Caffeine and Conjuring

We're diving into our final review of Queen of Shadows. Yes , it's a week late and Ilse’s audio sounds like she recorded it in a cave with Rowan brooding in the background 😅 (thanks, tech issues), but we made it through! Everything should sound normal again starting next episode! This week, we’re joined by some special guests to unpack the turning point that reshaped the entire SJM universe. Aeli...

The end of Queen of Shadows left us breathless, angry, elated, aching, and somehow still hungry for more. In this episode, we unravel the final ten chapters, where every choice cuts deep and no one walks away unchanged. Alliances fracture. Vows are tested. And in the silence between battles, something shifts , something final. This is where the girl becomes a queen. And it hurts in all the right w...

👀 Did you catch it...? Our latest podcast episode stops at Chapter 76 of Queen of Shadows , but don’t worry, we didn’t forget Ch. 77–79. We just had something special planned. 😏 We filmed a LIVE reaction (well, Stacey’s reaction, because one of us already knew what was coming) to those jaw-dropping final chapters. Let’s just say… Jaw’s were dropped, and maybe even a tear of two. Shadowfire, surp...

Chapters 70–76 brought the heat, the heartbreak, and the chaos we didn’t see coming. We’re breaking it all down in our latest episode. You don’t want to miss this one. 👀✨ And for chapters 77–79? Let’s just say… you need to see our reactions. 👑🎥 Watch the full reaction now on our brand new YouTube channel , link in bio! 📲💥 Thanks for listening to Caffeine and Conjuring! Subscribe for free to...

Our 2nd Sidequest episode is here, and this time, we're diving into the gripping new prequel Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne Collins. Set 24 years before Katniss Everdeen volunteered as tribute, this haunting tale unearths the dark origins of the 50th Hunger Games, and the brutal legacy it left behind. Join us as we unravel the layers of power, rebellion, and sacrifice in a Capitol-ruled world t...

Chapters 60–69 of Queen of Shadows are where the fire truly begins to roar. Aelin’s plans move into motion, revealing just how long she’s been playing the game, and how high the stakes have become. Characters are pushed to their breaking points, truths are unearthed in the dark, and one powerful confrontation changes everything. These chapters are bold, breathtaking, and impossible to look away fr...

Join us as we dive into chapters 40–49 of Queen of Shadow’s. Aelin begins to set her trap, weaving secrets and strategy. Unlikely alliances start to form, while old enemies inch dangerously close. There’s a reunion that’s anything but simple, a confrontation with unspoken pain, and a mission through shadows that tests loyalty and resolve. Every move feels like a gamble, and Aelin is betting everyt...

Chapter’s 40–49 of Queen of Shadows are where shadows start to move,and strike. Aelin steps deeper into enemy territory, both literally and emotionally, making moves that blur the line between vengeance and strategy. A familiar face returns under dire circumstances, old debts are called in, and a silent figure begins to stir in the dark. Power shifts, masks slip, and a single whispered word change...

Join us as we discuss Chapters 30–39 of Queen of Shadows. In this gripping section, Sarah J. Maas expertly raises the stakes as Aelin’s bold strategies collide with dark forces and long-buried secrets. Tension crackles in every scene, whether it’s a quiet moment heavy with emotion or a clash brimming with danger. Loyalties are questioned, power dynamics shift, and each decision carries weight that...

Get ready to be completely swept away in Chapters 20–29 of Queen of Shadows, where the stakes soar and the intensity deepens. These chapters mark a turning point—full of daring confrontations, shocking revelations, and heart-pounding tension that will leave you breathless. As Aelin’s cunning plans begin to take shape, alliances are tested and enemies draw closer, forcing every character to confron...

Join us as dive into Chapter’s 10-19 of Queen of Shadows. Thing’s are heating up as Aelin attempts a massive rescue mission for her captured cousin. Will she succeed? Will her ally’s stand by her when she has to make some hard decisions? Only time will tell. Thanks for listening to Caffeine and Conjuring! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If yo...

Join us as dive into book five in the Throne of Glass series by Sarah J. Mass, Queen of Shadows. Celaena has returned one last to Ardalan. Can she mend old friendships, rescue allies and take down the tyrant king? Only time will tell. Thanks for listening to Caffeine and Conjuring! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss...

Join us as we discuss our final thoughts on book four in the Throne of Glass series by Sarah J. Mass, Heir of Fire. Self-Discovery and empowerment, sacrifice, and destiny. The plot is getting thick as we prepare for the battle to come in Queen of Shadows. Thanks for listening to Caffeine and Conjuring! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you w...

Hello little witchlings and princelings, and welcome to Caffeine and Conjuring’s first ever side quest episode. We want to expand our discussions to outside of the SJM universe, and explore other Fantasy novels that might peak your interest. Our first side quest is Quicksilver by Callie Heart! This book has been the talk of BookTok for the past little while, and were finally seeing what all the fu...

We come to a close of our journey of Heir of Fire by Sarah J. Mass. Discussing the last 8 Chapter’s. Secret’s are exposed, lover’s are killed, and war is on their doorstep. Things are heating up in Adarlan. Thanks for listening to Caffeine and Conjuring! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers...

Join us as we follow Celaena navigate a world of power, magic, and intrigue, facing both inner and outer demons as she seeks to unravel the secrets of the Wyrdkeys and the impending threat of the Valg. Things are getting heavy as we near the end of book 4. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit caffeineandconjuring....

Join us as continue our journey in book four in the Throne of Glass series by Sarah J. Mass, Heir of Fire. Brace your heart, because we’re running low on happy chapter’s for a while. This series knows how to pull at our heartstrings. Thanks for listening to Caffeine and Conjuring! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss t...

Join us as continue our journey in book four in the Throne of Glass series by Sarah J. Mass, Heir of Fire. Witches, wyverns and magic, oh my! We take to the skies in this exciting episode, and start delving into those deeper emotional connections among friends. Thanks for listening to Caffeine and Conjuring! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If...

Join us as continue our journey in book four in the Throne of Glass series by Sarah J. Mass, Heir of Fire. "It is the strength of this that matters. No matter where you are, no matter how far, this will lead you home. It is the strength of this that matters, Aelin. The strength of this. You are my daughter. You were born of two mighty bloodlines. That strength flows through you. Lives in you. You...

Join us as continue our journey in book four in the Throne of Glass series by Sarah J. Mass, Heir of Fire. Aelin is being pushed to reclaim her identity, and it’s taking it’s toll . Can she break through the mental walls to embrace her true self? Thanks for listening to Caffeine and Conjuring! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like...

Join us as dive into book four in the Throne of Glass series by Sarah J. Mass, Heir of Fire. Aelin is off to Wendlyn to confront her darkest truth . . . a truth about her heritage that could change her life, and her future, forever. Thanks for listening to Caffeine and Conjuring! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss th...

Join us as we discuss our final thoughts on book three in the Throne of Glass series by Sarah J. Mass, The Assassin’s Blade. Self-Discovery and empowerment, the fine line between loyalty and betrayal, and the fight for justice and freedom. A trip down memory lane to the events that let to her being sent to Endovier, and the beginning of her journey in Throne of Glass. Thanks for listening to Caffe...

We come to a close of our journey of The Assassin's Blade by Sarah J. Mass. Discussing the fifth and final novella, The Assassin and the Empire. Betrayal of the highest degree, unbearable heartbreak and hitting rock bottom. Last stop, Endovier. Thanks for listening to Caffeine and Conjuring! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like t...

Join us as we continue our journey of The Assassin's Blade by Sarah J. Mass. Discussing the fourth novella, The Assassin and the Underworld. Breaking through the friend zone , buying your freedom, and a little unexpected dip into unsavory waters. Sounds like a grand time. Thanks for listening to Caffeine and Conjuring! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public...

We continue our journey of The Assassin's Blade by Sarah J. Mass. Discussing the third novella, The Assassin and the Desert. When did we start reading Dune? This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit caffeineandconjuring.substack.com