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Plot Tarts

Nicole and Amanda

Welcome to Plot Tarts - the podcast where no genre is too spicy and no opinion is held back. Hosted by two passionate readers with wildly different taste, we dive headfirst into the world of steamy romances and smutty fiction. Expect hilarious banter, honest reviews, and a rating system as unique as the books we cover. Whether you're a seasoned romance reader or just dabbling in guilty pleasures, we're here to guide you through your next read. Plot Tarts... turn us on.

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  • S3 · E51
    November 5 · 1 hr 15 min

    A Court of Frost and Starlight by Sarah J Maas

    The war is over, Winter Solstice is here, and apparently even the Night Court needs a little holiday chaos. Join Nicole and Amanda this week while we dive into A Court of Frost and Starlight by Sarah J Maas, the 4th installment in the ACOTAR series. We're catching up with our favorites from the Inner Circle through domestic bliss and post war blues. ACOFAS might be a drag but bear with us, we had to recap it!

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  • S3 · E50
    October 22 · 1 hr 18 min

    A Court of Wings and Ruin by Sarah J Maas

    War is coming to Prythian and we are here to take you through it all! From Feyre's revenge in the Spring Court to the High Lords meeting, all the way to the final battle with Hybern. Join Amanda and Nicole as we break down all the drama, revenge, chaos and more! This is not a spoiler free episode, so major spoilers for ACOWAR ahead!

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  • S3 · E49
    October 8 · 1 hr 15 min

    A Court of Mist and Fury by Sarah J Maas

    Join Nicole and Amanda as we head back to Prythian for A Court of Mist and Fury by Sarah J Maas, book two in the ACOTAR series. Boy, do we have a lot to talk about! We're breaking down ACOMAF from beginning to end with Feyre's relationship with Tamlin, her bargain with Rhysand, the Night Court and THAT ending. Full spoilers for A Court of Mist and Fury and A Court of Thorns and Roses.

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  • S3 · E48
    September 24 · 1 hr 21 min

    A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J Maas

    The time has finally come! We’re starting our adventure into the ACOTAR world. Tune in to hear what Nicole and Amanda think about A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J Maas.

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  • S3 · E47
    September 10 · 1 hr 2 min

    Broken Dove by Dani Francis

    If you liked this book, maybe don't tune in because this was a tough one for us to get through! But if you like to listen to us yell, join us for the 2nd installment in the Silver Elite series with Broken Dove by Dani Francis.

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  • S3 · E46
    August 27 · 57 min

    Priest by Sierra Simone

    You guys knew we would get to this book eventually! Tune in to hear what Amanda and Nicole thought of Priest by Sierra Simone.

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  • S3 · E45
    August 13 · 1 hr 3 min

    Bad Bishop by L J Shen

    Okay hear me out... he's missing an eye and is part of the Italian mafia... Join us as we dive into our first real mafia story with Bad Bishop by L J Shen.

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  • S3 · E44
    July 30 · 53 min

    Does it Hurt by H.D. Carlton

    How did we end up reading another H.D. Carlton book!? Obviously, this was Nicole's pick. Tune in to see what Amanda (and Nicole) thought of Does it Hurt by H.D. Carlton.

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  • S3 · E43
    July 16 · 1 hr 5 min

    Book Club: Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke

    Join us for the first installment of our book club series with Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke. Honestly, it's more of a rant with Nicole and Amanda with some plot discussion mixed in.

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  • S3 · E42
    July 2 · 1 hr 6 min

    Birthday Girl by Penelope Douglas

    We were so excited to read Birthday Girl by Penelope Douglas because our birthdays are both around the same time, but was it worth it? Tune in to see what we thought of this spicy page turner.

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  • S3 · E41
    June 18 · 51 min

    Ice Planet Barbarians by Ruby Dixon

    Yet another series that Nicole obsessed (and whined and pouted) about and forced Amanda to read. Do you think Amanda loved Ice Planet Barbarians by Ruby Dixon as much as Nicole did?

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  • S3 · E40
    June 4 · 1 hr 10 min

    The Love Hypothesis by Ali Hazelwood

    You guys know we had to recap The Love Hypothesis before the movie comes out! Tune in to see if Nicole loved it as much as we all know Amanda did.

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  • S3 · E39
    May 21 · 1 hr 3 min

    Game On by Navessa Allen

    What other book could we possibly end our brief hiatus with!? It had to be Game On by Navessa Allen. Do you think it's going to be an indulge or abstain for us? Tune and find out!

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  • S2 · E38
    Dec 18, 2025 · 39 min

    Sacked and Sleighed by Aurelia Knight

    You know we love our holiday smut but tune in to find out if Sacked and Sleighed by Aurelia Knight made the cut. Can you guess who picked the only dark Christmas book?

  • S2 · E36
    Dec 4, 2025 · 42 min

    Gifting Me To His Best Friend by Katee Robert

    It's that time of year again! Time for some holiday cheer and pure smut. Join us while we recap and review Gifting Me To His Best Friend by Katee Robert.

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  • S2 · E35
    Nov 27, 2025 · 13 min

    Wrapped: Leather and Lark by Brynne Weaver

    Would we recommend The Ruinous Love Trilogy, Book Two - Leather and Lark by Brynne Weaver? Tune in for our spoiler free episode and find out!

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