Romantic & Ruinous is a book club for readers who like their love stories complex, unsettling, and deeply felt. We move between contemporary novels and classics that reward close reading, spirited discussion, and the occasional disagreement. Expect beauty, discomfort, sharp insights, and the possibility of heartbreak.

This is a space for lively, thoughtful conversation shaped by the group, the text, and the questions each book opens up.

First read: A Love Letter to Whiskey by Kandi Steiner.

A raw, obsessive love story about desire, timing, and the particular heartbreak of wanting someone who may never fully choose you.

To join, email bookshop@chaptersberlin.com