February’s Book of the Month

His & Hers by Alice Feeney

For February, we said we were doing romance… with a twist.

And we meant it.

This month’s pick, His & Hers, delivers tension, atmosphere, and dual perspectives that keep you constantly reassessing what you think you know, all without leaning on traditional romance tropes. Instead, it explores intimacy from a darker, more psychological angle.

Why This Was the Perfect February Read

At its core, this novel centers around:

• A small town shaken by tragedy

• A journalist returning to familiar ground

• A detective leading an investigation

• Two narrators telling their own versions of events

The alternating viewpoints are what make this book especially compelling. You’re not just reading a mystery, you’re navigating perception. Each chapter subtly shifts your footing, inviting you to question assumptions without giving too much away.

Themes We’re Sitting With (don’t worry, we won’t SPILL any BEANS)

1. Perspective Is Power

When two people recount the same world differently, who do you believe? This book plays with reliability in a way that keeps the reader engaged from start to finish.

2. Reputation & Public Image

With a media backdrop, the story subtly examines how stories are constructed — and how quickly they can shift.

3. The Complexity of Relationships

This isn’t about grand romance. It’s about the nuance of shared history, unresolved tension, and the weight of familiarity.

Spilled Beans Discussion Questions:

• Whose cup were you sipping from first — His or Hers?

• Did your loyalty stay consistent, or were you refilling a different cup halfway through?

February at Spilled Beans was bold, moody, and layered — and this pick fit that energy perfectly.

If you’re still reading, savor it.
If you’ve finished, hold your thoughts, we’re spilling soon!