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The Torn Bodice Book Report

Helen Camisa and Stephanie Archerwww.buzzsprout.com

Comedian Helen Camisa and author Stephanie Archer discuss their latest romance read and offer up a book report with all the ins and outs (oh yeah). Big laughs, thoughtful discussion, and great books!

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Episodes

It's a Creamy Situation

More nonsensical chatter about what we've been reading lately, a concerning age gap, and Starbucks Iced Cherry Chais. Join us at Indigo Robson on June 18! Tickets here: https://www.ticketscene.ca/events/52821/

Jun 13, 20251 hr 22 min

Friends Again!

Friends! We've missed youuuu! We are so happy to be back and more nonsensical than ever! Enjoy this episode where we discuss where we've been, whether or not we were in a huge fight, what the heck we've been reading, eating and just generally getting up to in the past year. Spoiler alert! There are hormones a'flying, Helen went missing down a fairy tale romance rabbit hole, and Steph has a book that she can't stop reading and recommending! Plus! We're still bonkers for Ali Hazelwood. Through it ...

May 20, 20251 hr 48 min

I loved this book...what's wrong with me?

Oh my goodness, we are back after a break and we are bringing books that made us say "I loved this book...what's wrong with me?!". From HR nightmares, crash landings and being eaten by birds, to surprise murders, Daddy kink and non consensual tattoos. These are the books that are unsuspectingly lighting up our lives and our e-readers. Happy Valentine's Day from us to you. Follow us on Instagram and show us some love with a five star review on Apple Podcasts! Buy Steph's books HERE and check out ...

Feb 14, 20241 hr 10 minSeason 3Ep. 8

Wreck the Halls by Tessa Bailey

Two people with famous rockstar parents sign up for a reality show to get the band back together, and end up falling in love. A true holiday delight by one of our faves, Tessa Bailey. It's Wreck the Halls! Follow us on Instagram and show us some love with a five star review on Apple Podcasts! Buy Steph's books HERE and check out Helen's website HERE . We love you very much!...

Dec 06, 20232 hr 3 minSeason 3Ep. 7

The Favor by Suzanne Wright

A growly boss, a feisty assistant, and the in-laws from hell. This slow burn marriage of convenince will have your eyes bugging out of your head!! It's The Favor by Suzanne Wright. Follow us on Instagram and show us some love with a five star review on Apple Podcasts! Buy Steph's books HERE and check out Helen's website HERE . We love you very much!...

Nov 22, 20232 hr 25 minSeason 3Ep. 6

Kulti by Mariana Zapata

A rising soccer player, her brooding star turned coach turned best friend, and the most delicious slow burn. It's Kulti by Mariana Zapata! Follow us on Instagram and show us some love with a five star review on Apple Podcasts! Buy Steph's books HERE and check out Helen's website HERE . We love you very much!...

Nov 08, 20232 hr 16 minSeason 3Ep. 5

That Time I Got Drunk and Saved A Demon by Kimberly Lemming

A pink-haired spice farmer named Cinnamon, a demon with hearts in his eyes, and a very gooey witch goddess who needs to be taken down a notch--it's the fantasy rom-com, That Time I Got Drunk and Saved a Demon by Kimberly Lemming! Follow us on Instagram and show us some love with a five star review on Apple Podcasts! Buy Steph's books HERE and check out Helen's website HERE . We love you very much!...

Oct 25, 20231 hr 46 minSeason 3Ep. 4

A Lady of Rooksgrave Manor by Kathryn Moon

A housemaid turned monster-consort, her group of unlikely heroes, and a creepy scene with a water wraith. It's the delightful A Lady of Rooksgrave Manor by Kathryn Moon! Follow us on Instagram and show us some love with a five star review on Apple Podcasts! Buy Steph's books HERE and check out Helen's website HERE . We love you very much!...

Oct 11, 20231 hr 38 minSeason 3Ep. 3

Tempest by Beverly Jenkins

A gun-toting mail order bride, a buttoned-up single dad doctor, and a small Old West town with a one-eyed cougar-it's Tempest by Beverly Jenkins along with our delightful author friend, Danielle Jackson ! Follow us on Instagram and show us some love with a five star review on Apple Podcasts! Buy Steph's books HERE and check out Helen's yoga and comedy schedule HERE . We love you very much!...

Sep 27, 20232 hr 2 minSeason 3Ep. 2

The 2023 Summer Roundup!

We've missed you and we're so happy to be back with our 2023 Summer roundup! We ask hard hitting questions like "Which chracter would make the worst roommate?" and "Who had the wildest dick?" We try our best not to spoil, but here's our book list in case you don't want to hear anything about it: Unfortunately Yours by Tessa Bailey Beautiful Sinner by Sara Cate Muscles and Monsters by Ashley Bennett Behind the Net by Stephanie Archer A Soul to Keep by Opal Reyne Easy Ride by Nichole Rose Knockout...

Sep 13, 20231 hr 10 minSeason 3Ep. 1

The Countess Conspiracy by Courtney Milan

A prickly scientist and the charming rake who presents her research... who's also her best friend from childhood... who's also madly in love with her. As part of our "Women in STEM" month, it's the delightful historical romance, The Countess Conspiracy by Courtney Milan! Follow us on Instagram and show us some love with a five star review on Apple Podcasts! Buy Steph's books HERE and check out Helen's yoga and comedy schedule HERE . We love you very much!...

May 24, 20231 hr 54 minSeason 2Ep. 20

The Love Hypothesis by Ali Hazelwood

A PhD student who needs a fake boyfriend, a surly professor strangely eager to play the part, and SO. MUCH. TENSION. First up in our "Women in STEM" month, Ali Hazelwood's The Love Hypothesis is one of our favorite fake dating romances! Follow us on Instagram and show us some love with a five star review on Apple Podcasts! Buy Steph's books HERE and check out Helen's yoga and comedy schedule HERE . We love you very much!...

May 10, 20231 hr 50 minSeason 2Ep. 19

The Takeover by TL Swan

He's a bossy billionaire who wants to buy her late husband's company, and she's the pretty widow who makes him question everything he wants in life. Hijinks and pranks, a whimsical trip to Paris, and a weird gravestone scene--it's The Takeover by TL Swan! Follow us on Instagram and show us some love with a five star review on Apple Podcasts! Buy Steph's books HERE and check out Helen's yoga and comedy schedule HERE. We love you very much!...

Apr 26, 20231 hr 55 minSeason 2Ep. 18

Breaking the Billionaire's Rules by Annika Martin

She's an aspiring Broadway performer who delivers sandwiches in a cat costume, he's a billionaire playboy who broke her heart, and she wants revenge. How could this NOT be a hilarious, sweet rom-com? It's Breaking the Billionaire's Rules by Annika Martin! Follow us on Instagram and show us some love with a five star review on Apple Podcasts ! Buy Steph's books HERE and check out Helen's yoga and comedy schedule HERE . We love you very much!...

Apr 12, 20231 hr 54 minSeason 2Ep. 17

A Deal with the Devil by Elizabeth O'Roark

He's a wry, sarcastic playboy plastic surgeon and she's his bubbly assistant who's had her heart broken. Tension, banter, and making her ex jealous--this contemporary romance is so much fun. It's A Deal With the Devil by Elizabeth O'Roark! Follow us on Instagram and show us some love with a five star review on Apple Podcasts ! Buy Steph's new book HERE . Check out Steph's website HERE and Helen's random shenanigans HERE . We love you very much!...

Mar 29, 20231 hr 59 minSeason 2Ep. 16

Who's That Girl? by Mhairi McFarlane

A copywriter on the run from online bullies, the famous actor she's writing a biography for, and pages of clever British fun! Steph's favourite rom-com has laughs and lows, and there is NO book boyfriend like Elliot Owen. It's Who's That Girl by Mhairi McFarlane! Follow us on Instagram and show us some love with a five star review on Apple Podcasts ! Preorder Steph's new book HERE . Check out Steph's website HERE and Helen's random shenanigans HERE . We love you very much!...

Mar 15, 20232 hr 19 minSeason 2Ep. 15

Bringing Down the Duke by Evie Dunmore

A poor Oxford student, a cold, stern duke, and the fight for women's rights! This historical romance is filled with tension, longing, and a ton of parties. It's Bringing Down the Duke by Evie Dunmore! Follow us on Instagram and show us some love with a five star review on Apple Podcasts ! Check out Steph's books HERE and Helen's random shenanigans HERE . We love you very much!...

Mar 01, 20232 hr 1 minSeason 2Ep. 14

King of Battle and Blood by Scarlett St. Clair

She's a stabby warrior princess, he's her adoring fated mate, and together, they will behead half the vampires in the land! King of Battle and Blood by Scarlett St. Clair is an enemies to lovers vampire romance that did not disappoint! Follow us on Instagram and show us some love with a five star review on Apple Podcasts ! Check out Steph's books HERE and Helen's random shenanigans HERE . We love you very much!...

Feb 15, 20231 hr 49 minSeason 2Ep. 13

Lothaire by Kresley Cole

A possessed inmate on death row, a mentally unstable vampire who will stop at nothing to liberate his demon bride, and a wild cast of characters who can't wait to kill each other. It's Lothaire by Kresley Cole! Follow us on Instagram and show us some love with a five star review on Apple Podcasts! Buy Steph's books HERE and check out Helen's yoga and comedy schedule HERE . We love you very much!...

Feb 01, 20232 hr 1 minSeason 2Ep. 12

Carnal Urges by J.T. Geissinger

An Irish mob boss with a rocket launcher, a feisty yoga teacher who breaks noses, and too many spankings to count in this wild kidnapping romance. It's Carnal Urges by JT Geissinger! Follow us on Instagram and show us some love with a five star review on Apple Podcasts! Buy Steph's books HERE and check out Helen's yoga and comedy schedule HERE . We love you very much!...

Jan 18, 20231 hr 56 minSeason 2Ep. 11

A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas

A human woman trying to save her family, a high fae with everything to lose, and a whole host of monsters, secrets, death defying challenges, fairy wine and oh yeah...one total dick who lives inside a mountain. We are late to the party on this one and we can't wait to talk about A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas. Follow us on Instagram and show us some love with a five star review on Apple Podcasts! Buy Steph's books HERE and check out Helen's yoga and comedy schedule HERE . We love y...

Jan 04, 20232 hr 3 minSeason 2Ep. 10

Mangoes and Mistletoe by Adriana Herrera

A grumpy chef with a lot to lose, a cheerful cook proud of her heritage, a Christmas baking show, and the evil Beccas! This read was short, spicy, and made us hungry? It's Mangoes and Mistletoe by Adriana Herrera! Follow us on Instagram and show us some love with a five star review on Apple Podcasts! Buy Steph's books HERE and check out Helen's yoga and comedy schedule HERE . We love you very much!...

Dec 25, 20221 hr 16 minSeason 2Ep. 9

Tis the Season for Revenge by Morgan Elizabeth

He's the ticket to her revenge against her evil ex. A spicy, light-hearted Christmas romance with pink dresses, an older lawyer who knows how to take care of his girl, and an FMC who learns to stick up for herself. We loved Tis the Season for Revenge by Morgan Elizabeth! Follow us on Instagram and show us some love with a five star review on Apple Podcasts! Buy Steph's books HERE and check out Helen's yoga and comedy schedule HERE . We love you very much!...

Dec 21, 20221 hr 46 minSeason 2Ep. 8

A Merry Little Meet Cute by Julie Murphy and Sierra Simone

A big-bodied adult entertainment star, an actor trying to shed his boy-band image, and a Christmas movie set loaded with spicy tension. A Merry Little Meet Cute by Sierra Simone and Julie Murphy sleighed us with fun Christmas vibes! Follow us on Instagram and show us some love with a five star review on Apple Podcasts! Buy Steph's books HERE and check out Helen's yoga and comedy schedule HERE . We love you very much!...

Dec 07, 20221 hr 46 minSeason 2Ep. 7

Pride and Protest by Nikki Payne

A modern retelling of Pride and Prejudice that stands on its own! A bold activist DJ, a surly CEO, only one nap pod, and the most detestable Mr. Collins. It's Nikki Payne's Pride and Protest! Follow us on Instagram and show us some love with a five star review on Apple Podcasts! Buy Steph's books HERE and check out Helen's yoga and comedy schedule HERE . We love you very much!...

Nov 23, 20221 hr 57 minSeason 2Ep. 6

Kiss An Angel by Susan Elizabeth Phillips

One of the wildest romances we've ever read. A telepathic tiger, exploding cigarettes, and a brooding circus whip-master named Alex... it's Susan Elizabeth Phillips' Kiss an Angel! Follow us on Instagram and show us some love with a five star review on Apple Podcasts! Buy Steph's books HERE and check out Helen's yoga and comedy schedule HERE . We love you very much!...

Nov 09, 20221 hr 49 minSeason 2Ep. 5

Icebreaker by Hannah Grace

She's a figure skater, he's a hockey player, and with a house full of teammates, they throw the best parties. We loved this fun college sports romance and we HATED Aaron! Follow us on Instagram and show us some love with a five star review on Apple Podcasts! Buy Steph's books HERE and check out Helen's yoga and comedy schedule HERE . We love you very much!...

Oct 26, 20221 hr 46 minSeason 2Ep. 4

Him by Sarina Bowen and Elle Kennedy

Ex-bff's Jamie and Wes enjoy one last summer at hockey camp before the NHL. Wes is more than happy to coach Jamie on his stick-handling skills. Steam came out of our ears reading Him by Elle Kennedy and Sarina Bowen! Follow us on Instagram and show us some love with a five star review on Apple Podcasts! Buy Steph's books HERE and check out Helen's yoga and comedy schedule HERE . We love you very much!...

Oct 12, 20221 hr 51 minSeason 2Ep. 3

Against A Wall by Cate C. Wells

He's king of the rednecks, and she has blue hair. Cash Wall loves truck nuts, hunting, and Glenna. This bully romance had us SWOONING. Follow us on Instagram and show us some love with a five star review on Apple Podcasts! Buy Steph's books HERE and check out Helen's yoga and comedy schedule HERE . We love you very much!...

Sep 28, 20221 hr 42 minSeason 2Ep. 2

We're Back, Baby!

Welcome to Season 2! We are back with a roundup of some of our favourite Summer reads and Stephanie flips the tables on Helen with a question corner of her very own. So fun! Follow us on Instagram and show us some love with a five star review on Apple Podcasts! Buy Steph's books HERE and check out Helen's yoga and comedy schedule HERE . We love you very much!...

Sep 17, 20221 hrSeason 2Ep. 1
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