Dragons in the Details: A Romantasy Deep Dive Podcast

Abby and Ronnie | Huge Book Nerds
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Dragons in the Details is the podcast that helps YOU better understand your favorite books. We never recap chapters—we find new insights, make new connections, and give you those WOW moments you love. WARNING: Once you hear these theories, you can't unhear them. Join Abby and Ronnie as we laugh, cry, and lose our minds diving deep into the internet's favorite stories! Season 3: Crescent City - New Episodes every Monday! Season 2: ACOTAR Season 1: The Empyrean

  1. 17h ago ·  Bonus

    Re-Release: ACOTAR Book 6 Predictions! What did we get Right and Wrong?

    Babes! We are giving you not one, but two episodes this week since we miss you all so much! We couldn't decide whether or not to re-release our Koschei Deep Dive or our ACOTAR 6 Predictions episode, so we thought, why not both? So here it is in all it's glory. This episode was recorded before we even knew ACOTAR 6 was being release, before Sarah J. Maas went on Call Her Daddy, before any of it. So if the predictions are a little wacky, that's why! But either way, we hope you enjoy it! Original Show Notes: **DISCLAIMER: This episode was recorded BEFORE the Sarah J Maas interview on Call Her Daddy was released. But we still feel good about it. So we’re releasing it!*** WHAT’S GOING TO HAPPEN IN ACOTAR 6?? In the final episode of our ACOTAR season, Abby and Ronnie break down their predictions for book six. From our POV characters (could we get as many as eight?) to the major plot points (looking at you, Koschei) we’re breaking down allllll our thoughts. Will Elain and Azriel ever find love? Will we get a redemption arc for one of our least favorite characters? And how much of the Maasverse will you have to read ahead of time? Find out our thoughts in this episode of Dragons in the Details! NOTE ON SPOILERS: We break our episodes into ACOTAR-Only and Maasverse sections, with the Maasverse sections at the end. There will be NO MAASVERSE SPOILERS in the ACOTAR only sections, but we will cover the entirety of the A Court of Thorns and Roses series in the ACOTAR sections. So whether you’ve only been to Prythian or you’ve explored the entire Maasverse, this podcast is for you! CHAPTERS: 00:00 This Episode was Recorded Before Call her Daddy 06:51 Episode Overview: Book 6 Predictions 10:22 Announcements: Read Crescent City 12:48 Corrections, Omissions, Social Media Shout Outs 19:11 Who will be our POV characters? 29:50 Who will be our Book 6 Villain? 33:38 What Will be the Major Plot Points? 48:29 How Could a Tamlin Redemption Arc Play Out? 57:00 What do we want to happen? (Guilty Pleasure) 01:06:21 Transitioning to the Mass Verse: Spoilers Ahead 01:07:11 Maasverse: Corrections, Omissions, Social Media Shout Outs 01:14:22 Will Book 6 be a Maasverse book? 01:25:33 Will more Maasverse Secrets be Revealed? 01:30:03 End of Season Reflections 01:38:15 Pre-cog Corner ABOUT THIS EPISODE: Dragons in the Details is the podcast that helps YOU better understand your favorite books. We never recap chapters—we find new insights, make new connections, and give you those WOW moments you love. WARNING: This episode contains spoilers for the entire ACOTAR series. The "Maasverse" section contains spoilers for Throne of Glass and Crescent City. JOIN THE DISCUSSION: 👉 SUBSCRIBE for weekly deep dives!  • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dragonsinthedetailspod  • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dragonsinthedetailspod  • Discord: https://discord.com/invite/k3yxN27wSe LISTEN ON THE GO:  • Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1poCLjVuqgstcgSC90SEId  • Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dragons-in-the-details-a-romantasy-deep-dive-podcast/id1801047018

  2. 2d ago ·  Bonus

    Re-Release: ACOTAR: Koschei Deep Dive

    Babes! In honor of confirmation of Koschei as our Valkerie Cycle villain, we decided we would take it back to our Koschei Deep Dive from last season. We get into all the lore, theories, and banter you love, and we even have a tie in to the Valkyriesl! One things for sure - after this episode, we're getting really excited about Koschei being our big bad for books 6-8. Hope you enjoy! Who is the villain of ACOTAR 6? In this deep dive podcast episode, we explore the Slavic folklore behind Koschei the Deathless to predict Sarah J. Maas's next moves in the ACOTAR series. Discover the mysterious powers of Koschei, the intriguing Onyx Box theory, and the secrets behind the Swan Maidens. Plus, we dive into the Maasverse lore with connections to Throne of Glass and Crescent City, unraveling the nature of the Death Gods. Whether you're a fan of Feyre's journey or the wider Maasverse, this episode offers deep insights and new theories.  JOIN THE DISCUSSION: 👉 SUBSCRIBE for weekly deep dives! Dragons in the Details is your go-to podcast for detailed Romantasy lore explorations—no chapter recaps, just fresh insights and thoughtful connections. Please note: spoilers for the full ACOTAR series for the entire episode, and for Throne of Glass, and Crescent City in our Maasverse section.. Subscribe and join the conversation! 00:00 The Great Sheet Debate 02:52 Episode Overview: Koschei Deep Dive 07:59 SEASON 3 ANNOUNCEMENT!! WE WILL BE COVERING... 13:24 COSMS: Confirmation that Lucien is Helion's Heir?  16:02 COSMS: We're not here for plot holes! 20:02 Fun Q: What are the Death Gods favorite board games? 22:43 What are Koschei's Powers? 38:22 What's in Koschei's box? 48:57 Who are the Swan Maidens? 01:02:15 COSMs: Vassa Vassa Vassa 01:08:11 What are the Death Gods? (Maasverse) 01:44:48 Reading Corner: The Will of the Many! 01:48:36 trueCrime-intro-high-short.wav FIND US ON SOCIALS:  • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dragonsinthedetailspod  • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dragonsinthedetailspod  • Discord: https://discord.com/invite/k3yxN27wSe LISTEN ON THE GO:  • Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1poCLjVuqgstcgSC90SEId  • Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dragons-in-the-details-a-romantasy-deep-dive-podcast/id1801047018 • Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@DragonsintheDetailsPod

  3. Sep 7 ·  Bonus

    Feed Drop: Dragons in the Details on STAN

    Babes! This week we had the immense pleasure of being guest on STAN, a podcast that observes and examines all things fandom. We sit down with host Allegra to discuss the ACOTAR fandom, romantasy at large, and why these books are for everyone. Show notes: I am the rock against which the surf crashes. Nothing can break me.  Our angelic guests Abby and Ronnie (from @DragonsintheDetailsPod) lead the conversation on Sarah J Maas’s A Court of Thorn’s and Roses (ACOTAR) series. We get into the depth and complexity of fantasy world building, the frustrating societal tendency to denigrate media and literature intended for women, the positive impact of elevating relationships written for the female gaze. Tangents include… ​The unfortunate series of events that led to all the teen stars of game of thrones witnessing me have a panic attack​The ‘clean’ vs ‘dirty’ boy dichotemy ​The underrated ecstasy of organised fun!  You can find more of Dragons in the Details on their website: https://www.dragonsinthedetails.com/ We cannot thank Allegra enough for having us on as guests. We hope you have as much fun listening to the episode as we did making it! The best way to support the show is by purchasing a monthly membership on Patreon. So if you like what we would do and would like to support us, the link is here: https://www.patreon.com/cw/DragonsInTheDetailsPod  SUPPORT US ON BOOKSHOP: https://bookshop.org/shop/dragonsinthedetails JOIN THE DISCUSSION: 👉 SUBSCRIBE for weekly deep dives!  • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dragonsinthedetailspod  ​ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dragonsinthedetailspod ​ Discord: https://discord.com/invite/k3yxN27wSeLISTEN ON THE GO:  ​ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1poCLjVuqgstcgSC90SEId ​ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dragons-in-the-details-a-romantasy-deep-dive-podcast/id1801047018

  4. Aug 31

    Crescent City: Hypaxia Deep Dive | Our Lady of Death?

    Babes!! We are finally digging into one of our lady of science, (former) queen of the witches, the head of House of Flame and Shadow herself - Hypaxia Enador! Low-key, after recording this episode, we both forgot how great Hypaxia is. Ronnie and Abby sit down to talk Hypaxia’s powers (including her terrible necromancy), her tutors (how old is too old?), and what it means that she seems to have replaced the Under-King. Plus in our full Maasverse section we dive deep on just ~ where ~ those healing abilities of her came from. Buckle up, this week’s episode is a wild ride! NOTE ON SPOILERS: This episode will have spoilers for both ACOTAR and Crescent City. If you have not read every book in both the A Court of Thorns and Roses and Crescent City series, beware! We will also have a section at the end for full Maasverse spoilers, including Throne of Glass - but we will include a spoiler warning in the episode for that! Character art for this episode was provided by elizianna.the.one! The best way to support the show is by purchasing a monthly membership on Patreon. So if you like what we would do and would like to support us, the link is here: https://www.patreon.com/cw/DragonsInTheDetailsPod  CHAPTERS: 00:00:00 Discovering Sleep Token! 00:03:21 Everyone Needs to Read Because I Killed Him 00:08:38 VERY EXCITING ANNOUNCEMENTS 00:12:29 If We Hosted Our Faves on the Pod 00:17:14 What are Hypaxia's Powers?  00:49:23 Why Did the Under King Want Hypaxia in HOFAS? 01:14:33 What Does It Mean That Hypaxia is Now Head of HOFAS? 01:26:50 MAASVERSE SPOILERS! 01:33:30 Why Are the Witches in Crescent City Healers? 01:55:52 What is the Significance of Hypaxia's Tutors Being Old AF?  02:01:49 Precog Corner ABOUT THIS EPISODE: Dragons in the Details is the podcast that helps YOU better understand your favorite books. We never recap chapters—we find new insights, make new connections, and give you those WOW moments you love. WARNING: This episode contains spoilers for the entire ACOTAR series. The "Maasverse" section contains spoilers for Throne of Glass and Crescent City. SUPPORT US ON BOOKSHOP: https://bookshop.org/shop/dragonsinthedetails JOIN THE DISCUSSION: 👉 SUBSCRIBE for weekly deep dives!  • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dragonsinthedetailspod  • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dragonsinthedetailspod  • Discord: https://discord.com/invite/k3yxN27wSe LISTEN ON THE GO:  • Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1poCLjVuqgstcgSC90SEId  • Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dragons-in-the-details-a-romantasy-deep-dive-podcast/id1801047018

    Crescent City: Hypaxia Deep Dive | Our Lady of Death?

  5. Aug 24 ·  Bonus

    ACOTAR 6 & 7 Title + Cover breakdowns!

    BABESSSSS!!!! We FINALLY have our covers, titles, and blurbs for ACOTAR 6 and 7 and we are soooo excited to break them down for you! Join us as we dive into the meaning behind “A Court of Splintered Harmony” and “A Court of Forgotten Melody.” We’re talking fires, bones, dragons(?!), portals, spiders, 8 pointed stars, spindles, fate, Valkyries, Koschei, Wagner (?!), and more! From the betrayal and truths that are rocking the night court to the events that will leave Prythian changed forever, we can’t wait to read these books and we’re so excited to be starting this journey with all of you! NOTE ON SPOILERS: This episode will have spoilers for both ACOTAR and Crescent City. If you have not read every book in both the A Court of Thorns and Roses and Crescent City series, beware! We will also have a section at the end for full Maasverse spoilers, including Throne of Glass - but we will include a spoiler warning in the episode for that! The best way to support the show is by purchasing a monthly membership on Patreon. So if you like what we would do and would like to support us, the link is here: https://www.patreon.com/cw/DragonsInTheDetailsPod  CHAPTERS: 00:00 Where Were You When You Heard the News? 02:59 Episode Overview 05:01 Announcements 07:45 Covers, Titles + Blurbs Overview 12:09 How are we Feeling? Mentally, Physically, Emotionally? 16:13 Cover Breakdown 23:32 Maasverse Spoiler Warning! 23:55 Obviously, We're Going to have to Talk about this Spider 37:42 Breaking Down the Blurbs 59:56 What Could Have Changed Prythian Forever? 01:04:40 What does Koschei have to do with the Valkyries? 01:10:27 Wagner's Ring Cycle 01:22:52 Who will be the POV Characters? ABOUT THIS EPISODE: Dragons in the Details is the podcast that helps YOU better understand your favorite books. We never recap chapters—we find new insights, make new connections, and give you those WOW moments you love. WARNING: This episode contains spoilers for the entire ACOTAR series. The "Maasverse" section contains spoilers for Throne of Glass and Crescent City. SUPPORT US ON BOOKSHOP: https://bookshop.org/shop/dragonsinthedetails JOIN THE DISCUSSION: 👉 SUBSCRIBE for weekly deep dives!  • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dragonsinthedetailspod  • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dragonsinthedetailspod  • Discord: https://discord.com/invite/k3yxN27wSe LISTEN ON THE GO:  • Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1poCLjVuqgstcgSC90SEId  • Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dragons-in-the-details-a-romantasy-deep-dive-podcast/id1801047018

    ACOTAR 6 & 7 Title + Cover breakdowns!

  6. Aug 17

    Crescent City: Avallen Deep Dive

    It’s finally time to dig into one of the biggest questions in the Maasverse: What’s going on with Avallen? This week we’re breaking down the misty isle to the North, and we definitely have more questions than answers! We’re chatting about why the mists around Avallen parted for Bryce and Helena, what’s going on with those wards that extend Beneath, and why the Prison and Avallen seem to be identical? Plus we’re diving into Morven, his stag throne (ew!), his powers, and his mysterious sensitivity to Truth Teller. And finally we’re wrapping up with a popular internet theory - is Cormac really dead? All that (and more) in this week’s episode! NOTE ON SPOILERS: This episode will have spoilers for both ACOTAR and Crescent City. If you have not read every book in both the A Court of Thorns and Roses and Crescent City series, beware! We will also have a section at the end for full Maasverse spoilers, including Throne of Glass - but we will include a spoiler warning in the episode for that! The best way to support the show is by purchasing a monthly membership on Patreon. So if you like what we would do and would like to support us, the link is here: https://www.patreon.com/cw/DragonsInTheDetailsPod  CHAPTERS: 00:35 Crispy Diet Coke Season is Once Again Upon Us 04:07 Episode Overview 09:05 Fun Question: Would you Rather 11:20 COSMS: An Update on Lunch 18:39 Avallen Background 24:48 Why do the Mists part for Bryce and Helena on Avallen? 43:00 Why are there Naturally Occurring Wards in Avallen? 59:37 Why can Morven feel Truth Teller's Power? 01:13:48 Why are the Tunnels in Avallen and the Prison Nearly Identical? 01:26:34 Maasverse COSMs 01:34:52 Why is the Avallen Throne made from Stag Antlers? 01:46:16 Is Cormac Really Dead? 01:56:16 Pre-Cog Corner! ABOUT THIS EPISODE: Dragons in the Details is the podcast that helps YOU better understand your favorite books. We never recap chapters—we find new insights, make new connections, and give you those WOW moments you love. WARNING: This episode contains spoilers for the entire ACOTAR series. The "Maasverse" section contains spoilers for Throne of Glass and Crescent City. SUPPORT US ON BOOKSHOP: https://bookshop.org/shop/dragonsinthedetails JOIN THE DISCUSSION: 👉 SUBSCRIBE for weekly deep dives!  • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dragonsinthedetailspod  • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dragonsinthedetailspod  • Discord: https://discord.com/invite/k3yxN27wSe LISTEN ON THE GO:  • Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1poCLjVuqgstcgSC90SEId  • Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dragons-in-the-details-a-romantasy-deep-dive-podcast/id1801047018

  7. Aug 10

    Crescent City: Lidia Cervos Deep Dive

    It is finally time to talk about Lidia Cervos!!! And We! Are! Excited! This week we’re breaking down Lidia’s (insane) powers, her eerie ability to know things, the story she tells Ruhn (sounds like a certain witchy lady we know), and who she’s actually (!) descended from (perhaps not as straightforward as it seems!). Plus Ruhn and Lidia's real-life meet-cute! All that - and more! - in this week’s episode of Dragons in the Details! NOTE ON SPOILERS: This episode will have spoilers for both ACOTAR and Crescent City. If you have not read every book in both the A Court of Thorns and Roses and Crescent City series, beware! We will also have a section at the end for full Maasverse spoilers, including Throne of Glass - but we will include a spoiler warning in the episode for that! Character art for this episode was provided by elizianna.the.one! The best way to support the show is by purchasing a monthly membership on Patreon. So if you like what we would do and would like to support us, the link is here: https://www.patreon.com/cw/DragonsInTheDetailsPod  CHAPTERS: 00:39 Closet clean out and melatonin 05:37 Episode Overview and Announcements! 08:59 Fun Question! 11:18 COSMs 13:31 What are Lidia's Powers? 35:02 How does Lidia know all the things that she knows? 48:26 Who is Lidia’s story about? 01:06:41 Maasverse: Why is Lidia compared to Luna so often? 01:19:12 Maasverse: Who is Lidia really descended from? 01:44:53 Maasverse COSMs 01:48:00 Pre-cog corner! ABOUT THIS EPISODE: Dragons in the Details is the podcast that helps YOU better understand your favorite books. We never recap chapters—we find new insights, make new connections, and give you those WOW moments you love. WARNING: This episode contains spoilers for the entire ACOTAR series. The "Maasverse" section contains spoilers for Throne of Glass and Crescent City. SUPPORT US ON BOOKSHOP: https://bookshop.org/shop/dragonsinthedetails JOIN THE DISCUSSION: 👉 SUBSCRIBE for weekly deep dives!  • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dragonsinthedetailspod  • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dragonsinthedetailspod  • Discord: https://discord.com/invite/k3yxN27wSe LISTEN ON THE GO:  • Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1poCLjVuqgstcgSC90SEId  • Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dragons-in-the-details-a-romantasy-deep-dive-podcast/id1801047018

  8. Aug 3

    Crescent City: Ruhn Danaan Deep Dive

    Babes! We are back this week talking about one of our favorite characters in the whole Maasverse - Ruhn Danaan, Crown Prince of the Valbarran Fae! We’re breaking down Ruhn’s numerous (and surprising) powers, where his powers work and where they don’t, why his shadows are so different from Cormac’s (and Azriel’s!), and where him and Lidia actually met. Through it all, we’ll talk about Ruhn’s seemingly numerous ties to night court, and ask ourselves the question everyone wants to know the answer to - Why does Ruhn look just like Rhys? All that (and more) in this week’s episode! NOTE ON SPOILERS: This episode will have spoilers for both ACOTAR and Crescent City. If you have not read every book in both the A Court of Thorns and Roses and Crescent City series, beware! We will also have a section at the end for full Maasverse spoilers, including Throne of Glass - but we will include a spoiler warning in the episode for that! Character art for this episode was provided by eburnsillustrations! If you are interested,  the best way to support the podcast is by purchasing a monthly membership on Patreon. So if you like what we would do and would like to support us, the link is here: https://www.patreon.com/cw/DragonsInTheDetailsPod  CHAPTERS: 01:51 Confounded by Lunch 10:58 Announcements 17:23 COSMS 24:42: What are Ruhn's powers? 52:25 Why are Ruhn's shadows different from Cormac's, Azriel's, and the Murder Twins? 1:05:59 Why can Ruhn mindspeak in Gorsian shackles but not access his power? 01:16:46 Where do Ruhn and Day meet? 01:34:07 Why do Bryce and Ruhn have different starlights? 01:47:20 Maasverse COSMs 01:52:20 Pre-cog Corner! ABOUT THIS EPISODE: Dragons in the Details is the podcast that helps YOU better understand your favorite books. We never recap chapters—we find new insights, make new connections, and give you those WOW moments you love. WARNING: This episode contains spoilers for the entire ACOTAR series. The "Maasverse" section contains spoilers for Throne of Glass and Crescent City. SUPPORT US ON BOOKSHOP: https://bookshop.org/shop/dragonsinthedetails JOIN THE DISCUSSION: 👉 SUBSCRIBE for weekly deep dives!  • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dragonsinthedetailspod  • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dragonsinthedetailspod  • Discord: https://discord.com/invite/k3yxN27wSe LISTEN ON THE GO:  • Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1poCLjVuqgstcgSC90SEId  • Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dragons-in-the-details-a-romantasy-deep-dive-podcast/id1801047018

    Crescent City: Ruhn Danaan Deep Dive
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Dragons in the Details is the podcast that helps YOU better understand your favorite books. We never recap chapters—we find new insights, make new connections, and give you those WOW moments you love. WARNING: Once you hear these theories, you can't unhear them. Join Abby and Ronnie as we laugh, cry, and lose our minds diving deep into the internet's favorite stories! Season 3: Crescent City - New Episodes every Monday! Season 2: ACOTAR Season 1: The Empyrean

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