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“Each episode offers an absorbing delve into the classics from a wide range of writers and genres. A great bit of escapism which allows context to shine a line on a deeper understanding of each book. Jonty & Sophie are the kind of presenters you’d like to sit around a dinner table with. Thank...”Read full review »
Cape Town Brit via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
11/03/24
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“Great rapport between Sophie & Jonty gives an entertaining insight into many of our favourite books. The book club you wish you were a part of.”
Jarocin007 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
10/15/24
“This is a very entertaining podcast with banter between the hosts who bring complementary skills. The depth of knowledge is real, you’ll find yourself learning much about the stories behind the books that enhances your enjoyment. Thoroughly recommended!”
Vegemite🐷 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
10/14/24
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“Thank you so much for this very thorough revisiting of TGG. When I first read it in high school I was repulsed by the ugliness of the world-weary repartee of so many characters. (The party banter in Myrtle’s apartment was a stopover in social purgatory.)
A few decades later I can better...”Read full review »
Antipod. via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
10/12/24
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“For book lovers or wannabe bibliophiles: this is a podcast you need in your life. As one of Sophie’s former students, I can say she’s the real deal—and an absolutely witty delight. (Paired wonderfully here with Jonty, whom I haven’t met!)”
Pasquale ST via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/04/24
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“Sophie and Jonty’s SLOB podcast episodes make you want to drop everything and read (DEAR) - no small feat for all ages in today’s distraction economy. If these guys were my English teachers I would never have missed a lesson and may have even done a PhD (not too late?).
Each episode is filled...”Read full review »
Ann K-S via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/25/24
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“I love this podcast! What could be more uplifting than listening to smart witty experts talk about fascinating books? There is a reason these books are important and Sophie and Jonty deliver their deep knowledge in a way that is quick and delightful. After listening I feel both entertained and...”Read full review »
Gaines P via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/20/24
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“Proper knowledge here, and thankfully missing all the tedious cosy intro stuff, just dives straight in. Cannot recommend enough.”
Pollybots via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
09/12/24
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“The Secret Life of Books is for all of us readers who don’t get a chance to talk about classic books we’ve loved (or hated) forever. Or have oddly missed out on. Listening to the lively voices of Sophie and Jonty gets me thinking again, talking back, and taking another look at the books...”Read full review »
Oldjbg via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/09/24
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“Brilliant podcast on famous works of literature - and in particular the secrets of how and when they were written. Fun, light-hearted and packed with gems.”
Tomcat Muir via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
09/09/24
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“Reading a book is one thing but learning about the history, the context and the nuance of the classics is another. If only I could go back to year 10, 11 or 12 with this resource because these two presenters are the real deal.”
Oodnadatta Track via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
09/08/24
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