Nipple Paint as Formalwear with Juliette Cross

Nipple Paint as Formalwear with Juliette Cross

Author: Katee Robert, Melody Carlisle, & Jenny Nordbak March 24, 2022 Duration: 19:46

Juliette Cross joins us to recap Captive of the Horde King by Zoey Draven!

If you’re a fan of Khal Drogo, you’ll love this one! Luna agrees to marry an alien barbarian king to save her brother and frankly, hits the jackpot. We get tail bondage, tattoos in the best places, and nipple paint as formalwear!

Juliette’s latest is Parks and Provocation—an enemies-to-lovers small town romance that sounds delicious! Be sure to also check out the romance podcast she has with her niece—Smart Women Read Romance!

Our After Care suggestions were:

-Love is Blind, which we’ll be recapping for the Temple!

-Smash and Grab by Maz Maddox

If you’re reading ahead, here are some of the books we’ll be reading in upcoming episodes (though the schedule isn’t set yet):

A Lady of Rooksgrave Manor by Kathryn Moon

The Winter King by C.L. Wilson

The Worst Guy by Kate Caterbary

We’ll be back next week with Sophie Jordan to recap The Worst Guy by Kate Caterbary! IT’S SO GOOD! Hilarious, bonkers, enemies-to-lovers. You need it.

As always, if you’re looking for more bonkers in your life or want to hear the full version of this episode, check out The Temple of Defiant Joy!

Follow Juliette: @juliettecrossauthor on Instagram | @juliettecrossauthor on Instagram | Juliette's Facebook page | Juliette's Facebook group  | Juliette's Website

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Pirates are waiting for you!

Six brand new bonkers pirate books you can read THIS MONTH from Katee Robert, CM Nascosta, Naima Simone, Andie J. Christopher, Jenny Nordbak, and Nina Saxena! Plus, foiled special editions with sprayed edges, gorgeous art, and so much more! Don't miss it!

Dangerous Tides!


Every Thursday, Katee Robert, Melody Carlisle, and Jenny Nordbak gather to celebrate the wonderfully over-the-top side of the genre they love. Their Bonkers Romance podcast is a deep dive into a truly wild piece of romance media each week, from novels to films and beyond. The conversation isn't about critique, but about joyful analysis-they break down how the story’s tropes are cranked to the maximum and explore why those exaggerated elements work so effectively to deliver a satisfying, often cathartic, experience. Listening feels like pulling up a chair with insightful friends who also happen to be deeply embedded in Romancelandia. You’ll hear their unfiltered commentary, passionate hot takes, and genuinely hilarious personal stories sparked by the week’s selection. The hosts frequently welcome favorite authors and personalities, offering a unique peek into how creators think about the craft and fun of romance. Naturally, you’ll come away with a ton of book recommendations, but more than that, this podcast provides a refreshingly enthusiastic and thoughtful space that reminds you why these stories resonate so powerfully. It’s a weekly dose of analysis, laughter, and pure appreciation for the genre’s most delightfully extra offerings.
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