Love at First Plot
Episodes
32. Post-travel catch-up: The book news & reads you missed
05 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We’re back from our travels and have a LOT to catch up on—recent reads, hot book news, and all the September–October releases we’re already ob...
31. We reread Metalslinger so you don’t have to
25 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We took one for the team and reread Metalslinger — and we have thoughts. With Lightwielder on the horizon, we’re revisiting everything that matter...
30. The nugget romance episode
15 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week we’re diving into something we truly never expected to read: sentient nugget romance. Yes, you read that correctly. For science. Obviously...
29. Microtropes that just hit every time
05 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What actually is a microtrope — and why do they hit so hard? In this episode, we’re breaking down the tiny, hyper-specific moments in romance book...
28. ACOTAR 6 Theories, Tamlin Redemption & Elain Drama 👀
26 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode , we're diving into all things ACOTAR 6 based on Sarah J. Maas' appearance on the Call Her Daddy podcast. From the ...
27. Dearest gentle reader: Bridgerton season 4 recap
16 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Dearest Gentle Reader… we’re finally talking about Bridgerton Season 4. In this episode we recap the newest season, share our favourite moments, a...
26. Book Boyfriend Draft: The Ulimate Battle
06 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we’re choosing chaos.First up: the fictional couples we’re convinced did not make it past the epilogue. Then we get honest about the bo...
25. Wrapping up February and reading your hot takes
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
It’s our February catch-up episode! We’re recapping all of our bookish events in the past month and covering the latest book buzz. But the real ch...
24. Deep dive: small town romances
14 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We’re back this week with another genre deep dive — small town romances! Tune in as we gush over our favourite hot cowboys, stable hands, and char...
23. Valentine’s Day but make it fictional 💋
04 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to mean roses and reservations. In this special episode, we’re celebrating romance in all its forms — from the ul...
22. What makes a book 5 stars (& 5 chillis 👀)
25 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What actually makes a book a 5-star read—and when does it earn 5 chillis too? 👀 In this episode, we break down the ingredients that take a romanc...
21. Deep dive into sports romance except its just Heated Rivalry
15 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Sports romance has officially earned its place at the top of the romance genre—and in this episode, we’re doing a deep dive into why. From locker-...
20. A new chapter: 2026 reading goals & summer romances
05 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
It’s the start of a new year, and we’re setting our intentions for 2026. In this episode, we’re talking through our reading goals, the bookish h...
19. 2025 Wrapped: Our top romance reads
26 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve made it to the end of the year, and in this episode we’re doing a bookish recap of 2025. We’re breaking down our top reads and biggest boo...
18. Our bookish Christmas wish list
16 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It’s our festive special, and we’re getting into the Christmas spirit! We’re talking about what makes a book feel Christmassy, our favourite hol...
17. Deep dive into Alchemised - the dark fantasy debut by SenLinYu
06 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Trigger Warning: This episode includes mentions of rape and sexual violence in relation to the book’s content.This week, we’re diving into Alchemi...
16. Asking the real questions: surviving Fourth Wing, haunted genitals and knotting
26 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’re back with another chaotic games episode! This week, we’re tackling WTF Book Titles, Would You Be Game?, and Change My Mind. Come find out wh...
15. Quicksilver recap: everything you need to know before reading Brimstone
16 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’re back this week with a deep dive into Quicksilver by Callie Hart, getting ready for the release of Brimstone—book two in the Fae & Alchem...
14. Twilight breaking down pt. 2
06 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’re back in Forks for Part 2 of our Twilight deep dive! This time, it’s a full games episode featuring Defend Your Mans, Swordplay or Foreplay, ...
13. Paranormal Smash or Pass: Halloween Special 🎃
27 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It’s our Love at First Plot Halloween special, and things are getting spooky (and a little steamy). We’re talking all things paranormal - our favo...
12. Twilight Breaking Down pt. 1
17 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we're sinking our teeth into Twilight. Join us as we delve into our thoughts of the book, laugh at the meme-worthy movie moments,...
11. Book buzz and door smut
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week in the romance section, we somehow ended up reacting to sentient door smut (NSFW!). But before that, tune in for all the latest bookish news...
10. Bookish Deep Dive: Dark romance
27 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we’re venturing into the shadows with a deep dive into the world of dark romance. From morally gray love interests to taboo storylines, w...
9. Book Battle Royale: Popular Bookish Trivia
20 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It’s trivia night on Love at First Plot! In this episode, we put our bookish brains to the test with questions all about A Court of Thorns and Roses...
8. Chit chats: Introducing Swordplay & Foreplay
14 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on Love at First Plot, we’re catching up on our latest reads, spilling some The Summer I Turned Pretty gossip, and diving into our favouri...
7. Deep dive into the must-read romantasy - Direbound by Sable Sorensen
05 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Love at First Plot, we review and discuss the must-read romantasy, Direbound by Sable Sorensen 🐺✨. The first half of the episo...
6. We read Kiss of the Basilisk so you don't have to
29 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on Love at First Plot, we’re live reacting to Kiss of the Basilisk 🐍✨! Curious about this monster romance but not ready to commit? Do...
5. Are romance books with cartoon covers overdone?
22 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We're turning up the heat with our hottest bookish takes! From overhyped tropes to the never-ending wave of cartoon romance covers (yes, we said i...
4. Our thoughts on The Summer I Turned Pretty and other book news
16 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Love at First Plot, we're diving into the hottest book news and the latest on page-to-screen adaptations! Listen to us unpack n...
3. Our very unserious review of Shield of Sparrows by Devney Perry
08 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we’re reviewing Shield of Sparrows—Devney Perry’s latest romantasy. We’ll cover the characters, themes, and overall impressions (sp...
2. Mid-year romance round up: our favourite reads (so far)
01 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this spoiler-free episode, we’re diving deep into the romance novels that have captured our hearts so far this year. From Ali Hazelwood to Rina K...
1. The origin story
25 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dearest romantics, we're here with you for the slow burns, sexy leads, and swoony tropes. Welcome to Love at First Plot. In this debut episode, ge...