Romancing the Shelf

Nora Roberts' The Lost Brides Trilogy: The Seven Rings May 21, 2026 54:55 We are continuing on with Nora's most recent trilogy and we have ...thoughts. The Mirror (2024) picks up right where The Inheritance left off, and we have SO MANY questions. But does this book have any answers? Come listen in, as we aren't holding back.

Nora Robert's The Lost Brides Trilogy: The Inheritance Apr 23, 2026 01:12:47 How can it be that we have caught up to Nora's most recent trilogy?? We were very excited to jump into this one. Old mansions, dead brides, and Maine views? We are there! Listen in as we discuss the first in The Lost Brides Trilogy: The Inheritance (2023).

JD Robb: Imitation In Death Mar 26, 2026 01:04:25 Eve has got her work cut out for her on this one with an arrogant, copycat serial killer and the only clue is a piece of stationary?? You may want to get out a notepad as we try to keep these suspects straight during this discussion of Imitation In Death (2003).

JD Robb: Portrait In Death Mar 5, 2026 01:12:36 Are you ready for some Roarke lore?? We are! We are coming back to In Death, and Eve has A LOT going on. Having to manage the home front on top of solving murders is tough! Join us as we discuss Portrait In Death (2003).

Nora Roberts: Hidden Nature Feb 12, 2026 01:12:22 This book has one of our most...interesting Nora couples, and we aren't talking about our heroes! These villains are adding new levels to creepy, but our MC is on the case! We can't believe we've caught up to Nora's most recent standalone, Hidden Nature (2025).

Nora Roberts: Mind Games Jan 22, 2026 01:19:22 Over 200 books in, and Nora is still taking us by surprise! The tropes are new and the villain is unlike another, but it still has those Nora elements that we know and love. We can't believe it, but we are discussing Mind Games (2024)!

Nora Roberts Movie Watch: Magic Moments & Sanctuary Jan 1, 2026 55:25 If you've been sleeping on our movie watch episodes, PLEASE don't skip this one. We are discussing Nora's first two movie adaptations, and it was such a fun, crazy ride. Listen in as we break down the movies Magic Moments (1989) and Sanctuary (2001).

Nora Roberts: Identity Dec 11, 2025 01:19:52 We aren't going to bury the lead. Over four decades in, and Nora is BRINGING it with Identity (2024). We have a hardworking heroine, a grumpy leading man, and a truly scary serial killer. This is a new read for both of us, and we are ready to rave!

Nora Roberts: Nightwork Nov 20, 2025 01:13:39 Harry, Booth, Silas, oh my! Nora is bringing us a new epic with a charming thief and a touch of fate. Are we sensing some 90s Nora vibes?! We are discussing Nightwork (2022)!

Nora Roberts' Dragon Heart Legacy Trilogy: The Choice Oct 30, 2025 01:12:37 Another trilogy coming to an end, and Nora went in a direction we weren't expecting! After all of these years, she can still surprise us. It is time to wrap things up with The Choice (2022)!

Nora Roberts' Dragon Heart Legacy Trilogy: The Becoming Oct 9, 2025 01:23:36 Continuing on with the Dragon Heart Trilogy! And...we have some big opinions on this one. Nora is expanding the world and upping the stakes. Listen in as we discuss The Becoming (2021)!

Nora Roberts' Dragon Heart Legacy Trilogy: The Awakening Sep 18, 2025 01:10:32 A new trilogy! This is a completely fresh read for Emily, and Heidi has only read the first one. Nora is bringing all the magic in this one: dragons, fairies, witches, and big bad grand-dad god. We are giving you all of our thoughts of The Awakening (2020).

JD Robb: Purity In Death Aug 28, 2025 01:11:34 We have one more In Death for you before we head back to 2020s Nora, and this one even has Eve crying! Vigilantes are doling out "justice," and Eve is on the case (screw public opinion!). We are discussing Purity In Death (2002).

JD Robb: Reunion In Death Aug 7, 2025 01:02:39 We are back with another In Death! And...we may not see eye to eye with our girl Eve on everything in this one. *gasp!* Eve is bouncing around the country facing trauma and chasing a manipulative murderess, and Peabody is given a chance to shine. We are breaking it all down in this discussion of Reunion In Death (2002).

Nora Roberts Movie Watch: Carolina Moon & Midnight Bayou Jul 17, 2025 55:59 Grab your popcorn! It's time for another Nora movie discussion. This time we have two southern thrillers: Carolina Moon and Midnight Bayou. How did Lifetime do adapting these great Nora books? We have thoughts!

Nora Roberts: Legacy Jun 26, 2025 01:32:18 A fitness empire heiress and a graphic novel author find love after loss in Legacy (2021)! And there's an obsessed stalker, an cute smalltown in Maryland, and adorable dogs. It's a new Nora with all the staples, and we have much to discuss.

Nora Roberts: Hideaway Jun 5, 2025 01:38:02 It's a new decade, and a brand new read for Emily! That is going to be the case for many books from here on, so if you love completely fresh takes then you'll love this season! This thriller has kidnapping, murders, a villainous mother, and so much more! We are breaking down Hideaway (2020).

Nora Roberts: The 2010s! May 15, 2025 01:08:09 Another decade is complete! Wow. There were some big Nora shifts in this decade, and we can't leave it behind without some reflection. Which books and characters were our favorites? Who was the scariest villain? What happened to side romances?? All that in more in this episode!

Nora Roberts: Under Currents May 1, 2025 01:25:33 The last book of the 2010s is a blend of small town feels and heart-pounding tension. Nora has us asking throughout...wait, who is our villain?! Listen in as we discuss Under Currents (2019).

Nora Roberts: Shelter In Place Apr 17, 2025 01:26:35 I think we can all agree, Patricia is SCARY! Also, Shelter In Place (2018) is not a romance. However, this book is a tense and thrilling suspense, and we are here for it.

Nora Roberts' Chronicles of the One Trilogy: The Rise of Magicks Apr 3, 2025 01:31:53 Nora has been taking us for an emotional ride, and now it's time for Fallon to save the ENTIRE world. No big. We are discussing the epic conclution of this trilogy: The Rise of Magicks (2019).

Nora Roberts' Chronicles of the One Trilogy: Of Blood and Bone Mar 20, 2025 01:12:54 Nora left us an emotional wreck after book one of this trilogy and has placed the weight of the world on baby Fallon's shoulders. Of Blood and Bone (2018) raises the stakes as our girl grows up and starts assembling the Dream Team. This is Emily's first read-through, so don't miss it!

Nora Roberts' Chronicles of the One Trilogy: Year One, Part 2 Mar 6, 2025 56:20 We had to leave you with a cliff hanger in our last episode, but we are here to finish up our discussion of Year One (2017)! Nora is throwing the playbook out the window with this trilogy, and we have big feelings!

Nora Roberts' Chronicles of the One Trilogy: Year One, Part 1 Feb 20, 2025 56:54 You think that after almost four decades you know Nora? Well our queen is embarking into new territory with this trilogy. First up is Year One (2017), and we have so much to say that it had to be a two-parter!

JD Robb: Seduction in Death Feb 6, 2025 01:14:21 Ugh, what's worse than an entitled, bored, narcissistic rich boy? TWO entitled, rich, narcissistic boys. Eve has her hands full in this one with two killers, but thankfully she has the team (including Roarke behind her)! Listen as we try to contain our feminine rage as we discuss Seduction in Death (2001).

JD Robb: Betrayal in Death Jan 23, 2025 01:03:00 We are excited to be back with Eve and Roarke! We are loving seeing their relationship (both personal and professional) grow. But, uh oh, Peabody and McNab are NOT okay. And have we mentioned the gruesome murders that need to be solved? Listen in as we discuss Betrayal In Death (2001).

Nora Roberts Movie Watch: Angel's Fall and Blue Smoke Jan 9, 2025 50:56 Grab your popcorn, it's time for a movie watch! Can Hollywood ever do a Nora book justice? Well we have some thoughts! Listen as we discuss the movie adaptations of Angel's Fall and Blue Smoke.

Nora Roberts: Come Sundown Dec 12, 2024 01:29:31 Well here we go.... For better or for worse, it is time for (in our opinion) Nora's darkest book. Definitely don't miss this discussion of Come Sundown (2017).

Nora Roberts: The Obsession Nov 28, 2024 01:33:14 After so many Nora thrillers, we have asked ourselves...what happens to the family after this?? In The Obsession (2016) Nora is giving us an answer. The trauma is real here, but so is the healing!

Nora Roberts' The Guardians Trilogy: Island of Glass Nov 14, 2024 01:10:02 This book has a lot of the hallmarks of a classic Nora fantasy series: magic, curses, and the age-old battle of good vs. evil all wrapped up in a beautiful Irish setting. Listen in as we discuss the epic conclusion to this series with Island of Glass (2016).

Nora Roberts' The Guardians Trilogy: Bay of Sighs Oct 31, 2024 01:24:50 She's sexy, she's kind, and she has a tail...sometimes. It's our first (and only) Nora mermaid love story! Bay of Sighs (2016) takes us to an even darker place, and we are here for it.

Nora Roberts' The Guardians Trilogy: Stars of Fortune Oct 17, 2024 01:12:10 Get excited, because we are starting a new trilogy that one of us has NEVER read. First up is Stars of Fortune (2015) with our reluctant seer Sasha and her street magic boyfriend. This trilogy has a lot of firsts, so listen in as we discuss!

JD Robb: Judgment In Death Oct 3, 2024 01:17:18 We are back with In Death, and there is trouble in paradise! Eve has a mess on all sides in Judgment in Death (2000). Cops are dying, cops are dirty, cops (*cough* Webster *cough*) are hiding in her bushes, and Roarke isn't speaking to her! You don't want to miss this one!

JD Robb: Witness in Death Sep 19, 2024 01:20:49 Is this an In Death or Agatha Christie?? Witness In Death (2000) is scaling down the In Death universe to a more intimate mystery. It's a real whodunit and we loved it! Also, Eve and Roarke are super cute in this one. (Swoon.)

Nora Roberts: The Liar Sep 5, 2024 01:31:52 Can we really ever go home again? What about after our emotionally abusive husband is lost at sea and leaves us with a three year old and a mountain of debt? Welcome to The Liar (2015)! Shelby is trying to move on by moving back to her hometown, but her husband's drama just keeps following her... Listen in as we enjoy the small town feels!

Nora Roberts: The Collector Aug 22, 2024 01:29:49 Time and maturity is giving us a newfound perspective on these 2010 Nora's! This is the last episode of Season 7, and we are ending it with murder, mystery, a moody artist, and a peeping Tom heroine. Listen as we talk The Collector (2014)!

Nora Roberts' The Cousins O'Dwyer Trilogy: Blood Magick Jul 25, 2024 01:11:32 Oh my, did we have opinions on this one! And we desparately want to know your thoughts too! It's the final book in this trilogy, so of course, it is time to take down the big bad Cabhan and resolve the second chance romance between Fin and Branna. How does Nora do it all? Listen in as we discuss Blood Magick (2014).

Nora Roberts' The Cousins O'Dwyer Trilogy: Shadow Spell Jul 11, 2024 01:27:05 Who doesn't love a friends-to-lovers story?! But while reading this story, we started to have some déjà vu.... We are breaking it all down in this episode as we discuss Connor and Meara in Shadow Spell (2014).

Nora Roberts' The Cousins O'Dwyer Trilogy: Dark Witch Jun 27, 2024 01:26:44 Another witchy Nora trilogy! Our heroine Iona goes to Ireland ready to find where she belongs. This one has charming Irish cousins, grumpy/sunshine meets boss/employee, and a big bad evil! Come listen to us discuss The Dark Witch (2013)!

Nora Roberts: Whiskey Beach Jun 13, 2024 01:27:55 In part 2 of "Nora Roberts is our secret best friend," we are headed to Boston! Our hero is suspected of murder and needs a safe haven, but someone is breaking into the family mansion looking for treasure and the cleaning lady keeps forcing him to drink water. Listen in on our discussion of Whiskey Beach (2013)!

Nora Roberts: The Witness May 30, 2024 01:29:11 Our heroine is a woman of many names - Elizabeth, Liz, Abigail - but who is she really? Well, our hero Brooks really wants to find out! Is he pushy or just dedicated to his job and community? Is Liz/Abby frustrating or endearing? Also, where did the Russian mafia go?? We have some mixed feelings on The Witness (2012). Listen in and let us know if you agree!

JD Robb: Loyalty In Death May 16, 2024 01:35:36 Another In Death! And the stakes are HIGH in this one. Eve is taking on Cassandra - a greedy terrorist group with a delusional self-image as selfless vigilantes. Even with all that going on, what's really on our mind is...what's happening with Peabody and McNab?? Listen in as we discuss Loyalty In Death (1999)!

JD Robb: Conspiracy In Death May 2, 2024 01:19:54 We are back in the In Death universe! For one of us Conspiracy In Death (1999) is our favorite In Death so far, and for the other, it has our biggest heart flutter in the series! Don't miss this one!

Nora Roberts' Inn Boonsboro Trilogy: The Perfect Hope Apr 4, 2024 01:15:07 Another classic opposites attract story! Or is it?? We are wrapping up the Inn Boonsboro Trilogy with big brother Ryder and our girl Hope (aka, The Perfect Hope). And we also have a ghost mystery to solve. Don't miss it!

Nora Roberts' Inn Boonsboro Trilogy: The Last Boyfriend Mar 23, 2024 52:54 Ah, the friends to lovers trope. Is there any more adorably sweet? Owen was Avery's first boyfriend and now one of her best friends. Can they be something more? Listen in as discuss The Last Boyfriend (2012)!

Nora Roberts' Inn Boonsboro Trilogy: The Next Always Mar 7, 2024 01:33:21 We are so excited to be in THE trilogy - the guidebook for Nora-land - the Inn Boonsboro trilogy! We will be starting with Claire and Beckett in The Next Always (2011), where the line between a sweet unrequited crush and an obsessive stalker is clearly drawn!

Nora Roberts: Chasing Fire Feb 22, 2024 01:44:18 Fire jumping, equipment tampering, murder, and co-worker romance - it's Chasing Fire (2011)! We had so much fun with this one! Plus, the heroine is a real baddie - in the best way.

Nora Roberts: The Search Feb 8, 2024 01:37:52 Can a girl just get some peace?? Poor Fiona needs to face, not just one, but two serial killers! Thankfully she finds a grumpy, carpenter boyfriend to help. We are loving the dogs and woodsy vibes in The Search (2010).

Nora Roberts: The 2000s! Jan 25, 2024 01:03:58 We have completed another Nora decade! The 2000s were so much fun, and we need to recap. Who were our favorite heroes and heroines? What were the big themes and changes through the decade? And, what are we looking forward to as we move into the 2010s? We have all that and more in this season wrap-up!

Nora Roberts Movie Watch: High Noon and Tribute Jan 11, 2024 54:29 We just couldn't help ourselves. The Nora movie adaptations were calling to us and we had to answer! We watched the Lifetime adaptations of High Noon and Tribute, and it is time to discuss. Also on the agenda, what makes a great book to movie adaptation? Plus, some of our favorites!

JD Robb: Holiday in Death Dec 28, 2023 01:08:40 Getting into the holiday spirit In Death style! We are closing out season 6 with Holiday In Death (1998). Is it wrong for us to say that we had SO MUCH fun while reading this festive Christmas tale with a murdering Santa Claus? Because we did! Seriously, don't miss this one!

JD Robb: Vengence in Death Dec 14, 2023 01:25:42 A certain cop who struggles with work-life balance and her billionaire husband have been on our mind, so it is time to return to the In Death universe! Vegeance in Death (1997) doesn't disappoint with gruesome murders, explosions, passion, a trip to Ireland, and the introduction of McNab!

Nora Roberts' The Bride Quartet: Happily Ever After Nov 30, 2023 01:27:01 Parker always has a plan, but she didn't plan for bad-boy Malcolm! We are wrapping up the Bride Quartet with Happily Ever After (2010). This book gives us ALL the feels as a beautiful, friend-focused series gets wrapped up in a bow.

100th Episode Special: The Emidi Awards Nov 16, 2023 01:48:10 Our 100th episode! We had to celebrate with ceremony, so this is the Emidi Awards: Nora Edition. We have nominees and winners for a variety of categories, and we discuss almost 30 Nora titles! We also have honorable mention categories at the end, and we need YOU to weigh on the winners. Don't miss this one!

Nora Roberts' The Bride Quartet: Savor the Moment Nov 2, 2023 01:10:35 This episode we've got the tropes! If you love best friends to lovers or best friends brother then this is the Bride Quartet story for you. Del and Laurel have known each other FOREVER, but what happens when the attraction is out in the open? It is time for Savor the Moment (2010)!

Nora Roberts' The Bride Quartet: Bed of Roses Oct 19, 2023 01:21:22 Love is in the air, and no one loves love like our girl Emma! And, is this one of the spiciest Nora's we've read? Jack and Emma are heating things up in Bed of Roses (2009). Come listen!

Nora Roberts' The Bride Quartet: Vision in White Oct 5, 2023 01:15:41 Reading was a bit intense over the summer, so we are excited to go a little less high stakes. (Or is it??) It's the Bride Quartet! We are loving this friend group and the business they've built together. Our girl Mac is up first as we focus on Vision in White (2009)!

Nora Roberts: Black Hills Sep 21, 2023 01:13:12 It's cooling off outside, so it's the perfect time to head to the rugged landscape of South Dakota! Black Hills (2009) has childhood friends, exes trope, big cats, and a murderous stalker that can't spell. Don't miss this one!

Nora Roberts: Tribute Sep 7, 2023 01:35:01 If you love a great whodunit, this is a great one! Tribute (2008) has a driven but vulnerable heroine, a hot but nerdy neighbor, and a decades long mystery to solve. We loved every minute!

Nora Roberts: High Noon Aug 24, 2023 01:49:32 When you are a top level hostage negotiator with a daughter and an agoraphobic mom, it can be hard to make time for love and romance! We were on the edge of our seats watching our heroine in High Noon (2007) try to balance it all. We had a lot to say in this one!

Nora Roberts' The Sign of Seven Trilogy: Pagan Stone Aug 10, 2023 01:30:38 It has been quite the ride, but I think it's time to take this demon down! This is our third and final episode discussing the Sign of Seven trilogy, with a focus on Pagan Stone (2008)! Neither Gage nor Cybil ever planned on settling down, but is there room in their lives for love? Don't miss this exciting conclusion!

Nora Roberts' The Sign of Seven Trilogy: The Hollow Jul 27, 2023 01:23:21 We are continuing on with our discussion of the Sign of Seven trilogy, with a focus this time on The Hollow (2008)! We are loving the sexy, loyal, hippie-raised, small town laywer that is Fox. Can he and NYC Layla make a lifetime work? Oh, and there's a demon wreaking havoc. Don't miss this one!

Nora Roberts' The Sign of Seven Trilogy: Blood Brothers Jul 13, 2023 01:31:39 It's July, so there is better time to discuss The Sign of Seven Trilogy! This is one of Emily's all time favorites, full of small town vibes and demon scares. In this episode, we are diving deep into Blood Brothers (2007).

Nora Roberts' The Circle Trilogy: part 2 Jun 29, 2023 01:25:51 If you love age gap then we have the story for you! We are closing out The Circle Trilogy with a vampire and queen love story in Valley of Silence (2006). Don't miss the final battle at the end of this epic fantasy trilogy!

Nora Roberts' The Circle Trilogy: part 1 Jun 15, 2023 01:36:38 We are in full Nora-fantasy mode now! The Circle Trilogy has it all - vampires, witches, shape-shifters, demon hunters, and godesses with missions and really poor timing. This episode we are focusing on Morrigan's Cross (2006) and Dance of the Gods (2006).

Nora Roberts: Angel's Fall Jun 1, 2023 01:02:23 We see something new from Nora in Angel's Fall (2006) as she makes use of an unreliable narrator. Was there even a murder? Is a killer playing mindgames? Or is our heroine's past trauma taking over? Come listen as we discuss it all!

Nora Roberts: Blue Smoke May 18, 2023 01:19:11 We are kicking Season 6 off with a hot one! (Literally.) Blue Smoke (2005) delivers with great family dynamics, some love at first sight, and so much murder!

Nora Roberts' In the Garden Trilogy: Part 2 May 4, 2023 59:18 We are wrapping up the In the Garden trilogy and season 5 with Red Lily (2005)! We have the love story of a sweet, young mother coupled with a vengeful, body-possessing ghost! But she also really loves kids... Join us for this exciting conclusion!

Nora Roberts' In the Garden Trilogy: Part 1 Apr 20, 2023 01:36:54 We are so excited to discuss this trilogy that has so many unique elements within the Nora cannon! All of our heroines are mothers, our heroines represent three different decades of life, and don't forget the mothering but also homicidal ghost! In part 1, we are focusing on Blue Dahlia (2004) and Black Rose (2005).

Nora Roberts: Northern Lights Apr 6, 2023 01:19:01 Nora takes a distinct step in another direction in Northern Lights (2004). This book has all the intrigue and moody scenery we know and love, but does it have romance? We are discussing it all in this episode!

Nora Roberts: Birthright Mar 23, 2023 01:28:15 We have reached Emily's favorite Nora! A big statement, we know, but it's not hard to see why. Birthright (2003) has multiple love stories, mystery, family drama, and more! Listen in as we break it all down.

Nora Roberts' The Key Trilogy: Part 2 Mar 9, 2023 45:32 Who doesn't love a single mom with a bit of a chip on her shoulder? Zoe is used to handling everything herself, but she can't finish this epic quest all on her own! We are finishing up the Key Trilogy with Key of Valor (2003).

Nora Roberts' The Key Trilogy: Part 1 Feb 23, 2023 01:14:26 Who is ready for a quest?! The Key Trilogy brings together three women at a crossroads with action, mystery, mythology, magic, and love! In part one of our discussion, we are focusing on Key of Light (2003) and Key of Knowledge (2003).

Nora Roberts' Three Fates: Part 2 Feb 9, 2023 54:52 A book so great we needed two episodes! We are finishing up our discussion of Three Fates (2002). It's time for the couples to fall in love and take Anita down!

Nora Roberts' Three Fates: Part 1 Jan 26, 2023 53:21 The time has come! Three Fates (2002) is one of our all-time favorite Nora's! It is packed with great characters, mystery, murder, and love. So we couldn't fit it all in one episode! This is part one of our discussion of Three Fates.

Nora Roberts: The Villa Jan 12, 2023 01:12:14 It's time to brush up on your Italian and get ready for lots of family drama. We are talking about The Villa (2001)! This book is full of wine, murder, love, and even some humor. Come listen!

Nora Roberts' Three Sisters Island Trilogy: Part 2 Dec 29, 2022 01:02:16 We are finishing up our discussion of the Three Sisters Island Trilogy with Face the Fire (2002)! We don't always think so highly of our hero in this one? Can he turn things around by the end? Don't miss this conclusion!

Nora Roberts: Three Sisters Island Trilogy Dec 15, 2022 01:24:22 We have waited for this day a long time! It is time for the Three Sister's Island Trilogy! This trilogy is full of magic, suspense, friendship, and love. In part 1 of our discussion, we are focusing on Dance Upon the Air (2001) and Heaven and Earth (2001).

JD Robb's In Death: Rapture and Ceremony Dec 1, 2022 01:44:42 Thanks to our Patreon supporters, we have a new In Death episode for you! Continuing from where we left off, we are discussing Rapture In Death (1996) and Ceremony In Death (1997). And boy, we had some things to say. Listen in on our longest episode yet!

Nora Roberts: Midnight Bayou Nov 17, 2022 48:36 Nora brings all the sticky Southern feels in this one. No one does the South better! We are back in New Orleans with Midnight Bayou (2001). For all of those who love a ghost story, this is for you!

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