, there are no rules to this story ande to this game. When the young woman and Jake are in the car going to get ice cream, take some shrooms because that is the only way you're going to enjoy the ending...maybe even make sense of it.    Indie Bookstore Recommendations: Jordan: John K. King Bookstore - Detroit, MI Em: The Book Larder - Seattle, WA   A Novel Adaptation was created by Emily Eppley and Jordan Redwine. See more details at www.anoveladaptation.com and see what's coming up next to read along with us. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Goodreads to join the conversation. Our artwork is by Kit Bernal. Our music is “Harlequin” by Kevin MacLeod, licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0.  

Young people falling in love, but make it tragic. There are definitely some differences from book to movie on this one … but that's not necessarily what we grip about in this episode. We discuss tropes, how to properly get every single early 2000's alt-rock song in a soundtrack, and why this gives young folk bad expectations about love. Also, we found out what it takes to be a Certified Dumpster Fire!   Episode Drink: Iced Tea and if you're from the south, specifically Sweet Tea   Our Drinking Game for this Story  Take a drink every time: You see a late 90s/early 2000s movie trope (weird scene cuts, pan to people sitting around, clothing styles, high school kids doing things that high school kids didn't really do …) Every time Mandy Moore sings Every time Jamie mentions having faith Every time Landon's toxic masculinity is showing … which is like almost every scene, sorry Take swift swig back when you cringe   Indie Bookstore Recommendations The Last Bookstore - Los Angeles, CA L.E.M.S. - Seattle, WA   A Novel Adaptation was created by Emily Eppley and Jordan Redwine. See more details at www.anoveladaptation.com and see what's coming up next to read along with us. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Goodreads to join the conversation. Our artwork is by Kit Bernal. Our music is “Harlequin” by Kevin MacLeod, licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0.  

Love makes you do crazy things - like hop in a car and go on a road trip with someone you barely know. But then again, it can also help you realize who you truly are so it balances out. Join us as we dig into who really is a more interesting narrator in this story and gush over how pretty all the vintage clothing is. We also have a laugh at some dude's expense. It's fun.   Episode Drink: The Classic Martini   Ingredients Cracked ice 2 1/2 ounces London dry gin, such as Beefeater 1/2 ounce dry vermouth, preferably Noilly Prat Green olive for garnish   Instructions In a mixing glass or cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine gin and vermouth. Stir well, about 30 seconds, then strain into martini glass. Garnish with olive and serve.   Recipe From: Epicurious.org   Our Drinking Game for this Story  Take a drink: Anytime Carol drinks Anytime Richard just won't take a hint Whenever Carol and Therese hit a new city Take two drinks when Carol and Therese start getting steamy because you're gonna get thirsty   Indie Bookstore Suggestion Horizon Books - Traverse City, MI  The Dawn Treader Bookstore - Ann Arbor, MI   A Novel Adaptation was created by Emily Eppley and Jordan Redwine. See more details at www.anoveladaptation.com and see what's coming up next to read along with us. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Goodreads to join the conversation. Our artwork is by Kit Bernal. Our music is “Harlequin” by Kevin MacLeod, licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0.

Come be a princess with us! Yes, you! All little girls are princesses (age is irrelevant here). We profess our love of magical realism and commend this movie for its beautiful visual storytelling. We also find a few holes in the movie plot that make it tough to fully believe this story - even though we totally believe in the magic. Come relive Jordan's childhood with us!   Episode Drink: A Mango Lassi   Ingredients 1 cup chopped very ripe mango (see how to peel and chop mango), frozen chopped mango, or a cup of canned mango pulp 1 cup plain yogurt 1/2 cup milk 4 teaspoons honey or sugar, more or less to taste A dash of ground cardamom (optional) Ice (optional)   Instructions Put mango, yogurt, milk, sugar and cardamom into a blender and blend for 2 minutes. If you want a more milkshake consistency and it's a hot day, either blend in some ice as well or serve over ice cubes. Pour contents into a glass and sprinkle with a tiny pinch of ground cardamom to serve. The lassi can be kept refrigerated for up to 24 hours.   Recipe From: Simply Recipes   Our Drinking Game for this Story  Take a drink: Everytime Sara recites the Ramyana  Everytime Lavinia is a snot Everytime you can tell Miss Minchin is so obviously jealous of Sara Everytime Miss Amelia acts like she's out of a harlequin novel Take two drinks during Lottie's meltdowns Finish your drink when you just melt of all the warms Indie Bookstore Recs: Jordan: Tattered Cover Bookstore - Denver, CO Em: Ada's Technical Books and Cafe - Seattle, WA   A Novel Adaptation was created by Emily Eppley and Jordan Redwine. See more details at www.anoveladaptation.com and see what's coming up next to read along with us. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Goodreads to join the conversation. Our artwork is by Kit Bernal. Our music is “Harlequin” by Kevin MacLeod, licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0.

Come for the chess, stay for the styles. We talk about the flawless grace that is Anya Taylor-Joy and marvel at how we were obsessed with a story about chess. Chess. It was unexpected, to say the least. We also pick apart the Drama that is Beth's life, ogle her gorgeous dresses, speculate if there is going to be a next season, and commend author Walter Tevis for having the common sense that many authors seem to lack with their leading ladies. But, did we mention Beth's clothes?   Episode Drink: The Gibson   2 ½ oz. London dry gin ½ oz. dry vermouth 1 cocktail onion   Instructions Pack a mixing glass with ice. Add gin and vermouth. Stir for until it is very cold. Strain into a cocktail glass in which a cocktail onion awaits. Our Drinking Game for this Story  Take a drink: Everytime Beth takes a drink Everytime a chess opening is referenced, a la Bishop's Opening, Petrov's Defense, Two Knights Defense, etc. Whenever you see an outfit that Beth is wearing that you dig Everytime a man is a sexist dick to Beth Take 2 drinks when Beth loses a game. Finish your drink when they talk about the titular Queen's Gambit   Indie Bookstore Recommendation Jordan: This Is A Bookstore and Bookbug in Kalamazoo, MI Em Elliot Bay Bookstore Co. in Cap Hill of Seattle, Wa   A Novel Adaptation was created by Emily Eppley and Jordan Redwine. See more details at www.anoveladaptation.com and see what's coming up next to read along with us. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Goodreads to join the conversation. Our artwork is by Kit Bernal. Our music is “Harlequin” by Kevin MacLeod, licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0.

We dive into something wholesome with the March sisters in Little Women by Louisa May Alcott. This is an instant favorite for both Jordan and Emily so they swoon over the details of both the book and the movie. We have unpopular opinions about Amy and Jo's characters, have strong opinions about who could play Laurie, and revel in the righteousness of feminine anger shown by Marmie.   Episode Drink: Lemonade   6 Lemons 6 Cups of Water Sugar to taste (usually around a cup)   Instructions Take those lemons that life gave you and squeeze them for all the juice they're worth. Dilute your troubles with water and sweeten as much as you can.   Our Drinking Game for this Story  Take a drink: Everytime Jo is writing Everytime Laurie is obviously in love with Jo Everytime Beth is playing the piano Everytime the girls play pretend Everytime you want to punch Amy Finish your drink when you find out that you actually understand Amy   Independent Bookstore Shout Out: Jordan: Literati in Ann Arbor, MI  Em: Twice Sold Tales in Seattle, WA   A Novel Adaptation was created by Emily Eppley and Jordan Redwine. See more details at www.anoveladaptation.com and see what's coming up next to read along with us. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Goodreads to join the conversation. Our artwork is by Kit Bernal. Our music is “Harlequin” by Kevin MacLeod, licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0.

Grab your Gran and let's go take out a coven! We return to the welcome arms of Roald Dahl but have some issues with the on-screen version. The creepy, dark streaks of Jim Hensen and Mr. Dahl produced a cult classic of a children's horror movie. Plus, we come up with as many children's horror movies and tv shows as we could come up with because it's definitely a genre that needs to be acknowledged. Jordan reveals her true feelings about campy movies and Emily divulges her weird love of them. Episode Drink: The Witch's Cocktail 1/2 oz vodka 1 1/2 oz raspberry schnapps 1/2 oz melon liqueur  1 oz club soda  2 oz lemon juice a splash lime juice a splash grenadine syrup Plenty of ice   Instructions Fill a collins glass with ice, and pour in the vodka, raspberry schnapps, melon liqueur and splash of lime juice. Pour in the lemon juice until the glass is 2/3 full and top off the glass with the club soda. Stir gently to mix, then add a splash of grenadine to serve.   Recipe From: AllRecipes.com     Our Drinking Game for this Story  Take a drink every time: The kid says “Grandma” A witches' eyes flash purple (or lightning can be seen in their eyes) The witches grovel and say “O brainy one!” or “O genius one!” A person is transformed into a mouse (sorry for this at the end of the movie)  And finish your drink when you're just done with the bad physical effects. They really just take you out of the moment of the movie.     Fantastic Reads: Jordan: Oryx and Crake by Margaret Atwood Em: Little Women by Louisa May Alcott     A Novel Adaptation was created by Emily Eppley and Jordan Redwine. See more details at www.anoveladaptation.com and see what's coming up next to read along with us. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Goodreads to join the conversation. Our artwork is by Kit Bernal. Our music is “Harlequin” by Kevin MacLeod, licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0.

Why do we find some villains so entreating? Dr. Lector makes our skin crawl in every scene but he somehow still holds our attention. And then you put Anthony Hopkins in that role and we're even more interested. Jordan reveals why she likes horror so much and Emily admits why she just never can get into it.     Episode Drink: A Nice Chianti   Enjoy with a side of fava beans and your favorite sweetmeats.   Check out the Feminist Drinking Song!   Our Drinking Game for this Story  Take a drink: When someone mentions Hannibal eating someone  Take an additional drink if mentioned by Hannibal Any time some is a sexist asshole to Clarice Whenever you hear jargon or insinuations are a little out of date Whenever you shiver at anything Hannibal says, Anthony Hopkins included Finish your drink when Hannibal successfully completes his plan to escape and now he's on the fucking loose   Jordan - A Thousand Splendid Suns by Khalid Hosseini Em: Ancillary Justice by Ann Lecki   A Novel Adaptation was created by Emily Eppley and Jordan Redwine. See more details at www.anoveladaptation.com and see what's coming up next to read along with us. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Goodreads to join the conversation. Our artwork is by Kit Bernal. Our music is “Harlequin” by Kevin MacLeod, licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0.  

In this episode, Jordan has the uncommon occurrence of actually getting the feels for these characters and Emily recounts how she wanted to BE Leslie when she was younger. We discuss how Josh Hutcherson might be a time traveler and which adaptation the author and her son pretend doesn't exist.   Episode Drink: The Drink of Queens 1 1/2 oz dry gin 1/2 oz dry vermouth 3/4 oz sweet vermouth 1 oz pineapple juice (freshly pressed, if possible) 1 wedge of pineapple, for garnish Instructions Shake all ingredients with ice and finely strain into a chilled coup glass. Garnish with a wedge of pineapple on the rim.   Recipe From: DiffordsGuide.com     Our Drinking Game for this Story  Take a drink every time: Jesse and Leslie go to Terabithia Jesse and Leslie speak like royalty in Terabithia Jesse gets annoyed by his sisters Jesse “disappoints” his dad Any time you get a hint of homophobic rhetoric from adults in this book     Fantastic Reads Jordan: The Perfect Nanny by Leila Slimani Em: Norwegian Wood by Haruki Murakami  A Novel Adaptation was created by Emily Eppley and Jordan Redwine. See more details at www.anoveladaptation.com and see what's coming up next to read along with us. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Goodreads to join the conversation. Our artwork is by Kit Bernal. Our music is “Harlequin” by Kevin MacLeod, licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0.  

It is so easy to hate some of the characters in this book, and we loved doing it. The story is lovely and a big thanks to our Patreon for choosing it for their Author Level Patreon benefit because this is also one of our favorite books of the season. This movie though, is something else. If you've ever wanted to see puffy sleeves and 80's synth inserted into farm chore scenes, then this movie definitely has you covered. If any movie adaptation has deserved a reboot - it might be this one. #RebootsThatNeedToHappen Episode Drink: Mexican Hot Chocolate 3 cups milk of choice 3 tbsp cocoa powder 3 tbsp tbsp granulated sugar Pinch salt 1/4 tsp cinnamon Pinch cayenne pepper 2 oz tequila Instructions To make hot chocolate, add all ingredients except for tequila to a small saucepan. Whisk to combine.  Heat on low until mixture comes to a gentle boil, stirring. Remove from heat. Add tequila and whisk again. Divide into 3 mugs. Top each mug with 1-2 cinnamon marshmallows (instructions on site) or whipped cream. Recipe From: LivelyTable.com Watch Second City's Sassy Gay Friend skits for Romeo and Juliet and Hamlet Our Drinking Game for this Story  Take a drink: Every time there is a new recipe introduced Every time something magical happens due to Tita's cooking Every time Pedro cardboard cutout of a human Every time Mama Elena gets under your skin Take a shot of tequila if you actually attempt or have attempted one of the recipes Fantastic Reads Jordan: Tiger Lily by Jodi Lyn Anderson Em: The Left Hand of Darkness by Ursula K. Leguin A Novel Adaptation was created by Emily Eppley and Jordan Redwine. See more details at www.anoveladaptation.com and see what's coming up next to read along with us. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Goodreads to join the conversation. Our artwork is by Kit Bernal. Our music is “Harlequin” by Kevin MacLeod, licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0.

You're going to need a box of tissues for this book. We're warning you now. We talk about the stark realities of the thirties, the advancement of female characters since then, and whether or not George is compassionate. We also share our true feelings about Steinbeck as an author and even introduce a new segment thanks to him. Episode Drink: White Rabbit Cocktail 80ml gin 50ml amaretto 50ml double cream 1 tsp lemon curd ¼ tsp vanilla paste handful of ice edible flowers, to serve Put the gin, amaretto, double cream, lemon curd and vanilla paste into a cocktail shaker with a handful of ice and shake until the outside of the shaker feels very cold. Strain into two small cocktail or coupe glasses and garnish with edible flowers before serving. Recipe From: BBC Good Food Our Drinking Game for this Story  Take a drink: Every time Lenny talks about rabbits Every time you get choked up over George's protectiveness of Lenny Every time the size and force of Lennie scares another character Every time you're glad to live in this era and not the thirties And Finish Your Drink when you inevitably start balling (we're sorry)   Fantastic Reads Jordan: The Dragon Republic by R.F. Kuang Em: Bad Feminist by Roxanne Gay   A Novel Adaptation was created by Emily Eppley and Jordan Redwine. See more details at www.anoveladaptation.com and see what's coming up next to read along with us. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Goodreads to join the conversation. Our artwork is by Kit Bernal. Our music is “Harlequin” by Kevin MacLeod, licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0.  

We are here for racial justice and loved reading about Starr as she decides to fight the injustice in her life. There are some very significant differences between the book and movie that change whole the meaning of T.H.U.G.L.I.F.E. as it affects the Carter family. We missed the references to Fresh Prince that were constant in the book and think that Chris got the “girlfriend treatment.”   Episode Drink: Milk Fortify your body so you can go out and protest for longer. Plus, it's handy to have on hand in case things escalate and some trash police officer tries to pepper spray you.   Places to show your support for the movement: George Floyd Memorial Fund Minnesota Freedom Fund Black Visions Collective Reclaim the Block Campaign Zero Anti-Racism Resources Bail Funds/Legal Help   Our Drinking Game for this Story  Take a drink: Anyone says “king” Sekani acts like a little brother You see news coverage  Harry Potter is mentioned The movie title is explained And down your drink when you've had it with the injustice in the world and you're ready to get out there and protest   Fantastic Reads Em: How to be an Anti-Racist by Ibram X. Kendi Jordan: Bad Girls Throughout History by Ann Shen   Check out this episode of Sisterhood of the Bottomless Mimosas that Jordan guest-starred on!   A Novel Adaptation was created by Emily Eppley and Jordan Redwine. See more details at www.anoveladaptation.com and see what's coming up next to read along with us. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Goodreads to join the conversation. Our artwork is by Kit Bernal. Our music is “Harlequin” by Kevin MacLeod, licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0.

Imagine if you were born and grew up in a tiny tool shed in someone's backyard and the only person you've ever known is Ma? We take a dive into the world of Jack, a 5 year-old boy who only knows Ma and Room. His world gets turned upside down when Ma informs Jack that there is a whole world outside of Room and they have to escape. The book and material are heavy, but our conversation wasn't. We are doing this. Drink: The Gin Lollipop 1 oz gin 1 oz peach liqueur 5 oz of orange juice 1 oz of seltzer water Shake and strain into an ice-filled collins glass, then add seltzer water. Garnish with a slice of orange and a cherry, and serve. Thanks to 1001 Cocktails https://en.1001cocktails.com/cocktails/cocktail_gin-lollipop_363181.aspx Our Drinking Game for the Story: Take a drink: Everytime Jack throws a temper tantrum Every time you can tell Ma is THIS CLOSE to losing her shit Keep drinking nervously  throughout the carpet/truck scene, because holy shit.  Any time Jack is introduced to something to the outside world Take a shot whenever you feel so uncomfortable. Raise your glass when you've found out that Old Nick has been apprehended and sent to jail.  Fantastic Reads: Jordan: Equal Rites by Terry Pratchett Emily: The First Test: Protector of the Small by Tamora Pierce A Novel Adaptation was created by Emily Eppley and Jordan Redwine. See more details at www.anoveladaptation.com and see what's coming up next to read along with us. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Goodreads to join the conversation.

Grab a bucket of water to cool yourself down because we have some hot takes in this episode. We get into the virtues and vices of trying to modernize a classic piece of work and when it's worth it. Jordan and Emily disagree about humanity itself and then try to discern if Bradbury was a “stuffy old man.” Grab the fire hoses - the ones with water - because it's about to get lit.   Episode Drink: The Fahrenheit 151 6 cups apple cider 1 cup cranberry juice 1 cup orange juice 1 cup pineapple juice 6 cloves 4 cinnamon sticks 8 oz of Bacardi 151 Instructions Put all ingredients, sans rum, into a crockpot.Warm for approx. 1 hour. Once everyone has turned in their cell phone, pour in the rum. Stir and server.  Recipe From Our Favorite Book: Tequila Mockingbird by Tim Federle    What Books Would We Read for Humanity? Em: The Guide to Good Living by William B. Irvine Jordan: A Thousand Splendid Suns by Khaled Hosseini   Our Drinking Game for this Story   Take a drink any time a book you're familiar with gets burned Take a shot any time they mention book you've actually read Take a drink every time you recognize a historical event they reference Take a drink every time you roll your eyes at the shallow nature of the movie Finish your drink for all the unnecessary deaths in this movie.  Bonus extra pour for that one unnecessary death in the book   Cheerful Ears: Jordan: The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller Emily: American Gods by Neil Gaiman   A Novel Adaptation was created by Emily Eppley and Jordan Redwine. See more details at www.anoveladaptation.com and see what's coming up next to read along with us. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Goodreads to join the conversation. Our artwork is by Kit Bernal. Our music is “Harlequin” by Kevin MacLeod, licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0.

Grab your wands and house scarf because we're going to Hogwarts. We delve into the magical world of Harry Potter with our guest Mike Schubert from Potterless Podcast. We start with the Sorcerer's Stone - as one should - and talk about our favorite casting choices, some problematic directions for character development, and how it's just perfect the way this story fits into seven books. Also, there are some hot takes on Snape's movie character.  Episode Drink: Unicorn's Blood 1.5 oz silver tequila 1.5 oz St. Germain (elderflower liqueur) 1 oz lemon juice Instructions Add everything to a cocktail shaker with ice and shake (hard!) for a full 20 seconds. Strain into a coupe glass. Thanks to BetterCocktail.com Our Drinking Game for this Story  Take a drink: Every time Harry's scar hurts Every time Malfoy says “Potter” Every time Snape is supposed to be suspicious Any time there is any hardcore foreshadowing Any time a house gets point awarded or taken away Finish your drink when something unfortunately happens to Neville Take a shot when Malfoy starts his chorus of “My Father Will Hear About This.” Fantastic Reads Jordan:  Rich People Problems by Kevin  Kwan - the finale of the Crazy Rich Asians Trilogy Em: The Lies of Locke Lamora by Scott Lynch  Mike: Movies (And Other Things) by Shea Serrano, Arturo Torres (Illustrator) A Novel Adaptation was created by Emily Eppley and Jordan Redwine. See more details at www.anoveladaptation.com and see what's coming up next to read along with us. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Goodreads to join the conversation. Our artwork is by Kit Bernal. Our music is “Harlequin” by Kevin MacLeod, licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0.

Oh no. Ohhhhh, boy. Is it possible that the movie is better than the book? How could this happen? P.S. We still love the book. Join us as we get into the tangled web that is Lara Jean Covey's love life. She's relatably angsty and adorably anxious. Plus, Jordan explains to Emily just how far sisters would go to get revenge for petty incidents.  Check out : The Lizzie Bennet Diaries Episode Drink: Yakult You can find this drink in your local Korean grocery store or potentially even your major supermarket if your city is that cool. For those who like a challenge, check out this recipe from Wiki How to make your own at home! Our Drinking Game for this Story  Take a drink: Every time they call each other by their last names Every time Lara Jean is angsty in the book Every time Kitty has a zinger When Kavinsky and Lara Jean do something that is specified in their dating contract Down your drink when Dad has an awkard sex talk, becuase I felt it Fantastic Reads  Jordan - Circe by Madeline Miller Emily - How We Fight for Our Lives by Saeed Jones A Novel Adaptation was created by Emily Eppley and Jordan Redwine. See more details at www.anoveladaptation.com and see what's coming up next to read along with us. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Goodreads to join the conversation. Our artwork is by Kit Bernal. Our music is “Harlequin” by Kevin MacLeod, licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0.

Neither of us will look at peaches the same way again after this story. We discuss the very dudely professions of love, who is our prefered hunk, and where we draw the line when it comes to intimacy. This love story is complicated and beautiful and well worth diving into.   Stay safe during this pandemic and don't forget to wash your hands!   Episode Drink: The Italian Sunset 2 ounces amaretto liqueur 3 ounces orange juice 3 ounces club soda 1 dash grenadine orange slice and cherries, for garnish   Instructions Fill a tall glass with crushed ice. Pour the amaretto over the ice then slowly add the orange juice and top with club soda to form layers. Add a dash of grenadine and garnish with a cherry and orange slice.   Recipe From: Food.com   Our Drinking Game for this Story  Take a drink every time: Oliver says “later” You really relate to the teenaged angst in Elio and you're grateful you're through that stage You fall in love the Italian countryside  Someone speaks in Italian Someone speaks in French   Fantastic Reads Jordan : The Bluest Eye by Toni Morrison  Emily : The Name of the Wind by Patrick Rothfuss     A Novel Adaptation was created by Emily Eppley and Jordan Redwine. See more details at www.anoveladaptation.com and see what's coming up next to read along with us. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Goodreads to join the conversation. Our artwork is by Kit Bernal. Our music is “Harlequin” by Kevin MacLeod, licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0.    

Expectations were exceeded, expectations were not met. This time around, we definitely had differing opinions on what we expected and what we received. Combine that with some heavy hitting topics disguised as a love story brought some very interesting conversations.  Episode Drink: Pink Pimm's Cocktail 100 ml of Pimm's 300 ml fruit sparkling wine 200 ml of lemonade  Garnish: Your preferred combination of chopped strawberries, raspberries, oranges, lemons, limes and cucumber Mint sprigs Directions: Mix Pimm's, wine and lemonade in a jug. Fill with chopped fruit and ice. Pour into four tall glasses. Recipe from: https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/uk/food/recipes/a27253177/pink-pimms/ Our drinking game for this story: Take a drink: Anytime someone takes a dig at Lou's style Anytime you someone says something awful to Lou, about Lou Take a drink every time Will is an ass Down your drink: The moment you find to be endearing.  Fantastic Reads: Jordan: The Air You Breathe by Frances de Pontes Peebles Emily: Sabriel by Garth Nix A Novel Adaptation was created by Emily Eppley and Jordan Redwine. See more details at www.anoveladaptation.com and see what's coming up next to read along with us. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Goodreads to join the conversation. Our artwork is by Kit Bernal. Our music is “Harlequin” by Kevin MacLeod, licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0.

Join us for one of our favorite stories ever. And not just the ones we read for the podcast. These weighty themes propel us into commentary that is just as scathing today as it was when it came out in 1960. One of us confesses her real feelings for Atticus Finch, goes on a rant about the publication of Go Set a Watchman, and we go in-depth about what we'd really like to know about Boo Radley.  Episode Drink: The Tequila Mockingbird 1.5 oz of tequila 2 drops of hot sauce 1 dill pickle Pour tequila into a shot glass, add the hot sauce, and slam it back. Chase with a pickle. Don't  cry about it. Recipe From: Tequila Mockingbird Book by Tim Federle Our Drinking Game for this Story  Take a drink: When someone in town gossips After you cringe when someone says negro, colored, or the n-word Every time Atticus explains something Every time you fantasize about Atticus in a naughty way. Take another swig to wash away your shame you naughty girl/boy Fantastic Reads: Jordan - To Kill A Mockingbird by Harper Lee Emily - The Fifth Season by N.K. Jemisin A Novel Adaptation was created by Emily Eppley and Jordan Redwine. See more details at www.anoveladaptation.com and see what's coming up next to read along with us. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Goodreads to join the conversation. Our artwork is by Kit Bernal. Our music is “Harlequin” by Kevin MacLeod, licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0.

It's okay to cry in public when you read this book. In fact, it's expected. We didn't think we were going to like this book as much as much as we did but it truly touched us. Take a dive into the layers of these characters, we share our love of all the amazing actors cast into this movie, and we've finally cracked the code of what it takes to make a good adaptation. It only took us how many episodes?    Episode Drink - The Stars Champagne Instructions Pour champagne into your favorite glass and imagine young love. Sigh heavily with each sip.   Our Drinking Game for this Story Take a drink: When Augustus has a cigarette in his mouth or fiddles with a cigarette Whenever the term “Cancer Perk” is thrown around Anytime you come across a famous actor/actress that is in this movie Take a drink anytime Hazel or Augutus says “OK” Knock back your drink when you're in the middle of your meltdown after you realize that Augustus is dying, Hazel will die, and shit this is so sad. Why did we read this book? I'm not your crying, you're crying.    Fantastic Reads Jordan: Calypso by David Sedaris  Emily: Gideon the Ninth by Tamsyn Muir   A Novel Adaptation was created by Emily Eppley and Jordan Redwine. See more details at www.anoveladaptation.com and see what's coming up next to read along with us. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Goodreads to join the conversation. Our artwork is by Kit Bernal. Our music is “Harlequin” by Kevin MacLeod, licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0.            

What would you do if you lived forever? Would you even want to? Disney found a way to make it look enticing - once again giving us unrealistic expectations about life. Check out our predictions of how we die and what we would do if we had all the time in the world. Alexis Bledel is perfect for this role, a wild Victor Garber appears and we remember our younger selves oogling a discount Jonathan Taylor Thomas.   Episode Drink:  The Fountain of Youth 2.5 oz of vodka .25 oz of simple syrup 2 sprigs of mint 4 slices of cucumber Instructions Combine vodka and simple syrup in a mixing glass along with sprigs of mint and three slices of cucumber. Muddle the mint and three slices of cucumber. Add ice and stir to chill. Strain into martini glass and float the last cucumber slice on top of the drink as a garnish. Recipe From: CocktailBuilder.com   Our Drinking Game for this Story  Take a drink: Every time the man in the yellow suit is creepy Whenever you think about all the things you could do if you lived forever When you remember that it is a bad idea and this book is warning you away from that Knock back your drink when you realize life is fleeting. We all live; we all die; and we don't have enough time.    Fantastic Reads: Jordan: The Poppy War by R. F. Kuang   Em: Shrill by Lindy West    A Novel Adaptation was created by Emily Eppley and Jordan Redwine. See more details at www.anoveladaptation.com and see what's coming up next to read along with us. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Goodreads to join the conversation. Our artwork is by Kit Bernal. Our music is “Harlequin” by Kevin MacLeod, licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0.

Would you like a cup of tea? No? Well how about a story full of dread, terror, and growing sense of unease? Excellent, that's just what's in store for you. One of these characters is full of snake oil, another is as fluffy as a bunny who needs a hug. And one is a viper waiting in the grass for you. Take a look with us as we discuss if they go far enough in the movie to capture the creep-factor found in the book.   Episode Drink: Blackberry Bramble  Ingredients ½ cup fresh blackberries 2 oz Dry Gin 1 oz Blackberry Liquor (optional) 1 oz simple syrup or maple or agave 1 ½ oz fresh lemon juice Ginger Brew or Soda   Instructions In a cocktail shaker, muddle blackberries with gin, blackberry liquor ( optional) lemon juice, simple syrup or agave, until broken up and they release their juice. Double strain, using a fine mesh strainer to remove seeds. Fill 3-4 rocks glasses with ice. Divide blackberry-gin mix among the glasses, and top with soda or ginger brew. Garnish with a blackberry and lemon zest.   From Feastingathome.com   Our Drinking Game for this Story  Take a drink: Every time someone says “Merricat” Every time Merricat reminders herself to be nice to Uncle Julian Every time Merricat practices her magic Every time Constance laughs nervously Finish the drink when you hear The Chant:  Merricat, said Connie, would you like a cup of tea? Oh no, said Merricat, you'll poison me. Merricat, said Connie, would you like to go to sleep? Down in the boneyard ten feet deep!   Cheerful Ears: Jordan: The NoSleep Podcast Em: Vast Horizon    A Novel Adaptation was created by Emily Eppley and Jordan Redwine. See more details at www.anoveladaptation.com and see what's coming up next to read along with us. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Goodreads to join the conversation. Our artwork is by Kit Bernal. Our music is “Harlequin” by Kevin MacLeod, licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0.  

Want a slow burn? Want to watch a main character get gaslighted for two hundred pages? Wanna know what Satan's baby looks like? We get into some of the weird ins and outs of this story and Jordan tries to convince Emily that this is actually scary.    Episode Drink: Vodka Blushes 2 1/2 ounces Vodka 1 ounce freshly-squeezed lime juice (strained) 1/2 ounce Grenadine   Instructions Fill shaker 2/3 with fresh ice. Add ingredients. Shake and strain into a chilled  cocktail glass. Enjoy, and spill a little on the carpet in memory of Minnie and Roman!   Recipe From: Drinkwire.com   Our Drinking Game for this Story  Take a drink every time: Someone says “Tannis Root” Someone lies to Rosemary You feel isolated for Rosemary  Mia Farrow shows up in another stunning outfit The coven says Hail Satan. Sorry for the ending here.   Cheerful Ears: Jordan: Millennial Money Minutes  Em: The 12:37   A Novel Adaptation was created by Emily Eppley and Jordan Redwine. See more details at www.anoveladaptation.com and see what's coming up next to read along with us. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Goodreads to join the conversation. Our artwork is by Kit Bernal. Our music is “Harlequin” by Kevin MacLeod, licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0.

The dread and anxiety of IT is coming for you… just like this episode. We have some difference in opinion between which is better here, the book or the novel. It depends on what you're looking for, long story short - but our journey to that conclusion is pretty ridiculous. We also talk about how Chris Pine is our favorite damsel in distress, Jordan ALMOST catches feelings, and Emily admits the hero's journey needs to die. Episode Drink: A Wrinkle in Thyme 2 oz gin 1 oz pear juice 1/2 oz thyme syrup* 3 oz bitter lemon soda fresh thyme sprig (garnish) lemon peel (garnish) Instructions Shake first three ingredients with ice until chilled. Strain into rocks glass over a large ice cubic or spherical ice cube. Top with soda and garnish. Enjoy while discussing the implications of time travel with your nerdy friends. *To make syrup, heat 4:1 parts water:sugar in a small saucepan until sugar dissolves. Add thyme and keep on heat for 5 minutes, making sure thyme is fully submerged. Strain, allow to cool and store excess in the fridge for up to 3 weeks. Recipe From: Valcohol.com A Wrinkle in Time Honest Trailer Our Drinking Game for this Story  Take a drink: Every time Mrs. Who quotes someone Every time the words ‘tesser/tesseract,' ‘love,' or ‘Charles Wallace' are said Every time a new dimension or world is shown Every time there is oddly placed pop music in the movie And waterfall the whole time you're uncomfortable in Camazotz. Hail hydrate! Cheerful Ears: Jordan: Off Book: The Improvised Musical Podcast Em: Book Club for Masochists A Novel Adaptation was created by Emily Eppley and Jordan Redwine. See more details at www.anoveladaptation.com and see what's coming up next to read along with us. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Goodreads to join the conversation.

We span continents and decades as we dive into the details of Crazy Rich Asians. Join us as we swoon over Astrid's impeccable fashion, adore Ollie and Peik Lin's sass, and simply enjoy the ample Female Gaze in this movie. We are with you whether you're here for the sweeping romance between Rachel and Nick in the movie, or want to get down and dirty in the game of inheritance chess with Eleanor in the book.  Episode Drink: Straits Manhattan Liquor 1.7 oz Bulleit Rye 0.85 oz Cocchi Vermouth di Torino or Carpano Antica 3 dashes five-spice Angostura bitters   5-Spice Angostura BittersHerbs 1.7 oz Angostura bitters 0.35 oz cloves 0.14 oz star anise 0.18 oz cinnamon  0.07 grated nutmeg 0.18 oz green cardamom   Instructions Lightly toast the cloves, star anise, cinnamon, grated nutmeg and green cardamom in a pan. Let the toasted spices sit in the Angostura bitters for one hour. Strain out spices. Garnish with single star anise, stir and serve up – shaken or stirred with ice and then strained and served without ice – in a cocktail coupe or pony glass. Recipe From: US Magazine   Our Drinking Game for this Story  Take a drink: Every time someone is exasperated, take a drink. Every time someone is mean to Rachel, take a drink Every time they talk about food, take a drink. When a character does something or has something ostentatious because of their wealth and it just astounds you, or makes you jealous, take knock back your entire drink.   Cheerful Ears: Jordan: Today in True Crime Em: Girl in Space  

Stay gold, bookworms. We get into the ongoing need for stories like this one to continue being taught in classrooms. We also talk about the examples of healthy and unhealthy masculinity and how that's changed over the decades. And if that's too heavy for you, we also talk about all the delightful eye candy of all these leading actors showing some skin before they were famous. Plus, Emily shames Jordan a bit for having never read this book before now. (How? How did you survive?)   Episode Drink: The Spike Cherry Soda 1 Tbsp maraschino cherry juice  1.5 oz of white rum 8 oz of cherry cola Maraschino cherry    Instructions Build drink over ice in a tumbler. Top with maraschino cherries. Bonus points for a gold rimmed glass!   Recipe From:CinemaSips.com   Our Drinking Game for this Story  Take a drink: Every time a switchblade is brought out Every time Dally says “Man” Every time someone lights a cigarette  Finish your drink any time somebody dies   Cheerful Ears: Jordan: Don't Talk to Strangers Em: Hidden Brain   A Novel Adaptation was created by Emily Eppley and Jordan Redwine. See more details at www.anoveladaptation.com and see what's coming up next to read along with us. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Goodreads to join the conversation. Our artwork is by Kit Bernal. Our music is “Harlequin” by Kevin MacLeod, licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0.

Poo-tee weet? Get lost in time and space with us as we try to make it through the bombing of Dresden and many trips to Tralfamadorian. We raise a glass to feminism, adore scathing commentary, and try to come up with other words for ‘boring.' While the movie might hit all the right beats from the book, it also kills the whole point of the book. So it goes.   Episode Drink: The “So It Goes” (Actually called The Slaughter-house Five) 1 oz Cachaça, Novo Fogo 1 oz Lime juice 1 oz Pineapple Gum Syrup, Small Hand Foods 1 oz Curaçao, Pierre Ferrand Dry Curaçao (scant ounce) 3 ds Absinthe, Vieux Pontarlier Verte   Instructions Combine in tin and shake well. Double strain to coupe   Recipe From: KindredCocktails.com   Our Drinking Game for this Story  Take a drink: Every time you read, “So it goes.” Every time Billy is on Tralfamadore Every time you think the book makes a very important point but you're maybe just not getting it and need to Google it. Every time you remember that feminism has actually come a long way and it is evident in either the books or the movies because women had to live through that. Then drink again to celebrate the distance we've come.   Cheerful Ears: Jordan: Hysteria Em: How Did This Get Made   A Novel Adaptation was created by Emily Eppley and Jordan Redwine. See more details at www.anoveladaptation.com and see what's coming up next to read along with us. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Goodreads to join the conversation. Our artwork is by Kit Bernal. Our music is “Harlequin” by Kevin MacLeod, licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0.  

Life finds a way… Just because you could, you never stopped to think whether or not you should...DODSON, DODSON'S HERE! See nobody cares. So many memes. So many quotable lines. So iconic. You loved the movie in the 90s, but did you ever read the book? We did and we tell you all about it.  Episode Drink: The Raptor 1 oz vodka ½ oz rum ½ oz Midori ½ oz Blue Curacao 2 oz club soda 2 oz Lemon Arizona Iced Tea 1 squeeze of lemon juice Instructions Mix the vodka, rum, Midori, and Blue Curacao in shaker. Shake to combine. Pour into an “on the rocks” glass filled with ice. Add club soda. Top off with Lemon Arizona Iced Tea Squeeze the lemon into the drink. https://www.reallyareyouserious.com/raptor-cocktail-jurassic-world-fallen-kingdom/   Our Drinking Game for this Story:  Take a drink: Hammond says “Spared no expense” A new species of dinosaur is shown on screen Someone gets killed by a dinosaur  Outdated technology is shown The science behind the park is explained  Dennis Nedry is shown eating something  An impact tremor is shown You hear a line that has been established in our pop culture for years and that love that you're hearing its origins. Like: “Hold onto your butts,” “Clever Girl,” ”Shoot her!” “Dodgeson!,” “You spent so much time thinking about whether or not you could, you never stopped to consider whether you should,” “Life finds a way.”   Waterfall when: a Brontosaurus is on two legs   Please drink responsibly! Hail hydrate.   Drinking game inspired by the one on ReelDrinkingGames.com   Cheerful Ears: Jordan: Ask A Manager Podcast Em: Philosophize This!   If you wish to donate to our Patreon page, we would love you forever.    A Novel Adaptation was created by Emily Eppley and Jordan Redwine. See more details at www.anoveladaptation.com and see what's coming up next to read along with us. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Goodreads to join the conversation. Our artwork is by Kit Bernal. Our music is “Harlequin” by Kevin MacLeod, licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0.

Everyone's favorite childhood bookworm shaped our lives. Who doesn't love strong, smart, independent girl who serves justice to nasty adults?  Matilda Wormwood to the rescue! Episode Drink: Matilda 1 oz. of Brandy 1 oz. of Kahlua 1 oz. Double Cream Instructions Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker with the ice, shake, strain into a champagne flute, sprinkle with Ground Nutmeg, garnish with Grated Chocolate. Our Drinking Game for this Story:  Take a drink: Take a drink everytime Matilda is reading Take another drink when you've read the book Matilda is reading Hang your head in shame when a 6 year old is reading a classic you have never read Take a drink everytime Matilda uses her powers Just down it when it finally hits you as an adult how dark Ms. Honey's childhood actually was.    Please drink responsibly! Hail hydrate.   Cheerful Ears: Jordan: Missing Alissa Em: Nancy   If you wish to donate to our Patreon page, we would love you forever.    A Novel Adaptation was created by Emily Eppley and Jordan Redwine. See more details at www.anoveladaptation.com and see what's coming up next to read along with us. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Goodreads to join the conversation. Our artwork is by Kit Bernal. Our music is “Harlequin” by Kevin MacLeod, licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0.  

We aren't sure exactly what to make of this story. Or this adaptation, for that matter. But we talk about the possibility of magic mushrooms influencing at least the movie adaptation, why Jordan loves the horror genre, and how cool it is to have an all-female cast in a sci-fi story. Jordan also blows Em's mind with the prism effect. Things get weird, y'all.   Episode Drink: The Lighthouse 1/3 oz of any coffee liqueur (we used Kahlúa) 1/3 oz of any Irish cream (Bailey's) 1/3 oz of a high proof rum (151 proof) Lighter for flame garnish Instructions Pour Kahlúa into a shot glass. With a spoon, slowly pour Irish cream into the shot glass on top of the Kahlúa. Pour the 151 rum, again with the spoon, slowly on top of the Irish cream and light on fire. Blow flame out before drinking.   Recipe From:1001Cocktails.com   Our Drinking Game for this Story  Take a drink: Every time someone is hypnotized - in the movie this is basically just the camp set-up scene Every time you feel uncomfortable Any time AreaX is called “pristine” Any time we get a flashback Please add water to hydrate. Hail hydrate.   Cheerful Ears: Jordan: Coffee Break Languages Podcast Em: Archive81   A Novel Adaptation was created by Emily Eppley and Jordan Redwine. See more details at www.anoveladaptation.com and see what's coming up next to read along with us. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Goodreads to join the conversation. Our artwork is by Kit Bernal. Our music is “Harlequin” by Kevin MacLeod, licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0.

This story will really have you falling for the complex characters. The amount of detail in the book will really push you over the edge. Don't hold back, nosedive into Big Little Lies and hear us laud these ladies and wonder what the men were even doing there? Plus, emotional oceans, impeccable soundtracks, and more.   Episode Drink: The Pink Drink 1 bottle sweet sparkling wine of choice 1 cup vodka of choice ¼ cup mixed berries jam 1 can of flavored sparkling water of choice Handful of mint leave Berries for garnish   Instructions In a cocktail shaker add ice, a few mint leaves, 1 tablespoon of jam, and vodka. Like all great bartenders give it a good shake over your shoulder. Pour about one shots worth into glass of choice. Top with champagne and a splash of sparkling water.   Recipe From: YesandYes.org Our Drinking Game for this Story  Take a drink: When you realize how hard it is to be a parent these days Any time you're happy you are not a parent Drink even if you are a parent Every time someone is interviewed by the detectives Any time you're mad at what these women have to go through   We're sorry you're going to be as trashed as the parents on Trivia Night. Please drink responsibly! Hail hydrate.   Cheerful Ears: Jordan: History Chicks Em: Invisibilia   A Novel Adaptation was created by Emily Eppley and Jordan Redwine. See more details at www.anoveladaptation.com and see what's coming up next to read along with us. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Goodreads to join the conversation. Our artwork is by Kit Bernal. Our music is “Harlequin” by Kevin MacLeod, licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0.

While we don't recommend you do the Bird Box challenge in public, we do recommend that you read this book. We think it's delightfully creepy and full of complex tension between the characters. As for the movie… well, Sandra Bullock gives a great performance, as usual, but other than that you might as well keep your blindfold on for this one instead.   Episode Drink: The Self Destruct 3 oz Vodka ½ teaspoon fresh squeezed lime juice ½ teaspoon triple sec Shake everything well and strain into a cool cocktail glass.   Recipe:  CocktailsandShots.com Our Drinking Game for this Story: Take a drink: Any time someone offs themselves Any time the birds are set off Every time you're scared, for … courage   Please drink responsibly! Hail hydrate.   Cheerful Ears: Jordan: The Dropout Em: Crimetown Season Two   A Novel Adaptation was created by Emily Eppley and Jordan Redwine. See more details at www.anoveladaptation.com and see what's coming up next to read along with us. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Goodreads to join the conversation. Our artwork is by Kit Bernal. Our music is “Harlequin” by Kevin MacLeod, licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0.  

Blessed be the fruit.Break out your red habit and white wings, it's time to dig into The Handmaid's Tale. Praise be. Episode Drink: Pomegranate Mimosa 1 c. sweetened pomegranate juice 1 bottle champagne Pomegranate seeds, for garnish In champagne flutes, fill with 1/4  of the cup with sweetened pomegranate juice and top off with champagne. Garnish with pomegranate seeds.   Recipe:  Delish   Additional Drink garnish with the Handmaid's wings, courtesy of Jac o'lyn Murphy   Our Drinking Game for this Story: Take a drink: Every time you can say you've experienced some of the toxic masculinity that Joe exhibits. Like his entitlement for your actions or his controlling nature. Joe says he's doing something for YOU Beck. Every time Joe wacks off in an unusual place. Every time Beck leans into her codependency with any other character. Take a drink when it just becomes too much with these characters because it's just a lot. Pro Tips: Lock your doors and maybe just have curtains when you're drinking.   Please drink responsibly! Hail hydrate.   Cheerful Ears: Jordan: Already Gone Podcast Em: Dr. Death   If you wish to donate to our Patreon page, we would love you forever.   A Novel Adaptation was created by Emily Eppley and Jordan Redwine. See more details at www.anoveladaptation.com and see what's coming up next to read along with us. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Goodreads to join the conversation. Our artwork is by Kit Bernal. Our music is “Harlequin” by Kevin MacLeod, licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0.

Spying, notebooks, tomatoes and mayo sandwiches, and your childhood. We are covering the coming of age, childhood icon, Harriet M. Welsh: aspiring writer and spy. She wants to see the world and know everything. Harriet is our feminist idol, no matter how outdated the book seemed to be at times.   Episode Drink: Dirty Chocolate Egg Cream 1/2 cup milk 4 tbsp. chocolate syrup 2 ounces rum Seltzer Instructions Divide milk and rum between two glasses. Stir gently. Pour in seltzer, to fill, slowly. Divide chocolate syrup between the two glasses and stir gently to combine. Recipe:  http://www.feedmeseymourblog.com/dirty-chocolate-egg-creams/index.html   Our Drinking Game for this Story: Take a drink: Every time Harriet writes in her notebook Every time Golly gives some advice/Golly advice callback Take an additional drink every time you realize you yourself should be following Gully's advice and are not Take an angry swig every time you think “aw, hell no!” when some kid is being a cunt (this includes Harriet).   Please drink responsibly! Hail hydrate.   Cheerful Ears: Jordan: I, Survivor Em: A Taste of the Past   If you wish to donate to our Patreon page, we would love you forever.   A Novel Adaptation was created by Emily Eppley and Jordan Redwine. See more details at www.anoveladaptation.com and see what's coming up next to read along with us. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Goodreads to join the conversation. Our artwork is by Kit Bernal. Our music is “Harlequin” by Kevin MacLeod, licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0.

We really take out the trash on this one. Our friend Jessica joins us to discuss some very frustrating themes in The Girl with a Pearl Earring and reinforce that feminist historical fiction is incredible - when done well. We talk about the pros and cons of young ScarJo and Colin Firth, and call on the powers of Patty Jenkins to remake this movie.   Episode Drink: The New Maid 2 oz Vodka ¾ oz Simple Syrup 1 oz fresh squeezed lime juice Small handful of mint leaves 3 slices of cucumber Add the cucumber and mint to the bottom of the cocktail shaker and muddle to release the fresh juices. Then fill with ice, Vodka, Simple Syrup, fresh squeezed lime. Give is a good shake then with a fine mesh strainer, strain into a rocks glass filled with ice. Garnish with a sprig of mint and slice of cucumber.   Recipe:  Liquor.com   Our Drinking Game for this Story: Take a drink: Every time Griet hides her face Every time you see her mouth open Every time she gasps needlessly Every time Cornelia is a little shit And lastly, down your drink when you're just done with the male gaze and how shitty this movie is because of its male directing. Try not to think about how great it could have been with a feminist director.   Please drink responsibly! Hail hydrate. Cheerful Ears: Jordan: Print Run Em: David Tennant Does a Podcast With... Jess: Authors Tessa Dare and Courtney Milan for more feminist historical fiction   A Novel Adaptation was created by Emily Eppley and Jordan Redwine. See more details at www.anoveladaptation.com and see what's coming up next to read along with us. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Goodreads to join the conversation. Our artwork is by Kit Bernal. Our music is “Harlequin” by Kevin MacLeod, licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0.