Novel Theories

Nicole and Meghan
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Novel Theories uncovers what’s beneath the stories we can’t stop thinking about—and we want to know why. From reasonably unhinged theories to evidence with Ironteeth, this is the place where readers come to overthink everything. Join Nicole and Meghan to go deeper into the craft, characters, theories, and lore that keep us up at night. Because reading the book is only the beginning. Instagram - @bookloveaholic, @marvelousmrsmeghan TikTok - @bookloveaholic, @marvelousmrsmeghan All episodes are also posted to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@noveltheories

  1. 5d ago

    ACOTAR - ACOSH: Is the Night Court Cursed? Reasonably Unhinged Theories!

    This episode contains SPOILERS for A Court of Splintered Harmony! Is the Night Court CURSED? Are Vassa, Elain, or Gwyn hiding something sinister? Is Rhysand slowly becoming the very thing he once fought against? And WHAT was REALLY going on in THAT SCENE?!We're going DEEPER into A Court of Splintered Harmony by Sarah J. Maas! After devouring ACOSH and sharing our initial reactions, we're back with even MORE theories, looking closer at the key moments, hidden clues and scenes that might just change everything we thought we knew about the Maasverse.Join Nicole and Meghan as we pull apart the details, question character motivations and investigate what ACOSH could be setting up for the future of the series.

    ACOTAR - ACOSH: Is the Night Court Cursed? Reasonably Unhinged Theories!

  2. Oct 28

    ACOTAR: ACOSH Emergency Episode - Immediate Reactions!

    A Court of Splintered Harmony is officially here, we've inhaled every page, and our brains may never recover. SPOILER WARNING: We're discussing the entire book, so finish reading before you hit play! WHAT. JUST. HAPPENED?! Sarah J. Maas has given us SO much to unpack, and we're diving headfirst into the chaos. The revelations, the character developments, the unanswered questions, the implications for what's coming next—we have THOUGHTS. And in true Novel Theories fashion, Nicole comes in HOT with theories already overflowing, while Meghan needs approximately 48 more hours to process everything before returning with a cohesive puzzle snapped into place. There's so much to discuss, and we're only scratching the surface. Consider this Part One of a much larger, deeper conversation as we begin piecing together everything Sarah has given us. Let the theorizing begin!

    ACOTAR: ACOSH Emergency Episode - Immediate Reactions!

  3. Oct 25

    ACOTAR: ACOSH is Bigger Than Your Ship - Prepping for ACOTAR 6!

    With less than 48 hours until the release of A Court of Splintered Harmony, Novel Theories digs into what we might can (and hope!) to see in the newest ACOTAR installment. We want to set the ship wars aside and look at the bigger themes, characters arcs at play, potential plot lines, and more. Join us as we look closer at the Dread Trove puzzle art (including a few very interesting placements), talk about the future of the Valkyries, and even try the Aussie Famous Tim Tam Slam! Have your own thoughts and ideas for this upcoming book? We want to know! Sound off in the comments!

    ACOTAR: ACOSH is Bigger Than Your Ship - Prepping for ACOTAR 6!

  4. Oct 16

    Crescent City: Are Bryce and Hunt Fated Mates?

    "But did it even matter? If it was fate or choice to be together?" The eternal question: Are Bryce Quinlan and Hunt Athalar fated or chosen mates? We dive into this heated topic in detail! In this episode we cover: - What does Crescent City tell us about mates? - What do the multiple definitions mean? - Is there a physical mating bond? - What about the scents merging? - But, Ruhn said... And perhaps, the most controversial argument we see: "But, Sarah said..." So...now, we want to know what YOU say. Do you think they are fated? Chosen? And does it even matter for you? Sound off in the comments and let us know!

    Crescent City: Are Bryce and Hunt Fated Mates?

  5. Oct 13

    ACOTAR: Is the Crossover...Over? Bloomsbury's New Reading Guides

    Bloomsbury just casually dropped 11 new Reader's Guides, adding to the collection and giving us a guide for every currently published book. And honestly...the questions are very interesting. Across the different guides, Bloomsbury is asking reader's to consider some concepts in new ways. Why should you care? What even is a reading guide? What does it pose about the future of the crossover? About Bryce and Hunt? About what Gwyn and Emerie mean to Nesta? We cover the burning questions and more! (Including Dragonkind and trying to find the d$^# blue dragon!) Listen along, drop your comments, questions, and feedback! We want to know what you think!

    ACOTAR: Is the Crossover...Over? Bloomsbury's New Reading Guides

  6. Oct 4

    Is Bryce Azriel's Mate? The Great Azriel Ship War, Part 4 - Bryceriel!

    In our fourth and last episode of the Great Azriel Ship War we dive deeeeeep into the Bryce and Azriel ship evidence--and go with us on this journey, because it is 2 full hours of detailed breakdowns. From the weapons as a decoy bond, to the language choices Sarah uses, to the weird ways that Azriel acts out of character in Bryce's presence. As this wraps up the ship war -- share with us: what do you think? What do you feel like stands out the most to you? What are the top arguments? What are the weakest? And who do YOU think is going to end up as Azriel's future mate? Sound off in the comments!

    Is Bryce Azriel's Mate? The Great Azriel Ship War, Part 4 - Bryceriel!

  7. Oct 2

    What are the Dragons Hiding? | Threshing Day by Rebecca Yarros

    Threshing Day is here--and it did not disappoint. These 13 stories are strong, emotional, fun, insightful, informational, and simply chockful of Empyrean goodness. This could be one of Rebecca's best works yet... SPOILERS AHEAD! In this episode we discuss: What does Asher Sorrengail know?Are Signets determined during Threshing?Are there dragons who aren't who they say they are?Is Xaden the grandson of Sgaeyl's rider? Is Imogen the granddaughter of Glane's?Why was Liam's Threshing so different?Why did everyone have a tree? Except Aaric... We cover all of this and so much more in this breakdown episode! Comment and let us know your thoughts on Threshing Day!

    What are the Dragons Hiding? | Threshing Day by Rebecca Yarros

  8. Sep 26

    Is Eris Azriel's Mate? | The Great Azriel Ship War - Part 3: Azris

    This week in the Great Azriel Ship War? Azris! Listen along as we uncover the evidence for Azriel and Eris and decide -- is it a Fireheart? Or does it belong Straight in the Cauldron? (Hint: We are giving it a 50/50 Hot Cup of Suriel Tea...) We love the Azris shippers--they showed up! The Azris fan-based is fun, passionate, and able to produce way more evidence than I think we were expecting. If you missed part 1 on Gwynriel and part 2 on Elain, check them out! And next week, stay tuned as we head for our fourth and final movement--you guessed it: Bryceriel. Happy shipping!

    Is Eris Azriel's Mate? | The Great Azriel Ship War - Part 3: Azris
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Novel Theories uncovers what’s beneath the stories we can’t stop thinking about—and we want to know why. From reasonably unhinged theories to evidence with Ironteeth, this is the place where readers come to overthink everything. Join Nicole and Meghan to go deeper into the craft, characters, theories, and lore that keep us up at night. Because reading the book is only the beginning. Instagram - @bookloveaholic, @marvelousmrsmeghan TikTok - @bookloveaholic, @marvelousmrsmeghan All episodes are also posted to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@noveltheories

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  • Creator
    Nicole and Meghan
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    96
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Nicole and Meghan
  • Show Website
    Novel Theories

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