L.A.M.E. Book Club Podcast

The Summit finally arrives—and everything unravels. In Chapters 71–80 of Crescent City: House of Earth and Blood, Bryce’s desperate attempt to save Hunt collides with long-buried lies, explosive lore reveals, and a public reckoning that quite literally plays out on a jumbotron. As Micah’s true role is exposed, the mystery of Luna’s Horn detonates into one of the biggest twists in the series, refra...

In this week’s L.A.M.E. Book Club episode, we dive into Crescent City chapters 61–70 and… whew. Sarah J. Maas really said, “What if we emotionally demolish them mid-book?” We talk through Bryce’s brutal healing scene (aka peak “sweetheart” content from Hunt), the so-called Living Death punishment, and the absolutely unhinged reveal about Danika, synth, and what really happened to the pack. We also...

We’re back in Lunathion with so many theories, besties. In this episode we’re breaking down Crescent City chapters 51–60: Bryce summoning Aidas (and that absolutely unhinged “let’s fight a demon with a demon” logic), the planet contraption in the Autumn King’s office and how it mirrors Rhys’ in ACOSF, the mystery of Hel as its own planet, and what “find what is in between” could actually mean. We...

In this episode, we’re diving into Crescent City chapters 41–50, and things get WILD. We’ve got Jelly Jubilee’s “toy box,” Kristallos demons in the sewers, Bryce and Hunt getting extra flirty (hi, almost-kiss ), and Sabine dropping a MASSIVE bombshell about Danika and the Horn. We also spiral into SJM multiverse theories (is Truth-Teller the missing knife?!), compare creepy sewer demons to the Val...

Bryce breaks the Oracle, Hunt gets called Orion, and somehow we still find time to drag Sabine and confess Melissa thought Egypt was in Europe. In this episode we’re diving into Crescent City chapters 31–40: Micah’s super sketch boss moves, Hunt’s doomed(?) Orion mythology parallels, the Oracle’s terrifying warning about Bryce, murder maps on the ley lines, Luna’s Horn theories, and why the Godsla...

We’re back and diving into Crescent City chapters 21–30, and honestly… we might’ve just connected half the SJM universe. From Luna’s Horn to the 8-pointed star, we’re unpacking every theory — including whether Luna might actually be Deanna (yes, we went there). It’s officially Christmas season in the L.A.M.E. Book Club household, Melissa’s officially on baby watch, and somehow we still managed to...

It’s our annual Halloween episode, which means chaos, costumes, and Crescent City theories collide. Melissa shows up as a Spy Kids thumb thumb, Ellie’s in full tinfoil-hat mode, and somehow we still manage to deep dive into SJM’s hottest angels, mysterious witch bloodlines, and all the lore that haunts the Crescent City universe. Come for the costume reveal, stay for the multiverse meltdown — beca...

Welcome back to The L.A.M.E. Book Club Podcast! In this episode, we’re diving into Crescent City: House of Earth and Blood chapters 1 through 10 — and honestly, it’s already giving multiverse energy. We break down Bryce Quinlan’s introduction, that devastating early twist, and all the sneaky crossover clues that hint Sarah J. Maas has been building one massive connected universe this whole time. F...

Ever wondered if you’d actually survive in the worlds you love to read about? In this collab episode, we team up with Between Pages and Friends to find out which of us would make it out alive in our favorite fantasy books — from ACOTAR’s Under the Mountain to Fourth Wing’s Gauntlet and beyond. Expect chaos, laughter, and a few questionable survival instincts as we put our romantasy obsessions to t...

We’ve talked about books, tropes, and even smut before—but this week, we’re diving into something a little deeper. Can you love Jesus and read romantasy? 👀 We sat down with our friend Hailey (@haileyandherkindle) to talk about faith, fantasy, and how the two worlds overlap more than people think. From Narnia to ACOTAR, we’re unpacking how we balance our love for fantasy with our faith, what “disc...

It’s finally here… the very first Romanties! 🏆 As your hosts (Ellie & Melissa), we are handing out the only trophies that matter in the world of fantasy romance. From best banter and “touch her & die” moments to the ultimate found family and morally gray love interests, we’re crowning winners, calling out betrayals, and maybe fighting a little along the way. This episode is equal parts un...

In this episode of the L.A.M.E. Book Club Podcast, Ellie and Melissa dive into the biggest book-to-movie and book-to-TV adaptations coming in 2025 and 2026. From thrillers like The Housemaid and Verity to highly anticipated blockbusters like Project Hail Mary and the next Hunger Games, we’re breaking down which stories we think will smash on screen and which ones might flop. We share our honest re...

Melissa and Ellie are back with a full vibes episode of hot takes: SJM discourse, smut vs. story, series that should’ve been duologies, Crescent City & Empyrean spoilers, and the tropes we’re banning for life (sorry, enemies-to-lovers). We also read YOUR spiciest submissions and put them on trial—verdicts included. Light-hearted, a little chaotic, always bookish. Stick around for the Patreon a...

In this episode of the L.A.M.E. Book Club, Melissa and Ellie hand the mic to Grant for another round of Books with Boy—this time diving into Fourth Wing. From parapet chaos to dragon bonding, Xaden vs. Dain debates, and the heartbreak of Liam, we get an unfiltered “boy edition” take on one of romantasy’s most talked-about books. Spoilers for Fourth Wing only (no Iron Flame or beyond), plenty of la...

Welcome to the Build-A-Man Workshop! 🛠️✨ In this episode of the LAME Book Club, Melissa and Ellie piece together the ultimate fantasy book boyfriend. From Rhysand’s wings to Dorian’s charm, Xaden's shadows to pirate eyeliner—we’re taking the best traits from all of our favorite book men and building The Perfect Fantasy Boyfriend. Expect chaos, swooning, and way too many red flags. Website→ https:...

We’re back with a full dose of Goodreads chaos! In this episode, we (Melissa & Ellie) pull some of the spiciest one-star and five-star Goodreads reviews we could find… and let’s just say, the hot takes are HOT. From books we adored getting dragged through the mud, to books we couldn’t stand getting praised like masterpieces, we try to guess which book is being roasted (or worshipped). Plus, we...

What happens when you try to retell Heir of Fire from memory… a year and a half later? Chaos. Pure chaos. In this episode of the L.A.M.E. Book Club Podcast, Melissa and Ellie attempt to piece together Sarah J. Maas’s third Throne of Glass book without notes, outlines, or a reread—and the results are hilarious. Expect spoilers, fuzzy plot points, strong opinions, and plenty of moments that will mak...

We took the classic game of MASH, threw in our favorite (and least favorite) fantasy book characters, powers, pets, and enemies… and the results were absolutely unhinged. 🏰🐉 Who got stuck with Tamlin? Who’s rocking the world’s most useless superpower? And just when you think it can’t get more chaotic, we dive into the book news that has every fantasy reader talking — from SJM licensing drama to...

Have you ever wanted to pick the brain of a boy who read the ACOTAR series?? If so, today is your lucky day! In this bonus episode, Ellie and Melissa get to talk to Ellie's husband Grant about his thoughts, opinions, and theories on the ACOTAR series after reading the first three books. You won't want to miss this! Website→ https://www.lamebookclubpod.com/ Merch → https://www.lamebookclubpod.com/c...

Welcome to a chaotic new segment of the L.A.M.E. Book Club Podcast: Did You Even Read the Book?! Ellie, Melissa, and special guest Grant (yes, the husband!) put their Sarah J. Maas knowledge to the test in a brutal trivia showdown. Every wrong answer = eating something disgusting. Mystery jelly beans, raw asparagus, cold eggs — nothing is safe. Think you’d do better? Play along and let us know you...

We made it to the end of Silver Elite — and it did not hold back. In this episode, we break down chapters 49–55, including explosive twists, heartbreaks we did not emotionally consent to, and that final letter that left us reeling. Lyddie snitched, Cross stayed behind, and Wren’s entire world changed in one soul-crushing moment. Buckle up buttholes — this finale BROKE us. Website→ https://www.lame...

We’re spiraling (again) as we unpack chapters 43–48 of Silver Elite, and let’s just say: the theories are THRIVING. From Kaine's totally real death to that jet heist and a few suspiciously timed explosions, we’re connecting dots no one asked us to — and we’re not sorry about it. Also, Wren? Still lying. SJM? Still feeding us crumbs. And Cross? Just trying to stay alive. Buckle up. Website→ https:/...

Wren is deep in it this week. We’re covering Silver Elite chapters 37–42, and it’s absolute chaos: murder (oops), secrets (so many), and Cross being dangerously obsessed (sir, get a grip). Travis finally enters the scene, and let’s just say… we do not feel safe. Meanwhile, Wren’s web of lies is catching up to her, Tana’s trust is shattered, and someone really needs to revoke her telepathy privileg...

This week, we dive into Silver Elite chapters 31–36, and things get dark. Wren’s undercover mission at the brothel takes a shocking turn, Cross keeps playing with our hearts (and comms), and just when we thought it couldn’t get more intense—boom—Bryce. Dead. On the floor. From twisted training drills to forbidden hookups to that final fight we’re still not over, this episode is packed with chaos,...

In this week’s chaotic and unfiltered episode of The Lame Book Club Podcast, Melissa and Ellie cover chapters 25–30 of Silver Elite—and it’s a wild ride. From skydiving fails and shady scores to steamy shower tension and conspiracy theories about jammed cameras and Kirkland (no "s"), nothing is off-limits. We unpack Ren’s major turning point, Cross’s jealous streak, and a scene so cringey it lower...