Spread Your Wingspan

Summary In this episode of the Spread Your Wingspan podcast, hosts Sara and Jennie dive deep into the latest installment of the Blood and Ash series, 'The Primal of Blood and Bone.' They discuss character arcs, plot developments, and the themes of love, obsession, and the complexities of relationships. The conversation also touches on the reactions from fans, the writing style of the author, and p...

Summary In this episode of the Spread Your Wingspan podcast, hosts Sara and Jennie chat with Canadian author J.M. Frey about her latest book, 'Nine Tenths.' They explore the inspiration behind the story, the themes of grief and colonialism, and the representation of mental health in characters. J.M. shares her writing journey, the significance of her characters, and the importance of research in c...

Summary In this episode, Jennie and Sara discuss the book 'Nine Tenths' by J.M. Frey. They explore the themes of wealth inequality, the complexities of relationships, and the representation of anxiety and bisexuality within the narrative. The conversation also touches on the world-building aspects of the story, including its historical context and cultural commentary. The hosts share their persona...

Summary In this episode, the hosts discuss the fourth and final book in the Flesh and Fire series, 'Born of Blood and Ash.' They explore its complex themes, including trauma, leadership, and the balance between fate and free will. The conversation delves into character development, romantic dynamics, and the implications of parenthood in a chaotic world. The hosts also express their excitement for...

Summary In this conversation, Jennie and Sarah delve into the third book of the Flesh and Fire series, discussing its themes, character arcs, and the complexities of morality and monstrosity. They discuss the development of the protagonist Sera, and the intricate dynamics of villainy and heroism. The episode also touches on the portrayal of romantic relationships and the pacing of the narrative. O...

Summary In this conversation, Jennie and Sara discuss 'A Light in the Flame', the second book in the Blood and Ash prequel series Flesh and Fire. They explore themes such as enemies to lovers, atonement, and the complexity of morality. The discussion highlights character development, the nature of good and evil, and the interplay of fate and free will. They also touch on the significance of the Dr...

Summary In this conversation, the hosts delve into the second book of the Flesh and Fire series, a prequel to the Blood and Ash series by Jennifer L. Armentrout. They discuss the complexity of the plot, and the themes of fate versus free will, consent, and found family. The hosts also explore the emotional depth of the characters, particularly in relation to mental health, and the representation o...

Summary The conversation delves into the complexities of engaging with art created by problematic figures, focusing on the themes of monstrosity, morality, and audience engagement. The hosts discuss the book 'Monsters: A Fan's Dilemma' by Claire Dederer, exploring their personal reactions to the text and the broader implications of consuming art in a capitalist society. They examine case studies o...

Summary In this episode, Jennie and Sara dive into the absurdity of the erotic novella 'Unhinged,' which features a sentient door named Driss and explores themes of female empowerment, sexuality, and humor. They discuss the plot, character dynamics, and the unique narrative style, while also reflecting on the cultural commentary embedded within the story. The conversation highlights the blend of c...

Summary In this conversation, Jennie and Sara discuss the fifth book of the Blood and Ash series, A Soul of Ash and Blood. They talk about the unique perspective of Casteel in retelling the events that happen in the first book of the series, the themes of trauma and self-discovery, and the evolution of writing style in the series. The dynamics between characters, particularly the relationships and...

Summary In this episode, Jennie and Sara discuss 'A War of Two Queens,' the fourth book in the Blood and Ash series by Jennifer L. Armentrout. They explore the plot, character development, themes of consent and morality, and the dynamics of relationships, including polyamory and social monogamy. The conversation delves into the pacing of the book, the self-actualization of the protagonist Poppy, a...

Summary: In this episode of the Spread Your Wingspan podcast, hosts Jennie and Sara dive into the third book of the Blood and Ash series, 'Crown of Gilded Bones.' They explore the evolution of audiobooks, the impact of dramatization on storytelling, and the rise of fantasy and romance genres. The conversation also explores the character development, themes of morality and power, and the consequenc...

Summary In this episode, hosts Jennie and Sara chat about the enchanting world of Delemhach's literary universe, exploring themes of cozy fantasy, romance, and representation. This was a rare case of Jennie loving a series and Sara having a *gasp* DNF. They discuss their different perspectives, how the series improved, the humor infused in the narrative, and the significance of neurodivergence and...

Summary   In this episode of the Spread Your Wingspan podcast, hosts Jennie and Sara delve into the second book of the 'Blood and Ash' series by Jennifer L. Armentrout,, 'Kingdom of Flesh and Fire.' They discuss the intricate character dynamics, particularly between Poppy and Casteel, and explore themes of self-discovery, empowerment, and the role of emotions in the narrative. The conversation als...

Summary In this episode of the Spread Your Wingspan podcast, hosts Jennie and Sara kick off Season Two with a detailed discussion of the book 'Onyx Storm.' They explore the plot, character development, and the overarching themes of love, war, and power. The conversation also critiques the writing style, pacing, and world-building, while speculating on the future of the series and the implications...

Summary In this episode of the Spread Your Wingspan podcast, Jennie and Sara discuss the book ‘It Happened One Summer’ by Tessa Bailey. They explore themes such as the small town romance trope, the comfort read aspect of the book, and the predictability of romance novels. They also touch on the steamy scenes and the importance of female pleasure in romance novels. Overall, they find the book to be...

Summary In this conversation, Jennie and Sara discuss the book 'Misadventures of a Curvy Girl' by Sierra Simone. They explore themes of self-love, the impacts of fat phobia, polyamorous romance, and the effects of trauma. Jennie found the book a bit tedious and wanted more character development, while Sara appreciated the representation of a fat protagonist and the exploration of body image issues...

Summary In this conversation, Jennie and Saraa discuss the book 'From Blood and Ash' by Jennifer L. Armentrout. They talk about the themes of tyranny, patriarchy, awakening, and the power of choice. They talk about the unpredictability of the plot, the knitting together of the storylines, and the potential for a vampire arc in their podcast. They also discuss the writing style and language used in...

Summary: In this conversation, Jennie and Sara discuss the book 'Kushiel's Dart' by Jacqueline Carey. They explore themes such as pain and pleasure, political machinations, secrets versus truths, women's roles in society, found family, loyalty and trust, and the variations of consent. They also touch on the religious and historical aspects of the book, including the concept of 'Love as Thou Wilt'...

Spoilers: A Marvellous Light by Freya Marske Narrated by David Thorpe Summary In this episode of the Spread Your Wingspan podcast, Sara and Jennie discuss the book 'A Marvellous Light' by Freya Marske. They explore the themes of queer love, power dynamics, and the contrast between social falsehoods and authentic selves. The book follows the story of Robin and Edwin, who navigate a magical world an...

Summary: In this bonus pod, Jennie and Sara discuss the second half of Bridgerton’s Season 3. They address the criticisms and controversies surrounding the show, including racist reactions and resistance to changes from the books. They also express their support for the show's diversity and the collaboration between Julia Quinn and Shonda Rhimes. The conversation covers various storylines, includi...

Summary In this episode, Sara and Jennie continue to create their glossary. They explore the term 'romantasy' and touch on taboos and subgenres in romance novels. They explore the appeal of these themes and the cultural roots behind them. The concept of dark romance and its subjective nature is touched upon, with some vampire discussion much to Sara’s delight. They also touch on topics that divide...

Summary In this conversation, Jennie and Sara create their glossary of terms exploring different kinks and their appeal. They talk about the evolution of societal attitudes towards sexual preferences and relationships and how books can help explore and understand different kinks. They delve into specifics like: praise kink, shaming kink, reverse harem, throuples, daddy kink, BDSM, and age gaps whi...

Summary In this conversation, Jennie and Sara discuss the TV show Bridgerton, focusing on the first half of Season 3. They talk about their initial impressions of the show, the characters, and the plot. They also discuss the decision to split Season 3 into two parts and the pacing and anticipation for the second half. The conversation covers various themes and tropes in the show, such as teacher-s...

Spoilers: Priest: A Love Story and Sinner by Sierra Simone   Content Warnings: Age gap, older man and younger woman Explores a murky first sexual encounter in terms of consent Cancer and death Suicide Taboo of a sexual relationship with a postulant/almost nun   Summary In this episode of the Spread Your Wingspan Podcast, Jennie and Sara discuss the novel Sinner by Sierra Simone. They explore theme...