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You got that right. I fell in love with The Bridge Kingdom and I had to read all of Danielle Jensen's backlist of books. Here are my thoughts.

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Books Mentioned:
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A Fate Inked in Blood: https://amzn.to/3Pm5nJg
Stolen Songbird: https://amzn.to/3TBk7Xw
Dark Shores: https://amzn.to/3VhU2xN

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A Fate Inked in Blood: HERE

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I pre-ordered books, read them, and they turned out to be bad books. Listen in to hear my thoughts on these popular fantasy books series.

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Video Mentioned: My Honest Thoughts on Ruthless Vows
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Book Review I Mentioned:
House of Flame and Shadow

Iron Flame

Ruthless Vows

A Curse of True Love

Books I pre-ordered:
Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros
Ruthless Vows by Rebecca Ross
A Curse for True Love by Stephanie Garber
House of Flame and Shadow by Sarah J. Maas

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In this video, Charity reviews the book 'Ruthless Vows' by Rebecca Ross, the second book in the 'Theology of Divine Rivals' series. She shares her thoughts on the duology format and expresses her desire for the story to be a trilogy. Charity discusses the continuation of the story from the first book and the challenges faced by the main characters, Roman and Iris. She highlights the focus on the main conflict and the lack of time spent together by the protagonists. Charity also mentions the inauthentic ending and the underdeveloped side characters. She concludes with her overall opinion and encourages viewers to share their thoughts.

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Takeaways

• The duology format may not provide enough time to fully explore the story and characters.
• The second book focuses on the main conflict and spends less time on the romance between the main characters.
• The ending feels inauthentic and out of place with the rest of the story.
• The side characters are underdeveloped and their storylines are not fully resolved.
• The book could have benefited from being a trilogy to allow for more depth and exploration.

Read my review on my Booktrovert Reader Blog:
Ruthless Vows: An Honest Book Review

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00:00
Introduction and Book Recommendation

01:03
Opinion on Duologies

03:05
Continuation of Divine Rivals

04:02
Roman's Memory Loss and Reunion

05:18
Focus on the Main Conflict

06:37
Lack of Time Spent Together

07:05
Desire for a Trilogy

08:04
Inauthentic Ending

08:57
Underdeveloped Side Characters

10:41
Unexplored Brigade Group

12:04
Sad Ending with Closure

12:59
Desire for More

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🔍 Dive into the world of audiobook narration with Jacci Prior! 🎧 Discover her journey from YA to romantic fantasy, talking about spicy scenes, and insights on collaborating with narrators. Plus, the lowdown on AI vs. human narrators! 📚 #Audiobook #NarrationInsights

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"I think it is this beautiful, magical combination of the right narrator and a fantastic story. And when those two come together, it's just pure magic." ~Jacci Prior

🗣️ Jacci Prior: 'Narrating spicy scenes requires finesse and respect for the story. It's an art in balancing passion with professionalism.' 🌶️📖 #AudiobookNarration #RomanticFantasy

🌟 Ever wondered about duet narration? Jacci spills the beans on how it elevates character voices and enhances the audiobook experience! 🎭🎤

🎧Curious about the world behind audiobook narration? Don't miss this eye-opening interview with Jacci Prior! Hit play for industry insights, challenges, and the passion that fuels every narration. 🎧✨ #ListenNow

📚✨ Join Jacci Prior as she unveils the process of narrating a standalone fantasy book - from the excitement to the challenges. Gain a firsthand look at the art of bringing stories to life! 🎙️ #AudiobookProcess

🌟 Narrator Jacci Prior opens up about facing chronic illness in the narration world. Discover how she navigates challenges while bringing passion to every project. 🌈💪 #NarratorJourney

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Hey fellow readers, it's me, your friendly Booktrovert Reader. Let me spill the beans on Romantazine, the dreamy magazine for us romantasy lovers. Alex and Sara, founders of Romantazine share their amazing magazine with us readers in this amazing interview!

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Listen and enjoy this amazing conversation of Romantazine: a Romantasy magazine for book lovers

Takeaways

• Romantazine is a romantic fantasy bookish magazine that combines romance and fantasy.
• The magazine features author interviews, book recommendations, playlists, recipes, and interactive elements.
• Community involvement and showcasing voices from both the signed and indie author communities are important to Romantazine.
• The creators hope to see more authenticity, slow burn romance, and adventurous plots in the romantic fantasy genre.

Where to purchase Romantizine:
https://www.faeriesandfangirls.com/romantazine

Where to follow:
Instagram: Romantizine

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Chapters

00:00-Introduction to Romantazine
01:24-The Origins of Romantazine
03:23-Creating Content for Romantazine
04:57-Features and Themes of Romantazine
07:44-Involving the Bookish Community
09:06-Digital and Physical Copies of Romantazine
10:44-Podcasts and Other Content in Romantazine
13:50-Lessons Learned from the First Edition
16:54-The Process of Creating a Magazine
21:27-Trends and Hopes for Romanticie
28:07-Desired Changes in Romanticie
31:26-Theories about Silver Flames
32:00-The Trend of Romantic Fantasy
32:19-The Editing Process
33:18-Perspective Change in Silver Flames
34:19-The Balance of Spice in Romance Novels
35:28-The Importance of Balance in Romance
36:16-Honesty in Book Reviews
37:44-Selecting Books for the Magazine
39:12-Disagreements on Book Selection
43:27-Interviewing Authors for the Magazine
46:40-Favorite Moments with Romanticizing
50:41-

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Summary

In this podcast episode, Charity reviews her January reads and shares her hopefuls for February. She discusses her thoughts on various fantasy books, including 'City of Heavenly Fire' by Cassandra Clare, 'Charm' by Tracy Wolf, 'A Court of Thorns and Roses' by Sarah J. Maas, 'The House of Sky and Breath' by Sarah J. Maas, and 'Ruthless Vows' by Rebecca Ross. Charity also shares her plans for February and invites listeners to engage with her content.

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Takeaways

• Charity experienced a reading funk in January and struggled to find books she truly enjoyed.
• She reviews 'City of Heavenly Fire' by Cassandra Clare and expresses her disappointment with the story and characters.
• Charity shares her mixed opinions on 'Charm' by Tracy Wolf, appreciating the romance but finding the book unnecessarily long.
• She discusses her attempt to reread 'A Court of Thorns and Roses' by Sarah J. Maas and her excitement for 'The House of Sky and Breath' by the same author.
• Charity shares her conflicted feelings about 'Ruthless Vows' by Rebecca Ross and her hopefuls for February.

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Summary
In this conversation, Booktrovert Reader and Ana discuss theories and connections in Sarah J. Maas' Massverse with House of Sky and Breath. They explore the characters and relationships in the Crescent City series, particularly Bryce and Hunt. They also delve into the concept of parallel worlds and the possibility of different versions of characters existing in different timelines. We also discuss various theories and speculations about the characters and plot of the Crescent City series House of Flame and Shadow by Sarah J. Maas. 

Takeaways

• The Crescent City series by Sarah J. Maas has sparked numerous theories and speculations among readers.
• The character of Hunt raises many questions about his history and potential connections to other characters.
• Being part of an ongoing series allows for ongoing discussions, theories, and excitement among readers.

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Instagram: @reads.by.anaid

My Honest Book Review House of Sky and Breath: HERE

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House of Earth and Blood
House of Sky and Breath
House of Flame and Shadow

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In this conversation, I give my honest book review of 'The House of Sky and Breath' and discusses various aspects of the story.

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Takeaways

• The multiple POVs in 'The House of Sky and Breath' add depth to the story and allow for different perspectives.
• The pacing in this book is enjoyable from beginning to end, unlike the previous book in the series.
• Danica's character is filled with secrets, and it remains to be seen why she is hiding them from Bryce.
• The balance between smut and fantasy plot may not appeal to all readers, as some prefer more focus on the fantasy elements.

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In this conversation, Booktrovert Reader interviews author Alexis L. Menard about her book House of Bane and Blood. They discuss the inspiration behind the story, the development of the characters, and the incorporation of steampunk elements. They also explore the challenges of writing fantasy, including worldbuilding and pacing. Alexis shares her journey as an indie author and offers advice for aspiring writers. The conversation concludes with a teaser for the second book in the series and a discussion on dealing with comparison in the writing industry.  

Takeaways

• House of Bane and Blood is a fantasy romance novel with elements of steampunk and a unique twist on vampires.
• The story features an arranged marriage and explores the tension and chemistry between the two main characters.
• Alexis L. Menard drew inspiration from shows like Peaky Blinders and video games like Dishonored for the setting and character development.
• The book incorporates a magic system based on the remnants of saints and a science-backed technology to balance the power dynamics in the world.
• As an indie author, Alexis emphasizes the importance of finding a supportive community of fellow authors and learning from their experiences.

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TikTok: @alexislmenard
Website: alexislmenard.org

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In this conversation, Booktrovert Reader shares her reading journey and how she discovered her love for books. She talks about taking a break from reading during college and the challenges of balancing required reading with reading for fun. She discusses how she rediscovered her passion for reading through a coworker's recommendation and the impact of the book Red Queen. Booktrovert Reader also shares her experiences with Goodreads, Bookstagram, and overcoming shyness to become part of the book community. She talks about her goals for her channel and the challenges of content creation, including dealing with perfectionism. Finally, she discusses her favorite genres and reading habits.

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Takeaways

• Taking a break from reading during college is common, but it's possible to rediscover your love for books later on.
• Online book communities like Goodreads and Bookstagram can provide a sense of belonging and help connect with other readers.
• Overcoming shyness and building confidence can be achieved through participating in book communities and creating content.
• Dealing with perfectionism and avoiding burnout are challenges for content creators, but it's important to focus on sharing the love for books.
• Having a variety of reading formats, such as physical books, ebooks, and audiobooks, can enhance the reading experience.

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