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Blood Beneath the Snow Author Interview With Alexandra Kennington
Welcome back to The Reading Rift!
In Episode 10, we sit down with fantasy author Alexandra Kennington to dive into her unforgettable debut novel, Blood Beneath the Snow — a story full of Viking-inspired grit, complex relationships, morally gray characters, and emotional depth that will ruin you in the best possible way.
This episode includes a full discussion of Alexandra’s writing journey, the world of Revna and the Hellbringer, character analysis, themes of family and trauma, and a spoiler-packed breakdown of the book. If you haven’t read it yet, don’t worry—we give a clear spoiler warning before we go all in. Whether you're a fantasy lover, a romantasy addict, or a reader who loves character-driven stories with rich lore and emotional stakes, this interview is for you.
⛰️ Episode Highlights
• Alexandra’s reading + writing history
• How Blood Beneath the Snow came to life
• Finding an agent + getting a publishing deal
• Viking vibes, worldbuilding, and character creation
• Deep dive into Revna, Arne, Feya, Halvar, Frode, and Volkan
• Themes: mental health, parental trauma, boundaries, and identity
• Book 2: Gods Beneath the Ice — what Alexandra can share!
• New series announcement
📚 About the Author – Alexandra Kennington A
lexandra has been writing fantasy since she was young and has a lifelong love for reading, folklore, and Star Wars. Her debut novel, Blood Beneath the Snow, is the first in a Norse-inspired fantasy series full of magic, family complications, and morally gray characters.
Website: alexandrakennington.com
Goodreads: Search “Blood Beneath the Snow” or “Gods Beneath the Ice”
⚠️ Content Notice This is an adult podcast with adult themes, language, and discussions. A spoiler warning will be given before we enter Spoiler Central.
✨ Connect With Us Instagram:
Lydia – @MarriedToAWriter
Bec – @ overwiredmind
Podcast: The Reading Rift New episodes every week!
🧊 Next Week We’re jumping into the Mistborn universe!
Author Socials
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexkenningtonwrites?igsh=MTd2MnpyZDB5aXN1bw==
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@alexkenningtonwrites?_r=1&_t=ZP-91S3uj6LoeE
Website: https://www.alexandrakennington.com/about
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By Bec and Lydia LegacyWelcome back to The Reading Rift!
In Episode 10, we sit down with fantasy author Alexandra Kennington to dive into her unforgettable debut novel, Blood Beneath the Snow — a story full of Viking-inspired grit, complex relationships, morally gray characters, and emotional depth that will ruin you in the best possible way.
This episode includes a full discussion of Alexandra’s writing journey, the world of Revna and the Hellbringer, character analysis, themes of family and trauma, and a spoiler-packed breakdown of the book. If you haven’t read it yet, don’t worry—we give a clear spoiler warning before we go all in. Whether you're a fantasy lover, a romantasy addict, or a reader who loves character-driven stories with rich lore and emotional stakes, this interview is for you.
⛰️ Episode Highlights
• Alexandra’s reading + writing history
• How Blood Beneath the Snow came to life
• Finding an agent + getting a publishing deal
• Viking vibes, worldbuilding, and character creation
• Deep dive into Revna, Arne, Feya, Halvar, Frode, and Volkan
• Themes: mental health, parental trauma, boundaries, and identity
• Book 2: Gods Beneath the Ice — what Alexandra can share!
• New series announcement
📚 About the Author – Alexandra Kennington A
lexandra has been writing fantasy since she was young and has a lifelong love for reading, folklore, and Star Wars. Her debut novel, Blood Beneath the Snow, is the first in a Norse-inspired fantasy series full of magic, family complications, and morally gray characters.
Website: alexandrakennington.com
Goodreads: Search “Blood Beneath the Snow” or “Gods Beneath the Ice”
⚠️ Content Notice This is an adult podcast with adult themes, language, and discussions. A spoiler warning will be given before we enter Spoiler Central.
✨ Connect With Us Instagram:
Lydia – @MarriedToAWriter
Bec – @ overwiredmind
Podcast: The Reading Rift New episodes every week!
🧊 Next Week We’re jumping into the Mistborn universe!
Author Socials
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexkenningtonwrites?igsh=MTd2MnpyZDB5aXN1bw==
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@alexkenningtonwrites?_r=1&_t=ZP-91S3uj6LoeE
Website: https://www.alexandrakennington.com/about