Literature on the Rocks

Serpent and Dove Book Club

The witches are back and so are we—this time for our Serpent & Dove book club! Sunny, Rachel, and Rox are stirring up conversations about power, rebellion, and what happens when fate ties two very unlikely people together. We’re mixing listener comments with our own hot takes, all while sipping on The Witch’s Pact, the cocktail that’s just as bold and intoxicating as Lou herself.
Grab your glass and join the coven—because when it comes to booze, banter, and a little magical chaos, this episode has it all.

Serpent and Dove Summary

Witches, hunters, and a marriage of convenience—oh my! In this Literature on the Rocks summary episode, Sunny, Rachel, and Rox crack open Serpent & Dove by Shelby Mahurin and walk you through every spell, sword fight, and swoony moment from start to finish. We dive deep into Lou’s sharp wit, Reed’s stubborn honor, and the fiery clash of love and loyalty that makes this enemies-to-lovers story such a magical ride.
Of course, no episode would be complete without a drink in hand—this time, we’re sipping on The Witch’s Pact, a cocktail as bold and bewitching as Lou herself. And when the last page is turned, we seal our fate with our signature shot ratings.
But the magic doesn’t stop here! Head to our website to answer our book prompt questions and keep the conversation going—we’ll feature listener responses in our upcoming book club episode. So grab your glass, stir in a little mischief, and join us for this enchanting summary of Serpent & Dove.

First Lie Wins Book Club

The lies are stacking up, the truths are unraveling, and we’re back with our First Lie Wins book club episode! Sunny, Rachel, and Rox dive into your responses to our prompts about Ashley Elston’s twisty thriller. We’re unpacking all the secrets, betrayals, and identity games that had us questioning everyone—and yes, debating whether we could ever pull off a con ourselves (spoiler: probably not).
Grab your Sweet Alibi cocktail, press play, and join the conversation—you might just see your comment featured in this episode!
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First Lie Wins Summary

Sunny, Rachel, and Rox are back with a twisty ride through First Lie Wins by Ashley Elston! In this summary episode, we unravel Evie Porter’s double life, secrets stacked on secrets, and the lies that keep her one step ahead—or so she thinks. From jaw-dropping reveals to characters you’ll love to hate, we’re breaking it all down chapter by chapter with plenty of banter and a cocktail in hand.
Was Evie a master manipulator or just trying to survive a game she never signed up for? Grab a drink, press play, and find out why this one left us questioning everything (and everyone).
For a chance to be featured on the book club epsiode fill out the discussion questions here! 

The Book of Azrael Book Club

It’s book club time, and Sunny, Rachel, and Rox are raising their glasses to Amber V. Nicole’s The Book of Azrael! 🍸 In this episode, we dive into your responses to some seriously thought-provoking questions. Liam insists Diana isn’t evil—but can someone commit violent acts and still be good at their core? Is morality about actions, intentions, or the messy mix in between? And of course, we couldn’t skip the most fun question of them all: if you had Diana’s shape-shifting powers, what would you become and why?
From your hilarious answers to your heart-wrenching takes, we’re breaking it all down with plenty of banter, a splash of sass, and just enough booze to keep things interesting. Whether you’re here for the dark fantasy drama, the messy romance, or just the book-club chaos, Sunny, Rachel, and Rox have you covered.
✨ Want to keep the conversation alive? Head over to literatureontherocks.com for  the discussion questions and grab the recipe for the World Ender cocktail here!

The Book of Azrael Summary

In this summary episode of Literature on the Rocks, we dive into The Book of Azrael by Amber V. Nicole—a dark fantasy romance full of ancient prophecies, enemies-to-lovers sparks, and a world on the brink of destruction. From slow-burn tension to morally gray characters who blur the line between hero and villain, we unpack every twist and turn of this gothic adventure. Of course, no apocalyptic love story is complete without a drink, so we’re sipping on our custom World Ender Cocktail—a dark, moody creation inspired by the book’s haunting atmosphere.
Listen in for our full breakdown, then head to our website to answer this week’s book discussion questions for a chance to have your thoughts featured in our upcoming Book Club episode. Grab your glass, brace for chaos, and join the conversation!

Yours Truly Book Club

It’s book club time, and we’re diving into Yours Truly by Abby Jimenez! From fake dating to heartfelt letters, this rom-com had us swooning, laughing, and maybe shedding a tear or two. We break down our book prompts, read listener responses, and chat about how this story made us feel about love, friendship, and second chances.
But wait—there’s more! We also play a round of our favorite game, Slip It In, where we each try to sneak in ridiculous words and phrases during the episode without getting caught. Spoiler: it gets chaotic fast.
Grab a drink, join the banter (discussion questions here), and let’s get into the love, laughter, and literary shenanigans.

Yours Truly Summary

Calling all soft hearts and overthinkers—this one’s for you. In this summary episode, we’re cracking open Yours Truly by Abby Jimenez, a romance that had us tearing up in the best way, appreciating our spouses just a little more, and wishing every book boyfriend came with Jacob’s emotional intelligence (and maybe his plant room).
We follow Briana, an ER doc with trust issues the size of her coffee order, and Jacob, the anxious cinnamon roll of a man who might just be the best fake boyfriend in the entire romance genre. From swapped love letters to family drama to a fake dating setup that feels a little too real, we’re breaking down all the moments that made us swoon, sob, and scream into our throw pillows.
💜 Want to sip along with the perfect pairing? Check out our custom cocktail, Lavender Love Letters—light, bubbly, and infused with a hint of calm.
📝 Got feelings? We do too. Head over to our discussion prompts and share your take—your response might just end up in our book club episode! Click here for discussion questions.

Like Mother Like Daughter Book Club

This week’s book club gets personal—like really personal. We're diving into Like Mother, Like Daughter by Kimberly McCreight and answering every last one of the book prompt questions. But the convo doesn't stop there. We also peel back the layers on how motherhood has shaped us—how it cracked us open, stitched us back together, and made us look at our own moms in a whole new light. It’s raw, it’s honest, and it’s exactly why we started this podcast in the first place. Grab your tissues (and your cocktail), because this one’s for every daughter who became a mother and every mother who was once a daughter.
🔗 Listen now and join the discussion on Instagram, Facebook, or at literatureontherocks.com.

Like Mother Like Daughter Summary

Secrets, therapy sessions, and generational trauma—oh my! In this summary episode, we’re diving headfirst into Like Mother, Like Daughter by Kimberly McCreight, a psychological thriller that peels back the layers of a mother-daughter relationship gone seriously sideways.
Think buried memories, shocking reveals, and enough emotional baggage to fill a therapist’s office. We break down every twist and turn, question everyone’s motives, and debate: was this book a slow burn or a simmering mind game?
Grab your drink—something strong—and buckle up. Because by the end, we were left wondering: is healing even possible when the truth is this twisted?
🍸 Want to pair your listen with a mood-setting cocktail? Sip on the Mother's Secret—a berry-lemon gin cocktail that’s as complex and layered as Cleo and Kat.
📝 Ready to dive into your own thoughts? Answer our book discussion prompts here: Find them here.