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The Bookshelf Theories

The Bookshelf Theories

Written by: Nic and Michael
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 Hello and welcome to The Bookshelf Theories: a podcast about books for book people. Our names are Nic and Michael and we've got lots of thoughts while we read books and we're sure you do too. Tune in each week for thoughts, theories, and reviews of all your favorite books. Yes, that's right one book, every week. We're reading our TBR fast here on The Bookshelf Theories.Nic and Michael Art
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  • Fairies and Grief: The Story Collector by Evie Woods

    Fairies and Grief: The Story Collector by Evie Woods
    Jan 14 2026

    Sarah is already in the airport when she decides to go to Ireland. The grief she doesn't talk about follows her despite her trying to run from it, but we follow her on her journey to learn how to heal. This week, we read The Story Collector by Evie Woods. It's whimsical and mysterious and a journey about healing and grief.
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    52 mins
  • A Dissociative State: The Handmaid's Tale by Margaret Atwood

    A Dissociative State: The Handmaid's Tale by Margaret Atwood
    Jan 8 2026

    The women who walk in red have a special purpose: to bare children. In The Handmaid's Tale, we follow the life of Offred or June as she navigates a new world society where women can't read and are color coded by position.

    Warning: this episode covers heavy topics, religion, politics, and discussions of rape. Please be careful and listen at your own discretion. Please be safe.

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    1 hr and 18 mins
  • Part Five: The Goldfinch by Donna Tartt

    Part Five: The Goldfinch by Donna Tartt
    Feb 25 2025

    This week we complete the book and give The Goldfinch its final rating. This episode will be focused on the final part: Part Five.

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    39 mins
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