Watch It or Read It

Dearest readers, it appears that two most delightful ladies, Amanda and Dayelle, have taken to the airwaves to discuss matters that we Bridgertonians hold dear to our hearts. Their topic of discourse? None other than the tumultuous, heart-fluttering, and scandalously delicious tale from "The Viscount Who Loved Me," the second book in the Bridgerton series, and its dazzling adaptati

Dearest readers, gather round, for I, Lady Whistledown, have quite the treat for you. In this most tantalizing episode of "Watch it or Read it," our hostesses, Amanda and Dayelle, take to the microphones to discuss that which has set all of London aflutter: the first book in the Bridgerton series, The Duke and I, and its illustrious Netflix adaptation. Oh, the scandal, the intrigue

Amanda and Dayelle (tissue boxes in hand) travel to England on July 15th, 1988. They are introduced to Dex and Emma. A story unfolds on the same day for 20 years. If you haven't guessed it yet...They are talking about One Day written by David Nicholls. A story that isn't new to the film world, the first adaptation was released in 2011--starring Anne Hathaway and Jim Sturgess. But m

Amanda and Dayelle join Mia Thermopolis, a five-foot-nine, flat-chested freshman, who also happens to be flunking Algebra on the biggest adventure of her life. They also delve into some of the biggest differences between the book and movie adaptation. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dayelle and Amanda revisit the classic fairytale Cinderella by The Brothers Grimm. They gush over their favorite Cinderella adaptation, Ever After. The 1998 movie starring Drew Barrymore. To them it's the only retelling you need to see. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dayelle and Amanda engage in a comprehensive discussion surrounding the fantasy book "Damsel" by Evelyn Skye and its subsequent movie adaptation, delving into the intricacies of character development, plot nuances, and narrative depth. The duo begins by disentangling the confusion between two similarly named books and highlight the surge in popularity due to Millie Bobby Brown's in

Dayelle and Amanda reminisce about their shared admiration for classic romances like "Jane Eyre" and draw parallels to another beloved classic, "Pride and Prejudice." They bond over sipping literary cocktails and fondly recall their initial encounters with the book. The conversation deepens as they unravel Jane's challenging past and her experiences as a governess, shedding light o

Amanda and Dayelle engage in a captivating conversation about the beloved series, Percy Jackson, honing in on "Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief." They delve into their personal connections with the narrative, highlighting its appeal to millennials through its enthralling adventure and rich Greek mythology. The tale follows Percy, a troubled youth who learns he is a demigod, em

In our conversation, Dayelle and I explore our preferences between Team PETA and Team Gale from The Hunger Games series. Initially hesitant, Dayelle delves into the books and movies, sparking a discussion on the profound themes and impact of the series. We reflect on the relevance of young adult literature and the thought-provoking elements that resonate deeply in today's context.

Dayelle and Amanda engage in a vibrant conversation comparing and contrasting "The Notebook" in both book and movie forms. Dayelle reminisces about the emotional weight of Nicholas Sparks' writing, particularly recalling the impact while reading his books by the beach. Amanda shares her recent experience with the book, discussing its romantic themes and character dynamics. They clo