Hey, readers.. This week is a rough one. Super emotional. Crying was involved. Be warned. Trigger warnings for discussion of toxic and abusive relationships, suicide, and PTSD at the beginning of this episode, as well as some serious talks about encounters in our personal lives and how the themes in A Court of Mist and Fury can hit differently when you've experienced something similar yourself. If that's not something you want to listen to, skip ahead to 11:30 to skip most of the personal story but still get some meaningful discussion, 15:15 for Christy's heroic and amazing ability to lighten the mood, and 17:01 for the start of the book discussion. This week we discuss Tamlin’s awful behavior as Feyre slowly becomes overwhelmed by his need for control. Poor Feyre is still suffering from her own actions Under the Mountain, struggling with nightmares, guilt, trauma, and a growing sense that the person she used to be is dead, and she just wants to escape… But Tamlin’s got her on a tight leash. He is determined to "protect" her from everything, including making her own choices, using her powers, leaving the house, or apparently having an opinion that he doesn't like. Feyre Curse-Breaker, savior of Prythian, is just a bride to the Spring Court’s High Lord now. A pretty trophy wife for Tamlin to enjoy for all he sacrificed. And absolutely under no circumstances is Tamlin's equal...Or is she? Join us as we discuss Feyre’s escape from her toxic relationship and how we, as well as millions of others out there, can really relate to Feyre’s struggle for independence and the ways she begins making herself smaller to accommodate the people around her in a world of Tamlins and Lucians, whose frustrating attempts to stay neutral drive us insane. Leave a comment if you’ve personally had a Tamlin in your life and want to share with the pod! And don't worry. There will be some laughter along the way. This is us after all. We can't stay serious for long. But this time, we're also talking about why these chapters can hit so hard, and why Feyre's journey toward reclaiming herself feels so damn important. And then... Velaris. Definitely cuddle up because this one is going to hurt a little before it starts to feel like hope, and we want to hear your thoughts and your story, if you're comfortable sharing. The comments section is open. As always choose chaos, and join the discussion and let us know what you think. You can find us on Instagram, Facebook, Threads and Youtube @themidnightreaderspodcast. Interested in more from us? You can also read our stream-of-consciousness reactions to the reading and show notes and see what didn't make it to the show on our Patreon now. And consider joining our growing community there for other bonus content and more. #IAmJaneDoe #ACOTAR #ACOMAF #bookpodcast #books #SarahJMaas #SJM #bookcommunity #bookstagram #booktok #booktube
