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. 3d ago

    Threshing Day: Xaden POV Deep Dive | WHAT is going on with Xaden’s Family Tree?!?

    We are BACK this week to talk about the FIERCEST dragon on the continent and her stubborn, shadow wielding son - Sgaeyl and Xaden! We’re breaking down what exactly went down with Alic, Xaden, and Molvic; laying out all the possible scenarios for Xaden’s family tree; and pondering what exactly Xaden’s mission is and how Sgaeyl fits into it. Plus - the Baran name reveal, Fen kept Xaden away from aristocrats, and did Kaori have a hand in developing Xaden’s second signet? As usual, you’ll be getting theories and updates galore in this week’s episode. And after this one, you’ll be getting an episode for each chapter. We are still working out exactly what that will look like, but we think each of these stories deserves their own episode. So hang with us as we uncover every clue, go down every rabbit hole, and spiral together during our Threshing Day Coverage! Come to our live show: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dragons-in-the-details-a-court-of-splintered-harmony-live-reaction-show-tickets-2000310882697 NOTE ON SPOILERS: This episode will have spoilers for the entire Empyrean Series! That is Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, Onyx Storm, and Threshing Day! 00:40 Where do you Fall on the Rat to Rabbit Cuteness Scale? 04:32 Start of Guinea Pig Trauma 06:07 End of Guinea Pig Trauma and Episode Overview! 07:32 Announcements 09:29 Fun Question: Who Teaches Sex Ed at Basgiath? 11:55 Corrections, Omissions, Social Media Shout Outs 17:29 Stats!! 26:00 What's Going On with Molvic in this Chapter? 35:14 What do we Learn About Xaden's Family Tree? 01:13:21 What New Things did we Learn About Xaden in this Chapter? 01:29:29 What is Xaden's Mission? 01:37:58 Why Didn't we get the Baran Name Reveal Until Now? 01:44:16 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. 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. Oct 12

    Threshing Day Reactions | HOLY EASTER EGGS! We need to talk about ALL OF IT!

    OH MY GODS WHAT AN INCREDIBLE EXPERIENCE THAT WAS. Babes, it’s finally time for us to talk about Threshing Day and we are oh so excited to be back in this world! What a ride!  Join your favorite off-the-wall theorists and insane book besties Abby and Ronnie as they react to Threshing Day. What were our favorite moments?  Who were our favorite POVs? Who do we like more now?  And more importantly - What’s going on with all the bleeding? The dragons are lying about…everything??  What do you mean we met ASHER?!? BONDING OUTSIDE THRESHING IS ON THE TABLE?!?! We have so many thoughts and we need to talk about all of them with you! Don’t worry! This is our reactions episode, but you will be getting 13 episodes after this - one for each chapter. We are still working out exactly what that will look like, but we think each of these stories deserves their own episode. So hang with us as we uncover every clue, go down every rabbit hole, and spiral together during our Threshing Day Coverage! NOTE ON SPOILERS: This episode will have spoilers for the entire Empyrean Series! That is Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, Onyx Storm, and Threshing Day! 00:29 Soup Season is BACK!! 10:51 Episode Overview: Threshing Day Reactions! 12:56 Announcements 16:34 Fun Question: Which Characters  do we Like More Now? 26:53 Our High Level Thoughts on Threshing Day 31:22 Our Favorite POVs 39:56 Let's Talk About Kaori 53:49 What's Up with the Blood? 01:13:00 WE. MET. ASHER!!!!! 01:22:24 Why are the Dragons Lying? 01:43:05 Bonding Beyond Threshing is ON. THE. TABLE. Let's Discuss 01:47:32 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

  3. Oct 5

    Crescent City: Starsword and Truth-Teller Deep Dive | What will happen with the Starsword now??

    Babes!! We are back for our last episode of our Crescent City season! We probably could have kept talking about Crescent City for months, but we’ve got new releases coming out so sadly we must be moving on. We thought, what better way to end this season that with the Starsword and Truth Teller - both of which we have a strong suspicion will make appearances in ACOTAR 6. We’re breaking down their powers, diving deep on who can and can’t wield them, and theorizing on why we’re going to need a Prince of Hel on Prythian. Lot’s of juicy theories this episode - you won’t want to miss it! 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  Live show! We are hosting a live show in NY on 10/30. More details, including tickets, can be found here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dragons-in-the-details-a-court-of-splintered-harmony-live-reaction-show-tickets-2000310882697?aff=oddtdtcreator CHAPTERS: 01:38 - IT’S CALLED A COLD OPEN! 06:29 - Episode Overview: Starsword and Truth Teller Deep Dive 08:03 - Announcements 09:45 - Fun Question 15:29 - How was the Starsword Made? We have different stories! 32:11 - What are the Starswords Powers? 42:19 - What are Truth Teller’s Powers? 59:42 - Who can and can’t tough the Starsword and Truth Teller? 01:14:34 - What happens when you unite the Starsword and Truth Teller? 01:24:04 - Why does Bryce leave the starsword with Nesta? 01:34:20 - TOG Omissions 01:35:39 - 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

  4. Sep 28

    Crescent City: Asteri Deep Dive | What Powers do they ACTUALLY have? (Quite a few, it turns out!)

    Babes!! We are back this week with a very exciting episode on Crescent City’s cruel parasitic overlords -  The Asteri! We’re diving deep on the Asteri’s powers, investigating why we never see them wield the Trove, and finally getting to the bottom of why Hesperus and Vesperus are both called the Evening Star. Plus, in our Maasverse section, we break down the different types of world walking we’ve seen across the Maasverse, question if there’s a drop in Erilea, and ponder who Rigelus might have disguised himself as. So if you’ve ever wondered why the Asteri on Midgard seem so much weaker than the Asteri on Prythian, tune in to this week’s episode to find out! 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  Live show! We are hosting a live show in NY on 10/30. More details, including tickets, can be found here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dragons-in-the-details-a-court-of-splintered-harmony-live-reaction-show-tickets-2000310882697?aff=oddtdtcreator CHAPTERS: 00:00 Married Friends and Reading Things You Disagree With 11:23 Intro and Announcements: Still on Crescent City! Not For Long Though! 15:06 Fun Question: Bryce and Hunt on Vaca 16:59 COSMS: Nina’s Theory on Clotho’s Hands and Fate 19:09 DEEP DIVE! What are the Asteri’s Powers? 41:39 Why Do the Asteri Never Wield the Trove? 53:58 Why are Vesperus and Hesperus Both Evening Stars? 01:02:10 MAASVERSE SPOILERS: What is the difference between Asteri & Valg Worldwalking?  01:17:53 Is there a drop in Erilea? 01:34:35 Who was Rigelus in Erilea?  01:44:37 PRECOG CORNER: Asteri Imposters & Maeve’s True Nature 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

  5. Sep 21

    Crescent City: Jesiba Roga Deep Dive | What’s Really in The Library of Parthos?

    Babes!! We are very excited to be bringing this week’s episode about our favorite librarian-priestess / witch / sorceress / gallery owner - Jesiba Roga. We’re breaking down Jesiba’s powers, exactly what happened when Apollion “touched” her, everything we know about Parthos, and more! Plus, Ronnie has a killer theory on why Apollion is so obsessed with Jesiba and her books. So if you want to know why Jesiba was so hell bent on protecting her library, and why it matters that she’s now left it to Bryce, tune in to 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 cover is by nym.phen! 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  Live show! We are hosting a live show in NY on 10/30. More details, including tickets, can be found here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dragons-in-the-details-a-court-of-splintered-harmony-live-reaction-show-tickets-2000310882697?aff=oddtdtcreator CHAPTERS: 00:33 Well Baby, What Was That? 07:53 Episode Overview 09:33 Announcements 13:07 Fun Question: Choose Your Podcast Co-Host 15:16 Corrections, Omissions, Social Media Shout Outs 20:32 What are Jesiba Roga's Powers? 46:26 What Happened with Jesiba and Apollion? 01:05:32 What do Know About the Library of Parthos? 01:18:28 Why did Jesiba Give Bryce an Archesian Amulet? 01:33:10 Why did Jesiba Leave the Gallery to Bryce? 01:41:57 Maasverse Omissions 01:46:28 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

  6. Sep 16 ·  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

  7. Sep 14 ·  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

  8. 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

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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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