Join Melissa and Ellie in this engaging episode of the Lame Book Club Podcast as they dive into a powerful book review of "Powerful" by Lauren Roberts. Get ready for an interactive and lively discussion filled with laughter, drama, and heartfelt moments as they debate whether Adena deserved better. With their signature humor and witty banter, expect the unexpected as they format this episode as a court case, Ellie vs. Melissa: The Powerful Edition. In this episode, the hosts dissect every detail of "Powerful," touching on the emotional depth, character dynamics, and the heart-wrenching ending. Is Adena’s bubbly personality endearing or naive? Was Mak's grumpy demeanor justified? Join the adventure as Melissa and Ellie passionately argue their points, making you see the book from all angles. Engage with the hosts as they share personal anecdotes, like the hilarious story of Ellie using a dog toy as a gavel, and provide insights into the world of Adena and Mak. Melissa and Ellie welcome questions and theories, encouraging listeners to join the conversation and share their thoughts on these complex characters. Get connected with us on Instagram and other socials under @lamebookclubpod, and don't forget to subscribe on YouTube. Your reviews and comments mean the world to us, so if you have an iPhone, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. Come along and immerse yourself in the world of "Powerful" with your delightful companions, Melissa and Ellie. Tune in for the ultimate bookish banter, and don't miss out on this captivating episode! #BookDiscussion #BookPodcast #BookReview #BookishBanter #LiteraryHumor #ChapterAnalysis #ListenerEngagement #WittyReaders #PodcastFun #BookLovers #Powerful #LaurenRoberts #Adena #Mak #ReadingCommunity #BookishContent #BookishFriendships #BookRecommendations #ReaderReactions #PowerfulCharacterArcs #RomanticPlot #BooktubeCommunity #UnpopularOpinions #AdenaDeservesBetter CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro 06:29 - Tandem Fandom 06:59 - Court is in Session 10:25 - Opening Statement 1 18:55 - Opening Statement 2 21:30 - Nolla’s Rebuttal 28:37 - Adena Character Analysis 29:29 - Chemistry in Literature 31:31 - Debating Slow Burn Romance 35:36 - Goodreads Reviews Discussion 41:35 - Adena’s Character Development 43:30 - What This Book Needed 46:10 - Mak and Adena’s Storyline 47:05 - Closing Arguments 49:02 - Predictions for Reckless Finale 50:10 - Ultimate Breakdown of Themes 51:31 - Outro ---------------------------------- Get Connected with us: https://linktr.ee/lamebookclub