Novels and Nightcaps

Novels and Nightcaps
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Gabe and Nor proudly present: Novels and Nightcaps, the podcast where we read, drink, and ramble about books. Joins us every other Wednesday as we talk about the book we're reading over drinks. BYOB, unless you're listening while driving.

  1. FEB 18

    The Hero of Ages by Brandon Sanderson — Spoiler-Free & Spoiler Review | Novels and Nightcaps #18

    📖 Check out “The Hero of Ages”! 🎧 Listen on Spotify! 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts! 🎧 Listen on YouTube! ➡️ Next time: “Red Rising” by Pierce Brown.

    1h 14m

  2. FEB 4

    The Bastion by G. S. Creech | Novels and Nightcaps #17

    📖 Check out “The Bastion"! 🎧 Listen on Spotify! 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts! 🎧 Listen on YouTube! ➡️ Next time: “The Hero of Ages” by Brandon Sanderson.

    1h 5m

  3. JAN 21

    The Well of Ascension by Brandon Sanderson — Spoiler-Free & Spoiler Review | Novels and Nightcaps #16

    📖 Check out “The Well of Ascension” using our affiliate link here. 🎧 Listen on Spotify! 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts! 🎧 Listen on YouTube! ➡️ Next time: “The Bastion” by... Gabe!?

    1h 7m

  4. JAN 7

    Mistborn: The Final Empire — Spoiler-Free & Spoiler Review | Novels and Nightcaps #15

    📖 Check out “Mistborn: The Final Empire” using our affiliate link 🎧 Listen on Spotify 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts 🎧 Listen on YouTube ➡️ Next time: “The Well of Ascension” by Brandon Sanderson

    1h 11m

  5. 12/24/2025

    A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sara J. Maas | Novels and Nightcaps #14

    Welcome back to Novels and Nightcaps — the podcast where we read, drink, and ramble (and occasionally commit to the bit a little too hard). This week, we’re finally stepping into Prythian with A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas. Joining us for this romantasy adventure is a very special guest: Gabe’s wife, Laura, who helps guide us through our first real foray into fae courts, curses, and feelings™. Yes, we dressed for the occasion. Yes, it was necessary. We talk first impressions, genre expectations, worldbuilding, romance beats, and how ACOTAR hits (or misses) depending on what you’re looking for in fantasy. Expect thoughtful discussion, a little skepticism, a little swooning, and plenty of rambling as we figure out where romantasy fits into our reading lives. If you want to read A Court of Thorns and Roses for yourself, be sure to use our affiliate link below — it won’t cost you anything extra, and it helps keep the drinks flowing and the microphones on. And looking ahead to 2026, we’re kicking off the new year with Mistborn by Brandon Sanderson. Grab your copy using our affiliate link and read along with us as we dive into ash, metal, and revolutions next year. So pour yourself something dramatic, adjust your cloak, and join us as we cross the wall into Prythian. Check us out on Spotify! Check us out on Apple Podcasts! Check us out on YouTube! Get your own copy of A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas! Get your own copy of Mistborn by Brandon Sanderson!

    1h 29m

  6. 12/10/2025

    Our 2025 Reading Roundup | Novels and Nightcaps #13

    Welcome back to Novels and Nightcaps — the podcast where we read, drink, and ramble (and somehow remember every book except the ones we rated highly). This week’s episode is our big year-end roundup of everything we read in 2025 — the best of the best, the absolute stinkers, and all the beautifully mediocre books that lived quietly in the middle. Expect chaotic rankings, plenty of “Wait, did we actually like that?” moments, and some honest reflection on what we want our reading year to look like in 2026. We cover a little bit of everything: sweeping fantasy epics, hard sci-fi, deep dives into psychology, history tomes, Stormlight highs, Red Rising debates, and yes… more Murakami than anyone should reasonably consume in 12 months. It’s rambly, it’s messy, it’s honest — the perfect way to wrap up another year of reading, drinking, and rambling. And don’t worry: we’ve still got one last read to close out the year. Next time, we’re diving into A Court of Thorns and Roses — so grab your copy (preferably with our affiliate link!) and get ready for fae, drama, and probably some questionable decisions. Check us out on Spotify! Check us out on Apple Podcasts! Check us out on YouTube!

    1h 8m

  7. 11/26/2025

    The Strength of the Few by James Islington — Spoiler-Free & Spoiler Review | Novels & Nightcaps #12

    Welcome back to Novels and Nightcaps — the podcast where we read, drink, and ramble (and still manage to mispronounce at least one character name per chapter). This week, we’re tackling The Strength of the Few by James Islington—an ambitious sequel that literally splits our protagonist into three. Three Vis. Three worlds. Three times the identity crisis. It doesn’t always hit the mark, but it’s bold, twisty, and absolutely worth checking out for the plot gymnastics alone. We get into what worked, what wobbled, and why juggling multiple timelines is harder than James Islington makes it look. Expect passionate rants, wild theorizing, and our usual mid-episode rating regret. Want to read The Strength of the Few yourself? Grab it using our affiliate link below—it won’t cost you extra and helps keep our gin-and-soda budget alive. Next time, we’re leaving the Republic behind and journeying into faerie territory with A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas. Pick up your copy with our affiliate link and read along with us! CHECK US OUT ON... YouTube Spotify Apple Podcasts AFFILIATE LINKS: The Strength of the Few A Court of Thorns and Roses

    1h 28m

  8. 11/12/2025

    The Psychology of Batman | Novels and Nightcaps #11

    Welcome back to Novels and Nightcaps — the podcast where we read, drink, and ramble (and sometimes forget to talk about what we said we would). This week, we meant to dive into Matt Fraction’s new Batman run — but, true to form, we spiraled into something deeper. We’re talking about Batman as a mirror for change, the psychology of his never-ending crusade, and how comics can capture politics and the pulse of society in ways novels often can’t. So grab your drink (preferably something dark and brooding), turn on the Bat-Signal, and join us as we overanalyze everyone’s favorite emotionally unavailable billionaire and world's best super detective. LINKS: Check us out on Spotify. Check us out on Apple Podcasts. Check us out on YouTube. Get your copy of Batman (2025) #1 with our affiliate link.

    1h 6m
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Gabe and Nor proudly present: Novels and Nightcaps, the podcast where we read, drink, and ramble about books. Joins us every other Wednesday as we talk about the book we're reading over drinks. BYOB, unless you're listening while driving.

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  • Creator
    Novels and Nightcaps
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    18
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Novels and Nightcaps
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