Pillow Talk & Paperbacks

By Mariangelica & Christian

Marriage is about compromise... and apparently, that includes dragons, magic, and swoon-worthy love triangles. We’re a husband and wife diving into the Romantasy genre for the first time, sharing o

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The podcast currently has 12 episodes available.

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March 28, 2025 Ep. 11 - Iron Flame Intro - Predictions, unhinged theories, and violent thoughts about Dane
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Before we read a single chapter of Iron Flame, Christian is judging the cover, spiralling about character deaths, and praying this book doesn’t turn into a 600-page trust exercise.
We’re kicking off book two with a classic first-impressions episode! Christian finally reads the back cover of Iron Flame, gives us his honest (and unfiltered) theories, and immediately spirals about betrayals, spies, and how Violet is probably going undercover in the worst way possible. He makes wildly confident predictions about who's going to die (spoiler: Christian says everyone), how long Xaiden will stay in the doghouse, and whether Violet’s mom can, in fact, weather-bend her own daughter. There’s also a full rant about the page count, a debate on whether Mira is secretly the villain, and some truly chaotic ships that should never sail—but probably will.
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March 21, 2025 Ep. 10 - Fourth Wing Ch. 38-39 Death, Declarations, and a Brother from the Dead
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What’s more shocking: Violet surviving a literal death spiral, or her dead brother casually showing up with an open arms welcome.
In this final Fourth Wing episode, we’re breaking down chapters 38–39, and wow, do they go hard. Violet is poisoned, dying, and literally falling out of the sky—so naturally, Andarna shows up like a sparkly little lifesaver who is absolutely not strong enough for this moment. Meanwhile, Xaiden is in full “I love her, but I definitely messed up” mode, giving us heartbreaking inner monologues and a whole lot of brooding. We finally get a peek inside his head (and emotions), and surprise: he’s not just tall, dark, and hot—he’s also emotionally wrecked. Then just when we think we’ve had enough drama, Brennan strolls in like, “Welcome to the revolution,” and we’re left screaming.
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27min
March 07, 2025 Ep. 9 - Fourth Wing Ch. 34-37 Mind-Reading, Misdirection, and a Major Oh-Shit Moment
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What’s worse—walking straight into an ambush or realizing your ex-bestie has been casually mind-reading you this whole time?
This week, we’re covering chapters 34–37 of Fourth Wing, where the war games turn out to be a lot less “game” and a lot more “holy shit, we’re all gonna die.” Violet and crew arrive at their destination only to find it suspiciously abandoned, and let’s just say things go downhill fast. Meanwhile, Xaiden is mad (again), Violet is confused (again), and Dain finally gets called out for being a walking security risk. We break down the shocking betrayals, the last-minute escape plans, and why Violet’s trust issues just hit an all-time high.
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1h 7min
February 28, 2025 Ep. 8 - Fourth Wing Ch. 30-33 Sweaty, Spicy, and SEXY
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When the slow burn finally ignites, and you realize your book is now very NSFW… yeah, it’s that kind of episode.
This week, we’re covering chapters 30–33 of Fourth Wing, aka the chapters. Violet and Xaiden finally cross that line (and then cross it again), and Christian reads his first spicy scene—his life will never be the same. We unpack the build-up, the tension, and why Rebecca Yarros knew exactly what she was doing. Plus, we finally get answers about Xaiden’s mysterious markings, Violet discovers a secret note from her dad, and somehow, through all of this, Dain still finds a way to be annoying. Buckle up—it’s a wild ride.
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55min
February 22, 2025 Ep. 7 - Fourth Wing Ch. 26 - 30: Sister Reunions, Shadowy Flirting, and Jack.
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What’s worse—realizing your dragons have more emotional intelligence than your love interest or getting third-wheeled by your sister during a crisis? Let’s get into it.
This week, we cover chapters 26–30 of Fourth Wing, where Violet gets a surprise family reunion, but of course, it’s not without chaos. We break down her emotional catch-up with Mira (finally, someone in her family who doesn’t suck), Xaiden’s “I’m not obsessed, you’re obsessed” vibes, and the sudden griffon invasion that flips the whole outpost upside down. Plus, there’s dagger-wielding drama, swoony telepathic flirting, and one very inconvenient kiss that leaves Violet both breathless and furious. Oh, and did we mention the dragons might actually be the most mature ones here?
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February 14, 2025 Ep. 6 - Fourth Wing Ch. 22-25 - Shields, Shirtless Sparring, and Dragon Drama
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What do you get when your dragon’s emotions hijack your body, your crush decides to “help,” and Jack won’t stop being the worst? A whole lot of trouble—and we’re here for it.
This week, we’re diving into chapters 22–25 of Fourth Wing, where Violet finally learns how to shield her mind (with a little help from Xaiden and his overly calm demeanour). Meanwhile, the sparring gym turns into a thirst trap, with shirtless and riders leaving everyone distracted, including me (Mariangelica). We unpack Violet’s frustration with her missing signet, Xaiden’s protective streak, and why Jack seems to exist solely to make us angry. And yes, there’s a steamy almost-moment that will leave you as frustrated as Violet herself.
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1h 9min
February 07, 2025 Ep. 5 - Fourth Wing Ch. 18-21 - Time Stops, Dane Whines, and Xaiden Finally Cares
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What do you do when time freezes, assassins invade your room, and your dragon starts giving life advice? You panic—and then you listen to this episode.
This week, we’re covering chapters 18–21 of Fourth Wing, where Violet discovers that freezing time is both a blessing and a logistical nightmare. We break down her dramatic room invasion (yes, Orin’s back and still awful), Xaden’s lethal rage and surprising tenderness, and Tairn’s grumpy-yet-lovable attempts to save her from herself. Meanwhile, Dane doubles down on being the worst, and we finally get a glimpse into dragon politics. From suffocating assassins to unexpected plot twists, this episode has it all—chaos, danger, and just a little sexual tension.
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1h 6min
January 31, 2025 Ep. 4 - Fourth Wing Ch. 14-17 - Double Dragons, Dane’s Drama, and Tairn’s Big Entrance
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What’s wilder: bonding TWO dragons or finding out your childhood best friend wouldn’t bend a single rule to save your life? Spoiler: it’s both.
This week, we cover chapters 14–17 of Fourth Wing, where Violet somehow bonds two dragons (because one isn’t chaotic enough), Tynan gets toasted, and Dane proves he’s exactly who we thought he was. We dive into Violet’s dagger-wielding showdown, Xaiden’s habit of casually bending the rules to keep her alive, and Tairn’s dramatic “I’m here to save the day” entrance. Plus, we’ve got thoughts on dragon politics, a shocking betrayal, and why Tairn might just be the grumpy dragon best friend we all need. This episode has everything: drama, dragons, and Dane being the worst.
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44min
January 24, 2025 Ep. 3 - Fourth Wing Ch. 10-13 - Daggers, Dragons, and Dane’s Endless Whining
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What do you get when you mix deadly obstacle courses, shadowy powers, and a dagger-wielding heroine? A whole lot of chaos—and we’re here for it.
This week, we’re diving into chapters 10–13 of Fourth Wing, where Violet faces the gauntlet—an obstacle course straight out of her worst nightmares. We unpack the chaos as cadets fall left and right (RIP), while Violet finds a creative way to conquer the course with a dagger and some sheer determination. Meanwhile, Dane proves once again that clinginess isn’t cute, and Xaden shows off his mysterious shadow powers with some not-so-subtle flirting. From high-stakes challenges to shady midnight meetings, this episode is packed with danger, drama, and just a little steam.
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56min
January 17, 2025 Ep. 2 - Fourth Wing Ch. 5-9 - Parapets, Power Moves, and Shady Meetings in the Dark
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What happens when your survival strategy is “don’t die,” but everyone around you seems hell-bent on testing it?

This week, we’re diving into chapters 5–9 of Fourth Wing, where the tension is as thick as a dragon’s scales. Violet’s training ramps up as she learns to navigate not just the parapet but the dangerous dynamics of the Rider's Quadrant. Jack’s murder spree has everyone on edge, Dane’s got some serious stage-five clinger energy, and let’s just say Xaden’s midnight warnings are anything but friendly. Plus, we’re breaking down Violet’s reaction to the griffin attack briefing and wondering if this whole “don’t die” strategy is enough. It’s drama, danger, and one very intense power struggle—let’s get into it!
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59min

FAQs about Pillow Talk & Paperbacks:

How many episodes does Pillow Talk & Paperbacks have?

The podcast currently has 12 episodes available.