In this 2025 Reading Wrapped episode of the Book Love Podcast, we’re looking back on a year full of books, audiobooks, podcasting milestones, and hard-earned reading lessons. We talk about the reading goals we set (and wildly exceeded), how audiobooks changed the way we read, the authors and genres that surprised us most, and the bookish events that made 2025 unforgettable. Along the way, we reflect on what reading taught us about hype versus quality, why community matters more than numbers, and how podcasting pushed us to explore beyond our comfort zones. We wrap things up by looking ahead to 2026, sharing the reading goals we’re excited about next and why curiosity and exploration are guiding everything we plan to read.

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Connect with Becca & Matt:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/booklove_podcast
• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@book.love.podcast
• Email: BookClubByBecca@gmail.com (podcast) & bookishohiomatt@gmail.com (Matt from Ohio)

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All Podcast Episodes: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUbby2KW2XvdSdqrDORzMqa_Et6k8Qngm&si=WFy7RbVmhBtjWB3k

Author Interviews: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUbby2KW2XvfXXKrG6X4UWTnyU0S7s6NI&si=ZFwZw9FuJvk0IYXq

Spoiler-Free Book Reviews: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUbby2KW2XvfSpfBBfAfxynAgLTcNvnAT&si=TUqkQ3bv7pQJtyb6

Spoiler Filled Book Reviews: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUbby2KW2Xve832drS0lPw_coM67FyWC5&si=euj8-tBou3s5FhV7

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• 00:00 - Intro
• 03:00 - Wrapped...is that right?
• 04:49 - Reading Goals
• 09:15 - Audiobooks
• 13:45 - Reading Achievements
• 15:40 - Favorites
• 20:01 - Least Favorites
• 24:05 - Lessons Learned: The Industry
• 28:23 - Most Read
• 31:20 - What Did You Learn About Yourself?
• 37:00 - A Year of Podcasting
• 42:45 - Bookish Events and Experiences
• 46:50 - Internet Trends
• 49:50 5 Star & 1 Star Reads
• 01:02:15 - DNF & Not Rated
• 01:04:20 - 2026 Things
• 01:05:30 - Closing Thoughts
• 01:06:35 - Outro

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In this episode, we’re sharing our full book review of Timeborne by Sara Samuels, a fantasy romance that blends time travel, ancient Rome, and emotionally driven storytelling. If you’re curious whether Timeborne lives up to the hype, where it shines, and where it stumbles, this spoiler-aware discussion breaks it all down.

We talk through what worked for us, what surprised us, and how the characters (especially Olivia) grew over the course of the story. We dig into character development, pacing, and the balance between plot-driven action and emotional depth, plus how the revamped edition strengthened the overall experience. And yes — we cover the spice level, the historical details, and those moments that made us stop and say, “Okay… that was a choice.”

You’ll hear our personal ratings, where this one landed for us as a fantasy romance, and what we’re hoping to see if the story continues — including future timelines, bigger stakes, and shifting relationship dynamics. If you’ve finished Timeborne, are deciding whether to pick it up, or just want a cozy, thoughtful book review, come hang out with us and talk it through.

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Connect with Becca & Matt:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/booklove_podcast

Email: BookClubByBecca@gmail.com (podcast) & bookishohiomatt@gmail.com (Matt from Ohio)

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Timeborne Videos: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUbby2KW2XvdiPtvz7ZzQxdMZKt-VIaNH&si=-AsUUT_JDKXTjBue

Author Interviews: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUbby2KW2XvfXXKrG6X4UWTnyU0S7s6NI&si=ZFwZw9FuJvk0IYXq

Spoiler-Free Book Reviews: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUbby2KW2XvfSpfBBfAfxynAgLTcNvnAT&si=TUqkQ3bv7pQJtyb6

Spoiler Filled Book Reviews: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUbby2KW2Xve832drS0lPw_coM67FyWC5&si=euj8-tBou3s5FhV7

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• 00:00 - Intro
• 00:45 - Story Synopsis
• 02:40 - Ratings and Reviews
• 04:45 - Recommendation?
• 07:00 - Character and Plot Analysis
• 11:12 - Historical Context and Setting
• 13:20 - Spice & Romance
• 16:04 - Predictions
• 20:04 - Podcast Future
• 24:15 - Outro

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We’ve made it to the end of Timeborne, and chapters 26–37 bring the chaos, the revelations, and a whole lot to talk about. In this episode, we’re unpacking the final stretch of the book — from complicated relationships and brutal turning points to the jaw-dropping twists around Roman’s past and the prophecy of time-controlling twins.

We share our reactions as the story leans darker and more intense, talk through what worked (and what left us questioning things), and dig into how character development and plot twists shaped the ending. And of course, we can’t help but debate historical accuracy, time-travel logic, and what all of this could mean if the story continues.

If you’ve finished Timeborne, are reading along with us, or just want a thoughtful book club-style discussion of the final chapters, grab a drink and come break it all down with us.

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Connect with Becca & Matt:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/booklove_podcast
• Email: BookClubByBecca@gmail.com (podcast) & bookishohiomatt@gmail.com (Matt from Ohio)

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Timeborne Videos: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUbby2KW2XvdiPtvz7ZzQxdMZKt-VIaNH&si=-AsUUT_JDKXTjBue

Author Interviews: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUbby2KW2XvfXXKrG6X4UWTnyU0S7s6NI&si=ZFwZw9FuJvk0IYXq

Spoiler-Free Book Reviews: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUbby2KW2XvfSpfBBfAfxynAgLTcNvnAT&si=TUqkQ3bv7pQJtyb6

Spoiler Filled Book Reviews: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUbby2KW2Xve832drS0lPw_coM67FyWC5&si=euj8-tBou3s5FhV7

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• 00:00 - Intro
• 00:38 - General Thoughts & Impressions
• 02:55 - Plot Recap & Summary
• 16:10 - The Historical Accuracy Refund Program (satire)
• 17:25 - Deep Dive Discussion
• 35:30 - Outro

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