Now that his mom has his back, there's no way anything could go wrong...right? Will Hadrian have a subtle exit and quietly disappear into the night? Unlikely.

On today's episode we continue to examine Hadrian's relationship and portrayal of Crispin as these chapters mark the close of their relationship. We discuss the narrative framing, how it helps us as readers feel the gravity of these moments as we get close to the end of the first arc of Empire of Silence!

Devil's Rest Book Club is Cameron Elston and Drew Welty. Today’s episode discussed Chapters 20, 21 and 22 of Empire of Silence by Christopher Ruocchio, copyright 2018.  Empire of Silence was originally published by DAW books on July 3rd, 2018.

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Woof, last chapter was an absolute doozy. Gibson is gone, Hadrian is alone. Or is he? Will hope spring anew or is Hadrian destined to an anagnost's cell? First, he is going to his mom's resort where he will spend the last few weeks on Delos! Relaxing, avoiding hanging out with his little brother. You know, teenager stuff.

It is clear that Crispin is not who Hadrian believes him to be in part. We discuss how Hadrian views Crispin and how much daylight there is in what Crispin says and the verbiage Hadrian uses to describe him.

Devil's Rest Book Club is Cameron Elston and Drew Welty. Today’s episode discussed Chapters 14, 15 and 16 of Empire of Silence by Christopher Ruocchio, copyright 2018.  Empire of Silence was originally published by DAW books on July 3rd, 2018. Quality editing and original music by Cameron Elston. 

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A priest?!? The guy who blew up a sun is going to Seminary?!? I can't imagine what must be going through Hadrian's head as he is being forced to become part of the Future Spanish inquisition!

This episode really dives into the meat of the themes that are present throughout the entire series. We have melodramatic teenagers moping on the beach, a plan to escape Dad's big bad seminary plan, an incredibly awkward moment or two and a candid discussion on the nature of suffering and sacrifice. Warning: This episode discusses torture.

Devil's Rest Book Club is Cameron Elston and Drew Welty. Today’s episode discussed Chapters 10,11,12 and 13 of Empire of Silence by Christopher Ruocchio, copyright 2018.  Empire of Silence was originally published by DAW books on July 3rd, 2018. Quality editing and original music by Cameron Elston. 

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Now that Hadrian has taken himself out of the succession game, he can spend more of his time drawing Kyra, right? What will he do??

This episode contains our first brush with violence experienced by our narrator. How his family responds becomes the focal point we focus on in these chapters. and we even get a glimpse into some weird issues Hadrian is having with his eyes.

Outside of plot, we dissect the differences between Hadrian and Alistair in their values, Gibson as Hadrian's surrogate parent, the ship of Theseus, stoic philosophy and much more!

Devil's Rest Book Club is Cameron Elston and Drew Welty. Today’s episode discussed Chapters 7, 8 and 9 of Empire of Silence by Christopher Ruocchio, copyright 2018.  Empire of Silence was originally published by DAW books on July 3rd, 2018. Quality editing and original music by Cameron Elston.

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Will our narrator's big play to get back in the succession game work? Maybe? We will have to see!

Hadrian may be a great swordsman but he seems to be less adept in the ways of the court! This episode features discussions of cannibalism among aliens, a centuries long war, canny contract negotiations, disappointed fathers and even some gladiatorial games featuring eldritch horrors just to make it that much more interesting!

Outside of plot, we discuss Ruocchio's excellent worldbuilding and prose, the existential threat that the Cielcin pose, the ethics of blood sport, and much more. Put a pin in it and will get back to it later!

Devil's Rest Book Club is Cameron Elston and Drew Welty. Today’s episode discussed Chapters 4, 5 and 6 of Empire of Silence by Christopher Ruocchio, copyright 2018.  Empire of Silence was originally published by DAW books on July 3rd, 2018. Quality editing and original music by Cameron Elston.

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There are beginnings listener...and this is one. Our first episode of our Podcast! We dive DEEP into Chapters 1, 2 and 3 of Empire of Silence by Christopher Ruocchio. Chapter one is an absolute banger. This week, we are introduced to our...Hero? Villain? We are unsure. But at the very least he is our narrator, Hadrian Marlowe.

We discuss the weight of the first two pages for about an hour and then we dive into the beginnings of the Sun Eater at ancestral home of Devil's Rest on Delos. There are suns being eaten, a war with man-eating aliens, swordfights, court intrigue and some petty brotherly squabbles. And just in the first three chapters!

As always, this podcast is spoiler free with a dash of light foreshadowing. We are excited for you to join us on this journey!

Devil's Rest Book Club is Cameron Elston and Drew Welty. Today’s episode discussed Chapters 1, 2 and 3 of Empire of Silence by Christopher Ruocchio, copyright 2018.  Empire of Silence was originally published by DAW books on July 3rd, 2018. Quality editing and original music by Cameron Elston.

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This episode copyright 2025 Cameron Elston and Drew Welty.

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Welcome dear listeners to the trailer and intro to our new series, Devil's Rest Book Club. We are setting out on a detailed re-read of Christopher Ruocchio's The Sun Eater, a modern science fantasy epic. In this first episode, we introduce ourselves as hosts, explain why we believe Sun Eater to be worth your time and generally just rant about the series as a whole. No spoilers though!

If you have already read the series, feel free to jump in at Episode 1! If you're wondering what this Sun Eater thing you've heard about on the internet or from your friend who is way too into it (not speaking from personal experience...) then join us as we give some insight on influences, comparable media and tips on how to get into the series!

Empire of Silence is written by Christopher Ruocchio, copyright 2018.  Empire of Silence was originally published by DAW books on July 3rd, 2018.

Quality editing and original music by Cameron Elston.

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Devil's Rest Book Club is a production of Disquiet Pods. This episode copyright 2025 Cameron Elston and Drew Welty. Thanks for Joining us and Remember: Rage is Blindness.