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Party of Liars, Kelsey Cox, book review, true crime, postpartum depression, character analysis, podcast updates, relationships, manipulation, twists

In this episode, Emily and Ashley discuss the book 'Party of Liars' by Kelsey Cox, sharing their thoughts on the characters, plot twists, and themes such as manipulation and postpartum depression. They also announce the launch of their new true crime podcast, which will alternate weeks with their book discussions.

Takeaways and updates!

• The podcast will now be bi-weekly, alternating between book discussions and true crime episodes.
• 'Party of Liars' received positive reviews for its engaging twists and character development.
• The complexity of characters adds depth to the story, making them essential to the plot.
• Postpartum themes are explored, emphasizing the importance of understanding mental health.
• Manipulation in relationships is a central theme, particularly with the character Ethan.
• The hosts enjoyed discussing the connections between the book and real-life true crime cases.
• Character analysis revealed the necessity of each character in understanding the story's motivations.
• The importance of paying attention while reading or listening to complex narratives was highlighted.
• The hosts expressed a desire for more visual aids in books to help track characters.
• The upcoming true crime podcast promises to deliver shocking and engaging content.

Sound Bites

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to True Crime and Podcast Updates

00:00 Book Discussion: Party of Liars

01:47 Character Connections and Complexity

05:59 Twists and Turns in the Narrative

07:32 Postpartum Perspectives and Mental Health

10:50 Complex Characters and Their Motivations

12:43 Reveals and Shocking Moments

14:56 The Illusion of Perception

20:15 Looking Ahead: True Crime Cases

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Music is Ur Karma (Instrumental Version) by Craig Reever.

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