Book Talk for BookTok

Jac L. S. & A. S. Yen

Do you ever get swept up in the fan theories for your favorite novel on TikTok / BookTok? Well we do, too! Book Talk for BookTok co-hosts Jac and Amy deep dive into the writing of some of BookTok's favorite novels. With their literary backgrounds, they're here to provide some novel insight (see what we did there?) to popular books on BookTok, sprinkled with a rant or two and a generous layer of humor. In season one, Jac and Amy explored Sarah J. Maas’ controversial novel, A Court of Thorns and Roses. In season two, they covered the beloved sequel, A Court of Mist and Fury. In season three, which launched January 31, 2023, they dive into the final book in the series, A Court of Wings and Ruin.

  • 44 minutes 35 seconds
    The Witch Collector by Charissa Weaks (Part 2)

    This week we kick off our Winter Book Club by providing a flash analysis of Charissa Weaks' best-selling novel, The Witch Collector. We discuss listener thoughts and their take on the novel.


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    21 November 2024, 8:30 am
  • 37 minutes 16 seconds
    The Witch Collector by Charissa Weaks (Part 1)

    This week we kick off our Winter Book Club by providing a flash analysis of Charissa Weaks' best-selling novel, The Witch Collector. We discuss listener thoughts and their take on the novel.

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    19 November 2024, 8:30 am
  • 54 minutes 2 seconds
    House of Sky and Breath: Tipsy Q&A

    This week we're back to answer your questions about House of Sky and Breath, A Court of Thorns and Roses, and more! All while a little drunk, as requested by our listeners.


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    14 November 2024, 8:30 am
  • 58 minutes 15 seconds
    House of Sky and Breath: Listener Thoughts

    This week we discuss listener thoughts on Sarah J. Maas' House of Sky and Breath. We also discuss House of Earth and Blood, as well as House of Flame and Shadow. We review fan theories and new insights!


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    12 November 2024, 8:30 am
  • 56 minutes 17 seconds
    House of Sky and Breath: Chapter 72-Epilogue (Part 2)

    This season, Jac and Amy conduct a literary analysis of Sarah J. Maas' book Crescent City: House of Sky and Breath! This is Part 2 of Episode 15, where they review Chapters 72 through the epilogue.


    The infiltration of the Asteri’s crystal palace quickly goes awry when Bryce takes a detour in the archives in search for truth, and Ruhn leaves Hunt to save Agent Daybright from the dungeons. Meanwhile, Tharion escapes the lab in Pangera when he realizes Cormac’s plan to sacrifice himself to kill Pippa Spetsos and thwart the rebel’s and Asteri’s chances of using the mechsuit prototypes. When Ruhn, Bryce, and Hunt are inevitably caught, Lidia Cervos kills the Harpy to save them from her ministrations. Only for them to find that they played right into Rigelus’s hands and land in his trap, one that requires sacrifice and good-byes in order for Bryce to escape with the truth and newfound conviction to raise Hel’s armies and kill the Asteri.

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    7 November 2024, 8:30 am
  • 1 hour 17 minutes
    House of Sky and Breath: Chapter 72-Epilogue (Part 1)

    This season, Jac and Amy conduct a literary analysis of Sarah J. Maas' book Crescent City: House of Sky and Breath! This is Part 1 of Episode 15, where they review Chapters 72 through the epilogue.


    The infiltration of the Asteri’s crystal palace quickly goes awry when Bryce takes a detour in the archives in search for truth, and Ruhn leaves Hunt to save Agent Daybright from the dungeons. Meanwhile, Tharion escapes the lab in Pangera when he realizes Cormac’s plan to sacrifice himself to kill Pippa Spetsos and thwart the rebel’s and Asteri’s chances of using the mechsuit prototypes. When Ruhn, Bryce, and Hunt are inevitably caught, Lidia Cervos kills the Harpy to save them from her ministrations. Only for them to find that they played right into Rigelus’s hands and land in his trap, one that requires sacrifice and good-byes in order for Bryce to escape with the truth and newfound conviction to raise Hel’s armies and kill the Asteri.

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    5 November 2024, 10:00 am
  • 1 hour 8 minutes
    House of Sky and Breath: Chapters 65-71 (Part 2)

    This season, Jac and Amy conduct a literary analysis of Sarah J. Maas' book Crescent City: House of Sky and Breath! This is Part 2 of Episode 14, where they review Chapters 65 through 71.


    Bryce struggles to accept Danika’s latest uncovered truth: her secret mate, Baxian, who reveals the mystery of Sofie’s last message. The gang regroups to identify the room that Sofie gained entry to and sets up a plan to access it at the risk of everything they hold dear. Each team member begins to make their peace and resolve loose threads before their operation to break into the Crystal Palace. But when Day is taken away mid-conversation and implies that she’s been caught, Ruhn, Bryce, and Hunt agree to accelerate their plans and rely on Cormac and Tharion to cause a distraction. Inside the Palace, Bryce discovers the truth about the Asteri and how their destruction could change their world as they know it.


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    31 October 2024, 7:30 am
  • 1 hour 20 minutes
    House of Sky and Breath: Chapters 65-71 (Part 1)

    This season, Jac and Amy conduct a literary analysis of Sarah J. Maas' book Crescent City: House of Sky and Breath! This is Part 1 of Episode 14, where they review Chapters 65 through 71.


    Bryce struggles to accept Danika’s latest uncovered truth: her secret mate, Baxian, who reveals the mystery of Sofie’s last message. The gang regroups to identify the room that Sofie gained entry to and sets up a plan to access it at the risk of everything they hold dear. Each team member begins to make their peace and resolve loose threads before their operation to break into the Crystal Palace. But when Day is taken away mid-conversation and implies that she’s been caught, Ruhn, Bryce, and Hunt agree to accelerate their plans and rely on Cormac and Tharion to cause a distraction. Inside the Palace, Bryce discovers the truth about the Asteri and how their destruction could change their world as they know it.


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    29 October 2024, 7:30 am
  • 1 hour 9 minutes
    House of Sky and Breath: Chapters 60-64 (Part 2)

    This season, Jac and Amy conduct a literary analysis of Sarah J. Maas' book Crescent City: House of Sky and Breath! This is Part 2 of Episode 13, where they review Chapters 60 through 64.


    Fearing he has put Agenda Daybright in terrible danger, Ruhn flees the Autumnal Equiniox celebration, while Bryce and Hunt stumble upon a secret affair taking place in the coat closet. The festivities end early for most, including Hypaxia and Ithan, who seek to contact Connor and instead summon the Under King. Others are rudely interrupted as well, including Ruhn and Day mid-tryst and Bryce and Hunt by Bryce’s sudden ability to teleport. Things come to a head for the crew the next day when Cormac learns some truths about Emile’s location that means the boy is far out of his reach, Tharion tries to steel Ariadne for himself, and the crew are lured to the temple of Urd, only to be ambushed by three different entities.

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    24 October 2024, 7:30 am
  • 1 hour 9 minutes
    House of Sky and Breath: Chapters 60-64 (Part 1)

    This season, Jac and Amy conduct a literary analysis of Sarah J. Maas' book Crescent City: House of Sky and Breath! This is Part 1 of Episode 13, where they review Chapters 60 through 64.


    Fearing he has put Agenda Daybright in terrible danger, Ruhn flees the Autumnal Equiniox celebration, while Bryce and Hunt stumble upon a secret affair taking place in the coat closet. The festivities end early for most, including Hypaxia and Ithan, who seek to contact Connor and instead summon the Under King. Others are rudely interrupted as well, including Ruhn and Day mid-tryst and Bryce and Hunt by Bryce’s sudden ability to teleport. Things come to a head for the crew the next day when Cormac learns some truths about Emile’s location that means the boy is far out of his reach, Tharion tries to steel Ariadne for himself, and the crew are lured to the temple of Urd, only to be ambushed by three different entities.


    

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    22 October 2024, 8:00 am
  • 1 hour 6 minutes
    House of Sky and Breath: Chapters 54 - 59 (Part 2)

    This season, Jac and Amy conduct a literary analysis of Sarah J. Maas' book Crescent City: House of Sky and Breath! This is Part 2 of Episode 12, where they review Chapters 54 through 59.

    The Autumn King pays Bryce a visit and reminds her there are consequences to actions, and her claiming of her Princess title lands her with permanent repercussions. Bryce invites Hypaxia for some girl talk, but they are attacked by demons from the Pit during their walk, resulting in Ithan’s near death and Bryce harnessing her ability to teleport. After Hypaxia tends to Ithan’s wounds, the group prepare for the autumnal equinox party. There, Bryce unveils her latest move, by introducing Hunt as her mate publicly, making Hunt a Prince.


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    17 October 2024, 8:00 am
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