Join us for a couch surfing episode of Good Books Lately! This is a one-time location folks. We just had to make do with our lighting and timing. Hope you enjoy!
Fun, I think you two could pull off a setup of sitting on haystacks outside and it would still be cool! I'm currently reading: The Martian, Slewfoot, and Throne of Glass. I recently finished Circe (OMG LOVE), The Assassin's Blade, and Weyward.
@@GoodBooksLately I did like The Assassin's Blade. I like Sarah J. Maas's writing style, so that helps. After reading the ACOTAR series, I wanted to read more. With the Throne of Glass series, I read that it's best to start with The Assassin's Blade first, so I did. Now I'm looking forward to reading the series and see how TAB ties into the series.
Ohhhh i have been trying to schedule a trip to Santa Fe all year (for my 60th BD which was all the way back in April!) It is one of my favorite places. Enjoy ... and you'll have to let us know about any great bookstores!
I think I heard you mention in one podcast that you have a Broward County library card. If you enroll in their email update (under Manage Your Subscriptions in the website) , it is another great resource for newish books. I get the Fiction one and the Sci Fi/Fantasy one. There are some good listings this month! 📚😁💳
Yea! I was just wondering when you guys would be doing a video 😄😄 I took a break from cozy mysteries and just finished Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt! 5 stars in my opinion!
Love the couch - it contributed to the cozy vibe. Love the provocative quotes as well - lots to think about there... Have you tried Jack Whyte's Dream of Eagles series? If you love the whole King Arthur thing, you may love this series. The series is written from the perspective of Merlin, through the fall of the Roman empire. It is written in a manner that feels more like a plausible historical fiction than an fantasy. I loved that about it, because it made me feel like the legend was real. The first book in this series is called, The Skystone. It has been about 25 - 30 years since I read this series, but there are things about it that still come back to me. Thank you for your recommendations. Have a wonderful day!
Vita Nostra is one of my all time favorite. It's so wild and amazing. Unfortunately Sergey died the last year but before dying they had written the following of Vita Nostra. Here in France they are translating it and I'm soooo looking forward to read it. I'm so happy you are enjoying the experience and you've explained it very well! 😍 PS the two books that already exist and follow are very different from Vita Nostra at the point you can read them as a stand alone. There are new protagonists and locations. I've read the 3th one and didn't like it. The actual following of Vita Nostra will be the 4th in the series.
Tayler and Branden, I read a lot of the books you guys review, really enjoy the podcast and format. Finished Slewfoot recently (loved it AND the fantastic artwork) and Vita nostra will definitely be on my TBR! May even get back into Stephen King…hmm
That's awesome. Thank you for the support. Tayler just finished Vita Nostra and is itching to talk about it. Keep posted for a new video coming soon. ❤️👍❤️
I love history too. Recommend the History Chicks podcast because they connect separate events through female biographies. Love how you have a shared goals and are making it new with each episode
I recently read “Miss Morgan’s Book Brigade” it is based on a true story about a librarian during WWI. It’s a story have never heard about and absolutely loved it! It is very much historical fiction but closely based on a true story. Highly recommend! The only negative is the book cover I found it to be kind of cheesy and I wouldn’t have picked it up if weren’t recommended.
Have you read the Mary Stewart series about the Arthurian legend that starts with The Crystal Cave? Very old series, but I still think back on it decades later when the topic comes up.
I LOVED Time and Again & From Time to Time!! My husband & I listened to them on cassette tape YEARS ago, and we still talk about them! The audio versions were fantastic. I've never heard anyone else talk about these books. Thanks for bringing them to people's attention. They are never out of style.
Loved your bookmark of "the sword" from The book "Mist of Avalon". I read it over 35 years ago. Keep reading, it's a different take on the adultery of Gwynhefar & Sir Lancelot, and the lure of control by the Woman of the Lake.
@GoodBooksLately That's a great idea! My husband read it first and then insisted I read it. I have no regrets! It's a great series to have a drinkypoo, and a chit chat over 🍸🍷🍺🫖☕️
If you're looking for time travel suggestions I would recommend either 'The Mirror' by Marlys Millhiser or 'The Map of Time' by Felix J. Palma, which is the first book in a trilogy.
Tayler, I want to thank you for recommending One Dark Window. Oh my gosh! It was so good I had to start reading the sequel immediately. I also had to laugh because I tried to read The Mists of Avalon many years ago, and when you held it up, my only memory of it was "Long, slow and boring" and then you commented that it was slow, and you had to move on to something else. I honestly can't even remember if I finished it or not.
I don't think it's possible to explain or spoil Vita Nostra. No clue where to begin explaining what it is about, and yet it's best allegory for higher education and becoming an adult I've ever read. I read it half in the physical copy and half on audio and the narration is fantastic.
Your couch looks so comfy! 😊 I have The Adventures of Amina Al-Sarafi on hold at the library and am looking forward to it. I just started reading A Sorceress Comes to Call by T. Kingfisher and am listening to The Lost Queen by Signe Pike. 📚 🎧 Really enjoying this series!
I am only on page 14 🤣 - I started it before work this morning and was sad to leave it behind, if that says anything. I heard about it on the podcast PeruseProject - she reads a lot of fantasy, sci-fi and horror. You might like some of her recommendations.
P.S.! If you like time/memory stories, you might like Recursion by Blake Crouch. It read a bit like a movie but I enjoyed it as a quick, engaging read. A good one for your trip??😁
I just started the Detective Alyssa Wyatt series by Charly Cox and I am already finding it so comforting knowing that I'll be sticking with this character (possibly many of them) for a while. I feel like I'm putting my guard down faster with her knowing that we are starting in on a longer relationship than previous characters that were part of a one-off. I'm curious, do you have this similar feeling about getting to know characters?
Yeah, there are certainly times where I enjoy sticking with stories that keep a central character. You get to see how they adapt to new things that come up, or they are just a comfort because you k ow what to expect.
If you want something "science-fictionesque" with a funny, sarcastic twist, try some of John Scalzi's novels (Red Shirts, Starter Villan, The Kaiju Preservation Society). They're hysterical!
I loved Mists of Avalon as a young reader but its been forever sullied for me by the actions of her and her husband Walter Breen, and I now find I cant revisit it with the same joy I had back then.
If you like time travel, The Rise and Fall of D.O.D.O is amazing. It takes time travel and puts into the hands of a bureaucratic government full of hilarious red tape. It even has a viking ode to Walmart.
I tried reading Time and Again because of what Stephen King had to say about it but I just couldn’t get into it. For me, 11-22-63 is so much better and just doesn’t compare. I just finished Fairy Tale and gotta say I was underwhelmed. I’d give the first 300 pages a 5 out of 5 but the last 300 a generous 2.
Weird I can’t find my comment, glad I came back! I looked on my Libby app for Vita Nostra and The Adventures of Amina Al-Sarafi but to no avail. I live in a super small county so not a ton available. Branden when you add libraries to your app do they charge you? I’m having a hard time finding other libraries to add or how to add. I love your location today! I hope you get or got rain! 🌼🌸🌻🌵 OOOHHHH and I highly suggest the book Take My Hand by Dolan Perkins-Valdez. It’s historical fiction and very good.
The other libraries I add are totally free. I watched a video on RUclips the walked me through it. Clark County library in Nevada let's you sign up online for free I know for sure. There are others as well.
Hi, wanted to share a new youtuber I just discovered who talked about a book I thought sounded like one you would like. Check out Chapters of Iris and the Society of Witches book.... you are still my favorite booktube channel :)
I did not like Vita Nostra. It's certainly hard to put down but it was overly provocative and you need some mental gymnastics to see why overly descriptive things that ultimately have no meaning were made to seem profound. The weird sex stuff had no purpose either whether it was the grooming at the beginning or the stuff at the school. Certainly a lot of people enjoy the weirdness and absurdity that absolutely makes you think but it didn't work for me. Interested what you think about the ending and if you might continue the series?
I can COMPLETELY understand this perspective in this book. It is wild and provocative is a great word. I don’t know if I like it or am just compelled. It’s a strange relationship. Lol
Join us for a couch surfing episode of Good Books Lately! This is a one-time location folks. We just had to make do with our lighting and timing. Hope you enjoy!
I actually loved the feel of both of you criss cross applesauce like we were just chilling together while y'all talked.
I love the cozy couch setup; it feels like we're sitting in your living room with you!
If only! 😂. This setup may come back for sure.
Yes, I like it too. I think you should do every episode on this comfy couch. 'Cause books and coziness fit perfectly together ;)
It all depends on liking and timing
Love you guys on the couch! You should do it more often. Feels so cozy and is just the perfect setting to talk about books. Really enjoyable. 🙂
We might have to do that. Especially if the lighting works out that way. ❤️❤️❤️
Yes, please keep the 🛋 set-up.
We just might. 🤷🏻♂️😁
Enjoyed your new couch setting …. both quotes were FANTASTIC! 🎉
Yay, thank you! Glad you like them! ❤️❤️❤️
Fun, I think you two could pull off a setup of sitting on haystacks outside and it would still be cool! I'm currently reading: The Martian, Slewfoot, and Throne of Glass. I recently finished Circe (OMG LOVE), The Assassin's Blade, and Weyward.
😂😂😂 thank you. How did you like The Assassin's Blade? That's one that I've had my eye on for a bit.
@@GoodBooksLately I did like The Assassin's Blade. I like Sarah J. Maas's writing style, so that helps. After reading the ACOTAR series, I wanted to read more. With the Throne of Glass series, I read that it's best to start with The Assassin's Blade first, so I did. Now I'm looking forward to reading the series and see how TAB ties into the series.
I love listening to you guys! I agree with others in liking you on the couch. You seem more relaxed.❤❤❤
Yay! Thank you! I was a bit different. May have to mix in the couch set up some more. ❤😁
I adore listening to you two talk about the books you're reading. Thanks for all the recommendations!
Glad you like them! We have a blast doing so. ❤️😁❤️
Love the Stephen King T-shirt! Totally agree.
Thank you! Tayler got it for me. ❤️😁❤️
Love love love the couch vibe!!! So cozy and not at all off putting! So at home which is where we all read! Love you guys!
So glad you enjoyed this one! ❤️❤️❤️
I read Mists of Avalon as a kid and really enjoyed it.
Awesome! 👍❤️👍
I’m currently waiting on Libby for The Adventures of Amina & The Bright Sword. The time travel books sound super interesting too.
You will love Amin al-Sarfi! Let us know when you finish. ❤️❤️❤️
Ohhhh i have been trying to schedule a trip to Santa Fe all year (for my 60th BD which was all the way back in April!) It is one of my favorite places. Enjoy ... and you'll have to let us know about any great bookstores!
Yes! We will certainly do that. I know we will be on the look out for some. ❤
I think I heard you mention in one podcast that you have a Broward County library card. If you enroll in their email update (under Manage Your Subscriptions in the website) , it is another great resource for newish books. I get the Fiction one and the Sci Fi/Fantasy one. There are some good listings this month! 📚😁💳
Oh! Cool! I'll do that. Thanks! 😁❤👍
Yea! I was just wondering when you guys would be doing a video 😄😄
I took a break from cozy mysteries and just finished Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt! 5 stars in my opinion!
That is awesome! ❤️👍❤️
Love the couch - it contributed to the cozy vibe. Love the provocative quotes as well - lots to think about there... Have you tried Jack Whyte's Dream of Eagles series? If you love the whole King Arthur thing, you may love this series. The series is written from the perspective of Merlin, through the fall of the Roman empire. It is written in a manner that feels more like a plausible historical fiction than an fantasy. I loved that about it, because it made me feel like the legend was real. The first book in this series is called, The Skystone. It has been about 25 - 30 years since I read this series, but there are things about it that still come back to me. Thank you for your recommendations. Have a wonderful day!
Thank you! No we haven't, but sounds intriguing. Thanks for the the recommendation! 😁👍❤️
Vita Nostra is one of my all time favorite. It's so wild and amazing. Unfortunately Sergey died the last year but before dying they had written the following of Vita Nostra. Here in France they are translating it and I'm soooo looking forward to read it. I'm so happy you are enjoying the experience and you've explained it very well! 😍 PS the two books that already exist and follow are very different from Vita Nostra at the point you can read them as a stand alone. There are new protagonists and locations. I've read the 3th one and didn't like it. The actual following of Vita Nostra will be the 4th in the series.
Oh, interesting. Thanks for the heads up. 👍❤️👍
oh im reading wolf hall series because of you! love it😊
That's one on my list to read as well. 😁👍😁
Tayler and Branden, I read a lot of the books you guys review, really enjoy the podcast and format. Finished Slewfoot recently (loved it AND the fantastic artwork) and Vita nostra will definitely be on my TBR! May even get back into Stephen King…hmm
That's awesome. Thank you for the support. Tayler just finished Vita Nostra and is itching to talk about it. Keep posted for a new video coming soon. ❤️👍❤️
I live in Los Alamos!! You'll love Santa Fe. ❤
Yay! We've been before and really enjoyed it. It will be a much needed trip. 😁❤️
I love history too. Recommend the History Chicks podcast because they connect separate events through female biographies. Love how you have a shared goals and are making it new with each episode
Great suggestion! I think we have listened to them before. ❤❤
Another fabulous episode. It would be really cool if you did record when you are on holiday 😊
Thank you! We are certainly going to try. 😁❤
I recently read “Miss Morgan’s Book Brigade” it is based on a true story about a librarian during WWI. It’s a story have never heard about and absolutely loved it! It is very much historical fiction but closely based on a true story. Highly recommend! The only negative is the book cover I found it to be kind of cheesy and I wouldn’t have picked it up if weren’t recommended.
Very cool! Sounds great! 👍❤️👍
I like the causal vibe of this video! 📚 🍁 ☕️
Thank you! We had fun. ❤️😁❤️
omg.....i love you guys but i literally cannot add anymore to my tbr!!!!! 😊
Ahhh! Thank you! But, like, what's one more book? Or two? 😂❤️😂
Have you read the Mary Stewart series about the Arthurian legend that starts with The Crystal Cave? Very old series, but I still think back on it decades later when the topic comes up.
No, we have not, but we may have to check it out. 👍❤️👍
I LOVED Time and Again & From Time to Time!! My husband & I listened to them on cassette tape YEARS ago, and we still talk about them! The audio versions were fantastic. I've never heard anyone else talk about these books. Thanks for bringing them to people's attention. They are never out of style.
Oh I love this! They really are special stories. Branden needs to listen next. I think he’ll love them. ❤️
I. Love. This. Podcast. 😊❤📚
Thank you so much Kimmy! ❤️❤️❤️
Currently listening to Red Rising by Pierce Brown
Oh, cool! How's it going?
Loved your bookmark of "the sword" from The book "Mist of Avalon". I read it over 35 years ago. Keep reading, it's a different take on the adultery of Gwynhefar & Sir Lancelot, and the lure of control by the Woman of the Lake.
Good to know! I plan on continuing. ❤️❤️❤️
It would be great to hear Brandon's take on the Joe Abercrombie First Law books.
They are totally on my list to read. I'm eager to get into them. 👍😁👍
@@GoodBooksLately yes! 💪🏻
I'm thinking November. Or maybe I make the first one my next family book club book. 🤷🏻♂️
@GoodBooksLately That's a great idea! My husband read it first and then insisted I read it. I have no regrets!
It's a great series to have a drinkypoo, and a chit chat over 🍸🍷🍺🫖☕️
@@GoodBooksLately Pardon the Aussie slang 😅🥴
Another fun video, just in time for me to watch while eating dinner 😊 thanks!
Hope you enjoy! ❤️❤️❤️
If you're looking for time travel suggestions I would recommend either 'The Mirror' by Marlys Millhiser or 'The Map of Time' by Felix J. Palma, which is the first book in a trilogy.
Awesome! Thanks for the recommendations! 👍❤️👍
Tayler, I want to thank you for recommending One Dark Window. Oh my gosh! It was so good I had to start reading the sequel immediately. I also had to laugh because I tried to read The Mists of Avalon many years ago, and when you held it up, my only memory of it was "Long, slow and boring" and then you commented that it was slow, and you had to move on to something else. I honestly can't even remember if I finished it or not.
You're so welcome! I'm glad you enjoyed it! ❤️❤️❤️
I don't think it's possible to explain or spoil Vita Nostra. No clue where to begin explaining what it is about, and yet it's best allegory for higher education and becoming an adult I've ever read. I read it half in the physical copy and half on audio and the narration is fantastic.
I think now that Tayler has finished it, she would say the same thing. 😂
Your couch looks so comfy! 😊 I have The Adventures of Amina Al-Sarafi on hold at the library and am looking forward to it. I just started reading A Sorceress Comes to Call by T. Kingfisher and am listening to The Lost Queen by Signe Pike. 📚 🎧 Really enjoying this series!
You will love Amina al-Sarfi! How's A Sorceress Comes to Call going? I'm intrigued by that as well. 👍❤️👍
I am only on page 14 🤣 - I started it before work this morning and was sad to leave it behind, if that says anything. I heard about it on the podcast PeruseProject - she reads a lot of fantasy, sci-fi and horror. You might like some of her recommendations.
P.S.! If you like time/memory stories, you might like Recursion by Blake Crouch. It read a bit like a movie but I enjoyed it as a quick, engaging read. A good one for your trip??😁
Great! Thanks for the recommendation.
Tayler: I just bought a book seat and it's all your "fault" - so THANK YOU!
😂❤️😂
I just started the Detective Alyssa Wyatt series by Charly Cox and I am already finding it so comforting knowing that I'll be sticking with this character (possibly many of them) for a while. I feel like I'm putting my guard down faster with her knowing that we are starting in on a longer relationship than previous characters that were part of a one-off. I'm curious, do you have this similar feeling about getting to know characters?
Yeah, there are certainly times where I enjoy sticking with stories that keep a central character. You get to see how they adapt to new things that come up, or they are just a comfort because you k ow what to expect.
If you want something "science-fictionesque" with a funny, sarcastic twist, try some of John Scalzi's novels (Red Shirts, Starter Villan, The Kaiju Preservation Society). They're hysterical!
I have Starter Villian on my TBR. 😊
Oh great! Thank you. I think I've heard of Red Shirts before. 👍
I loved Mists of Avalon as a young reader but its been forever sullied for me by the actions of her and her husband Walter Breen, and I now find I cant revisit it with the same joy I had back then.
Yes. I understand that. I only very recently discovered the accusations and it’s certainly changed the feel of the reading experience.
If you like time travel, The Rise and Fall of D.O.D.O is amazing. It takes time travel and puts into the hands of a bureaucratic government full of hilarious red tape. It even has a viking ode to Walmart.
Very cool! Thanks for the tip! 👍❤️👍
I tried reading Time and Again because of what Stephen King had to say about it but I just couldn’t get into it. For me, 11-22-63 is so much better and just doesn’t compare. I just finished Fairy Tale and gotta say I was underwhelmed. I’d give the first 300 pages a 5 out of 5 but the last 300 a generous 2.
I (Branden) love 11-22-63 and would probably feel the same way, but am going to try and read Time and Again. 😁😁😁
Weird I can’t find my comment, glad I came back! I looked on my Libby app for Vita Nostra and The Adventures of Amina Al-Sarafi but to no avail. I live in a super small county so not a ton available. Branden when you add libraries to your app do they charge you? I’m having a hard time finding other libraries to add or how to add. I love your location today! I hope you get or got rain! 🌼🌸🌻🌵 OOOHHHH and I highly suggest the book Take My Hand by Dolan Perkins-Valdez. It’s historical fiction and very good.
The other libraries I add are totally free. I watched a video on RUclips the walked me through it. Clark County library in Nevada let's you sign up online for free I know for sure. There are others as well.
@@GoodBooksLately thank you!
You're welcome. Here's the link to the video I watched: ruclips.net/video/Z4IgjQMe7Rg/видео.htmlsi=58NLWY0xPIsPMNI1
@@GoodBooksLately awesome! Thank you.
How did it go? Have you linked up on Libby with some new libraries?
LOL "it's a school for special kids but I don't know how special they are"....
😂😂😂
LOL you have a monster squad shirt on?
😂😂😂
I would love to hear your top 10 books of all time, if you haven't discussed it before
We would LOVE to do that!
Hi, wanted to share a new youtuber I just discovered who talked about a book I thought sounded like one you would like. Check out Chapters of Iris and the Society of Witches book.... you are still my favorite booktube channel :)
Oh, cool. Thanks for the recommendation. And also, happy to hear we are still your favorite. 😁❤️😁
What are the Stephen King rules 🤷🏻?
Not sure he has rules per se…..it means he’s the greatest of all time.
😂 yes! This!
I did not like Vita Nostra. It's certainly hard to put down but it was overly provocative and you need some mental gymnastics to see why overly descriptive things that ultimately have no meaning were made to seem profound. The weird sex stuff had no purpose either whether it was the grooming at the beginning or the stuff at the school. Certainly a lot of people enjoy the weirdness and absurdity that absolutely makes you think but it didn't work for me. Interested what you think about the ending and if you might continue the series?
I can COMPLETELY understand this perspective in this book. It is wild and provocative is a great word. I don’t know if I like it or am just compelled. It’s a strange relationship. Lol
Sorry personally can't stomach anything Stephen King whose turned into a loon.
Hey, no problem. We all have our own feelings about people. 🤷🏻♂️