Reading Materials

We return this week to tackle our first Greek mythology retelling as we discuss the heart-breaking The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller. Forget what you know from the Hollywood and Disney versions, it’s time to go back to the source as we discuss prideful heroes and gods, understated but beautiful writing, and gut-punch endings. There is even a cameo from baby Edward at the end of the episode!...

We step away from fantasy this week to discuss Torrey Peters' bestselling debut about gender, parenthood, love and trans life - Detransition, Baby . Tune in for our thoughts on Reece, Ames (or Amy before her detransition) and Katrina as they navigate relationships, grapple with gender identity and ultimately decide what to do about a surprise pregnancy. Please note that this episode deals with top...

Today we venture down the dusty halls of the libraries of Austermeer in Margeret Rogerson's " Sorcery of Thorns ". Grimoires, sorcerers, demons and feisty teenage girls abound - join us in our discussion of this fun jaunt through the hallways of ancient libraries, enchanted houses and demon-infested mansions. Episode Timepoints: 00:00 - Intro 00:16 - Life Updates 05:26 - The Blurb for Sorcery of T...

We continue Season 7 with a sequel to one of our favourite books from Season 3 - Hell Bent by Leigh Bardugo. Join us as we journey with Galaxy Stern to hell and discuss character development, vampires, bunnies and of course - Darlington's glow-stick. Episode Timepoints: 00:00 - Intro 00:20 - Life Updates 06:00 - The Blurb for Hell Bent 08:10 - Brief Summary of the Book 12:00 - Our Discussion of He...

We kick off Season 7 with Happy Place , the latest in Emily Henry's growing set of feel good novels, published in April 2023. Corrie is back from maternity leave, Lucia is fresh from an in-depth exploration of ACOTAR, and we reunite with one of our favourite authors as we find out what happens during Lobster Season in Maine when six friends, three secrets, and the harsh reality of growing up, coin...

We are super excited to present our very first author interview - thank you so much to Emily Rath for being our guest! Emily Rath is an author of fantasy and romance. Her works include the Amazon international bestselling Jacksonville Rays Hockey series and the Second Sons Regency romance series . Join us as we talk queer why choose romance, politics, the writing process and more. Episode Timepoin...

2023 went by in a blur of babies, new jobs and books - a combined 77 books, in fact. In this bonus episode we reflect on our reading journeys in 2023 and look ahead at what 2024 has in store. Join us to hear about our favourite books, favourite podcast moments and more! Episode Timepoints: 00:00 - Intro 00:20 - Life Updates 03:45 - 2023 Podcast Stats 09:15 - 2023 Reading Goals 12:55 - Favourite Po...

We took some time in late October to chat to another author, the wonderful Foz Meadows. Foz is an Australian fantasy author, blogger and poet. In anticipation of the release of their next novel " All the Hidden Paths " on December 5th, 2023, we chatted all things writing, tackling language in fiction, a bit of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, and a myriad of other things! Episode Timepoints: 00:00 - Intr...

After 4 months we have made it to the end of our  A Court of Thorns and Roses  re-read! What a journey it has been… Join us for this series wrap-up episode in which Maria returns and we discuss the series as a whole and share our predictions for Crescent City and the next ACoTaR books. Episode Timepoints 00:00 - Intro 40:00 - Spoiler Warning for Crescent City 58:30 - Outro Books Mentioned: A Court...

Lucia and Jess have reached the end of their journey through the  A Court of Thorns and Roses  series by Sarah J. Maas. This episode discusses chapters 61 through 80 of  A Court of Silver Flames . Join us as we share our final thoughts on the book and talk about the Rite, Nesta’s bargain with the Mother and our issues with Feyre’s pregnancy. Episode Timepoints 00:00 - Intro 00:20 - Spoiler Warning...

Lucia and Jess continue their deep-dive into the A Court of Thorns and Roses series. This episode discusses chapters 41 through 60 of  A Court of Silver Flames  by Sarah J. Maas. We also discuss the bonus Azriel and Elain chapter which was included in the Books-a-Million Exclusive Edition of this book. Join us for our thoughts on Nesta hitting rock bottom, mating bonds snapping into place and trai...

Lucia and Jess continue their deep-dive into the A Court of Thorns and Roses series. This episode discusses chapters 21 through 40 of  A Court of Silver Flames  by Sarah J. Maas. Join us for our thoughts on Nesta and Cassian’s developing relationship, Feyre’s big reveal and creepy kelpies. Episode Timepoints 00:00 - Intro 0:20 - Spoiler Warning 00:35 - The Story So Far 01:10 - Our Discussion of Ch...

The war with Hybern may be over, but for Nesta the nightmares continue and on the continent, a new evil is stirring... Lucia and Jess continue their deep-dive into the A Court of Thorns and Roses series. This episode discusses chapters 1 through 20 of  A Court of Silver Flames  by Sarah J. Maas. Join us for our thoughts on snarling, subplots and sexual tension you can cut with a knife. Episode Tim...

It's the Winter Solstice, which means it's time for shopping, hot chocolate and endless descriptions of snowy landscapes... Lucia and Jess continue their deep-dive into Sarah J. Maas’s best-selling series, this time with their discussion of the novella  A Court of Frost and Starlight . Hear their thoughts on characters not acting quite like themselves, Mor’s tendency to keep secrets from those she...

We continue our journey through A Court of Wings and Ruin by Sarah J. Maas. This episode discusses chapters 61 through 82. Join us as we talk about revelations, plot twists and sacrifices, as the original trilogy comes to a dramatic close. Episode Timepoints 00:00 - Intro 00:45 - Spoiler Warning 01:10 - The Story So Far 02:00 - Our Discussion of Chapters 61-80 of A Court of Wings and Ruin 58:50 -...

We continue our journey through  A Court of Wings and Ruin  by Sarah J. Maas. This episode discusses chapters 41 through 60. Join us as we talk about the melodrama of the High Lords’ meeting, contemplate what mental walls actually look like and question whether Jurian can teleport. Episode Timepoints 00:00 - Intro 00:30 - Spoiler Warning 01:00 - The Story So Far 02:30 - Our Discussion of Chapters...

We continue our exploration of  A Court of Wings and Ruin  by Sarah J. Maas. This episode discusses chapters 21 through 40. Join us as we talk about Nesta and Amren’s unlikely friendship, Elain’s new powers and Tarquin’s lack of gratitude after the attack on Adriata. Episode Timepoints: 00:00 - Intro 00:25 - Spoiler Warning 00:40 - The Story So Far 01:05 - Our Discussion of Chapters 21-40 of A Cou...

War in Prythian is imminent as the King of Hybern rallies his troops and sets his sight on the Wall and the human lands beyond. Still reeling from their last encounter with the King, Feyre and the rest of the Court of Dreams must go to new extremes to find as many allies as possible... In this episode Lucia, Jess and Maria discuss chapters 1 through 20 of A Court of Wings and Ruin , book 3 in the...

Lucia is joined by Maria and Jess to continue their deep-dive into the A Court of Thorns and Roses series. This episode discusses chapters 47 through 69 of A Court of Mist and Fury by Sarah J. Maas. Join us as we talk about mating bonds, betrayals and cliffhangers. Episode Timepoints: 00:00 - Intro 00:20 - Spoiler Warning 00:35 - The Story So Far 01:06:50 - Outro Books Mentioned: A Court of Wings...

We continue our exploration of  A Court of Mist and Fury  by Sarah J. Maas. This episode discusses chapters 24 through 46. Join us as we talk about Court politics, Feyre’s new powers and the developing relationship between Rhysand and Feyre. Episode Timepoints: 00:00 - Intro 00:20 - Spoiler Warning 00:30 - The Story So Far 01:20 - Our Discussion 01:05:30 - Outro 01:05:55 - Blooper Other Books Ment...

Amarantha has been defeated but across the sea, the King of Hybern is preparing to wage war against Prythian and the human world. To be able to stop him, Feyre must come to terms with the creature she has become and learn to harness her new powers, while also making true on her bargain with Rhysand, the High Lord of the Night Court... In this episode Lucia, Jess and Maria discuss chapters 1 throug...

We continue our exploration of A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas. This episode discusses chapters 24 through 46 of the first book. Join us as we talk about bargains, riddles, villains and our frustrations with a certain High Lord. Episode Timepoints: 00:00 - Intro 00:20 - Spoiler Warning 01:49:00 - Outro Other Books Mentioned: Harry Potter series by J. K. Rowling The Hunger Games by Suz...

We're off to Prythian! Corrie is on maternity leave, so Lucia is joined by Maria and Jess for a deep-dive into one of their favourite book series - A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas. This episode discusses chapters 1 through 23 of the first book. It's a chunky one as we introduce all of the characters and talk about traumatic backstories, the most beautiful man and Feyre's unending pati...

In a break from our usual format, Lucia is joined this season by her friends Jess and Maria for a deep dive into one of their favourite series - A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas. This opening episode serves as an introduction to the new co-hosts, as well as to the new format of the season. Episode Timepoints: 00:00 - Intro 00:45 - Introduction to the New Co-Hosts 21:45 - The Plan for S...

Corrie dips her toe back into the podcasting world for our mid-year freakout. Join us as we take stock of our reading so far in 2023 with our favourite books and characters, and look ahead with new reading goals and episode formats. Episode Timepoints: 00:00 - Intro 00:30 - Life Updates 04:00 - Number of Books Read 06:30 - Best Book Read 13:30 - Best Sequel Read 15:00-16:00 - SPOILER WARNING for O...