Welcome to our 15-part deep-dive literary analysis of Sarah J. Maas’s bestselling romantasy novel, A Court of Mist and Fury (ACOMAF). In this episode, we cover chapters 52 through 55 as Feyre retreats to the mountains to grapple with the most personal revelation yet: Rhysand is her mate.
With 13 years of combined academic literary experience and two disti ... Show More
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Heir of Fire (Ch. 26–31): Aelin Masters Fae Form, Chaol & Aedion Raid Her Past, and Manon Bonds with Abraxos
Book Talk for BookTok with Jac & Amy treats your favorite BookTok novels, romance and romantasy, like literature. We bring real tools of analysis (themes, imagery, symbolism, character arcs) to your favorite books.
Two episodes weekly:
Tuesday = Analysis
Thursday = Listener ... Show More
1h 32m
Nov 20
Heir of Fire (Ch. 21–25): Breadcrumbs and Broomsticks
This Thursday, we dive into listener theories and full-series foreshadowing for Heir of Fire Ch. 21–25, where Aelin’s wildfire erupts, Manon chooses Abraxos in the pit, and Dorian overhears the secret that shatters everything.
Jac and Amy read through your thoughts on Aelin’s ne ... Show More
38m 24s
Nov 18
Heir of Fire (Ch. 21–25): Aelin’s Wildfire Unleashed, Manon Claims Abraxos, Dorian Freezes Out Chaol
Book Talk for BookTok with Jac & Amy treats your favorite BookTok novels, romance and romantasy, like literature. We bring real tools of analysis (themes, imagery, symbolism, character arcs) through two lenses: Feminist (gender roles, power, agency, archetypes) and Marxist (class ... Show More
1h 31m
Apr 2023
Ep 374: Gripping, page-turny narrative nonfiction
Alberta-based Sarah Bramley knows what she likes when it comes to fiction, but lately she's been more and more intrigued by the nonfiction side of the bookstore. Sarah knows there's a ton of good stuff out there she'll enjoy, but she's not sure of her reading identity beyond the ... Show More
46m 53s
Feb 2020
S1 E4 - Trousers Meowsers
Previously on Mockery Manor: JJ is caught in the park after hours by Manager Norton, but fools him into thinking she's Bette - her twin sister. Meanwhile Parker investigates a high-pitched scream, and finds a terrified Matty cowering in a supply cupboard, having seen "a big cat". ... Show More
30 m
Aug 2020
S1 E10 - Bonded By Blood (Part 1)
CW: Violence, abuse. Previously on Mockery Manor: with Parker's help, JJ and Bette evade the police and escape the manor. After their arguing comes to a head, Bette storms off, leaving JJ alone and lost. While wandering the tunnels, JJ meets Dorothy: her grandmother. Dorothy lead ... Show More
28m 42s
Oct 2023
The Voice in the Night by William Hope Hodgson - Scary Stories
<p><em>They were in a boat all alone on a foggy night in the middle of the Pacific ocean. But they weren’t alone. A strange voice cries out in the darkness, in search of food, but he is unwilling to be seen. The Voice in the Night by William Hope Hodgson, </em>that’s next on The ... Show More
40 m
Aug 2020
S1 E11 - Bonded By Blood (Part 2)
Previously on Mockery Manor: The villain has been unmasked. JJ and Bette make a desperate bid for freedom, but their pursuer is hot on their heels, and he's very, very angry. Like the big green fella on the telly. In this episode... the climax! For full info and credits, visit ww ... Show More
32m 36s
Jun 2022
Ep 334: Floundering with fiction no more
Today's guest knows what he likes on the nonfiction shelf, but he's feeling lost when it comes to finding his next fiction read, and Anne is here to help. Wes Martin's developed a love of nonfiction in both his professional role as an industrial and organizational psychologist, a ... Show More
1h 6m
Jan 2020
S1 E3 - Heart Of Darkness
Previously on Mockery Manor: JJ, Parker and Bette sneak into the park at night to explore. They meet fellow employees Matty, Sonia and Emma, who have snuck in too. Sonia accuses JJ of stealing something from her dorm room, and JJ and Bette have an argument. Meanwhile, Parker expl ... Show More
27m 55s