The Prince Kai Fan Pod

*Chapter Discussion begins at timestamp 47:15* This week Bethanie is joined by fellow librarian and Patreon member Becca. We finally get to see what happened to Scarlet after she was captured by Thaumaturge Sybil. But as happy as we are to get an insight into her circumstances, she is far from safe, and we are left feeling sad and scared for her unknown future. After a tearful ending to Scarlet's...

*Chapter Discussion begins at timestamp 8:53* Cress and Thorne try to adapt to their surroundings. After a quick inspection of the satellite, they gather what supplies they can and head out into the desert. Although the situation and her surroundings terrify her, Cress is happy to be on Earth, especially with Captain Carswell Thorne.  As they venture towards the mountains in the distance, we learn...

*Chapter Discussion begins at timestamp 6:19* Cress and Thorne have arrived safely on Earth, but their troubles are far from over. Scared and alone, a blind Thorne cuts Cress's hair before they try to work out a survival plan. Meanwhile, Cinder arrives on Earth to a startled Dr. Erland, accompanied by a Lunar Guard and an unconscious and bloody Lunar OPS. Dr. Erland, although happy to see her, und...

*Chapter Discussion begins at timestamp 11:35* As Cinder struggles to accept the loss of Thorne and Scarlet, her new crew member takes control of the situation. Lunar Guard Jacin, now aboard the Rampion, helps Cinder bandage Wolf's wounds, as they make their descent to Africa. Meanwhile, Thorne and Cress are plummeting to Earth in her satellite. As Cress tries desperately to save their fall, Thorn...

*Chapter Discussion begins at timestamp 7:45* The Rampion Crew awaits the return of their captain and new crew member, unaware of the danger Thorne and Cress are in. When Cinder reacts too quickly to a surprise attack from Sybil Mira and her Lunar Guard, she loses a friend and gains a new Prisoner. But when she tries to save all of her friends, Cinder realizes she doesn't know what she can do.  Th...

*Chapter Discussion begins at timestamp 7:45* As the Rampion Crew prepares to rescue Cress, Iko and Scarlet worry about how she will adapt to her new life aboard the space ship. But when Thorne goes to pick her up, he is met with an unexpected surprise. Now Thorne and Cress must face the unknown together, and the Rampion Crew has no idea they're about to face uninvited guests. This podcast is Host...

*Chapter Discussion Starts at timestamp 35:37* This week former co-host Becca joins Bethanie to discuss chapter 8 of Cress. As Cress prepares for the arrival of her Rampion Crew friends to rescue her, she is overwhelmed by emotions and impatient with anticipation. But an unexpected visit from Mistress Sybil, and the reveal of another Lunar with her, complicate the rescue plan she has been looking...

*Chapter Discussion begins at timestamp 9:15* We get our first glimpse into Kai's wedding plans and how much he is looking forward to the big day.  Although some Earthen's are excited about the prospect of a Royal Wedding, many Earthen leaders are not happy about the choice to give more power to the predator.  But, an unexpected update from Nainsi has the potential to brighten Kai's spirits.  Dr....

*Chapter Discussion Starts at Time Stamp 9:53 The Rampion Crew have been slowly planning how to dethrone Levana, and it turns out they need evidence from a girl Cinder met in book 1. Cress is playing games when a message that changes her life comes in. After an awkward meeting with the Rampion Crew, they decide it's time to rescue the damsel in distress.   This podcast is Hosted and Produced by Be...

Join Bethanie and special guest author Marissa Meyer as we explore some of the Easter Eggs from Scarlet and reflect on the character and plot development!    This podcast is Hosted and Produced by Bethanie A. Finger, with special guest was best selling author Marissa Meyer from The Happy Writer podcast. Logo Art was created by Angela Wong on Instagram. Intro/Outro Music was written by Emma Pavvo o...

*Chapter Discussion begins at timestamp 16:11* We rejoin the rampion crew where the gang is preparing for their next move.  As Wolf trains Cinder on how to use her gift and how to fight, Thorne, Scarlet, and Iko are building the bonds of friendship. Meanwhile, on her satellite, Cress reveals all the information she has been hiding from her mistress, Sybil, and her deepest desires are revealed. Thi...

*Chapter Discussion starts at timestamp 11:33* In our first look at book 3 of the Lunar Chronicles, we meet a Lunar shell named Cress who has been trapped on a satellite for the last seven years.  Forced to do Queen Levana's evil bidding, Cress has always longed for freedom, and for the chance to live on Earth, the Blue Planet.  Cress's life has been lonely isolation in her satellite and she yearn...

*Special Bonus Episode* This is a very special bonus episode where host Bethanie got the chance to interview the best selling author who inspired this podcast, Marissa Meyer! This podcast episode does contain spoilers, there was a special exception made for this amazing opportunity! Happy listening! This podcast is Hosted and Produced by Bethanie A. Finger, with special guest Marissa Meyer. Logo A...

Join Bethanie and Adapted For Your Viewing Podcast Host Amanda Elligan as we discuss Scarlet and the 1991 Animated Disney Film Beauty and the Beast! This podcast is Hosted and Produced by Bethanie A. Finger, with special guest Amanda Elligan. Logo Art was created by Angela Wong on Instagram. Intro/Outro Music was written by Emma Pavvo on Instagram. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See...

*Chapter Discussion Starts At Time Stamp 37:50* Still aboard the Rampion, Scarlet is coming to terms with the loss of her grandmother and Wolf is learning to use Earthen tools.  Scarlet and Wolf enjoy a meal together and realize there may be more between them than the food. Cinder contemplates her future and Kai's engagement while Iko feels the weight of her responsibilities on her Rampion shoulde...

*Chapter Discussion starts at timestamp 24:18* Aboard the Rampion, Cinder, Scarlet, Wolf, Thorne, and Iko have just escaped Earth and are now orbiting in space.  After tending to their wounds, Scarlet confronts Cinder and her secret identity is finally revealed.  Wolf offers to help Cinder and Scarlet reminds her of her responsibilities, but all Cinder wants is one moment to think. On the moon, Lu...

*Chapter Discussion Starts at Time Stamp 7:50* We find ourselves in Kai's POV, watching the horrible Lunar attacks on the Netlink.  During a conference with the Earthen Union, Kai and the other world leaders try to make sense of these devastating and terrifying attacks on Earth. While trying to determine the best courses of action, Huy interrupts the meeting Kai abruptly ends the call.  It seems C...

*Chapter Discussion Starts at Time Stamp 13:58* After getting shot with a tranquilizer dart, Wolf passes out and Scarlet is surprised to meet a man and a girl in the streets of Paris.  When she realizes who the girl is, Scarlet is torn between her desire to protect Wolf and her last promise to her grandmother. Cinder and Thorne find themselves with 2 new stowaway aboard the Rampion, one an unconsc...

*Chapter Discussion Starts at Time Stamp 15:58* After finally being reunited with her Grandmere, Scarlet must now face the wrath of Ran who is determined to kill her as a way to weaken his alpha, Wolf.  Scarlet loses everything precious to her while fighting for her life, and Wolf appears unexpectedly.  After defeating Ran, Wolf chases Scarlet down himself, but before she can calm him down and rem...

*Chapter Discussion Starts at Time Stamp 10:47* As Cinder and Thorne flee the city of Rieux and its attackers, Iko reveals they aren't the only ones under attack, and Cinder must leave behind a part of her past and her heart.  While listening to the howls in the basement, Scarlet is shocked to also hear the cries of a familiar voice.  But after finally being reunited with her beloved Grandmere, Sc...

*Chapter Discussion Starts at Time Stamp 17:19* As Cinder and Thorne search Michelle Benoit's hometown for a power cell, they come across some unwanted and unexpected visitors. But Cinder is shocked when she finds out who they are really looking for. As Cinder and Thorne try to find a safe way to escape the police and the Eastern Common Wealth military, an even bigger threat arrives, ready to rip...

*Chapter Discussion Starts at Time Stamp 37:35* *~*Celebrating the One Year Anniversary of The Prince Kai Fan Pod!*~* We once again join Cinder and Thorne as they venture into the town of Rieux in search of a power cell for the Rampion. After a meeting with an unobservant shop clerk and a creepy, burly man, they leave the shop just to find themselves face to face with the police. But the officer i...

*Chapter Discussion starts at timestamp 13:35* Cinder and Thorne finally touch back down to Earth in search of Michelle Benoit and answers. But as they explore the farm, they find secrets of Cinders' past that lead to more questions than answers. In the house, they find Michelle Benoit's ID chip and an unexpected visitor tells them of her disappearance. After finding out her granddaughter is also...

*Chapter Discussion Starts at Time Stamp 25:38* Scarlet has spent all day locked up in an old dressing room in the opera house; biding her time and plotting revenge on Wolf. But after an unsatisfying reunion with her grandmere, Scarlet loses more than her temper. Wolf's real name is revealed in the first-ever chapter from his POV. Jael is here for the dramatic reunion of brothers Ze'Ev and Ran, bu...

*Chapter Discussion Begins at Time Stamp 23:54* As Scarlet and Wolf finally arrive at 'Gang' headquarters, it's not what Scarlet expected to find. In an antiquated Opera House lit by obsolete candles, Scarlet is not only surprised by the reveal of 'the gang' is, but she is also surprised by their secret accomplice. We finally see a chapter from Kai's POV again, but Kai doesn't have much to be happ...