Checked Out and Overdue

Jan 21 2025 135 ep. 58 mins

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Welcome to Checked Out and Overdue! Tune in as hosts Chelsea and Taryn jump into the vast and exciting world of books. Each episode is filled with insightful conversations, lively debates, and plenty of bookish fun — because sometimes, discussions about the books we’ve checked out are long overdue!

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135. Two Twisted Crowns by Rachel Gillig

Jan 21 2025 52 mins

In this episode, Taryn and Chelsea dive into the dark and atmospheric sequel to One Dark Window, Rachel Gillig's Two Twisted Crowns. They unravel the fate of Elspeth, the Nightmare, and the twisted kingdom of Blunder, exploring the intricate magic system, haunting prose, and captivating characters that make Gillig's Shepherd King duology unforgettable. This episode has some

134. The Hero of Ages by Brandon Sanderson

Jan 07 2025 66 mins

Happy Tuesday, friends! Chelsea and Taryn are back this week to review The Hero of Ages, the stunning conclusion to Brandon Sanderson’s Mistborn trilogy. This whole trilogy is chock full of breathtaking twists, intricate world-building, and unforgettable character moments, but this finale is a must-read for any fantasy lover. Listen in as they share their favorite parts, discuss

133. Long Overdue: We’re Back!

Dec 31 2024 32 mins

After a few months of radio silence, Checked Out and Overdue is back! In this short episode, Chelsea and Taryn catch up on life, books, and why they've been a little quiet lately. Stay tuned for more book reviews and recommendations!

132. The Well of Ascension by Brandon Sanderson

Aug 06 2024 86 mins

Guess who’s back?? Chelsea and Taryn discuss what they have been up to this summer and they are SO excited to discuss The Well of Ascension which Chelsea (finally) got around to reading after reviewing the first Mistborn book ages ago. Tune in to listen to them discuss the next Brandon Sanderson novel! Intro: 0:00 - 13:36 General Overview: 13:36 - 40:29 Spoilers: 40:29 - 1:26:14

131. The Cheat Sheet by Sarah Adams

Apr 30 2024 58 mins

With Taryn out to focus on grad school, Chelsea has Megan (@megancristbooks) on to review a contemporary romance, The Cheat Sheet by Sarah Adams. This deeply cheesy story is so much genuine fun to read. Listen in as these two laugh over this delightful story. Also apologies for Chelsea's poor audio quality as she is in the process of moving as well. Intro: 0:00 - 3:04 General O

130. One Dark Window by Rachel Gillig

Apr 16 2024 66 mins

This week Taryn and Chelsea review a story rich with magic and fraught with peril. Rachel Gillig's One Dark Window has a fascinating and unique magic system so tune in to hear what our hosts thought of this popular book. Intro: 0:00 - 17:22 General Overview: 17:22 - 40:39 Spoilers: 40:39 - 1:06:41 Do you have a book you would like the hosts to review? Please submit your ideas

129. Chelsea Check-in

Apr 04 2024 36 mins

This quick episode is just a check-in chat between Taryn and Chelsea, welcoming Chelsea back from maternity and seeing how her and the baby are doing. Do you have a book you would like the hosts to review? Please submit your ideas to [email protected], or message them on Instagram @checkedoutandoverdue

128. Beach Read by Emily Henry (with @readingwraynbow)

Mar 22 2024 58 mins

This week features a delightful review of Emily Henry's novel, Beach Read. Listen in as resident guest co-host, Mad from @readingwraynbow, joins Taryn again this week to discuss this fun and emotional story. Intro: 0:00 - 11:34 General Overview: 11:34 - 32:46 Spoilers: 32:46 - 58:44 Do you have a book you would like the hosts to review? Please submit your ideas to checkedouta

127. Here There Be Gerblins by The McElroy Family (with @readingwraynbow and Joseph)

Mar 08 2024 58 mins

Tune in this week as Taryn is joined by Mad (@readingwraynbow) and Joseph to discuss a thrilling graphic novel. Here There Be Gerblins by The McElroy Family is based off The Adventure Zone podcast, where 3 brothers and their father play Dungeons and Dragons together. Intro: 0:00 - 2:42 General Overview: 2:42 - 30:14 Spoilers: 30:14 - 58:25 Do you have a book you would like the ho

126. Red Rising by Pierce Brown (with @fictionalcass)

Feb 20 2024 79 mins

With Chelsea out on maternity leave, Taryn has guest host Cass (@fictionalcass) on to review Pierce Brown's dystopian sci-fi novel, Red Rising. This first book in the series is a wild ride so listen in to hear Taryn and Cass's thoughts. Intro: 0:00 - 13:03 General Overview: 13:03 - 46:52 Spoilers: 46:52 - 1:19:22 Do you have a book you would like the hosts to review? Pleas