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In which we learn how little Jennifer pays attention to anything more than just the plot of the book. Chaol is also discussed and apologized for; Nehemiah's death is acknowledged and we all get angry at Archer.
Also - Dramione. Obviously.
Books Discussed
Crown of Midnight by Sarah J Maas
The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid
One True Loves by Taylor Jenkins Reid
Is Violet pregnant? Who turns venin? Will Dain and Sloane end up together? These and other questions are discussed in random haphazard detail in our Onyx Storm Discussion.
Fics
Beyond Recall Or Desire – Vannminner
Novels
Butcher & Blackbird – Brynne Weaver
Join Jen and Traci as they hash out a re-read of one of the best fantasy fiction books written.
Books Discussed
Throne of Glass by Sarah J Maas
A Girl Called Samson by Amy Harmon
Assassin’s Blade and Other Stories by Sarah J Maas
Fics Discussed
Join us as we journey through SJM's OG Series. First up is Assassin's Blade and Other Stories - also discussed: Dramione & Wolf Shifters.
Books
Assassin’s Blade and Other Stories by Sarah J Maas
Kingdom of Ash by Sarah J Maas
Fics
Wolf Shifter Hockey Romance, a series by Linksy
Fan Favorite Lindsey joins Traci and Jen to discuss all things Dramione related. This episode was previously released (later deleted) due to terrible sound. The sound on this episode is MUCH better. Promise :)
Books Discussed
Twenties Girl by Sophie Kinsella
Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen
Friend to the show, Sarah from @sweetpea_sews (Check out her insta! she's soooo talented) walks Jen and Traci through her book binding process and talks Dramoine.
Books Discussed
Seven Year Slip by Ashley Poston
The Dead Romantics by Ashley Poston
A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J Maas
The Cuckoo’s Calling by Robert Galbraith
Jen and Traci talk about one of their new favorite authors. In the fanfic world, she's the indomitable Lovesbitca8, writer of kickass Dramione & Kylo Rey Fanfiction, but in the published author world she's Julie Soto.
For those living under a rock (just Jen, apparently) here are some pictures of Kylo Ren and Rey from Star Wars to give life to the Kylo Rey Fanfic conversation Books Discussed
Where in Traci shares her extensive knowledge of Elin Hildebrand books, characters & history and Jennifer tries to pretend that she’s doing more than just tagging along for the ride. Also, wolf shifter & dramione books are discussed.
Finlay Donavan is Killing It – Elle Cosimano
Finlay Donovan Knocks ‘Em Dead – Elle Cosimano
RRT friend Lindsay joins Jen & Traci to talk Crescent City, ACOTAR, Throne of Glass... as well as Fourth Wing, Dramione, and others.
Books discussed
A Court Silver Flames –Sarah J Maas
A Court of Thorns and Roses– Sarah J Maas
Outlander series – Diana Gabaldon
Essentially an hour long high five.
Jen and Traci reminisce about the last 10 episodes and act like they have their act together... and then lose 40 minutes of programming and have to re-record it all.
Proving to all who were curious that they truly are just faking their way through this podcast game.
Novels Discussed
Don’t Forget to Write by Sara Goodman Confino
Traci and Jen talk knotting, omegaverse, wolves and spice expectations. This is not suitable for any younger listeners.
Books Discussed
Catching Feelings – Maren Moore
The Summer I Turned Pretty – Jenny Han
The Happy Ever After Playlist – Abby Jimenez
Love, Theoretically – Ali Hazelwood
West With Giraffes – Lynda Rutledge
Fics
Traci and Jen discuss Dramione (as usual).
Books Discussed:
Half Blood Prince by JK Rowling
Fics Discussed
Draco Malfoy and the Mortifying Ordeal of Being in Love by Isthisselfcare
In Silence and Submission by gillianeliza
Rosemary for Remembrance by rubber_soul02
Breathm...
In which Traci and Jen talk Dramione (of course); The Idea of You by Robinne Lee makes a significant appearance, and then they jump into one of Jen's favorite comfort reads... The Happy Ever After Playlist by Abby Jimenez. SOOO good.
Books Discussed
The Happy Ever After Playlist - Abby Jimenez
A Court of Silver Flames - Sarah J Maas
The Hating Game - Sally Thorne
Fics ...
Jen podcasts from a closet in Missouri as we talk one of the best new releases from May 2024, Elle Kennedy's follow up from The Graham Effect, The Dixon Rule. This book follows Shane and Diana's spicy relationship and includes some fun cameos from Kennedy's previous books.
Books Discussed
The Dixon Rule by Elle Kennedy
Jen and Traci talk Fourth Wing & Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros.
Books Discussed:
House of Flame and Shadow - Sarah J Maas
The Last Letter - Rebecca Yarros
Fics Discussed:
Special guest, our producer, Ken comes to talk with Jen and Traci about Bridgerton, The Duke and I by Julia Quinn.
Books Discussed:
The Duke and I - Julia Quinn
The Viscount Who Loved Me - Julia Quinn
Romancing Mr Bridgerton - Julia Quinn
Jurassic Park - Michael Crichton
Girl Abroad - Elle Kennedy
My Oxford Year - Julia Wheland
The Graham Effect - Elle Kennedy
Whitney my Love - Judith McNaught
Almost Heaven - Judith McNaught
Traci and Jen meet to discuss Manacled and Dramoine fanfic (finally!).
Fics Discussed
Between Certifiable and Bliss - HeyJude19
Manacled - SenLinYu
Books Discussed
The Lone Wolf's Rejected Mate - Cate C Wells
The Tyrant Alpha's Rejected Mate - Cate C Wells
Twilight - Stephanie Meyer
Handmaid's Tale - Margaret Atwood
Jen and Traci meet to talk about Jennifer Armentrout's From Blood and Ash series and then end up... not.
Books Discussed:
The Hating Game - Sally Thorne
Beyond the Wand - Tom Felton
From Blood and Ash - Jennifer Armentrout
Kingdom of Flesh and Fire - Jennifer Armentrout
A Crown of Gilded Bones - Jennifer Armentrout
A War of Two Queens - Jennifer Armentrout
A Soul of Ash and Blood - Jennifer Armentrout
Traci and Jen talk CC3 as well as Dramoine & murder-y books
Breath Mints and Battle Scars - Onyx and Elm (Link not available)
A Good Girl's Guide to Murder - Holly Jackson
House of Flame and Shadow - Sarah J Maas
Jen & Traci talk about the Sarah J Maas Universe and their feelings about House of Flame and Shadow.
House of Flame and Shadow - Sarah J Maas
House of Earth and Blood - Sarah J Maas
House of Sky and Breath - Sarah J Maas
Throne of Glass - Sarah J Maas
Crown of Midnight - Sarah J Maas
Heir of Fire - Sarah J Maas Queen of Shadows - Sarah J Maas
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