Hello Bes-tea!

In this episode of the Hello Bestea Podcast, we’re spilling all the bookish tea — from the books we couldn’t put down to the ones we had to DNF (and why). If you love honest book reviews, dark romance, thrillers, and aesthetic reads, this one’s for you.
We dive into everything we’ve been reading lately, including psychological thrillers, dark academia vibes, and trending BookTok favorites. Plus, we break down Nancy Pearl’s famous rule for DNFing books — and whether we actually follow it.
Books we discuss in this episode:
The Perfect Son
The Housemaid Is Watching
Dark Matter
Lake County
On Sundays She Picks Flowers
Mayhem and the Mortal
God of Malice
Hooked
Becoming
 
We also share what’s currently on our TBR and what we’re excited (and nervous) to read next.
If you’re looking for your next read — or wondering which books to skip — this episode has you covered.
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Let us know in the comments: what book have you recently DNF’d… and do you regret it?
 
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The Last Flight by Julie Clark is a dark thriller book summary about two women, one desperate escape, and the dangerous choice that changes everything. If you’re looking for a The Last Flight book review, plot explanation, or thriller summary, this video breaks it all down.
In this video, we cover the chilling twists, emotional tension, and gripping storyline that make The Last Flight such a suspenseful and unforgettable read.
If you enjoy dark thriller books, psychological suspense, mystery books, and book summaries with high-stakes drama, this one is for you. If you enjoyed this video, like, comment, and subscribe for more book summaries, thriller reviews, and plot breakdowns.
 
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We’re sharing the books we’re currently reading, plus first impressions, favorites, and honest reading updates. In this current reads video, we talk about what’s on our nightstand, which books surprised us, and what we plan to finish next. If you love bookTube, reading vlogs, and book recommendations, this one is for you.
Books featured in this video 🤓:
Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear is a bestselling non-fiction book written by Elizabeth Gilbert
How to Piss Off Men: 109 Things to Say to Shatter the Male Ego Book by Kyle Prue
Eight Years of Lies by Lisa Hall On Sundays
She Picked Flowers Novel by Yah Yah Scholfield
Hello Beautiful Novel by Ann Napolitano
The Ravenhood series by Kate Stewart
Daggermouth Book by H. M. Wolfe
This Could Be Us Book by Kennedy Ryan
The Perfect Son Book by Freida McFadden
 
📚 Let us know which book we should read next 📖
#currentlyreading #booktube #currentreads #bookreview #readingvlog #bookrecommendations
 
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There is something quietly intoxicating about stories that revolve around books, secrets, and the people who guard them.
The Secret Book Society by Madeline Martin invites you into a world of hidden gatherings, whispered conversations, and the subtle power of literature to connect—and conceal.
 
In this video, we explore the atmosphere, themes, and emotional undercurrents of this novel, and whether it truly captures that elusive dark academia feeling: intellect, mystery, and a sense of belonging just out of reach.
 
Expect:
A thoughtful chapter by chapter summary
Themes of secrecy, identity, and literary escape
The mood, tone, and immersive qualities
Recommendations for similar reads
 
Perfect for lovers of: quiet libraries, annotated pages, secret societies, and stories that feel like autumn.
 
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Dive into Anxious People by Fredrik Backman with this engaging chapter-by-chapter breakdown designed for book lovers, overthinkers, and deep feelers 🤍
In this video, we unpack the key moments, characters, and emotional layers behind each chapter—without the fluff. Whether you’re reading along, reviewing for book club, or just want a deeper understanding of the story’s hidden meaning, this summary will help you connect the dots and see what makes this novel so unforgettable.
Expect:
Clear chapter summaries
Character insights and themes
Subtle details you may have missed
A cozy, thoughtful book club vibe
 
If you love books like The Midnight Library or The Night Circus, you’re in the right place. 📚
 
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Curious what’s on our current reading list? 👀 In today’s video, we're sharing all the books we're reading right now—from cozy reads to page-turners we can’t put down. Expect honest first impressions, aesthetic vibes, and a peek into our current reading mood 📖🕯️ If you’re looking for your next read or just love seeing what others are reading, you’re in the right place.
✨ Books mentioned
-Credence by Penelope Douglas
-Things Fall Apart by Chinua Achebe
-Quicksilver by CALLIE HART
-The Four Winds by Kristin Hannah
-Flock by Kate Stewart
-The Last Flight by Julie Clark
-S. by Doug Dorst and J.J. Abrams
-Martha Stewart's Homekeeping Handbook: The Essential Guide to Caring for Everything in Your Home Book by Martha Stewart
✨ Current reading vibes
✨ Mini reviews & thoughts Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and tell us what YOU’re currently reading in the comments 💬
#currentlyreading #booktube #readingvlog #bookrecommendations #tbr #booklover #readinglist
 
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Curl up with a cup of tea and join us as we share what’s currently on our reading list — from dark academia favorites to swoon-worthy romance reads. In today’s video, we chat about why we picked these books, what’s keeping us hooked, and which ones might just become new all-time favorites.
 
📚 Mentioned Books:
Slewfoot by Brom
Water for Elephants by Sara Gruen
Beautiful Broken Love by Shanora Williams
A Reliable Wife by Robert Goolrick
Moonshine & Magic by Bella Falls
The Legendborn Cycle by Tracy Deonn
A Slow Fire Burning by Paula Hawkins
Skyland Series by Kennedy Ryan
Seven Days in June by Tia Williams
 
💬 Tell us in the comments: what are you currently reading?
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They Tried to Get a Perfect Divorce… Then Everything Got Worse. In this video, We're breaking down The Perfect Divorce by Jeneva Rose, the twisty sequel to The Perfect Marriage. Sarah thinks she’s done with Bob after discovering his betrayal, but a messy divorce, a reopened murder case, and a missing woman turn everything into a dangerous game of secrets and accusations. This thriller is packed with tension, shocking turns, and exactly the kind of messy drama that makes you keep reading. Spoiler warning: This review may include major plot points.
If you love:
messy marriages
toxic exes
murder mysteries j
aw-dropping twists
…this one is for you.
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