Bookish Realms

It’s time for a Quarterly Reading Wrap-Up! In this episode, Brooke and Cami are breaking down everything they read in January, February, and March of 2025. They’ll cover it all, from their 5-star favorites to DNF disasters. This ep will contain summaries, honest ratings, and what made each book stand out (or not).

Stick around for our Shared Pages segment, where we dive deeper into the books we both read this quarter. And this time, we’re not alone! We’re joined by special guests B and Sam, the iconic duo behind A Pod of Smut and Wingspan. They’re here to chat Metal Slinger with us during our Shared Pages section.

Episode Notes:
Shared Pages Section (NOT SPOILER FREE): 20:15 - 49:55

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Join Brooke and Cami for a deep dive into the threads that connect Throne of Glass to SJM's larger universe—the Maasverse! In this special episode, they’re focusing exclusively on The Assassin's Blade, uncovering the Easter eggs, parallels, and subtle hints that tie it to ACOTAR and Crescent City.

From obvious connections to wild theories about what’s yet to come, this episode is packed with insights and speculation about the Maasverse. Whether you just finished the Maasverse or a seasoned fan, this breakdown is your guide to spotting the details in The Assassin's Blade that tie it to the Maasverse.

Warning: This episode contains spoilers for the entire Maasverse, including House of Flame and Shadow. Listen with caution—and excitement!

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Join hosts Brooke and Cami as they dive into The Assassin and the Empire, the fifth novella in The Assassin’s Blade, the prequel to the Throne of Glass series by Sarah J. Maas!

Expect chapter summaries, character discussion, and worldbuilding as they unravel this epic fantasy series. Plus, they'll share foreshadowing, favorite quotes and moments that had them hooked from the start. Tune in every #ThroneThursday for a dose of magic, adventure, and all things Throne of Glass!

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Episode Breakdown:
Chapter Summaries: 00:34
Character Discussion: 2:25
World Building:  6:30
Analysis & Foreshadowing: 10:50
Favorite Quotes/Moments: 1:19:30
Closing Thoughts: 1:21:15

Join hosts Brooke and Cami as they dive into The Assassin and the Underworld, the fourth novella in The Assassin’s Blade, the prequel to the Throne of Glass series by Sarah J. Maas!

Expect chapter summaries, character discussion, and worldbuilding as they unravel this epic fantasy series. Plus, they'll share foreshadowing, favorite quotes and moments that had them hooked from the start. Tune in every #ThroneThursday for a dose of magic, adventure, and all things Throne of Glass!

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Episode Breakdown:
Chapter Summaries: 00:40
Character Discussion: 1:57
World Building:  6:00
Analysis & Foreshadowing: 9:56
Favorite Quotes/Moments: 1:10:45
Closing Thoughts: 1:13:25

Link to the Throne of Glass Bonus Chapter that is referenced in this episode: The Captain and the Prince | You can also copy & paste the link: https://bookofademigod.tumblr.com/post/190808078911/throne-of-glass-extra-story

Hey Assassins! Due to unforeseen circumstances, this week’s deep dive had to be postponed, but we didn’t want to leave you hanging. 

So, here’s something totally unstructured, totally unfiltered, and maybe a little unhinged: our immediate reactions to Onyx Storm! We recorded this right after finishing the book, running on 10+ hours of reading and sheer emotion. It’s messy, it’s chaotic, and we’re sharing one mic, but if you want to hear our raw thoughts, here you go! 

We’ll be back next week for The Assassin and the Underworld. Enjoy the chaos!

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Join hosts Brooke and Cami as they dive into The Assassin and the Desert, the second novella in The Assassin’s Blade, the prequel to the Throne of Glass series by Sarah J. Maas!

Expect chapter summaries, character discussion, and worldbuilding as they unravel this epic fantasy series. Plus, they'll share foreshadowing, favorite quotes and moments that had them hooked from the start. Tune in every #ThroneThursday for a dose of magic, adventure, and all things Throne of Glass!

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Episode Breakdown:
Chapter Summaries: 00:32
Character Discussion: 02:25
World Building:  05:10
Analysis & Foreshadowing: 10:40
Favorite Quotes/Moments: 1:14:30
Closing Thoughts: 1:19:00

Join hosts Brooke and Cami as they dive into The Assassin and the Healer, the second novella in The Assassin’s Blade, the prequel to the Throne of Glass series by Sarah J. Maas!

Expect chapter summaries, character discussion, and worldbuilding as they unravel this epic fantasy series. Plus, they'll share foreshadowing, favorite quotes and moments that had them hooked from the start. Tune in every #ThroneThursday for a dose of magic, adventure, and all things Throne of Glass!

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Episode Breakdown:
Chapter Summaries: 00:40
Character Discussion: 1:55
World Building:  4:25
Foreshadowing: 6:45
Favorite Quotes/Moments: 37:22
Closing Thoughts: 40:00

Join hosts Brooke and Cami as they dive into The Assassin and the Pirate Lord, the first novella in The Assassin’s Blade, the prequel to the Throne of Glass series by Sarah J. Maas!

Expect chapter summaries, character discussion, and worldbuilding as they unravel this epic fantasy series. Plus, they'll share foreshadowing, favorite quotes and moments that had them hooked from the start. Tune in every #ThroneThursday for a dose of magic, adventure, and all things Throne of Glass!

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Episode Breakdown:
Chapter Summaries: 2:50
Character Discussion: 4:55
World Building:  10:00
Foreshadowing: 13:15
Favorite Quotes/Moments: 1:01:50
Closing Thoughts: 1:04:50

Join Brooke and Cami for a deep dive into the threads that connect Throne of Glass to SJM's larger universe—the Maasverse! In this special episode, they’re focusing exclusively on Crown of Midnight, uncovering the Easter eggs, parallels, and subtle hints that tie it to ACOTAR and Crescent City.

From obvious connections to wild theories about what’s yet to come, this episode is packed with insights and speculation about the Maasverse. Whether you just finished the Maasverse or a seasoned fan, this breakdown is your guide to spotting the details in Crown of Midnight that tie it to the Maasverse.

Warning: This episode contains spoilers for the entire Maasverse, including House of Flame and Shadow. Listen with caution—and excitement!

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Episode Breakdown:
Major Links: 1:10
Smaller Links: 15:35
Parallels: 17:50
Speculations & Theories: 38:35

Join hosts Brooke and Cami for a breakdown of the big reveal at the end of Crown of Midnight, the second book in the Throne of Glass series! In this special episode, they explore all the moments, foreshadowing, and hints that lead up to one of the best reveals they've ever read!

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