Checked Out and Overdue

After a few months of radio silence, Checked Out and Overdue is back! In this short episode, Chelsea and Taryn catch up on life, books, and why they've been a little quiet lately. Stay tuned for more book reviews and recommendations! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checked-out-and-overdue/support

Guess who's back?? Chelsea and Taryn discuss what they have been up to this summer and they are SO excited to discuss The Well of Ascension which Chelsea (finally) got around to reading after reviewing the first Mistborn book ages ago. Tune in to listen to them discuss the next Brandon Sanderson novel! Intro: 0:00 - 13:36 General Overview: 13:36 - 40:29 Spoilers: 40:29 - 1:26:14 Do you have a book you would like the hosts to review? Please submit your ideas to checkedoutandoverduecontact@gmail.com, or message them on Instagram @checkedoutandoverdue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checked-out-and-overdue/support

With Taryn out to focus on grad school, Chelsea has Megan (@megancristbooks) on to review a contemporary romance, The Cheat Sheet by Sarah Adams. This deeply cheesy story is so much genuine fun to read. Listen in as these two laugh over this delightful story. Also apologies for Chelsea's poor audio quality as she is in the process of moving as well. Intro: 0:00 - 3:04 General Overview: 3:04 - 27:22 Spoilers: 27:22 - 58:12 Do you have a book you would like the hosts to review? Please submit your ideas to checkedoutandoverduecontact@gmail.com, or message them on Instagram @checkedoutandoverdue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checked-out-and-overdue/support

This week Taryn and Chelsea review a story rich with magic and fraught with peril. Rachel Gillig's One Dark Window has a fascinating and unique magic system so tune in to hear what our hosts thought of this popular book. Intro: 0:00 - 17:22 General Overview: 17:22 - 40:39 Spoilers: 40:39 - 1:06:41 Do you have a book you would like the hosts to review? Please submit your ideas to checkedoutandoverduecontact@gmail.com, or message them on Instagram @checkedoutandoverdue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checked-out-and-overdue/support

This quick episode is just a check-in chat between Taryn and Chelsea, welcoming Chelsea back from maternity and seeing how her and the baby are doing. Do you have a book you would like the hosts to review? Please submit your ideas to checkedoutandoverduecontact@gmail.com, or message them on Instagram @checkedoutandoverdue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checked-out-and-overdue/support

This week features a delightful review of Emily Henry's novel, Beach Read. Listen in as resident guest co-host, Mad from @readingwraynbow, joins Taryn again this week to discuss this fun and emotional story. Intro: 0:00 - 11:34 General Overview: 11:34 - 32:46 Spoilers: 32:46 - 58:44 Do you have a book you would like the hosts to review? Please submit your ideas to checkedoutandoverduecontact@gmail.com, or message them on Instagram @checkedoutandoverdue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checked-out-and-overdue/support

Tune in this week as Taryn is joined by Mad (@readingwraynbow) and Joseph to discuss a thrilling graphic novel. Here There Be Gerblins by The McElroy Family is based off The Adventure Zone podcast, where 3 brothers and their father play Dungeons and Dragons together. Intro: 0:00 - 2:42 General Overview: 2:42 - 30:14 Spoilers: 30:14 - 58:25 Do you have a book you would like the hosts to review? Please submit your ideas to checkedoutandoverduecontact@gmail.com, or message them on Instagram @checkedoutandoverdue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checked-out-and-overdue/support

With Chelsea out on maternity leave, Taryn has guest host Cass (@fictionalcass) on to review Pierce Brown's dystopian sci-fi novel, Red Rising. This first book in the series is a wild ride so listen in to hear Taryn and Cass's thoughts. Intro: 0:00 - 13:03 General Overview: 13:03 - 46:52 Spoilers: 46:52 - 1:19:22 Do you have a book you would like the hosts to review? Please submit your ideas to checkedoutandoverduecontact@gmail.com, or message them on Instagram @checkedoutandoverdue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checked-out-and-overdue/support

This week Chelsea and Taryn discuss some of the books they want to read this book. The twist: they have to pull from books that they have already bought but haven't read yet. The never ending struggle of every book worm is reading the books they already own and our hosts are tackling that this year. Intro: 0:00 - 10:23 TBR Discussion: 10:23 - 51:39 Do you have a book you would like the hosts to review? Please submit your ideas to checkedoutandoverduecontact@gmail.com, or message them on Instagram @checkedoutandoverdue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checked-out-and-overdue/support

Happy Tuesday! Chelsea and Taryn are back this week to review one of their favorite reads of 2023. Little Thieves is a twisted retelling of The Goose Girl fairy tale, but instead of following the perspective of the princess, this book explores why her maid stole her crown and subjected her to the life of a commoner. This story has everything that a good tale needs and more. Enjoy! Intro: 0:00 - 18:54 General Overview: 1 8:54 - 39:22 Spoilers: 39:22 - 58:13 Do you have a book you would like the hosts to review? Please submit your ideas to checkedoutandoverduecontact@gmail.com, or message them on Instagram @checkedoutandoverdue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checked-out-and-overdue/support

This week's episode features Chelsea and Taryn talking about the new Percy Jackson tv show for much longer than they should have. They also eventually get around to discussing the second book in the Percy Jackson and the Olympians series, The Sea of Monsters. Intro: 0:00 - 5:00 Percy Jackson TV show thoughts: 5:00 - 28:30 General Overview: 28:30 - 46:48 Spoilers: 46:48 - 1:04:10 Do you have a book you would like the hosts to review? Please submit your ideas to checkedoutandoverduecontact@gmail.com, or message them on Instagram @checkedoutandoverdue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checked-out-and-overdue/support

Check in with Taryn and Chelsea as they wish everyone a happy holidays and discuss some of their favorite reads of 2023 are. Shout out and thank you to all the amazing listeners who listen make this podcast and community so amazing! Do you have a book you would like the hosts to review? Please submit your ideas to checkedoutandoverduecontact@gmail.com, or message them on Instagram @checkedoutandoverdue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checked-out-and-overdue/support

With Taryn taking a break, Chelsea and guest host Mad (@readingwraynbow) take this week to discuss the adorable Christmas romance book, Lovelight Farms by B.K. Borison. This delightful story is everything anyone could ask for in a holiday romance book. Listen in as Chelsea and Mad talk about their favorite aspects of this story and its immaculate vibes. Intro: 0:00 - 8:36 General Overview: 8:36 - 31:23 Spoilers: 31:23 - 58:46 Do you have a book you would like the hosts to review? Please submit your ideas to checkedoutandoverduecontact@gmail.com, or message them on Instagram @checkedoutandoverdue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checked-out-and-overdue/support

Once again, this entire episode is spoiler-filled and there is no spoiler-free section. After 11 episodes, Chelsea and Taryn finally wrap up the last book in the Throne of Glass series and discuss the beautiful and heart-wrenching close to this epic series. They also discuss a few Maas-verse spoilers at the end so be forewarned. Intro: 0:00 - 15:51 Spoiler Review: 15:51 - 1:13:02 Maasverse Spoilers: 1:13:02 - 1:30:38 Do you have a book you would like the hosts to review? Please submit your ideas to checkedoutandoverduecontact@gmail.com, or message them on Instagram @checkedoutandoverdue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checked-out-and-overdue/support

Be forewarned that this entire episode is spoiler-filled and there is no spoiler-free section this episode. Tune in as Taryn and Chelsea review part 1 of the final book in the Throne of Glass series. This epic story ends with so much happening and Taryn and Chelsea have so many thoughts to share about the beginning of this fantastic finale. Intro: 0:00 - 12:04 General Overview: 12:04 - 19:17 Aedion/Lysandra: 19:17 - 36:56 Manon/Dorian: 36:56 - 53:13 Chaol/Yrene/Nesryn: 53:13 - 1:01:17 Rowan/Elide/Lorcan/Gavriel: 1:01:17 - 1:06:32 Aelin/Fenrys: 1:06:32 - 1:26:16 Do you have a book you would like the hosts to review? Please submit your ideas to checkedoutandoverduecontact@gmail.com, or message them on Instagram @checkedoutandoverdue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checked-out-and-overdue/support

Happy Halloween to all friends and listeners. In true Checked Out and Overdue tradition, Chelsea and Taryn continue their journey through the Twilight saga with the third installment, Eclipse, by Stephanie Meyer. Tune in for another chaos filled review of the hot mess that is this book. Intro: 0:00 - 16:35 General Overview: 16:35 - 36:47 Spoilers: 36:47 - 1:08:46 Do you have a book you would like the hosts to review? Please submit your ideas to checkedoutandoverduecontact@gmail.com, or message them on Instagram @checkedoutandoverdue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checked-out-and-overdue/support

In a surprise twist to no one involved except Chelsea, guest stars Mad (@readingwraynbow) and Cass (@fictionalcass) join in this week IN PERSON to review Gallant by V.E. Schwab. This beautiful gothic story follows 16 year-old orphan Olivia who is mysteriously invited by family she didn't know she had to a home that her mother's journal explicitly warns her to stay away from. Listen in to a fun and (not shockingly) chaotic episode with Taryn, Chelsea, Mad, and Cass. Intro: 0:00 - 16:43 General Overview: 16:43 - 37:25 Spoilers: 37:25 - 1:04:53 Do you have a book you would like the hosts to review? Please submit your ideas to checkedoutandoverduecontact@gmail.com, or message them on Instagram @checkedoutandoverdue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checked-out-and-overdue/support

Why does this book exist? Chelsea asks Taryn to ponder this exact question in this week's episode about Neil Gaiman's iconic book. As the hosts kick off the spooky themed October, Coraline takes its place on the short list of books that Taryn and Chelsea ranked very differently. Tune in to hear them discuss this classic middle school horror story. Intro: 0:00 - 17:47 General Overview: 17:47 - 39:26 Spoilers: 39:26- 58:59 Do you have a book you would like the hosts to review? Please submit your ideas to checkedoutandoverduecontact@gmail.com, or message them on Instagram @checkedoutandoverdue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checked-out-and-overdue/support

After a month hiatus, our hosts come back with a review of The Girl in the Tower by Katherine Arden. This sequel to The Bear and the Nightingale, which was their 4th ever episode, is full of magic and adventure and wonderful characters. Listen in as Chelsea and Taryn catch up and talk about everything they have been up and their thoughts on the second books of the Winternight trilogy. Intro: 0:00 - 15:59 General Overview: 15:59 - 40:40 Spoilers: 40:40- 1:04:11 Do you have a book you would like the hosts to review? Please submit your ideas to checkedoutandoverduecontact@gmail.com, or message them on Instagram @checkedoutandoverdue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checked-out-and-overdue/support

Way back in 2021 for their 5th episode Chelsea and Taryn discussed John Green's most recent book, The Anthropocene Reviewed. This week our hosts return to Green's collection of essays to discuss 4 more of their favorites. They update you all on their love of John and Hank Green and finish off the episode by rating something in their life on a 5-star scale. We still rate all of you 5 stars. Intro: 0:00 - 7:06 General: 7:06 - 27:25 "Sunsets": 27:25 - 32:08 "Diet Dr Pepper": 32:08 - 40:10 "The Hot Dogs Baejarins Beztu Pylsur": 40:10 - 48:32 "Whispering": 48:32 - 54:48 Outro: 54:48 - 1:06:27 Do you have a book you would like the hosts to review? Please submit your ideas to checkedoutandoverduecontact@gmail.com, or message them on Instagram @checkedoutandoverdue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checked-out-and-overdue/support

This week Chelsea and Taryn vary from their usual format to review their first graphic novel, Sheets by Brenna Thummler. This book is the perfect cozy fall read or a great entry book for anyone looking to try out graphic novels for the first time. Intro: 0:00 - 14:15 Spoilers: 14:15 - 43:46 Do you have a book you would like the hosts to review? Please submit your ideas to checkedoutandoverduecontact@gmail.com, or message them on Instagram @checkedoutandoverdue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checked-out-and-overdue/support

Tune in as Chelsea, Taryn, and Cass discuss Part Two of Tower of Dawn by Sarah J. Maas. This whole episode has spoilers for this whole book and every book leading up to it, so listen at your own risk! Intro: 0:00 - 9:11 Spoilers: 9:11- 1:09:18 Do you have a book you would like the hosts to review? Please submit your ideas to checkedoutandoverduecontact@gmail.com, or message them on Instagram @checkedoutandoverdue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checked-out-and-overdue/support

This week Chelsea and Taryn return to the magical world of Harry Potter to discuss the third book in the cherished series, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban. This is one of Chelsea's favorite books in the series and it introduces one of the only things Taryn hates about this series -- time travel. Listen as they discuss the differences between the book and the movie, and what they think Harry would be doing to celebrate his 43rd birthday. Intro: 0:00 - 20:22 Spoilers: 20:22- 59:53 Do you have a book you would like the hosts to review? Please submit your ideas to checkedoutandoverduecontact@gmail.com, or message them on Instagram @checkedoutandoverdue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checked-out-and-overdue/support

Listen in to Chelsea and Taryn's (spoiler-filled) review of the first half of Tower of Dawn by Sarah J. Maas with passionate bonus guest Cass (@fictionalcass). Be forewarned this episode contains spoilers for the entire series leading up to this but worth listening to find out why Chaol is such an amazing character with a beautiful arc. Intro: 0:00 - 4:01 General Overview: 4:01 - 47:28 Spoilers: 47:28- 1:17:37 Do you have a book you would like the hosts to review? Please submit your ideas to checkedoutandoverduecontact@gmail.com, or message them on Instagram @checkedoutandoverdue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checked-out-and-overdue/support

Chelsea and Taryn did not need the amount of stress this YA thriller brought to their lives but they both also loved it. Five Survive by Holly Jackson was the thriller they were not prepared for at all. Intro: 0:00 - 8:49 General Overview: 8:49 - 25:54 Spoilers: 25:54- 56:37 Do you have a book you would like the hosts to review? Please submit your ideas to checkedoutandoverduecontact@gmail.com, or message them on Instagram @checkedoutandoverdue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checked-out-and-overdue/support

Tune in as Chelsea and Taryn review one of Chelsea's childhood favorite books, Fablehaven by Brandon Mull. Since they were able to record in person, this episode brings a little extra of the chaos and laughter that they are known for. Intro: 0:00 - 18:12 General Overview: 18:12 - 45:21 Spoilers: 45:21- 1:10:30 Do you have a book you would like the hosts to review? Please submit your ideas to checkedoutandoverduecontact@gmail.com, or message them on Instagram @checkedoutandoverdue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checked-out-and-overdue/support

Tune in this week as Chelsea and Taryn review the second book in the Shades of Magic trilogy, A Gathering of Shadows, by V.E. Schwab. Both hosts adored the first book and had so many thoughts on the follow up book and the adventures the beloved characters go on. Check out episode 42 for Chelsea and Taryn's full review of the first book, A Darker Shade of Magic. Intro: 0:00 - 15:38 General Overview: 15:38 - 33:34 Spoilers: 34:44- 1:02:08 Do you have a book you would like the hosts to review? Please submit your ideas to checkedoutandoverduecontact@gmail.com, or message them on Instagram @checkedoutandoverdue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checked-out-and-overdue/support

In yet another Fairy Tales episode that no one asked for, Chelsea and Taryn read and discuss two of Hans Christian Anderson's famous stories: The Princess on the Pea and The Ugly Duckling. Tune in to catch them discussing the questionable message of the first and the shockingly depressing events of the second. Intro: 0:00 - 7:38 The Princess on the Pea: 7:38 - 15:49 The Ugly Duckling: 15:49- 46:55 Do you have a book you would like the hosts to review? Please submit your ideas to checkedoutandoverduecontact@gmail.com, or message them on Instagram @checkedoutandoverdue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checked-out-and-overdue/support

This week our hosts review Emily Henry's latest book, Happy Place, and the emotional impact the story has had on their lives. Both Chelsea and Taryn thought this book was going to be a rom com and turns out it just made them cry a lot and do a ton of introspection. Intro: 0:00 - 10:28 General Overview: 10:28 - 34:44 Spoilers: 34:44- 1:03:34 Do you have a book you would like the hosts to review? Please submit your ideas to checkedoutandoverduecontact@gmail.com, or message them on Instagram @checkedoutandoverdue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checked-out-and-overdue/support

This week, Chelsea and Taryn talk about their extremely ambitious summer TBR lists. While no one will be surprised by most of the books on their lists, they are excited about the new releases, definite reads (and rereads), and hopefuls for the summer. Intro: 00:00 - 6:30 Hopeful TBR's: 6:30 - 39:14 Support a local bookstore (and us): https://bookshop.org/shop/checkedoutandoverdue Do you have a book you would like the hosts to review? Please submit your ideas to checkedoutandoverduecontact@gmail.com, or message them on Instagram @checkedoutandoverdue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checked-out-and-overdue/support

This week our hosts are back with yet another unedited episode as they try to balance summer events and recording. This time they are discussing Kate Renae's debut novel, Sky of Dreams. Join them as they journey to the fantasy world of Luma with their new fictional friends Kenya and Luka. This story is full of everything they love about fantasy books (except dragons... so far). Intro: 0:00 - 7:08 General Overview: 7:08 - 28:21 Spoilers: 28:21- 59:25 Do you have a book you would like the hosts to review? Please submit your ideas to checkedoutandoverduecontact@gmail.com, or message them on Instagram @checkedoutandoverdue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checked-out-and-overdue/support

After a 2 week hiatus, Taryn and Chelsea are back with a classic move by reviewing yet another Sarah Eden book. Honestly, is anyone surprised? This Victorian romance/mystery is just another wonderful opportunity for our hosts to tell the world how much they Sarah Eden as an author. Tune in for more details on their comeback review. Intro: 0:00 - 16:42 General Overview: 16:42 - 38:00 Spoilers: 38:00- 52:01 Support a local bookstore (and us): https://bookshop.org/shop/checkedoutandoverdue Do you have a book you would like the hosts to review? Please submit your ideas to checkedoutandoverduecontact@gmail.com, or message them on Instagram @checkedoutandoverdue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checked-out-and-overdue/support

The long awaited (meaning a whole two weeks) part 2 of the Empire of Storms review. The ending of this book absolutely destroyed both Chelsea and Taryn. In true Sarah J Maas fashion, the ending of this book is an absolute whirlwind of action so tune in to listen to our hosts talk about everything that transpires in the ending of this epic fantasy. Intro: 0:00 - 8:35 Spoilers: 8:35 - 59:16 Support a local bookstore (and us): https://bookshop.org/shop/checkedoutandoverdue Do you have a book you would like the hosts to review? Please submit your ideas to checkedoutandoverduecontact@gmail.com, or message them on Instagram @checkedoutandoverdue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checked-out-and-overdue/support

For the 100th episode of Checked Out and Overdue, our hosts reminisce about everything that has happened over the last two years. Chelsea and Taryn re-introduce themselves to all their new friends, talk about the friends they've made along the way and what some of their favorite moments from the last two years are. They also discuss how grateful they are for every listener who has clicked on an episode. Intro: 00:00 - 2:35 Re-Introductions: 2:35 - 17:02 New Friends: 17:02 - 31:27 Favorite Books and Moments: 31:27 - 45:56 Wrap-Up: 45:56 - 51:21 Support a local bookstore (and us): https://bookshop.org/shop/checkedoutandoverdue Do you have a book you would like the hosts to review? Please submit your ideas to checkedoutandoverduecontact@gmail.com, or message them on Instagram @checkedoutandoverdue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checked-out-and-overdue/support

In this next installation of Chelsea and Taryn's reread of the Throne of Glass series, they decided to mix things up moving forward. Being so late into the series, they did away with spoiler free section (hopefully at book 5 of the series it's obvious both of the hosts love these books) and also decided to split this book into a two parter. Part 2 of Empire of Storms will be release in two weeks. Intro: 0:00 - 5:36 General Overview: 5:36 - 12:55 Spoilers: 12:55 - 1:08:32 Support a local bookstore (and us): https://bookshop.org/shop/checkedoutandoverdue Do you have a book you would like the hosts to review? Please submit your ideas to checkedoutandoverduecontact@gmail.com, or message them on Instagram @checkedoutandoverdue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checked-out-and-overdue/support

One of Chelsea's best friends, Rachel, joins our hosts this week to review one of her favorite books ever. Based off a Grimms brother fairly tale, The Goose Girl follows a beautiful and lyrical story of Ani as she learns and grows. Our hosts loved this childhood favorite (that was actually new to Chelsea) book and in Rachel's words, "it's just a good story about someone learning who they are and standing up for themselves." Intro: 0:00 - 7:43 General Overview: 7:43 - 36:29 Spoilers: 36:29- 54:58 Support a local bookstore (and us): https://bookshop.org/shop/checkedoutandoverdue Do you have a book you would like the hosts to review? Please submit your ideas to checkedoutandoverduecontact@gmail.com, or message them on Instagram @checkedoutandoverdue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checked-out-and-overdue/support

Welcome to another Tuesday Tales that is really just Chelsea and Taryn taking about the same books they are obsessed with. In this episode, our hosts decided to try doing a book tag together and *shockingly* (as in, not shocking at all) they had a lot of similar books. Disclaimer: There are some minor spoilers for a couple books in this episode. Nothing big but beware :) Intro: 00:00 - 7:27 Book Tags: 7:27 - 55:11 Support a local bookstore (and us): https://bookshop.org/shop/checkedoutandoverdue Do you have a book you would like the hosts to review? Please submit your ideas to checkedoutandoverduecontact@gmail.com, or message them on Instagram @checkedoutandoverdue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checked-out-and-overdue/support

An episode about The Princess Bride?! Inconceivable! Listen in as Taryn and Chelsea review the novel that inspired the 1987 classic movie and some of the things they loved and didn't love so much about this book. Be aware they do minor slip ups in the spoiler section while comparing it to the movie but nothing major so don't worry. Intro: 0:00 - 7:40 General Overview: 7:40 - 34:03 Spoilers: 34:03 - 52:10 Support a local bookstore (and us): https://bookshop.org/shop/checkedoutandoverdue Do you have a book you would like the hosts to review? Please submit your ideas to checkedoutandoverduecontact@gmail.com, or message them on Instagram @checkedoutandoverdue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checked-out-and-overdue/support

This week our hosts are discussing a funny little satyrical book about letters. Listen as they recap some of their thoughts about the new season of Shadow and Bone, and the impact language and empathy have on humanity. Intro: 0:00 - 3:50 Shadow and Bone Recap: 3:50 - 14:26 General Overview: 14:26 - 28:04 Spoilers: 28:04 - 46:44 Support a local bookstore (and us): https://bookshop.org/shop/checkedoutandoverdue Do you have a book you would like the hosts to review? Please submit your ideas to checkedoutandoverduecontact@gmail.com, or message them on Instagram @checkedoutandoverdue --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/checked-out-and-overdue/support

Chelsea and Taryn have been reunited and are happy to share another very unedited book review with you. Our hosts reread the Shadow and Bone series in preparation for the release of the show's next season (which comes out TOMORROW). Enjoy their chaotic rambles and them probably talking about Ben Barnes at least 16 times. Intro: 0:00 - 11:47 General Overview: 11:47 - 28:33 Spoilers: 28:33 - 56:22 Support a local bookstore (and us): https://bookshop.org/shop/checkedoutandoverdue Do you have a book you would like the hosts to review? Please submit your ideas to checkedoutandoverduecontact@gmail.com, or message them on Instagram @checkedoutandoverdue --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/checked-out-and-overdue/support

This week our hosts are back and worse than ever with yet another fairy tale episode that nobody asked for. Listen in as Taryn and Chelsea read and discuss the questionable morals that are conveyed through questionable stories. They also somehow managed to make D&D a related topic again. Intro: 00:00 - 7:57 Puss in Boots: 7:57 - 30:44 Little Red Riding Hood: 30:44 - 52:40 Support a local bookstore (and us): https://bookshop.org/shop/checkedoutandoverdue Do you have a book you would like the hosts to review? Please submit your ideas to checkedoutandoverduecontact@gmail.com, or message them on Instagram @checkedoutandoverdue --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/checked-out-and-overdue/support

MUUURRRDDDEEERRR. In this episode Taryn and Chelsea review Holly Jackson's story of a high school senior taking on the 5-year-old murder case that shook her town. This story caused both our hosts to gasp out loud and is full of some fun twists and turns. Listen in to learn their thoughts on this thrilling YA fiction mystery. Intro: 0:00 - 9:07 General Overview: 9:07 - 27:45 Spoilers: 27:45 - 56:17 Support a local bookstore (and us): https://bookshop.org/shop/checkedoutandoverdue Do you have a book you would like the hosts to review? Please submit your ideas to checkedoutandoverduecontact@gmail.com, or message them on Instagram @checkedoutandoverdue --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/checked-out-and-overdue/support

Happy Tuesday! Our hosts are back this week with their most requested review, Mistborn by Brandon Sanderson. Sanderson is a giant in the sci-fi/fantasy genre and the Mistborn series is where many of his fans started. This is for sure a story you won't want to miss. Intro: 00:00 - 8:29 General Overview: 8:29 - 41:22 Spoilers: 41:22 - 1:03:53 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/checked-out-and-overdue/support

This week, hosts Taryn and Chelsea review their second Fredrick Backman novel and the different ways they viewed this novel. This story features a very grumpy, old curmudgeon and his journey to rediscovering the joys of life and connection with others who are not total idiots. Please be aware of the heavy trigger warnings on this book, particularly in regard to suicide. If you or someone you know is struggling with suicide, please call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 (para ayuda en español, llame al 988). The Lifeline provides 24-hour, confidential support to anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. Call 911 in life-threatening situations. https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/suicide-prevention Intro: 0:00 - 14:47 General Overview: 14:47 - 39:18 Spoilers: 39:18 - 1:07:23 Support a local bookstore (and us): https://bookshop.org/shop/checkedoutandoverdue Do you have a book you would like the hosts to review? Please submit your ideas to checkedoutandoverduecontact@gmail.com, or message them on Instagram @checkedoutandoverdue --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/checked-out-and-overdue/support

Welcome to yet another hectic episode of Checked Out and Overdue. This was such a great idea in theory but man this was complete chaos. Listen in as Chelsea and Taryn talk about their book recommendations to fit certain moods. Support a local bookstore (and us): https://bookshop.org/shop/checkedoutandoverdue Do you have a book you would like the hosts to review? Please submit your ideas to checkedoutandoverduecontact@gmail.com, or message them on Instagram @checkedoutandoverdue --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/checked-out-and-overdue/support

Join our hosts and their guests Megan (@musingsmanifest) and Tare (@tare_rose_reads) as they review the next installment of the Throne of Glass series. This episode is full of spoilers for all the previous books in the series so beware! All four were struggling to contain their love for these characters and this world. Intro: 0:00 - 11:01 General Overview: 11:01 - 25:45 Spoilers: 25:45 - 59:59 Support a local bookstore (and us): https://bookshop.org/shop/checkedoutandoverdue Do you have a book you would like the hosts to review? Please submit your ideas to checkedoutandoverduecontact@gmail.com, or message them on Instagram @checkedoutandoverdue --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/checked-out-and-overdue/support

Tune in this week to hear Taryn and Chelsea fangirl over this beautiful regency romance (that is surprisingly not by Sarah Eden) and talk about their dramatic love of this story. This book is full of witty banter and embarrassingly adorable situations including a *chef's kiss* meet cute. Intro: 0:00 - 7:45 General Overview: 7:45 - 25:07 Spoilers: 25:07 - 52:17 Support a local bookstore (and us): https://bookshop.org/shop/checkedoutandoverdue Do you have a book you would like the hosts to review? Please submit your ideas to checkedoutandoverduecontact@gmail.com, or message them on Instagram @checkedoutandoverdue --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/checked-out-and-overdue/support

SUSPENSE. MURDER. REVENGE. Join the hosts and their friend @fictionalcass as they kick off "the year of Cass" with the amazing, beautiful (and terrifying) book that is Vicious. V.E. Schwab kicks off their Villains trilogy with this gorgeously written book. So tune in to hear Taryn, Chelsea, and Cass discuss their thoughts and learn how Chelsea is a much bigger wimp than Cass. Intro: 0:00 - 16:04 General Overview: 16:04 - 39:30 Spoilers: 39:30 - 1:07:45 Support a local bookstore (and us): https://bookshop.org/shop/checkedoutandoverdue Do you have a book you would like the hosts to review? Please submit your ideas to checkedoutandoverduecontact@gmail.com, or message them on Instagram @checkedoutandoverdue --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/checked-out-and-overdue/support

This week Chelsea and Taryn are sharing books they are excited to read this year. Some of them are 2023 releases while others have been on their TBRs for much too long. As always, there is a healthy dose of chaos amidst the book talk. Let them know what books you are excited about on their Instagram page! Support a local bookstore (and us): https://bookshop.org/shop/checkedoutandoverdue Do you have a book you would like the hosts to review? Please submit your ideas to checkedoutandoverduecontact@gmail.com, or message them on Instagram @checkedoutandoverdue --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/checked-out-and-overdue/support

Happy new year!!! Chelsea and Taryn decided to throwback to 2012 and reviewed the first book in the Selection series. This book is basically a dystopian bachelor season and they are here for it. Enjoy their beginning-of-the-year check-in along with way too many opinions about love triangles. Intro: 0:00 - 13:06 General Overview: 13:06 - 29:25 Spoilers: 29:25 - 55:24 Support a local bookstore (and us): https://bookshop.org/shop/checkedoutandoverdue Do you have a book you would like the hosts to review? Please submit your ideas to checkedoutandoverduecontact@gmail.com, or message them on Instagram @checkedoutandoverdue --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/checked-out-and-overdue/support

Another year down which means another end-of-year review episode. We decided to share not only our top reads but also the top reads of a few of our friends. Naturally, it got a little out of hand so buckle up for a long episode. Hopefully, you will find something new to add to your TBR for 2023. We were so excited for this excuse to hang out with so many of our favorite people! Chelsea and Taryn: 00:00 - 14:29 Jessica (Taryn's mom): 14:29 - 32:52 Jodi (@jodireads): 32:52 - 48:48 Paige (@acourtofbookaddicts): 48:48 - 57:30 Cass (@fictionalcass): 57:30 - 1:08:45 Megan (@musingsmanifest): 1:08:45 - 1:22:12 Kenzie (@kenzieisallbooked): 1:22:12 - 1:34:44 Sara (@abookishbeginning): 1:34:44 - 1:48:24 Mad (@readingwraynbow): 1:48:24 - 2:04:15 Kylie (@mamaneedsabook): 2:04:15 - 2:16:00 Sarah Eden (@sarah_m_eden): 2:16:00 - 2:18:18 Outro: 2:18:18 - 2:19:57 Support a local bookstore (and us): https://bookshop.org/shop/checkedoutandoverdue Do you have a book you would like the hosts to review? Please submit your ideas to checkedoutandoverduecontact@gmail.com, or message them on Instagram @checkedoutandoverdue --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/checked-out-and-overdue/support