⚠️ PART 2: EXPLICIT SPOILER WARNING ⚠️

Everything from here on out contains full spoilers for Book 1 and discusses adult themes. Please check the content advisory before reading or listening.

👉 Content warnings: https://www.kcwoodruff.com/content-advisory

In Part 2, Lydia finally gets to fan-girl as we break the book wide open. We play a Character Confessions Game, deep-dive into worldbuilding, and unpack the hardest moments of the story.

Covered in Part 2:

• Full plot recap and timeline

• Political history, magic, and the Soul Trappers

• Ara, Stedd, Savant, Alys, Thalia, Therimar, and more

• Character motivations, manipulation, redemption, and choice

• Trauma, forgiveness, love as a spectrum, pacifism, honor vs action

• The ethics of survival and power

• That ending—and what it means for Book 2

This episode is for readers who want thoughtful analysis, emotional honesty, and no pulled punches when discussing dark fantasy.

📖 Links & Resources:

Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/204888283

Where to buy Dawn of the Darkest Day: [add links]

KC Woodruff’s website & socials: https://www.kcwoodruff.com

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