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Lucia and Jess are making their way through the worlds of Sarah J. Maas. In this episode they continue their deep dive into House of Sky and Breath, discussing chapters 41 to 60.
Join us to hear our thoughts on the Hind, secret identities and the disappointing conclusion to Emile's storyline.
Episode Timepoints:
00:00 - Intro
00:20 - Spoiler Warning
02:00 - Our Discussion of Chapters 41 to 60 of House of Sky and Breath
01:01:20 - Outro
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Lucia and Jess are making their way through the worlds of Sarah J. Maas. In this episode they continue their deep dive into House of Sky and Breath, discussing chapters 21 to 40.
Join us to hear our thoughts on mystics, mind-links and mates.
Episode Timepoints:
00:00 - Intro
00:30 - Spoiler Warning
01:00 - The Story So Far
02:40 - Our Discussion of Chapters 21-40 of House of Sky and Breath
01:05:45 - Outro
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Bryce may have saved Lunathion from an invasion of demons from Hel, but her actions have caught the attention of the Asteri. Instead of staying out of trouble, however, her and Hunt get tangled up with a rebellion...
Lucia and Jess are making their way through the worlds of Sarah J. Maas. In this episode they start their deep dive into House of Sky and Breath, discussing the first 20 chapters.
Join us to hear our thoughts on Danika keeping secrets (again), the disappointment that is Tharion, and the arrangement between Bryce and Hunt.
Episode Timepoints:
00:00 - Intro
00:20 - Spoiler Warning
01:05 - Our Discussion of Chapters 1-20 of House of Sky and Breath
50:05 - Outro
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Welcome back to another special season in which Lucia is joined by Jess to dive deep into Sarah J. Maasâs adult urban fantasy series Crescent City. This episode discusses chapters 81 through 98 of House of Earth and Blood.
Join us as we talk about the aftermath of Micahâs actions, the shifters coming to the rescue of Lunathion and Bryce finally making the Drop.
Episode Timepoints:
00:00 - Intro
00:20 - Spoiler Warning
00:35 - The Story So Far
02:10 - Our Discussion of Chapters 61 - 80 of Crescent City
49:40 - Outro
Links:
Sarah J. Maas on Goodreads
Reading Materials on Goodreads
Lucia on Goodreads
Corrie on Goodreads
Reading Materials on Instagram
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Welcome back to another special season in which Lucia is joined by Jess to dive deep into Sarah J. Maasâs adult urban fantasy series Crescent City. This episode discusses chapters 61 through 80 of House of Earth and Blood.
Join us as we talk about Huntâs punishment for attacking Amelie, the mystery that is Fury Axtar and the awesomeness that is Lehabah.
Episode Timepoints:
00:00 - Intro
00:25 - Spoiler Warning
00:50 - The Story So Far
01:35 - Our Discussion of Chapters 61 - 80 of Crescent City
01:04:25 - Outro
Other Books Mentioned:
A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas
Links:
Sarah J. Maas on Goodreads
Reading Materials on Goodreads
Lucia on Goodreads
Corrie on Goodreads
Reading Materials on Instagram
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Welcome back to another special season in which Lucia is joined by Jess to dive deep into Sarah J. Maasâs adult urban fantasy series Crescent City. This episode discusses chapters 41 through 60 of House of Earth and Blood.
Join us as we talk about demon princes, the mending of Ruhn and Bryce's relationship, and Danika's increasing number of secrets.
Episode Timepoints:
00:00 - Intro
00:20 - Spoiler Warning
00:35 - The Story So Far
02:25 - Our Discussion of Chapters 41 - 60 of Crescent City
1:01:50 - Outro
Other Books Mentioned:
A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas
The Serpent and the Wings of Night by Carissa Broadbent
Links:
Sarah J. Maas on Goodreads
Reading Materials on Goodreads
Lucia on Goodreads
Corrie on Goodreads
Reading Materials on Instagram
Thank you for listening! You can send your feedback, thoughts, questions and book recommendations to us at [email protected].
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Welcome back to another special season in which Lucia is joined by Jess to dive deep into Sarah J. Maasâs adult urban fantasy series Crescent City. This episode discusses chapters 21 through 40 of House of Earth and Blood.
Join us as we talk info-dumping, the developing relationship between Bryce and Hunt, sphinxes and the technicalities of flying with wings.
Episode Timepoints:
00:00 - Intro
00:25 - Spoiler Warning
01:05 - The Story So Far
02:25 - Our Discussion of Chapters 21 - 40 of Crescent City
1:07:20 - Outro
Other Books Mentioned:
A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas
Links:
Sarah J. Maas on Goodreads
Reading Materials on Goodreads
Lucia on Goodreads
Corrie on Goodreads
Reading Materials on Instagram
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Welcome back to another special season in which Lucia is joined by Jess to dive deep into Sarah J. Maasâs adult urban fantasy series Crescent City. This episode discussed chapters 1 through 20 of House of Earth and Blood.
Join us as we get introduced to a whole new world full of angels, fae, werewolves and the other supernatural citizens of Lunathion. We share our thoughts on a new cast of characters, the world-building and plot setup.
Episode Timepoints:
00:00 - Intro
00:55 - Spoiler Warning
01:35 - Our Discussion of Chapters 1 - 20 of Crescent City
53:55 - Outro
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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 Podcast Book
15:10 - Top 3 Non-Podcast Books
26:35 - Least Favourite Podcast Book
30:00 - The Most Disappointing Podcast Books
33:45 - The Biggest Surprise
38:35 - Least Favourite Non-Podcast Books
43:50 - Favourite Characters
45:05 - Least Favourite Book Scenes
47:15 - Favourite Podcast Moments
49:20 - Favourite Podcast Season
50:55 - Reading Goals for 2024
53:05 - Most Anticipated New Releases in 2024
55:50 - Coming Up on Reading Materials in 2024
01:02:55 - Outro
Books Mentioned:
Emma by Jane Austen
A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas
Go Tell The Bees That I Am Gone by Diana Gabaldon
Happy Place by Emily Henry
The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid
Pucking Around by Emily Rath
The Island of Missing Trees by Elif Shafak
The Beekeeper of Aleppo by Christy Lefteri
Friends, Lovers and the Big Terrible Thing by Matthew Perry
Love, Theoretically by Ali Hazelwood
The Love Hypothesis by Ali Hazelwood
The Aurora Cycle by Amie Kaufman and Jay Kristoff
The Expanse Series by James S. A. Corey
Empire of the Vampire by Jay Kristoff
Detransition Baby by Torrey Peters
The Brilliant Death by A. R. Capetta
Iron Widow by Xiran Jay Zhao
Ninth House / Hell Bent by Leigh Bardugo
The Familiar by Leigh Bardugo
Sorcery of Thorns by Margaret Rogerson
The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V. E. Schwab
The Right Wrong Number by Katie Warren
The Scottish Prisoner by Diana Gabaldon
The Highest Bidder by Sara Cate
The Opposite of Butterfly Hunting: The Tragedy and the Glory of Growing Up by Evanna Lynch
A Strange and Stubborn Endurance by Foz Meadows
The Armour of Light by Ken Follett
Divine Rivals by Rebecca Ross
House of Flame and Shadow by Sarah J. Maas
Together We Burn by Isabel Ibanez
Tripping Arcadia by Kit Mayquist
Links:
Reading Materials on Goodreads
Lucia on Goodreads
Corrie on Goodreads
Reading Materials on Instagram
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We round off season 7 with another guest episode in which we are excited to welcome back Maria, Lucia's co-host from season 6.
Join us for our discussion of Divine Rivals by Rebecca Ross and hear our thoughts on magical typewriters, confusing gods and manipulative love interests.
Episode Timepoints:
00:00 - Intro
03:00 - An Introduction to the Author
06:00 - Spoiler Warning
06:30 - The Blurb
07:15 - Our Discussion of Divine Rivals
01:11:35 - Outro
Other Books Mentioned:
Crescent City 3 by Sarah J. Maas
The Queen's Rising by Rebecca Ross
Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros
Narnia by C. S. Lewis
Links:
Rebecca Ross on Goodreads
Reading Materials on Goodreads
Lucia on Goodreads
Corrie on Goodreads
Reading Materials on Instagram
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In this weekâs episode we read another young adult fantasy novel and encounter flamenco dancing and dragon fighting in Together We Burn by Isabel Ibañez.
Join us for our discussion of the authorâs inclusion of Spanish culture, dragons as metaphors and multiple red herrings.
Episode Timepoints:
00:00 - Intro
00:20 - Life Updates
02:00 - An Introduction to the Author
04:50 - Spoiler Warning
05:20 - The Blurb
06:50 - Our Discussion of Together We Burn
45:15 - The Book We Will Be Discussing Next Time
47:30 - Outro
Other Books Mentioned:
Game of Thrones by George R. R. Martin
Divine Rivals by Rebecca Ross
Links:
Isabel Ibañez on Goodreads
Reading Materials on Goodreads
Lucia on Goodreads
Corrie on Goodreads
Reading Materials on Instagram
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In this week's episode we spend some time with the political and magical intrigue of The Brilliant Death by A. R. Capetta.
Join us in exploring the world of Vinalia, family politics, loyalty and secrets, as well as some soul-searching about what being a "young adult" actually means.
Episode Timepoints:
00:00 - Intro
00:20 - Life Updates
02:22 - An Introduction to the Author
04:16 - The Blurb
07:05 - Spoiler Warning
07:30 - Our Discussion of The Brilliant Death
53:11 - The Book We Will Be Discussing Next Time
01:15:40 - Outro
Other Books Mentioned:
â The Brilliant Deathâ by A. R. Capetta
Together We Burn by Isabel Ibanez
Links:
A. R. Capettaâ on Goodreads
â Reading Materialsâ on Goodreads
â Luciaâ on Goodreads
â Corrieâ on Goodreads
â Reading Materialsâ on Instagram
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In this week's episode we get a glimpse at the glamour of old-school Hollywood in The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid.
Join us to hear out thoughts on this bestselling and award-winning novel as we discuss Ernie, Don, Mick, Rex, Harry, Max and Robert, and ultimately find out who was the love of Evelyn's life.
Episode Timepoints:
00:00 - Intro
00:15 - Life Updates
02:30 - An Introduction to the Author
05:50 - The Blurb
07:05 - Spoiler Warning
07:30 - Our Discussion of The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo
01:15:00 - The Book We Will Be Discussing Next Time
01:15:40 - Outro
Other Books Mentioned:
The 7 1/2 Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle by Stuart Turton
Forever, Interrupted by Taylor Jenkins Reid
Daisy Jones and the Six by Taylor Jenkins Reid
The Brilliant Death by A. R. Capetta
Links:
Taylor Jenkins Reid on Goodreads
Reading Materials on Goodreads
Lucia on Goodreads
Corrie on Goodreads
Reading Materials on Instagram
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In this week's episode we journey to the fantastical lands of Ralia and Tithena in the queer love-story A Strange and Stubborn Endurance by Foz Meadows.
Join us for our discussion of political intrigue, the book's exploration of gender identity and the author's clever use of language.
Episode Timepoints:
00:00 - Intro
00:15 - Life Updates
06:45 - An Introduction to the Author
08:30 - The Blurb
09:50 - Our Discussion of 'A Strange and Stubborn Endurance'
20:25-24:35 - Trigger Warning for Discussion of Rape
24:45 - Trigger Warning for Discussion of Suicide Attempt
01:03:20 - The Book We Will Be Reading Next Time
01:04:10 - Outro
Books Mentioned:
Harry Potter by J. K. Rowling
His Dark Materials by Philip Pullman
A Discovery of Witches by Deborah Harkness
Crescent City by Sarah J. Maas
Pucking Around by Emily Rath
The Left Hand of Darkness by Ursula K. LeGuin
The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid
Links:
Foz Meadows on Goodreads
Reading Materials on Goodreads
Lucia on Goodreads
Corrie on Goodreads
Reading Materials on Instagram
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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, itâs 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!
Episode Timepoints:
00:00 - Intro
00:15 - Life Updates
02:25 - An Introduction to the Author
07:45 - Spoiler Warning
09:20 - The Blurb
10:00 - Our Discussion of 'The Song of Achilles'
01:02:20 - The Book We Will Be Discussing Next Time
01:03:45 - Outro
Other Books Mentioned:
Circe by Madeline Miller
The Illiad / The Odyssey by Homer
A Strange and Stubborn Endurance by Foz Meadows
Links:
Madeline Miller on Goodreads
Madeline Miller on Instagram
Madeline Millerâs website
Reading Materials on Goodreads
Lucia on Goodreads
Corrie on Goodreads
Reading Materials on Instagram
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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 topics that some listeners might find upsetting - please check the Episode Timepoints for trigger warnings.
Episode Timepoints:
00:00 - Intro
00:20 - Life Updates
03:10 - Trigger Warnings
04:10 - Introduction to the Author
07:45 - The Blurb
09:05 - Spoiler Warning
09:20 - Disclaimer
10:30 - Our Discussion of Detransition, Baby
01:18:15 - The Book We Will Be Discussing Next Time
01:19:00 - Outro
Books Mentioned:
Infect Your Friends and Loved Ones by Torrey Peters
The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller
Links:
Torrey Peters' website
Torrey Peters on Goodreads
Reading Materials on Goodreads
Lucia on Goodreads
Corrie on Goodreads
Reading Materials on Instagram
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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 Thorns
06:43 - Our Discussion of Sorcery of Thorns
01:05:41 - The Book We Will Be Discussing Next Time
01:08:37 - Outro
Other Books Mentioned:
Northern Lights by Phillip Pullman
The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown
A Darker Shade of Magic by V. E. Schwab
Crescent City Series by Sarah J. Maas
Tomorrow Will Be Different: Love, Loss, and the Fight for Trans Equality by Sarah McBride
Links:
â Margaret Rogersonâ on Goodreads
Margaret Rogerson on â Instagramâ
Margaret Rogerson's â websiteâ
â Reading Materialsâ on Goodreads
â Luciaâ on Goodreads
â Corrieâ on Goodreads
â Reading Materialsâ on Instagram
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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 Hell Bent
01:20:00 - The Book We Will Be Discussing Next Time
01:21:10 - Outro
Other Books Mentioned:
Ninth House by Leigh Bardugo
The Serpent and the Wings of Night by Carissa Broadbent
Sorcery of Thorns by Margaret Rogerson
The Aurora Cycle by Amie Kaufman and Jay Kristoff
Links:
Leigh Bardugo on Goodreads
Leigh Bardugo on Instagram
Leigh Bardugo's website
Reading Materials on Goodreads
Lucia on Goodreads
Corrie on Goodreads
Reading Materials on Instagram
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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, coincide one summer's week.
Episode Timepoints:
00:00 - Intro
00:20 - Life updates
04:23 - An Introduction to Season Seven
06:18 - Introduction to Happy Place
07:55 - The Blurb
09:25 - Our Discussion of "Happy Place"
17:00 - Belated spoiler alert
01:46:30 - Outro
Other Books Mentioned:
Dead in Devonâ by Stephanie Austin
Pucking Around by Emily Rath
Beyond the Wand by Tom Felton
Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing by Matthew Perry
Empire of the Vampire by Jay Kristoff
The Night Ship by Jess Kidd
Doctor Doolittle by Hugh Lofting
Beach Read by Emily Henry
People We Meet on Vacation/You and Me on Vacation by Emily Henry
Book Lovers by Emily Henry
Funny Story by Emily Henry
Hell Bent by Leigh Bardugo
Links:
â Emily Henryâ on Goodreads
â Reading Materialsâ on Goodreads
â Luciaâ on Goodreads
â Corrieâ on Goodreads
â Reading Materialsâ on Instagram
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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 - Intro
00:48 - Interview with Foz Meadows
37:07 - Trigger warning: Sexual Assault
01:01:26 - Outro
Foz's books:
A Strange and Stubborn Endurance by Foz Meadows
All the Hidden Paths by Foz Meadows
Links:
â Foz Meadows
â Foz Meadowsâ on Instagram
Foz Meadowsâ on X (formerly known as Twitter)
â Reading Materialsâ on Goodreads
â Luciaâ on Goodreads
â Corrieâ on Goodreads
â Reading Materialsâ on Instagram
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