In this summary episode of Literature on the Rocks, we break down Lie to Me by Molly McAdams, a romance built on secrets, guarded hearts, and the terrifying gift of vulnerability.

Emma has spent years perfecting her walls, shaped by a troubled past she refuses to fully unpack. Then comes a tattooed cop with a tough exterior and an unexpectedly calm, steady presence that doesn’t push — but doesn’t walk away either.

We walk through the story from start to finish, unpacking the chemistry, the tension, and what happens when someone sees the broken parts of you and chooses to stay anyway. This one is all about trust, emotional exposure, and whether love is worth the risk.

Full spoilers, big feelings, and plenty to unpack. Grab the Trauma Bond cocktail and join us!

In this book club episode of Literature on the Rocks, we’re heading back into the dungeon to talk Dungeon Crawler Carl by Matt Dinniman — no rules recap, just reactions, chaos, and hot takes.

We debate how long we’d actually survive if we were dropped into the dungeon, whether Carl’s mantra “you will not break me” hit a little too close to home, and how our own pets would stack up against the reigning queen, Princess Donut.

From resilience and survival to unexpected emotional beats and laugh-out-loud moments, this episode is all about why this story sticks with you long after the crawl ends.

Full spoilers, unhinged hypotheticals, and one cat we’re still not over. Grab the Royal Remedy cocktail and join us. 🥂👑

In this summary episode of Literature on the Rocks, we drop into the chaotic, darkly hilarious world of Dungeon Crawler Carl by Matt Dinniman.

When Earth is transformed into a deadly, game-like dungeon run by an alien entertainment system, Carl and his ex-girlfriend’s cat, Princess Donut, are forced to survive level by level — with monsters, absurd rules, and an audience watching their every move. We break down the story from start to finish, covering the brutal challenges, unexpected humor, and emotional beats that make this book way more than just another LitRPG.

We talk about why this book works even if you don’t usually read sci-fi or fantasy, how the humor balances the violence, and why Carl and Donut might be one of our favorite duos ever.

Full spoilers, big laughs, and a wild ride through the dungeon. Grab a Royal Remedy cocktail and let the crawl begin. 🥂👑