The Book Club Review
190
Episodes
4.5 / 5
Rating

The Book Club Review

by The Book Club Review

Category
Books
Frequency
Updated Fortnightly
Language
English
Discussion, debate, even a little dispute – expect it all on The Book Club Review. Join host Kate and her guests as they explore contemporary and classic titles. From hyped new releases to word-of-mouth backlist tips, books are put to the book club test – do they live up to our expectations? Listen in for thoughtful insights, lively opinions and inspiration for your next great read.

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Recent Reviews

Share the mic or drop it

Generic Reader6/5/2026

I been a listener for at least two years. And through these two years, I have observed that Kate is more interested in the pay to play model than actual podcasting. She fancies herself a media company. Although she is not nearly as consistent and reliable as a media company is to their audience – – subscribers or not The most frustrating thing about this show is how Kate brings on guest and then spends the majority of the time pontificating. She can’t pass up a comment, dissertation, or just major flex on behalf of herself. I have listened to her, hopefully unknowingly belittle the opinion of certain guests. Such an odd combination of someone who is self-effacing and full of themselves at the same time. It is appreciated that Kate continues to bring in and gatekeep new voices and outside clips of audiobook readers However, no matter how she rearranges her need for control, pick-me behavior and overall dominance the show remains the same Share the mic or drop it. I certainly wouldn’t pay to further experience these behaviors or witness them.

Amazing

vlada#14/2/2026

My favorite book podcast!

What's wrong with Americans

Anerannoy11/15/2025

I listen to this podcast while driving. Of course I miss some since my first priority is the road. I keep hearing negative remarks man out Americans. Like it's less exotic When the Americans enjoy a book, etc. should I remove myself from this automatic download. I do not want to listen to a podcast about wonderful books and hear about Americans lack of i intelligence and culture.

More episodes please. The best book podcast!

por venezuela6/16/2025

I am a bookworm and follow many many book related podcasts and this is my absolute favorite. They give great book recommendations and reviews but in an easy but intelligent and knowledgeable way. It’s fun but also well done and informed. I wish they put out more episodes more frequently. I also wish they would go into non Anglo literature much more often.

Hunting and Gathering

ansleystreetpress6/12/2025

Thank you for bringing this book up in your movie adaptation episode. I love that book so much. I have my copy away, and realized how much I miss it in my bookshelf. I ordered a copy this week.