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Feb 2025
20m 32s

Romantasy Girls Are Breaking Records & A...

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The third instalment of Rebecca Yarros' Empyrean series has landed, and fans around the world are already sharing their wildest theories about what's next for Violet and Xaden.

Today we're diving into the global phenomenon that is 'Onyx Storm', breaking down the incredible response, the most compelling fan theories, and what this means for the future of fantasy romance.

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Host: Claire Murphy

Guest: Alyssa Kelly, co-host of the Main Character Syndrome podcast

Executive Producer: Taylah Strano 

Audio Producers: Lu Hill 

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