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Just Plane Books with LaDonna and Jolene is a casual, weekly book review podcast. The two adventure-driven working moms broadcast from LaDonna's Cessna 172 in a hangar in North Idaho, though the books are not typically aviation related. The pair discuss, analyze and rate one book each week, state major themes, give recommendations and critique voice actors and narrators. A perfect place to go when looking for your next great book!
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Twice by Mitch Albom
Have you ever wanted a Do-Over? Alfie, the main character in Twice has the power to do exactly that. This week, LaDonna and Jolene discuss the advantages and heartbreak of using this gift,…
Keeper of Lost Children by Sadeqa Johnson
Join LaDonna and Jolene this week as they learn about orphans in post-World War II Germany. Keeper of Lost Children explores the challenge of mixed-race babies in the 1940s and 50s, telling the…
The Great Divide by Cristina Henriquez
Did you ever consider visiting the Panama Canal? This week, LaDonna and Jolene discuss this rich novel of historical fiction set in the early 20th century. The creation of this Wonder of the Modern…
The Widow by John Grisham
Join LaDonna and Jolene this week as they discuss their first mystery thriller novel on the podcast! John Grisham's latest bestseller is the topic of conversation today, and while they come to a…
Lady Tremaine by Rachel Hochhauser
Imagine if Cinderella's evil stepmother wasn't so evil after all! This week, LaDonna and Jolene discuss the entertainment quality and themes in Rachel Hochhauser's debut novel Lady Tremaine, which…
Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir
LaDonna and Jolene are mostly on the same page this week as they discuss the merits and challenges of this celebrated Sci-Fi novel by Andy Weir. They explore the themes represented in the book and…
Evelyn in Transit by David Guterson
This week on Just Plane Books, LaDonna and Jolene discuss the latest novel by "Snow Falling on Cedars" author, David Guterson. Join them as they work through a complex story set on two continents…
Theo of Golden by Allen Levi
Things heat up in the hangar as LaDonna and Jolene disagree about the merits of this week's book selection. Allen Levi would be surprised to learn that his debut novel Theo of Golden sparked such a…
The River is Waiting by Wally Lamb
LaDonna and Jolene don't exactly see eye to eye on this week's episode as they dig into this dark novel by Wally Lamb. Join them as they discuss themes of loss, guilt, forgiveness and healing amid…
The Book Club for Troublesome Women by Marie Bostwick
LaDonna and Jolene have differing opinions about this one! You'll want to listen in as they discuss this 1960s-era novel about the members of a suburban book club as they analyze the controversial…
West With Giraffes by Lynda Rutledge
LaDonna and Jolene join a zookeeper and a dustbowl boy as they transport two giraffes from hurricane-ravaged New York Harbor to the San Diego Zoo. You will want to come along as your hosts discuss…
Homecoming by Kate Morton
LaDonna and Jolene explore a new genre today! Climb aboard the Cessna to hear what they have to say about the Historical Mystery Novel Homecoming. They will discuss dual timelines, suspense and…
The Extraordinary Life of Sam Hell by Robert Dugoni
LaDonna and Jolene join you once again from the Cessna, to discuss The Extraordinary Life of Sam Hell, a 2018 novel by Robert Dugoni. Don't miss the conversation as they sift through themes of…
The Midnight Library by Matt Haig
Don't miss out on this week's episode, as LaDonna and Jolene discuss having regrets, changing the past and other themes included in the Midnight Library by Matt Haig. Once again, the ladies take you…
The Poppy Fields by Nikki Erlick
In this week's episode, LaDonna and Jolene discuss the relationship between love and grief, and whether or not they would take part in a hypothetical and controversial treatment to alleviate the pain…
The Correspondent by Virginia Evans
Join LaDonna and Jolene as they embark on another journey! This week in Episode 2 they will explore the story of Sybil Van Antwerp, the main character and letter writer in "The Correspondent" by…
The Names by Florence Knapp
Just Plane Books takes flight with Episode 1, when LaDonna and Jolene review "The Names" by Florence Knapp, while simultaneously introducing themselves to you, fellow booklovers. They discuss the…
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Just Plane Books Podcast has published 17 episodes since January 2026, covering topics in Arts, Books.
Just Plane Books Podcast is currently highly active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 24m.
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