***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.

There are NOT House of Flame and Shadow spoilers in this episode! But there are spoilers for all other SJM books.

In this episode, Alley and Nicole play fun games about the Maasverse, including would you rather and the fan favorite SCREW MARRY KILL! It's also now Nicole's turn to answer rapid fire questions. And as always, there are tangents, cocktails, and general gushing about our Sarah J Maas book boyfriends.

***SPOILERS FOR ALL OF SJM SERIES***

In this episode, Nicole and Alley give you a high level plot summary of A Court of Silver Flames to get you ready for the release of House of Flame and Shadow. They also discuss a few theories and talk about all the questions that they hope get answered in House of Flame and Shadow! You also know it wouldn't be a Romantasy Readers episode without a fun game, so Nicole asks Alley rapid fire questions about what she thinks is going to happen in the Maas-verse!

***SPOILERS FOR ALL SJM BOOKS!***

In this episode, Nicole and Alley give you a high level plot summary of House of Sky and Breath to get you ready for the release of House of Flame and Shadow. We also discuss potential Throne of Glass cross-overs, what might be under some of the mountains in Prythian, potential eighth court theories, and the Autumn King.

In this episode, Nicole and Alley give you a high level plot summary of House of Earth and Blood to get you ready for the release of House of Flame and Shadow. We also discuss what we know about the Princes of Hel and the Asteri, connections between Crescent City and other SJM worlds, whether Bryce and Hunt are end game, and some of the early theories we have for CC3.