Is Wuthering Heights actually a romance… or have we all been gaslit for 200 years?

In this episode of Book Bits & Chill, we’re breaking down the original novel by Emily Brontë and the highly controversial new film adaptation directed by Emerald Fennell starring Jacob Elordi and Margot Robbie.

We discuss:

• Why Wuthering Heights became a cult classic
• Whether Heathcliff and Catherine are romantic icons… or cautionary tales
• What Emerald Fennell changed (and removed entirely) from the book
• The generational trauma storyline that didn’t make it to screen
• Casting, chemistry, and the decision not to cast a person of color as Heathcliff
• Whether this film is a bold reinterpretation or simply not an adaptation at all

Is this movie a cinematic masterpiece? Yes. Is it a faithful adaptation of Wuthering Heights? Absolutely not.

If you’ve seen the film, read the book, or are just here for morally gray chaos and hot toxic men discourse — this episode is for you.

Next week: our full February reading wrap-up + March TBR.

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In this episode, we’re diving into The Long Game by Rachel Reid, the highly anticipated sequel to Heated Rivalry, and breaking down whether it lives up to one of the most beloved sports romances of all time.

We’re discussing:
- Our honest ratings (was it a 5 star sequel or not?)
- The emotional evolution of Shane & Ilya
- The spice level 👀
- Why hockey romance has an absolute chokehold on the genre
- And Book Boyfriend Olympics! Who deserves gold, silver, bronze… or immediate disqualification

If you love romance books, sports romance, book club-style discussions, analyzing adaptations, or debating book boyfriends like it’s an Olympic sport… you’re in the right place.

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⏱️ Timestamps

00:00 Valentine’s Day + The Olympics = Sports Romance Energy
02:15 Why Hockey Romance Blew Up
04:40 The Long Game Review Begins
07:10 Shane vs Ilya Character Development
11:20 Spice Rating + Recommendability
13:40 Sequel Debate: Is It Worth It?
16:05 Why Hockey Works (And Other Sports Don’t)
22:00 Rugby Romance Agenda 👀
24:00 Olympic Gold, Silver, Bronze for Sports Romance
27:00 Book Boyfriend Olympic Podium
29:30 What’s Next: Wuthering Heights

📖 Books Mentioned

The Long Game by Rachel Reid
Heated Rivalry by Rachel Reid
Long Shot by Kennedy Ryan
Deep End by Ali Hazelwood
Funny Story by Emily Henry
Love and Other Words by Christina Lauren
Daggermouth by H.M. Wolfe

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In this episode, we’re breaking down Daggermouth by H.M. Wolfe, a dark dystopian romance that blends brutal political systems, true enemies-to-lovers tension, and unapologetic feminine rage.

We walk through a spoiler-free overview of the world of New Found Haven, discuss the book’s oppressive power structures and themes of survival, and explore why this story feels eerily relevant in today’s world. From dictatorship and dehumanization to rebellion, endurance, and love as resistance, Daggermouth is more than just a dystopian romance — it’s a mirror.

We also dive into:

• Whether the enemies-to-lovers romance actually feels earned
• How the multiple POVs shape empathy and tension
• Why Shadera is one of the most compelling FMCs we’ve read
• The balance between dystopia, romance, and political intrigue
• Who should absolutely read this — and who should mood-match carefully

If you love adult dystopian fiction, dark romance, or books like The Hunger Games but want something grittier, angrier, and more emotionally intense, this episode is for you.

✨ Final verdict: Is Daggermouth a must-read — or should it stay on your TBR?

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