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Have you ever binge-read a new favorite series, only to end up with a book-hangover? Or finished a heart-stopping scene only to look around and not be able to talk to anyone about it? Maybe you’ve even felt embarrassed about what you’re reading because it isn’t considered a “classic” by people you know. Book Talk for BookTok with Amy and Jac is the go-to literary podcast to discuss your favorite books with your newest book-besties. They use their literary backgrounds to analyze what makes these books so special and why the writing resonates with readers. Join them in taking modern women-written books seriously.

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Have you ever binge-read a new favorite series, only to end up with a book-hangover? Or finished a heart-stopping scene only to look around and not be able to talk to anyone about it? Maybe you’ve even felt embarrassed about what you’re reading because it isn’t considered a “classic” by people you know. Book Talk for BookTok with Amy and Jac is the go-to literary podcast to discuss your favorite books with your newest book-besties. They use their literary backgrounds to analyze what makes these books so special and why the writing resonates with readers. Join them in taking modern women-written books seriously.

    E16 HOEAB (Part 2): Listener Thoughts

    E16 HOEAB (Part 2): Listener Thoughts

    This season, Jac and Amy conduct a literary analysis of Sarah J. Maas' book Crescent City: House of Earth and Blood! This is Part 2 of Episode 16.Jac and Amy discuss listener submitted thoughts that include content from the Crescent City series by Sarah J. Maas (Books 1-3) as well as the  A Court of Thorns and Roses and Throne of Glass series.TRIGGER WARNING: Contains graphic discussion of sexual acts as well as discussion of parental and partner abuse. 
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    • 51 min
    E16 HOEAB (Part 1): Listener Thoughts

    E16 HOEAB (Part 1): Listener Thoughts

    This season, Jac and Amy conduct a literary analysis of Sarah J. Maas' book Crescent City: House of Earth and Blood! This is Part 1 of Episode 16.Jac and Amy discuss listener submitted thoughts that include content from the Crescent City series by Sarah J. Maas (Books 1-3) as well as the entire A Court of Thorns and Roses series. TRIGGER WARNING: Contains graphic discussion of sexual acts as well as discussion of parental and partner abuse. 
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    • 44 min
    E15 HOEAB (Part 2): Chapters 90 - Epilogue

    E15 HOEAB (Part 2): Chapters 90 - Epilogue

    This season, Jac and Amy conduct a literary analysis of Sarah J. Maas' book Crescent City: House of Earth and Blood! This is Part 2 of Episode 15.In a last-ditch effort to save Bryce, Hunt plummets from a helicopter in order to shield her from the brimstone missiles. His ravaged body and sacrifice inspire Bryce to call for help. When no one heeds her call, Bryce’s and Hunt’s final moments draw near until a familiar voice reminds Bryce to light it up. Bryce throws herself into the Drop and to everyone’s astonishment, plummets lower and lower into her power. Reconnected with Danika, Bryce makes her peace and races towards her future with Hunt. In the final battle’s aftermath, Bryce and Hunt are both met with threats and rewards, reminding us that their story is far from over. 
    This episode of Book Talk for BookTok covers chapters 90 - Epilogue of Sarah J. Maas' Crescent City: House of Earth and Blood.
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    • 55 min
    E15 HOEAB (Part 1): Chapters 90 - Epilogue

    E15 HOEAB (Part 1): Chapters 90 - Epilogue

    This season, Jac and Amy conduct a literary analysis of Sarah J. Maas' book Crescent City: House of Earth and Blood! This is Part 1 of Episode 15.In a last ditch effort to save Bryce, Hunt plummets from a helicopter in order to shield her from the brimstone missiles. His ravaged body and sacrifice inspire Bryce to call for help. When no one heeds her call, Bryce’s and Hunt’s final moments draw near until a familiar voice reminds Bryce to light it up. Bryce throws herself into the Drop and to everyone’s astonishment, plumits lower and lower into her power. Reconnected with Danika, Bryce makes her peace and races towards her future with Hunt. In the final battle’s aftermath, Bryce and Hunt are both met with threats and rewards, reminding us that their story is far from over. 
    This episode of Book Talk for BookTok covers chapters 90 - Epilogue of Sarah J. Maas' Crescent City: House of Earth and Blood.
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    • 55 min
    E14 HOEAB (Part 2): Chapters 80-89

    E14 HOEAB (Part 2): Chapters 80-89

    This season, Jac and Amy conduct a literary analysis of Sara J Maas' book Crescent City: House of Earth and Blood! This is Part 2 of Episode 14.Lehabah’s sacrifice allows Bryce the time she needs to kill Micah. But when the Aux don’t come to arrest her for the crime of killing Valbara’s Governor, Bryce is terrified to realize it’s because the Horn has opened portals for the worst demons of the pit to rise up and terrorize Lunathion. While Bryce attempts to help those who are helpless, most of the Aux are stuck following protocol, and only the canine shifters and some of the Viper Queen’s fae guards come to assist her in her attempt to aid the humans of Asphodel Meadows. In an effort to save Ithan, Bryce sacrifices her ability to secure herself in a bunker and must reveal her deepest secret to close the portals to Hel. But when only one portal closes, and Sandriel makes it clear she has communicated Bryce as a threat to the Asteri, Hunt seizes the opportunity and help from Hypaxia to wreak havoc on the remaining archangel before he leaves to save Bryce.This episode of Book Talk for BookTok covers chapters 80 through 89 of Sarah J. Maas' Crescent City: House of Earth and Blood.
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    • 1 hr 2 min
    E14 HOEAB (Part 1): Chapters 80-89

    E14 HOEAB (Part 1): Chapters 80-89

    This season, Jac and Amy conduct a literary analysis of Sara J Maas' book Crescent City: House of Earth and Blood! This is Part 1 of Episode 14.Lehabah’s sacrifice allows Bryce the time she needs to kill Micah. But when the Aux don’t come to arrest her for the crime of killing Valbara’s Governor, Bryce is terrified to realize it’s because the Horn has opened portals for the worst demons of the pit to rise up and terrorize Lunathion. While Bryce attempts to help those who are helpless, most of the Aux are stuck following protocol, and only the canine shifters and some of the Viper Queen’s fae guards come to assist her in her attempt to aid the humans of Asphodel Meadows. In an effort to save Ithan, Bryce sacrifices her ability to secure herself in a bunker and must reveal her deepest secret to close the portals to Hel. But when only one portal closes, and Sandriel makes it clear she has communicated Bryce as a threat to the Asteri, Hunt seizes the opportunity and help from Hypaxia to wreak havoc on the remaining archangel before he leaves to save Bryce.This episode of Book Talk for BookTok covers chapters 80 through 89 of Sarah J. Maas' Crescent City: House of Earth and Blood.
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    • 1 hr 4 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
524 Ratings

524 Ratings

WendyGondro ,

They make entertainment smart

I love how this podcast introduces deep thinking in what much of us just believes to be simply entertainment. Most of the time I would feel guilty for just reading and listening about fictional worlds but these two goddesses made fictional into academical for me. I also love how even if there are critically analyzing the text (see how I’m even learning writer’s jargon?!) they also make it fun and personable. I’m even thinking about applying for a course in the area!

superfan2010 ,

These ladies are amazing!!!!!

I have been a listener from the beginning and LOVE this podcast. I’m not a critical reader, I read for entertainment/enjoyment and I learn something new about ACOTAR/SJM books every week. I find myself talking back to Jac and Amy in my car when I listen. They feel like my friends

rleahH ,

LOVE LOVE LOVE

As someone new to the fantasy world, fantasy books can be confusing. The in-depth world building, characters, special abilities of each character, etc etc. It’s all just a lot to keep straight. This podcast has helped me see and understand these novels in a way I was unable to. I thoroughly enjoy everything about this podcast. The way these ladies describe and explain every aspect of the literature in such an educated, yet understandable way makes me appreciate these novels so much more. I love how they explain and describe the different view points, symbolism, foreshadowing and similarities because that stuff goes right over my head, but I find it so fascinating. This podcast gives me such an appreciation for the imagination and talent of the author. Thank you, Jac and Amy, for helping me view these novels in such a beautiful way. You are appreciated!

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