In this conversation, we discuss the first book in the A Court of Thorns and Roses (ACOTAR) series by Sarah J. Maas.

This series is astronomically popular for it's impact on readers as a compelling and easily digestible book with stunning writing and world-building.

With an intriguing female main character, a magical journey, a complex love story, a mix of violence, emotion, and plot twists it really keeps readers hooked.

This series has a very special place in our hearts so we are passionate about inviting others to read it.

BOOKCLUB

Our bookclub is reading A Court of Mist & Fury by S.J Mass in July  and you can JOIN US HERE

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Never wonder what to read next. ⁠Get your 5 Levels of Romantasy book list from us. ⁠These are the stories that have captured our adventure and romance loving hearts over the years.

Chapters

00:00 INTRO

01:45 The Well-Loved and Iconic Romantacy Series ACOTAR

04:49 Compelling and Magical Reading Experience

06:58 A Mix of Fantasy, Romance, and Action

08:29 Emotional Depth and Attachment to Characters

12:46 OUTRO

Music Credit:

Intro and Outro music by⁠ ⁠Hot_Dope⁠⁠ from⁠ ⁠Pixabay⁠⁠: Winning Elevation

Carlie and Majella discuss the importance of making time for reading and the benefits it brings. They share their personal experiences and reasons for prioritizing reading in their busy lives. They highlight the escapism, relaxation, learning, and inspiration that reading provides. They also emphasize the role of imagination and the magic of books in expanding one's perspective and bringing an extra dimension to life. They encourage listeners to find ways to incorporate reading into their daily routines and join their book club for more book recommendations and discussions.

Chapters

01:19 Why Making Time for Reading is a Conscious Choice

07:56 Bringing Magic and an Extra Dimension to Life Through Reading

13:50 Prioritizing Reading and Experimenting with Incorporating it into Daily Routines

Spoilers *No spoilers in this episode

We have pulled together all the Romantasy new releases for June so you don't have to wonder what to read next!

We have also also had some amazing growth in our book club so THANKYOU to everyone who has joined and shared.

Ok this month we have new releases by authors such as Nisha J. Tulli, Helen Scheurer, LJ Andrews and Rebecca Zanetti. We share a brief description of each book and tropes they contain as well as books that are similar so you can think about whether they would be up your alley.

Let us know if you read any of the suggestions in this months releases.

Sound bites.

00:00 Updates from the Faeted The Bookclub

04:35 Introducing the June Releases in the Romantacy Genre

08:21 Leather & Lark

09:48 Fate of the Sun King

13:04 Shadow of Storms

15:28 Queen of Serpents and Shadows

17:38 One Cursed Rose

19:43 The Mist Thief

BOOKCLUB

⁠Join us in the bookclub in June for our read of "A Court of Thorns & Roses" by Sarah J Maas⁠

DOWNLOAD OUR BOOK RECOMMENDATION LIST

Never wonder what to read next. ⁠Get your 5 Levels of Romantasy book list from us. ⁠These are the stories that have captured our adventure and romance loving hearts over the years.

Music Credit:

Intro and Outro music by⁠ ⁠Hot_Dope⁠⁠ from⁠ ⁠Pixabay⁠⁠: Winning Elevation

SPOILER WARNING* This is a review episode. Listen up until the 7 min mark if you want to know the premise of the story but NO FURTHER if you plan on reading it.

In this week's episode we share our reviews of the book 'Ledge' by Aussie author and hilarious TikTok sensation Stacey McEwen.

We discuss our personal experiences and opinions of the book, highlighting the unique premise of a community living on a ledge and the brutal conditions they face.

We both had different reading experiences here and yet both picked up book 2, Chasm straight away and kept on reading!

We share our thoughts on the characters, plot, and world-building, the intriguing concept of the book, the trauma and growth of the main character, the representation of diverse characters, and the slow-burn romance.

We chat about the pacing of the story and the potential for future books in this series, and others, from this debut author. Overall, we do recommend the book and read it in April in our bookclub!

BOOKCLUB

⁠Join us in the bookclub in June for our read of "A Court of Thorns & Roses" by Sarah J Maas⁠

DOWNLOAD OUR BOOK RECOMMENDATION LIST

Never wonder what to read next. ⁠Get your 5 Levels of Romantasy book list from us. ⁠These are the stories that have captured our adventure and romance loving hearts over the years.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Setting the Stage

00:47 Introduction and Overview of 'Ledge'

03:59 Overview of the Story and Author

07:53 Discussion of the Plot and Characters

18:53 Appreciation for the Emotional Connection

20:28 Desire for Deeper World-Building and Character Development

21:44 Recognition of Beautiful Writing Moments

22:10 Conclusion and Anticipation for Future Books

25:47 The Potential of the Author and the Concept of the Story

29:17 Differing Opinions on the Love Story

34:42 The Middle Section and the Cliffhanger Ending

37:31 Recommendation and Excitement for the Next Installment

Music Credit:

Intro and Outro music by⁠ ⁠Hot_Dope⁠⁠ from⁠ ⁠Pixabay⁠⁠: Winning Elevation

In this solo episode, Majella discusses the Blood and Ash series by Jennifer L. Armentrout.

This series has received mixed reviews, with some people loving it and others hating it. Majella personally enjoyed the series and recommends it to readers who enjoy romantic books with strong characters and engaging plots.

With dual timelines, the presence of primals and gods, and the inclusion of mental health issues in the story it has over 600,000 ratings on Goodreads and 50% of those are 5 stars.

Majella found the series enjoyable and encourages readers to give it a try.

BOOKCLUB

Join us in the bookclub in June for our read of "A Court of Thorns & Roses" by Sarah J Maas

DOWNLOAD OUR BOOK RECOMMENDATION LIST

Never wonder what to read next. Get your 5 Levels of Romantasy book list from us. These are the stories that have captured our adventure and romance loving hearts over the years.

Music Credit:

Intro and Outro music by⁠ ⁠Hot_Dope⁠⁠ from⁠ ⁠Pixabay⁠⁠: Winning Elevation

SPOILER ALERT *No Spoilers in this review episode.

In this conversation, Carlie and Majella discuss the importance of sharing their reading journeys and the impact it has on others.

They talk about the hesitation and judgment they sometimes feel when sharing their love for romance and fantasy books. They also explore the empowering and aspirational aspects of these genres, as well as the sense of community and connection they provide.

The conversation highlights the need to celebrate and support women's passions and interests, regardless of societal expectations.

FAETED THE BOOKCLUB

Our bookclub is reading One Dark Window by Rachel Gilleg  in May  and you can JOIN US HERE

https://fable.co/club/faeted-the-book-club-with-carlie-298611075637

What we are reading right now.

Carlie - “One Dark Window” Rachel Gilleg

Majella - “A Fate Inked in Blood” Daniella Jensen

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**Spoiler Alert** This is a review episode. Do not listen if you want to read Empire of Storms.

We continue our review of Empire of Storms from the Throne of Glass series by Sarah J Maas. This is part 2 so please listen to episode #33 first!

Key chats

- Manon and Dorian's relationship

- THE beach scene IYKYK

- SJM's talent and stunning writing

- The Manon fandom

- The horrific ending

Gosh we loved this book SO MUCH!! And we want to hear from you about what you felt throughout your read.

Feel free to message us on our platforms anytime.

Our bookclub is reading Ledge by Stacey McEwen in April and you can JOIN US HERE

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What we are reading right now.

Carlie - “One Dark Window” Rachel Gilleg

Majella - "A Fate Inked in Blood" by Daniella L. Jensen

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Intro and Outro music by⁠ ⁠Hot_Dope⁠⁠ from⁠ ⁠Pixabay⁠⁠: Winning Elevation

SPOILER ALERT - This is a book review so only listen if you have read Empire of Storms by S.J Maas.

Empire of Storms is a gripping and emotional instalment in the Throne of Glass series. In this episode we share our favourite scenes and characters from this book. It was a struggle to keep this to only 2 parts as this book is sweeping and heartbreaking, inspiring and rousing. We could not be more enamoured with this series and this book is just phenomenal. We have split our conversation into two parts for ease of listening. Part 2 coming soon.

KEY MOMENTS

Empire of Storms is primarily a romance set during the buildup to a war.

The relationship between Lorcan and Elide is a key storyline that develops throughout the book.

The battle in Skulls Bay is a standout moment, showcasing the bravery and loyalty of the characters.

The scene with Manon and Asterin's sacrifice is emotional and highlights the theme of loyalty.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Overview

09:13 Lorcan and Elide's Storyline

23:53 Aelin and Rowan

31:52 Saving Asterin

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Our bookclub is reading One Dark Window by Rachel Gillig in May and you can JOIN US HERE

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What we are reading right now.

Carlie - “One Dark Window" Rachel Gileg

Majella - "A Fate Inked in Blood" Danielle L. Jensen

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Music Credit:

Intro and Outro music by⁠ ⁠Hot_Dope⁠⁠ from⁠ ⁠Pixabay⁠⁠: Winning Elevation

In this conversation, Majella and Carlie discuss the topic of obsessive reading and how it can impact various aspects of life. They explore the signs of unhealthy reading habits and offer strategies to find balance.

The conversation touches on the physiological effects of reading, the need for alone time, and the potential for reading to become an avoidance tactic.

Overall, they encourage listeners to reflect on their own reading experiences and find a healthy balance.

Takeaways

Sound Bites

00:00 Introduction and Compulsive Reading

05:16 The Importance of Balance and Sacrificing Healthy Habits

12:01 Reading as an Alone Time Activity

21:30 Trial and Error in Finding Reading Balance

28:41 Addiction and the Need for Feedback

Our bookclub is reading Ledge by Stacey McEwen in April and you can JOIN US HERE

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What we are reading right now.

Carlie - “Chasm” Stacey McEwan

Majella - The Guild Hunter Series by Nalini Singh

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In this conversation, Carlie and Majella discuss their changing expectations and critical views of romantasy books as they read more.

They explore whether their judgement of books is due to becoming more experienced readers or if it's a result of the books themselves.

Majella shares her current read, The Guild Hunter series, which she initially didn't expect to enjoy based on the covers but ended up loving.

They discuss the idea of becoming more discerning readers and how their personal experiences and emotions can influence their enjoyment of a book. They also touch on the importance of being open-minded, trying different genres, and not being afraid to put down a book that isn't resonating with them. The conversation highlights the individuality of reading experiences and the importance of embracing personal reading journeys.

00:00 Changing Expectations and Critical Views

19:13 Theories and Speculation about A Court of Silver Flames

26:48 Introduction and Recap

33:17 The Influence of Personal Experiences on Reading

41:10 The Importance of Putting Down Unenjoyable Books

57:24 Conclusion