Novel Theories

**Spoilers for A Fate Inked In Blood**

Join Alley and Nicole as they discuss the Booktok and Bookstagram sensation A Fate Inked In Blood by Danielle Jensen. They talk about the witty banter, the spicy MMC Bjorn, and everything else they loved about this book.

Join Alley and Nicole as they interview New York Times bestselling author F.T. Lukens about their newest book, Otherworldly.

Otherworldly is a Young Adult contemporary fiction with just a touch of the paranormal/ mythological and an excellent YA romance!

**HOUSE OF FLAME AND SHADOW SPOILERS**

Join Alley and Nicole as they wrap up their discussion on House of Flame and Shadow by Sarah J. Maas! They discuss some of the flaws of HOFAS, what that meeting between Margot Robbie and SJM might signal, and some of the potential easter eggs being laid for the next ACOTAR book.

**SPOILER FREE**

Join Alley and Nicole as the interview Demi Winters and discuss her amazing Viking-inspired books, The Road of Bones and Kingdom of Claw. The interview is spoiler free so readers who have not yet checked out these books can listen!

***THIS EPISODE CONTAINS SPOILERS FOR THE ENTIRE MAASVERSE***

In this episode, Nicole and Alley continue their deep dive discussion on the theory that Bryce and Azriel are mates in the Sarah J Maas universe. They chat about connections to Sailor Moon, Orion mythology, and even a Native American myth called Stone Mother! This episode will truly blow your mind!

***SPOILERS FOR THE ENTIRE MAASVERSE***

In this episode, Alley and Nicole DEEP DIVE into the theory that Bryce and Azriel are MATES! They've got evidence from the books, evidence from SJM interviews, wild hopes and dreams, and vibes. This is Part 1 of a two part deep dive into this theory!

**THIS EPISODE CONTAINS SPOILERS FOR ALL OF SARAH J MAAS'S BOOKS, INCLUDING HOUSE OF FLAME AND SHADOW, ALL OF ACOTAR, AND ALL OF THRONE OF GLASS**

In this episode, Nicole and Alley discuss new theories about the Maasverse that they have after finishing House of Flame and Shadow. They start with a summary of everything we learned about the Maasverse in HOFAS to refresh your memory/ clarify the massive reveals. Theories include ideas about the Princes of Hel, Bryce and Hunt's futures, Lidia and her potential connection to Aelin, and so much more!

This episode is spoiler free, so you do not need to have read Emberly Ash's books to listen and enjoy!

Join Alley and Nicole as they interview Romantasy author Emberly Ash and discuss her series, The Secrets of the Faerie Crown. This series is a King Arthur retelling, but with fae and smut! Without giving away any spoilers, Alley and Nicole gush with Emberly over her books, talk about their favorite moments and characters, and even play a few games.

Book 1 (Crown of Earth and Sky) and Book 2 (Throne of Air and Darkness) are available on Kindle Unlimited and Amazon, with paperbacks coming through Barnes and Noble very soon. Book 3 (Court of Vines and Vipers) will be out April 30, 2024, so get to reading so you are all set for the new release!

**HOUSE OF FLAME AND SHADOW SPOILERS**

In this episode, Nicole and Alley talk about which theories they were right about, which theories they were wrong about, and which theories might still be possible! Join them as they discuss some of their epically wrong predictions.

Then, as a bonus segment, listen to their reactions to CC3 as they are only halfway through the book.

**SPOILERS FOR ENTIRE MAASVERSE**

Join Alley and Nicole as they process their initial reactions to House of Flame and Shadow. They chat about all our favorite CC couples, what the heck was going on with Bryce and Hunt, ACOTAR world, and their feelings about future books.