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Starting a series is easy. Committing to another three, four… or several thousand pages? That’s another story.

In this episode of Reading Rendezvous, I’m breaking up with some of the popular book series I started but probably won’t be finishing. From When the Moon Hatched and Spark of the Everflame to Powerless, The Wolf King and Daggermouth, we’re talking annoying main characters, complicated worlds, unwanted tropes, BookTok hype and that awkward moment when you realise you simply don’t care enough to pick up book two.

Come find me on social media and tell me which popular series you started but never finished and which one somehow managed to drag you back in.

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What makes a romantasy trope swoon-worthy… and what gives us the immediate ick?

In this episode of Reading Rendezvous, we’re putting some of the biggest romance and romantasy tropes on trial. From enemies to lovers, morally grey characters and “touch her and die” to fated mates, jealousy, pet names and the infamous one-bed situation....it’s time to decide: romance or ick?

And I want to hear your verdicts too! Join me on social media and tell me which tropes you’ll defend forever, which ones give you the immediate ick, and which of my verdicts you completely disagree with. Let’s continue the debate!

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Step inside the pages of Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein in a very different kind of Reading Rendezvous.

In this immersive episode, we’re travelling from the frozen Arctic to the mountains of Geneva, Victor Frankenstein’s laboratory and the lonely world of the Creature himself. With atmospheric sound and passages from the original novel along the way, we’ll experience the story together rather than simply talk about it.

Frankenstein is so much more than the story of a scientist and the monster he creates. It’s a story about ambition, loneliness, and what can happen when the desire to push beyond our limits comes with consequences we never stopped to consider.

So get comfortable, put your headphones on, and let’s step inside one of the most famous Gothic novels ever written.

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Have you ever finished a book and thought, “I absolutely loved that… but I would not last a day there”?

In this episode of Reading Rendezvous, I’m looking at some of my favourite fictional worlds and asking one simple question: would I actually survive them?

From deadly dragon rider training in Fourth Wing and the terrifying reality of The Handmaid’s Tale, to the dangers hiding within Dracula and even the surprisingly risky halls of Hogwarts, we’re putting these famous book worlds to the test.

We’ll talk about what makes these settings so compelling to read about, why we keep coming back to them, and exactly how quickly I think I’d meet my end in each one.

So grab a cup of tea, get comfortable, and let’s see which fictional worlds are worth visiting… and which ones are best enjoyed from a safe distance.

If you enjoy the episode, don’t forget to follow the show, leave a rating or review, and come say hello on social media. Happy reading! 📚✨

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In today’s episode of Reading Rendezvous, we are diving into the world of Dramione fanfiction and the stories that completely took over my reading life and genuinely changed the way I look at fanfiction altogether.

From emotional slow burns and post-war healing to morally grey characters, devastating plot twists, and romances that somehow feel more intense than many published books, we’re talking about few of the Dramione fanfics which have become such a huge part of online reading culture.

Whether you’re already deep in the Dramione rabbit hole or just curious about why people love these stories so much, this episode is for you.

Grab a coffee, get comfortable, and prepare for emotional damage.

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In this episode of Reading Rendezvous, I’m talking about three psychological thrillers: Ask for Andrea, Dear Debbie, and Ward D.

Each book offers a different type of suspense, from emotional and unsettling storylines to fast paced twists.

If you enjoy dark, addictive books that keep you guessing, this episode is for you.

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In this episode of Reading Rendezvous, I discuss Alchemised by SenLinYu,  a dark fantasy novel exploring war, survival, morally grey characters, memory loss, and the true cost of power.

We break down the book’s structure, themes, and emotional impact, and why this story stands out from traditional fantasy. If you enjoy dark fantasy books, dystopian worlds, complex character dynamics, and immersive storytelling, this episode is for you.

Extended discussion including Manacled is available on Patreon.

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In this episode of Reading Rendezvous, I’m sharing my February reading wrap-up, which turned into a full month dedicated to romantasy.

From elite dragon rider academies and intense political worlds to emotional relationships and familiar tropes, this month was all about getting lost in new fantasy worlds. 

This February wrap-up includes my thoughts on:

• A Court of Mist and Fury

• A Court of Wings and Ruin

• Fourth Wing

• Iron Flame

• Onyx Storm

• Quicksilver

• Brimstone (DNF)

• Alchemised (re-read)

If you enjoy fantasy romance, book wrap-ups, and personal  reflections then this episode is for you.

Don’t forget to follow the podcast, leave a rating, and join the conversation and for bonus episodes and extra content, you can also support the show on Patreon. Thank you! 

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In this January reading wrap-up episode of Reading Rendezvous, I’m sharing all the books I read this month,  a mix of classics, contemporary fiction, mystery, and fantasy.

I talk about revisiting Dracula by Bram Stoker, my emotional experience reading A Little Life by Hanya Yanagihara, and why Sherlock Holmes by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle was the perfect palate cleanser after heavier reads.

I also share my thoughts on Alchemised by SenLinYu,  a fantasy novel I absolutely loved and will be covering in a full, dedicated episode soon.

Don’t forget to follow the show, leave a rating or review, and join the conversation by sharing your own January reads.

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In this episode of Reading Rendezvous, a book club podcast, I share my thoughts on Dracula by Bram Stoker, one of the most famous classic books in gothic horror.

Reading Dracula felt very different from what I expected. Rather than a fast paced vampire novel, this book unfolds slowly, building tension through atmosphere, unease, and the feeling that something is always just out of reach. 

If you enjoy books, classic literature, gothic fiction, or being part of a welcoming book club where there’s no pressure to sound like an expert, this conversation is for you.

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