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Episode 10: A Rom Com of Thorns & Roses

Welcome to episode 10, nerds! Mix up a cocktail and listen in as Whitney, Mindy and Deb discuss chapters 22-24 of "A Court of Thorns and Roses" and break down all of their favorite bookish tropes in relation to 80's and 90's rom com movies! They’ll then discuss the “She’s All That” effect and the “boys will be boys” behavior of Lucien and Tamlin, as well as the fact that Feyre legit falls asleep while Tamlin is trying to put the moves on her.

Drink up this week's "Our Nerdiest Cocktail," the "Espresso Martini". The recipe can be found at ournerdiestthing.com or instagram.com/ournerdiestthing.

Trigger Warning: rape and sexual abuse

Show Links:

See the Mads Schofield art of Rhysand that we discuss here.

Check out the crayon drawing by Eichendesign that Feyre paints of Lucien and Tamlin as pigs here.

Purchase the "The Bonds that Tie" series by J. Bree here.

Those amazing hand fandom drawings that are discussed can be found at instagram.com/mikki_art.books.

Catch up on previous episodes of the show by visiting ournerdiestthing.com or by searching for Our Nerdiest Thing wherever you listen to podcasts.

This podcast is spoiler heavy across the "A Court of Thorns and Roses" series, as well as the "Crescent City" series and "Throne of Glass" series, all written by @therealsjmaas

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Episode 9: Thank the Cauldron! Rhysand Finally Shows Up!

It’s time for episode 9, nerds! Whitney, Mindy and Debra continue their read along of "A Court of Thorns and Roses" with chapters 20-21, discussing the VERY fae nature of Calanmai, solstice celebrations that are still celebrated today, and Deb makes Whitney feel very uncomfortable about underwear. Oh, and remember that time Tamlin completes the rite and then bites Feyre? We talk all about that too.

Part of Whitney’s nerdiest thing of the week is finding her Dorothy Hamil school aged pictures, so we thought we would all show you our 1980s best. Swipe to take a look.

TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains references to rape and sexual abuse.

Drink up this week's "Our Nerdiest Cocktail," named the "Calanmai Collins". The recipe can be found in yesterday’s post.

Show Links:

Check out "The Winchesters" on the @thecwwinchesters

Purchase the "What Lies Beyond the Veil" by @harperlwoodsauthor

See the "From Blood and Ash" world map from @jennifer_l_armentrout

Check out the hilarious artwork of Azriel flying with Lucien from @lemonade_doodles

Those amazing hand fandom drawings that are discussed can be found at @mikki_art.books

Catch up on previous episodes of the show by visiting ournerdiestthing.com or by searching for Our Nerdiest Thing wherever you listen to podcasts.

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Episode 8: Starlight and Limericks

Thanks for joining us for episode 8, nerds! Whitney, Mindy and Debra continue their read along of "A Court of Thorns and Roses" with chapters 18-19. Listen in to find out more about fae fiddlers (it’s actually a thing and quite interesting) and how we think Feyre might be acting like a brat. Also, do you think the fae males wear underwear?

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BONUS: It’s Pronounced Bitch: A Review of “A Light in the Flame”

It's a holiday week in America, but instead of skipping an episode, Whitney, Deb and Mindy read "A Light in the Flame" by Jennifer Armentrout and recorded a very special bonus episode! Join in on the conversation as they share their review of the book, their favorite and least favorite twists (spoiler alert, they effing hate Veses) and some nerdy deep dives into the lore behind Gods, prophesies and the Fates.

TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains conversations around anxiety, depression, and suicide. Take care of yourself and listen with care. The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones. You are not alone.

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