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The Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsThe Narrow Road Between Desires by Patrick RothfussWe return to the Kingkiller Chronicles and Patrick Rothfuss' newest novella, The Narrow Road Between Desires, which Sam describes as "A Day in the Life of Bast." It's a slightly shorter episode for a slightly shorter book, but we theorize a lot about Fae magic, including Grammarie and Glammourie, and foreshadowing through Embrils. We also discuss The Lightning Tree, sexy fae tropes, Bast's deal-making skills, where this story falls in the Kingkiller timeline, time travel, the artwork, and, of course, we do mention some of the controversy surrounding this story.
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Instagr...2024-03-1437 minThe Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsThe Fear of Moncroix: Chapters 21-Epilogue with BryanIt's the grand finale The Fear of Moncroix, and, as promised, all was revealed (including who was hiding in plain sight)! Davion and Carneth have to put their final plans into motion to reveal the culprit in the Wayward plot and destroy evil within the vampiric court. Sam is blown away with a few twist reveals at the end. We also discuss favorite scenes and characters as well as which Intercontinent we would want to live on.
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Au...2024-01-051h 10The Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsThe Fear of Moncroix: Ch 11-15We're casting the Fear of Moncroix movie, and we've got some awesome ideas! This book would translate so well to the big screen, as we can see from the excitement, character development, and intrigue happening in these chapters. Davion and Carneth's plan to fool the vampiric court is in full swing, but it looks like Fiona might have even more devious plots up her sleeves. Sam is convinced everything in this book could be a trap!
Other topics include magic systems, movie directors, vampire hissing, and fantasy religions.
Get your copy of The Fear of...2023-12-071h 04The Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book Reviews.EXE: Chapters 20-26 with RobinIt's the Grand FINALE of .EXE by Robin Jeffrey! The Beautiful Serpent strikes again and our heroes are at rock bottom, but by the end Cadence reveals all the clues and criminals she has unearthed, and we get a surprise reaction from Dr. Merton. We also learn more about anamanecron culture, Felix's will, and Desdemona's fate. Other topics include writing beginnings and conclusions, character redemption arcs, cliff hangers, romantic endings, and werewolves!
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Audible free trial (for USA listeners) available at: a...2023-09-151h 35The Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book Reviews.EXE: Chapters 15-19 with RobinFour crimes have been committed at the Hale household and Cadence and Chance are avidly pursuing the culprit. They're able to get into Felix's room where they discover a secret docu-chip with letters from an old flame. Cadence uses her skills to acquire EO documents about Desdemona and search Dr. Merton's bag. They also dig deeply into Verity's past and dig around in the cider pot, but all this evidence seems unimportant when Minerva is added to the list of victims. Brisbois arrests Minerva's husband, Solomon, but Sam and Ana are convinced he's making a huge mistake, so they...2023-08-311h 34The Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book Reviews.EXE: Chapters 10-14 with RobinChance makes a shocking discovery about Cadence that sours his opinion of her, but he can't stay mad at her for long because he needs her help. Inspector Brisbois has accused Chance of being suspect number one and stealing his father's will, so he teams up with Cadence to investigate the crimes. They look into each house guest's motivations and Chance goes on a solo clue-finding mission that may be more useful than he initially realizes.
Other topics include: naming characters, AI, cover design, otherness and being othered, character names, maps in books, beta readers, grey characters...2023-08-241h 30The Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsMistborn: Chapters 26-27Forced to witness hundreds of skaa executions at the hands of the Lord Ruler, Kelsier and crew are recommitted to their plan to overthrow the Final Empire. They decide to fan the flames of the house war to aid their efforts, and Kelsier and Vin meet with Marsh to collect a Ministry secret that could be the linchpin of their plan. Vin also learns about the ninth metal and more about Feruchemy, and Ana makes an interesting prediction!
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Audible free trial (for...2023-08-1749 minThe Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book Reviews.EXE: Chapters 5-9 with RobinWe dive back into the murder mystery realm of .EXE, where this week we discuss not one, but two crimes committed in the Hale household! The game is afoot, as they say, as our characters are confronted with politics at the dinner table, a fight between father and son, a cursed necklace, and a will. We also discuss character flaws, AI, red herrings, writing dialogue, and a French policeman.
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--2023-08-101h 22The Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book Reviews.EXE: Chapters 1-4 with RobinJoin us in our first ever foray into the murder mystery genre! .EXE is a science fiction murder mystery by Robin Jeffries, who joins us to discuss her book. In this first episode, we dive into a complicated web of characters and all their flaws and faults. We meet Chance, our roguish narrator, Cadence, our mysterious detective, Felix, Chance's overbearing father, Desdemona, Felix's girlfriend, and all the other high society members of Chance's world.
Check back for more episodes covering this adventurous, humorous, whodunit as Sam and Ana put their sleuthing skills to the test.
2023-08-0359 minThe Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsFantasy Chat: Our 100th EpisodeIt's our 100th episode!
To celebrate, we're doing an unscripted chat on ALL things fantasy and you get to know your hosts a bit better!
Topics include: Magic Systems, The Alchemist, Library Card Power, Eragon, Scholastic Book Fairs, Harry Potter, Romance in Fantasy, Summer Camp, an Atlas Six Review, Movies versus Books, Resident Evil, Politics & Characters in Fantasy, Imagination, Doors of Stone, Animation, Blood of Zeus, and Audiobooks.
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Audible free trial (for USA listeners) available...2023-07-2053 minThe Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsMistborn: Chapters 24-25After an enjoyable evening hanging with the crew, Vin, Kelsier, and the friends go into crisis mode as they discover that Yeden has taken the army out to one of the garrisons. Vin discovers the ins and outs of pewter burning with Ham and then puts it to the test by running for 16 hours with Kelsier to the rebels' caves.
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W...2023-07-0652 minThe Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsMistborn: Chapters 22-23Join us fantastic listeners, as we continue our journey through the first installment of the fantasy trilogy: Mistborn. This week our chapters take a break from the action to delve into character backstories, the philosophies and politics of the world, and a new magic system. Vin learns about her fellow crew-mates' personal lives, confronts Elend about some hard truths, and finally gets back to practicing Allomancy after her long hiatus.
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2023-06-231h 02The Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsMistborn: Chapters 20-21We are closing in on the halfway point the first installment of Brandon Sanderson's fantasy trilogy, Mistborn!
Vin is increasing her skill set as she meets with Marsh to learn more about the allomantic art of burning bronze. Kelsier, on the other hand, is leaning more into his ego and haughty persona to rally his troops. He gets a bit carried away and we talk about what a dangerous game he's playing, but thankfully we see that, as he always says, "there's always another secret."
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This week we get one chapter from Vin's perspective as she attends another ball and one chapter from Kelsier's perspective as he gathers some intel from informants. Vin attends her second ball, only to be pestered by Elend Venture and his enormous stack of books. She turns her luck around and gets asked to dance by several young gentlemen, but then unfortunately gets drawn into the plans of Lady Shan Elariel. Kelsier continues his antagonizing of the nobility by leaving a certain "present" in the Tekial...2023-05-271h 03The Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsMistborn: Chapters 16-17Vin wakes from her injury and is rearing to go with getting back to both Allomancy and helping with Kelsier's plans. Unfortunately, she has to sit quietly and play the role of Lady Valette at the Renoux mansion, waiting for all the crewmembers to come to her. There is a lot of interpersonal development that we had a great time analyzing, discussing, and making predictions about. Other topics include casting Mistborn as a movie, Breeze's secret identity, and romance plots.
Be sure to check out our social media pages @fantasticbookspod and our website Fantastic Boo...2023-05-111h 13The Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsAuthor Interview: Aaron N. HallThis week we had the amazing opportunity to nerd out and become instant best friends with the author of "I'm Sorry Here's a Plasma Rifle," Aaron N Hall. We talked about how he twists tropes and builds plots to create hilarious and insightful science fiction worlds, characters, and narratives, but we also got deep and discussed his poetry, inspirations, relationships, the future, and some pretty impossible recipes! Outside of "I'm Sorry Here's A Plasma Rifle, Aaron has also published a fantasy trilogy, The W3vlian Chronicles, and a superhero novel, My Name is Hammerfist, which we also got a...2023-05-041h 09The Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsMistborn: Chapters 14-15Vin and Kelsier risk a daring break into Kredik Shaw, only to be thwarted by a pack of Steel Inquisitors. They barely manage to escape with their lives, and it's really only thanks to Sazed that Vin is alive. Despite not finding the atium, they do get a glimpse of a secret room in the palace and manage to unintentionally steal a book that is filled with the Hero of Age's diary entries. These two chapters are Brandon Sanderson's favorite chapters of the book, and we have to agree!
Tune in next week for...2023-04-2055 minThe Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsI'm Sorry Here's a Plasma Rifle - Part 3This week we tried our hand reading and analyzing poetry! We had a wonderful time discussing Aaron's poems and pastry recipes, even if the recipes ended up being impossible to create, and getting into topics like lost love, pets, the end of humanity, and wizards. Like the short stories, this selection of poetry continued to surprise and delight us as we finished off the book. Other topics include The Simpson's Movie, chanting, and chapped lips.
You can find all of Aaron Hall's works here: Aaron N. Hall | Author & Creator (aaronnhall.com) Be sure to check out our so...2023-04-1332 minThe Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsMistborn: Chapters 12-13
Kelsier and friends go from waging a house war to visiting a great house for Vin's first ball! She is in awe of the splendor that House Venture has to offer and even meets the heir to the house, Elend Venture. Although Vin doesn't know it yet, we can see the seeds of love growing between her and Elend already. After her fun evening, Vin sneaks out and follows Kelsier back to Luthadel via the allomantic highway. She finally gets a taste of Atium before she and Kelsier sneak into Kredik Shaw to see what the Lord Ruler has...2023-04-0656 minThe Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsI'm Sorry Here's a Plasma Rifle - Part 2
We continue coverage of the amazing short stories written by the hilarious Aaron N. Hall. In them, we encounter holy warriors, giant spiders, ramen noodles, books, desert towns, a spilled coffee, and hot dogs, bringing us to thought-provoking conversations about heroism, justice, judging a book by its cover, and the vanquishing of evil.
You can find all of Aaron Hall's works here: Aaron N. Hall | Author & Creator (aaronnhall.com)
Be sure to check out our social media pages @fantasticbookspod and our website Fantastic Books and How to Read Them Podcast (fantasticbookspod.com) which has more book reviews, reco...2023-03-3042 minThe Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsMistborn: Chapters 10-11Vin learns the subtle and secret art of soothing under the tutelage of Breeze. Kelsier riles up some recruits, and we find out the fate of Camon's crew. Things are progressing for "Kelsier and Friends" but not quickly enough....
Tune in next week for I'm Sorry Here's a Plasma Rifle by Aaron N. Hall.
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The Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsI'm Sorry Here's a Plasma Rifle - Part 1Welcome to the wild and wacky sci-fi world of the "late" Aaron Hall, whose book has been sent back in time to us from the year 2124.
"I'm Sorry, Here's a Plasma Rifle," is a collection of short stories, poems, and pastry recipes and in this first episode, we cover the first three short stories. In them, we encounter space squids, decoy monkeys, personified books, mind traps, an all-powerful phone, and tater-tot casserole, as well as deep questions about the human mind, reality versus memory, and the destruction of the world.
Be sure to check out ou...2023-03-1637 minThe Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsFantasy Chat: The Call of CthulhuOur little baby podcast has turned 3 - and it's not so little anymore, thanks to all of our amazing listener support!
In commemoration, we've decided to check out a story that takes place right near our home: H.P. Lovecraft's "The Call of Cthulhu." We are joined by Ana's sister Atlas, resident Lovecraft fan, as we embark on a journey of monstrous proportions, deep cosmic horror, and ugly architecture.
Be sure to check out our social media pages to see us visiting some of the Lovecraftian places around our hometown of Providence, RI!
2023-03-151h 00The Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsMistborn: Chapters 8-9We get to see the results of Vin's leap of faith, both over the wall and into Kelsier's world. Now her bigger challenge arises as she has to battle with only her wits and charm as she enters the world of the nobility. We also discuss character growth, Mistwraiths, the religions of the Cosmere, and our favorite character, Sazed.
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Published...2023-03-0948 minThe Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsMistborn: Chapters 6-7It's planning time for Kelsier and friends as they meet in their new hideout to discuss their plot to overthrow the Final Empire. As Kelsier said, they're men who know how to take a job and break it down into manageable steps, so everyone gets a task and they set their plans in motion. Vin also gets her Mistcloak, her first taste of true Allomancy, and instructions to jump over a wall.
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The Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsMistborn: Chapters 4-5Kelsier has been hired for a job that's bigger and better than any has ever had, so he decides it's time to get the band back together. With three new faces, they make an interesting and dynamic crew, but we're not sure it'll be enough to tackle overthrowing the Final Empire. Kelsier also decides it's time to get some more Atium and show off his new Mistborn prowess.
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The Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsMistborn: Chapters 1-3Season three is upon us!
Sam and Ana take their first steps into the world of Mistborn, where they learn about Allomancy, the Lord Ruler, and a young girl named Vin. They also meet Kelsier, who burns down a manor, takes on a Steel Inquisitor, and changes Vin's life forever.
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The Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsPerilous Star: Chapters 26-Epilogue with AtlasAna, Atlas, and Sam bring the energy this week to talk (and shout) about the twists and turns at the end of Perilous Star! Kaeli faces both her past and her future this week and is in for some adventures, betrayals, and utter shocks. Join us to find out how this excellent start to the Western Zodiac Trilogy concludes and which of the predictions were right or wrong.
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The Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsPerilous Star: Chapters 21-25It's the penultimate episode of Perilious Star, and things are heating up for the recruits. Kaeli this week learns how to enter her celestial state, discovers a plot by Scorpio and Capricorn, defeats shadow snakes, and has time for a little earth vacation. She and her friends are put to the test against a monstrous bug, but will the real enemy be one of the other recruits? We make our predictions for next week's grand finale, which include a showdown with Trent and a bit of inspection on the developing love triangle.
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The Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsAuthor Interview: Cristina Mirzoi (The Headsman)Happy holiday, listeners!
We're rounding out the end of the year with an interview with the lovely Cristin Mirzoi, author of the short story, The Headsman. We chat writing inspirations, breaking character stereotypes, and themes of justice and righteousness in society.
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Se...2022-12-2648 minThe Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsPerilous Star: Chapters 17-20 with AtlasKaeli goes on so many adventures this week, from big bug hunting with Pyronius, to an escape room, to befriending the Yantari, she is making the most of her time in the Celestial Realm. She also pushes through her traumatic experiences in Scorpio's class, only to have this make her love triangle with Lukka and Niko more complicated. On top of learning and enjoying the companionship of her fellow recruits, she continues to investigate the shadow snakes, Ophiuchus, and get council from Elethia in the Room of Records.
Please support Alyssa Markins by purchasing h...2022-12-1557 minThe Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsPerilous Star: Chapters 15-16 with AtlasIt's a bit of a shorter set of chapters this week, but they pack a punch! Kaeli, Lukka, and Joseph begin their research in the library with some unexpected results, and Kaeli goes to Scorpio's class only to discover more unexpected things about herself and her own past. Listen along to find out more about Kaeli's discoveries and hear our predictions of where this adventure is heading!
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Be sure to check out our social media pages @fantasticbookspod and our website Fantastic Books and How to Read The...2022-12-0841 minThe Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsPerilous Star: Chapters 12-14 with AtlasThe stakes are rising higher and higher for our zodiac recruits as they begin their group training, which entails some extreme elemental fighting. Kaeli makes a recovery and a major discovery, and Trent does some training of his own, as the two siblings are fated to go head-to-head.
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Published by Goldenrise Media....2022-12-0155 minThe Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsPerilous Star: Chapters 9-11Kaeli takes it all in as she experiences her first few days in the Celestial Realm, seeing breathtaking landscapes, meeting magical creatures, and participating an otherworldly food fight. She also begins her training, meets the other recruits, and, most ominously, confronts another shadow snake. We also chat about the logistics of teleportation, love triangles, magical music, and wonder what's up with Gemini.
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Published by Golde...2022-11-1754 minThe Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsPerilous Star: Chapters 6-8 with AtlasWe're back in the Western Zodiac Trilogy and again joined by Atlas to discuss all things astrology. This week we follow Kaeli as she makes her first foray into the Celestial Realm, meeting a host of new and intriguing characters as well as brushing up against unforeseen dangers. She and Lukka become fast friends while Leo and Aries struggle to gain allies in their efforts against Ophiuchus, who also has gained a potential minion this episode. With all off this happening, we scream out so many predictions, it's hard to keep track!
Be sure...2022-11-101h 11The Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsFantasy Chat: A Kingkiller Chronicle DebriefWe are joined by Elliot and Jackie this week for a full wrap-up and debrief session of The Name of the Wind and Wise Man's Fear. As always, we discuss fan theories, predictions for Doors of Stone, favorite characters, favorite scenes, and all things Kingkiller Chronicles.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fantasticbooks/m2022-11-031h 10The Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsPerilous Star: Chapters 1-5 with AtlasAna is joined by her sister Atlas this week to introduce you all to the first book in Alyssa Markins' Western Zodiac Trilogy, a story where Zodiacs are real beings and our main hero, Kaeli, is on her way to becoming one herself. We discuss the zodiac signs and their personality traits (skip ahead if you're into astrology), meet Kaeli and another zodiac recruit, Lukka, as the two encounter the zodiacs Leo and Aries and their destinies change forever. We also get a glimpse of the villain and his evil forces and ponder the large, cosmic conflict that is...2022-10-271h 29The Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsFantasy Chat: A History of Temerant (Kingkiller Chronicles)The long wait is over! We are covering the history of Temerant, the world of the Kingkiller Chronicles. We discuss major historical events as well as our usual myriad of theories that go along with Kvothe's story.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fantasticbooks/message2022-10-2036 minThe Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsThe Headsman: Part 2Two episodes feels like too few as we say goodbye to the wonderfully written world of The Headsman this week. We cover the final chapters and meet the remaining characters (who we may have met already) and uncover all their debauchery, duplicity, and deceit. We also loved the ending and have a lot to say about the epilogue, so grab a blanket or a fancy old smoking jacket and settle in for these sinister short stories just in time for Halloween.
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Be sure to c...2022-10-1349 minThe Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsThe Headsman: Part 1This week we enter spooky season with a dive into the first half of Cristina Mîrzoi's collection of short stories, The Headsman. We are introduced to a small, rural, gothic-esque town where everybody is more than they seem and there are murders afoot. We take a look at all the characters and potential suspects as well as give you a few examples of her excellent writing style.
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Be sure to check out our social media pages @fantasticbookspod and our website Fantastic...2022-09-2829 minThe Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsThe Treasure of LorRev: Chapter 21 - EpilogueWe've reached the conclusion of The Treasure of Lor-Rev and it packs a punch! We get into the final boss battle and the epic demise of Damon at the hands of our heroes; we also get sidetracked by other nerdy book/fantasy stuff, including Pillars of the Earth, Game of Thrones, Star Wars, South Park, Fast and Furious, Blood of Zeus, and Harry Potter, so it may be our biggest fantasy fan episode yet. We had a wonderful time with Bryan, discussing his work as well as getting great insight into self-publishing, book art, and his writing process.
2022-09-151h 19The Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsThe Wise Man's Fear: Chapters 149 - EpilogueWe have reached the final chapters covering The Wise Man's Fear. There's no better way to finish such an amazing story than with more deep dive analyses, predictions for Doors of Stone, and an outpour of love for one of our favorite stories of all time. Come join us in a proper send off to the Kingkiller Chronicles book two!
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Audible free trial (for US...2022-08-3156 minThe Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsThe Treasure of Lor-Rev: Chapters 17-20Our heroes are falling behind in this cybernetic scavenger hunt as they try to turn the tide in the battle against Daemon. Unfortunately for them, Daemon gets to Danikan, steals the encryptor key, and almost pushes Kanna off a 3-level highway. Fortunately for our heroes, Nathan has a dramatic confrontation with his father that we predict will cause a change of heart, Gerald gives them an essential clue, and Kanna and Jared get romantic.
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Be sure to check out our social media pages @fantasticbookspod and our websit...2022-08-2458 minThe Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsThe Wise Man's Fear: Chapters 146-148It's our PENULTIMATE episode! (We're sad about it, too). In these chapters, Kvothe tries to change his karma by going back to Tarbean, making his rounds and visiting some old haunts to repay kindnesses he received as a boy. We also get a lovely display of naming as Kvothe speaks his 7 beautiful words to Denna. Unfortunately, not all is well for Kvothe and he also experiences both failures at school and, more poignantly, failures of the heart between himself and Denna.
Be sure to check out our social media pages @fantasticbookspod and our website Fantastic Books and...2022-08-1853 minThe Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsThe Treasure of Lor-Rev: Chapters 13-16We're halfway through and we've got the chase scene to prove it! In this episode, our heroes travel to an amazing floating pyramid and recover the first Merge, the next piece of the puzzle that will lead them to the diffusor sphere. As always, Nathan and his crony (or meat shield, as Sam called him) are hot on their tails and the characters enter into an action-packed and gravity-defying chase through the desert and abandoned resorts of the Outskirts.
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Be sure to check out our socia...2022-08-111h 04The Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsThe Wise Man's Fear: Chapters 141-145It's the THIRD TO LAST, or as Ana calls it, penultimate-ultimate episode of the Wise Man's Fear. We join Kvothe on his triumphant journey home as he reunites with his friends, cashes in on some big payouts, and finally gains some of Elodin's respect. He also re-enrolls in the University, much to Hemme's displeasure, learns what it is to be a real artificier, and what home feels like.
Be sure to check out our social media pages @fantasticbookspod and our website Fantastic Books and How to Read Them Podcast (fantasticbookspod.com) which has more book reviews, reco...2022-08-0351 minThe Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsThe Treasure of Lor-Rev: Chapters 8-12The treasure hunt is afoot for both our heroes and villains this week! Kanna, Gillman and Jared have formed a tentative alliance to locate the Merge, leading them to a man named Sanzo, who Sam and Ana wholeheartedly do not trust. Meanwhile, Daemon is growing his collective through coercion and force and has his lackey, Nathan, hot on their trail. We also discuss the casting of the Lor-Rev movie, make a few movie recommendations of our own, accidentally create a new character due to autocorrect, and decide that Nathan is caught in a pyramid scheme.
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The Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsThe Treasure of Lor-Rev: Chapters 1-7Welcome to another installment in the Intercontinent series! As part of our first foray into the futuristic world or Lor-rev we discuss the characters, world building and tech with the author himself, Bryan Asher. We get a great idea of how lawless of a land it is as well as a behind-the-scenes look at the inspirations that Bryan drew upon to create the world. By the end, Ana is a sci-fi convert, Bryan explains LINUX, Indiana Jones, and motherboards, reveals his dream job, and Ana spoils the plot of Incredibles 2.
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The Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsThe Wise Man's Fear: Chapters 137-140Kvothe makes his way back to Severen. We get some questions and mysteries surrounding the Amyr and Lackless box. Kvothe also has some revelations of his own with his Edema Ruh blood as well as his subsequent departure back to the university.
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Send in a voice message...2022-06-291h 09The Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsThe Wise Man's Fear: Chapters 134-136Kvothe helps return Krin and Ellie to their rightful homes in Levenshir, only to have to explain himself over and over to the townsfolk and break someone's arm over the whole affair. We also have some excellent listener mail, regale some of our own horrible travel stories, discuss the nature of Folly, and dissect the line: "I almost forgot who I was for a second there."
We leave you with the thought whether Kvothe is a Lackless trapped in the Waystone Inn like the glass trapped in the Locelos Box.
Be sure to check out o...2022-06-081h 19The Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsThe Wise Man's Fear: Chapters 128-133 with JackieKvothe turns dark as he encounters his first people after leaving Ademre: the false Edema Ruh troupe. We call him judge, jury, and executioner as he takes matters into his own hands (earlier than you might realize) and plays Amyr for the night to bring justice to his slain family. We also do a deep dive into the names of the Chandrian and their signs since he hears the story of the Rhinta before he leaves Haert.
Be sure to check out our social media pages @fantasticbookspod and our website Fantastic Books and How to Read...2022-05-261h 51The Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsThe Wise Man's Fear: Chapters 124-127Kvothe, who is now a full member of the shcool, is almost out of Ademre. In this episode we discuss how he gains an old sword, his new name, and his stone ranking, but deepens his rift with Carceret. He also gets closer and closer to finding out new answers about the Chandrian...or should we say Rhinta? Other topics include the location of the final boss battle, the sex lives of the Adem, and who can forget man mothers?!
Be sure to check out our social media pages @fantasticbookspod and our website Fantastic Books and How to Read...2022-05-161h 09The Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsThe Wise Man's Fear: Chapters 118-123Kvothe is in hot water this week as he faces public shaming from Vashet because his fighting skills are progressing slowly and his understanding of the Lethani and the purpose of his lessons is progressing even slower. He tries to take matters into his own hands by doing at least two taboo things: playing music in Adem and making a mommet. His back is against the wall but by the end of the episode he's already taking his sword tree test to enter the school.
Vote in the poll below to tell us what you'd have chosen f...2022-04-271h 00The Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsThe Wise Man's Fear: Chapters 114-117We're back! We rejoin Kvothe in his adventures in Haert as he learns he has to train his way to freedom to help Tempi, return to the Maer, and save his precious fingers. He also hears two Adem stories, which may or may not have nuggets of truth in them, fights a child, gets romantic with Vashet, and compliments Shehyn's little hat. Other topics include "barbaric," the origins of the Adem reds, and wiping with bread.
Be sure to check out our social media pages @fantasticbookspod and our website Fantastic Books and How to Read Them Podcast (fantasticbookspo...2022-04-171h 16The Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsThe Assassin of Malcoze: Chapters 25-28It's the grand finale of the Assassin of Malcoze and, as promised, all was revealed. All our characters meet in the ansepole arena and chaos ensues as Scoria's assassination plot begins. Taurong is forced to use his powers to save an unexpected member of the party, Analia comes through with some stellar enchanting at the eleventh hour, and a surprise character is revealed!
Be on the lookout for another upcoming miniseries covering the second book in the Intercontinents, The Treasure of Lor-Rev.
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Be sure t...2022-03-281h 38The Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsThe Assassin of Malcoze: Chapters 19-24It's the penultimate episode of the Assassin of Malcoze and it is JAM PACKED! We get so many amazing battles and action sequences with our characters this week as we race towards the conclusion. Analia is continuing to struggle with her future, Taurong and Matthew are thrown into an unexpected battle, and Scoria edges closer and closer towards his goal of destabilizing Malcoze.
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Be sure to check out our social media pages @fantasticbookspod and our website Fantastic Books and How to Read Them Podcast (fantasticbookspod.com) which has more book review...2022-03-211h 00The Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsThe Assassin of Malcoze: Chapters 14-18We're in the thick of things for our characters this week. Both Taurong and Analia, our younger characters, face decisions about sharing their secrets with their families, Auros and Barret hit rock bottom but also find a tantalizing clue, and Scoria's master plans are revealed! As usual, we're joined by the Author himself, Bryan Asher.
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Pu...2022-03-1457 minThe Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsThe Wise Man's Fear: Chapters 111-113Kvothe's previous conversation with Sheyn rewards him with an entrance into Haert, but he's not not even close to escaping danger. He has a rocky start meeting his teacher Vashet, but after some quick wits, nerves of steel, and a big gamble, things smooth out with her. Now Kvothe training begins in earnest! He has to find out if he can prove himself to the rest of the Adem and earn their acceptance or suffer for his knowledge of their most secret and sacred arts. Other topics include the whipping stick, Kvothe's slick burn, his discovery of music as a...2022-03-1051 minThe Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsThe Assassin of Malcoze: Chapters 9-13In this action-packed second episode we follow along with our four main characters as they face trials and tribulations. Auros and Barrett suffer a loss of plans after making it to Franco's manor just to see it burning; Analia comes to a crossroads after a secret new opportunity presents itself; Taurong has to look to the past to determine his future with his newfound Aura ability, and Scoria's plans reveal themselves to be as ruthless as ever.
This episode contains spoilers for the book.
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The Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsThe Assassin of Malcoze: Chapters 1-8Our second miniseries covers the first book in the Intercontinent Series by Bryan Asher, The Assassin of Malcoze. We are introduced to a series of amazing and unique characters, such as Auros, a mercenary, Analia, a princess who is talented at Enchanting, Taurong, who is training to become a member of the Rincoyle elite military but who also has special powers of Aura, and Scoria Kith, the assassin who will bring all our characters together. We are joined weekly by the author himself to discuss his world and storytelling!
Check out Bryan Asher's website...2022-02-281h 10The Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsThe Wise Man's Fear: Chapters 107-110Kvothe makes his fabulous, triumphant return from the Fae only to start out on another journey to Haert with Tempi. On the way Kvothe gets put through the most intense training of his young life. We discuss his choice to take the Maer's coins, Shehyn's test of character, and Kvothe's wordiness.
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Be sure to check out our social media pages @fantasticbookspod and our website Fantastic Books and How to Read...2022-02-241h 11The Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsThe Wise Man's Fear: Chapters 104-106With a bit of a shorter episode this week, Kvothe is in the crucible, aka he is in the presence of the Cthaeh. We cover his pivotal encounter and the end of his stint in the Fae, plus the finalization of his Shaed.
The previous episode (The Wise Man's Fear: Chapters 99-103) appears out of order but can be found here: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/XiPfpZsTFzb
Check out these links for some interesting fan theories on the Cthaeh:
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https://www.youtube.com/watch...2022-02-1035 minThe Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsWinterset Hollow: Part 5The end of Winterset Hollow is here and it is fantastic! We discuss Eamon's return to Addington Isle, some absolutely shocking revelations, and epic action sequences. Join us in the final episode of our first miniseries to follow Eamon's journey of self-discovery and his reconciliation at all he discovers.
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*These episodes contain spoilers for the book*
Be sure to check out our social media pages @fantasticbookspod and our website Fantastic Books and How to Read...2022-01-1056 minThe Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsWinterset Hollow: Part 4It's the penultimate episode of Winterset Hollow and the action and intensity come to such a peak that we can't wait to see how the books wraps up! The hunt continues and the secrets of Addington Isle are revealing themselves to our heroes. Listen along to find out what becomes of Eamon, Mark, and Carloline as they fight their way through Barley Day and what they discover along the way.
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2022-01-051h 11The Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsWinterset Hollow: Part 3The energy, tension, and action are high this week as we find that dark side of Barley Day traditions are in full swing. Eamon and his friends find themselves the prey in an island-wide foxhunt, hunted by the very book characters they love so much.
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Be sure to check out our social media pages @fantasticbookspod and our website Fantastic Books and How to Read Them Podcast (fantasticbookspod.com) which has more...2021-12-201h 05The Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsThe Wise Man's Fear: Chapters 86-92This week we explore some lore and the story of how Iax stole the moon. We also come to the dramatic conclusion of Kvothe's encounter with the bandits! This episode is so packed with adventure, need we say more?
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fantasticbooks/message2021-12-091h 21The Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsWinterset Hollow: Part 1Our debut miniseries features this new dark fantasy novel by Jonathan Edward Durham! This week we delve into part one of this fantastic, beautifully written story. We follow John Eamon, a young man with a big chip on his shoulder, on his seemingly-innocuous trip to visit the home of his favorite book's author. Things are pretty quickly turned upside down as Eamon and his two friends, Mark and Caroline, start to explore forbidden areas of the author's estate, but you'll have to listen to this episode to discover what sorts of oddities they encounter.
Please support the a...2021-12-0637 minThe Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsThe Wise Man's Fear: Chapters 77-85In this set of chapters, our group of misfits embark on their mission, entering the Eld and starting their search for the bandits. Kvothe makes some minor breakthroughs with Tempi and the Ademic language, while Martin teaches the group about tracking. We also get some interesting campfire stories, including a particular favorite of Ana & Sam's, the boy with the golden bellybutton. We also muse over why the Maer sent Kvothe out to this isolated land and whether or not Kvothe and Tarborlin are connected.
Be sure to check out our social media pages @fantasticbookspod and our website...2021-11-261h 09The Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsThe Wise Man's Fear: Chapters 73-76 with ElliotElliot joins us as a guest again this week as we discuss what we call "the beginning of the end," or Kvothe and Denna's fall out. Kvothe also begins his journey with his new crew looking for the bandits. Other topics include our favorite passages, a DnD cast, if Tinue is real, gossip about Ambrose's sister, grass rings, and Kvothe's transformation from boy to man.
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Audibl...2021-11-1254 minThe Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsThe Wise Man's Fear: Chapters 68-72In this set of chapters we cover the "idyllic time" Kvothe spends with Denna before their big fight. They enjoy each other's company exploring Severen, sneaking into the Maer's garden, and discussing music...when Denna is actually around. We also discuss her disappearance, the gram Kvothe makes for the Maer, who Denna's patron is, and the thrice locked box. Be sure to answer our listener poll about which character you'd like to be!
Be sure to check out our social media pages @fantasticbookspod and our website Fantastic Books and How to Read Them Podcast (fantasticbookspod.com) which ha...2021-10-281h 15The Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsThe Wise Man's Fear: Chapters 60-67 | Part 2This is part two of a longer episode covering the tense time Kvothe has during his confrontation with Caudicus and the Maer's poisoning. In this second part we (again) discuss Kvothe's need for tact, the full outcome of the poisoning attempt, a few fan theories about Denna's patron, whether or not Stapes is good, and end with Kvothe's meeting Meluan Lackless.
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Be sure to check out our social media pages @fantasticbookspod and our website Fantastic Books and How to Read Them Podcast (fantasticbookspod.com) which has more book review...2021-10-151h 12The Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsThe Wise Man's Fear: Chapters 60-67 | Part 1This is part one of a longer episode (part two coming tomorrow!) covering the tense time Kvothe has during his confrontation with Caudicus and the Maer's poisoning. In this first part we discuss Kvothe's need for tact, his ongoing frustrations with Denna, and a few fan theories about Caudicus' motivations, plus how gross cod liver oil is!
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Audible free trial (for USA listeners) available...2021-10-1436 minThe Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsThe Wise Man's Fear: Chapters 53-59At last we are in Vintas! After losing almost all his possessions in a shipwreck, Kvothe is forced to make some tough decisions and use his cunning to make his way into Maer Alveron's grand estate. Once there, he enters an entirely new world with rules and customs that he must learn and adapt to quickly in order to stay the in Maer's good graces. Will the court politics prove to much for our favorite adventurer? Will Kvothe rise to the challenge and gain the Maer as a patron and ally in his quest to find the Chandrian and...2021-09-301h 14The Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsThe Wise Man's Fear: Chapters 46-52Ana attempts a solo episode this week covering the last bit of Kvothe's time in Imre and Beleny (i.e. The University) before heading off to Vintas. She also covers two things that Kvothe himself doesn't want to talk about too much: his trial and his travels. Keep posted to see when the next episode will be - we are getting married next week and will be on our honeymoon by the time the next episode airs.
Be sure to check out our social media pages @fantasticbookspod and our website Fantastic Books and How to Read Them Podcast...2021-09-0356 minThe Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsThe Wise Man's Fear: Chapters 40-45We're fondly calling this episode the classic 80's montage because Kvothe and his crew do so many awesome things in these chapters! He reveals his special artificery project, makes amends with an old friend, sees a classmate master a bit of Naming, meets a quirky old man, gets a letter from his lady love.....and goes to jail?! On second thought we might consider these chapters to be a dense set of side quests because so many projects get finished (and he does get rewarded!) yet so many new things happen to Kvothe. As always, he's getting simultaneously closer...2021-07-2858 minThe Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsThe Wise Man's Fear: Chapters 34-39Kvothe's good luck streak continues as this episode opens with him getting back Denna's ring and continues with him receiving a special gift from the hooded girl who has been lurking around the Fishery. He has many a good time with Will and Simmon to boot, including a drunken story session at a Greystone. The more answers and clues Kvothe seems to get in these chapters just open up more questions for Ana and Sam. Other topics include the meaning of the universe, tongue twisters, the phases of the moon, and ...is "Wisconsin the Fae realm?"!
2021-07-1559 minThe Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsThe Wise Man's Fear: Chapters 32-33Heist! Heist! Heist!
In this episode, two of Kvothe's masterful plans finally come to fruition and the taste of victory is oh so sweet! He successfully crafts his gram and, to the horror of his friends (especially Sim), makes them test out its strength by performing malfeasance against him. He also pulls of the greatest heist in history while breaking into Ambrose's rooms...again. This time he enlists a little more help and with the whole gang's efforts he manages to enact revenge on Ambrose, destroy the source of malfeasance, get some money, find the receipt for Denna's...2021-07-0252 minThe Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsThe Wise Man's Fear: Chapters 27-31We're back, baby! This week, after a hiatus caused by us moving, we're back and ready for action! We follow Kvothe into his steepest decline of "tough times" as he continues to deal with malfeasance, the loss of his winning streak in Advanced Sympathy, and...the horrible loss of his lute. Thankfully, we go far enough into these chapters to witness the changing of his luck and the turning of the tides, as he has an amazing experience with Denna and starts to make some headway with his gram and a myriad of other plans.
B...2021-06-2958 minThe Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsThe Wise Man's Fear: Chapters 25-26We psyched ourselves out this week thinking we could cover 6 chapters when in reality we went so deeply into the first two that we cut the episode there. Each chapter follows Kvothe on his "errands" - one with Sleat and one with Devi, and neither go particularly well, although one is significantly worse than the other. We're still in the thick of his tough times by the end of this episode and things are looking worse and worse for our hero. (It's also our last episode in our original studio!)
Be sure to check out...2021-05-1850 minThe Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsThe Wise Man's Fear: Chapters 18-24We're back to our regularly scheduled content and it's a big episode in terms of plot! Kvothe learns some secrets, shares some secrets, gets hurt, hurts himself, and manages to get Ambrose as well as someone performing malfeasance against him.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcast...2021-05-051h 46The Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsThe Wise Man's Fear: Chapters 11-17In this episode, Kvothe finally gets two things he's wanted for a LONG time: Access to the Archives and Elodin's attention, so we've got a lot to unpack, especially because neither turns out quite to be what Kvothe expected. He's put to the test finding books for his naming class just to discover that it was a waste of his time, chagrined to find anything useful written on the Chandrian, and rebuked by Kilvin for potentially selling charms. AND to top it all off, Kvothe witnesses the unthinkable: Denna and Ambrose together out on a date.
Keep y...2021-03-291h 17The Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsThe Wise Man's Fear: Chapters 6-10In a slightly more last-minute episode than usual, we follow Kvothe as he endures a rough start to his semester at the University. We're not talking the usual strain of the admissions interview either. Kvothe gets plum-bobbed, has an emotional breakdown, is tricked into burning Master Hemme's robes, and makes yet another deal with Devi. Along the way he also has an amazing performance at the Eolian featuring Bell Weather and Tintantatornin (or however you say it!), gets to drink decadent chocolate with Denna, and helps old Anker out with his iceless. We also manage to chat about hot...2021-03-181h 14The Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsThe Wise Man's Fear: Chapters 1-5We are a little late posting the start to Season 2, which covers Patrick Rothfuss' The Wise Man's Fear, but we make up for our tardiness with a very lengthy discussion to the start of the 2nd book in the Kingkiller Chronicles. We chat about Bast, Chronicler, Kvothe and the host of townsfolk at the Waystone Inn as well as delving back into Kvothe's past and analyzing our old favorites like Williem, Threpe, Simmon, and Denna (although she's not Ana's "favorite"). Kvothe picks up where The Name of the Wind left off, so get ready to join us on an...2021-03-041h 27The Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsFantasy Chat: Harry Potter Fan TheoriesAna identifies herself as a major potterhead so this week we delve into her fantasy roots to discuss Harry Potter - specifically things that fans theorized and we bet most of you have never thought of before. We get deep into the weeds to ask questions like, Is Hagrid a Death Eater? How are horcruxes made? Why were the Dursleys so mean? and How did Voldemort get his baby body? plus much more! Additionally, we discuss some of our favorite parts of the series, our disappointments in the movies, and how much we love Neville.
B...2021-02-151h 05The Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsThe Name of the Wind: Chapter 88-Epilogue with ElliotIt's the last episode of Season One! We are joined by Sam's twin brother, Elliot, to discuss the end of the first book in The Kingkiller Chronicles and we go deep into our feelings about how much we love the series, Kvothe's transformation into Kote and, of course, Denna. In these chapters, Kote is visited by a mysterious mercenary, Shep dies, and Bast reveals his true intentions. It's a wrap on the book and we can't wait to see what The Wise Man's fear has in store for us.
Be sure to...2021-01-181h 23The Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsThe Name of the Wind: Chapters 84-87 with NickIn our penultimate episode of the The Name of the Wind, we are joined by the very friend who recommended this book to us as we talk about the set of chapters that give the book its namesake. What we mean by this is, Kvothe calls FINALLY the name of the wind. We discuss the awesome act plus the aftermath, which involves a rollercoaster of emotions as he is simultaneously expelled from the university and promoted to Re'lar. Other topics include the importance of Ambrose, the 4 plate door (again), and the mysterious Underthing. Plus Ana has a revelation about...2021-01-041h 06The Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsThe Name of the Wind: Chapters 79-84The draccus and Kvothe finally have their epic showdown after last episode's buildup. There's fire, there's sympathy, and there's screaming villagers, so it's the perfect opportunity for the overly dramatic Kvothe to take down a "demon." In the aftermath, he impresses the Constable and Mayor of Trebon with a great cloak whip and intimidates the town's rude bartender with a little bit of sympathy. As per usual, he can't find Denna but he does gather some interesting information about the mysterious object from Mathuen Farm.
Be sure to check out our social media pages @fantasticbookspod and ou...2020-12-2153 minThe Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsThe Name of the Wind: Chapters 74-78Kvothe and Denna's trip to Mathuen Farm takes a sudden turn when a giant Draccus appears. They find themselves in way over their heads as they explore the forest, find some unsettling substances, and a whole lot of destruction. In the end, Denna is drugged, the Draccus is going wild, and the usually quick-thinking Kvothe is running out of ideas about how to fix things. We'll have to see how Kvothe and Denna get out of this "sticky" situation....
Be sure to check out our social media pages @fantasticbookspod and our website Fantastic Books and How to Re...2020-12-0756 minThe Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsThe Name of the Wind: Chapters 70-73 with JackieShe's Back! And for once, we don't mean Denna - Jackie is back for her second guest appearance! After his near-death experience, Kvothe goes on a wild goose chase in search of the Chandrian, but comes across several treasures along the way instead. He also meets a copperhawk, tinker, horse salesman, and pig farmer, as well as some suspicious country folk in Trebon as he makes his way to the Mathuen Farm in search of answers. Unfortunately, this adventure generates even more mysteries and questions for our young hero...
Be sure to check out our...2020-11-241h 38The Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsThe Name of the Wind: Chapters 66-69 with PhoebeIt's a party this week as we are joined by our good friend Phoebe as we discuss the fire in the Fishery and its aftermath, which includes a new cloak, some moping from Kvothe, and some revelations about blood bindings. We wrap up this set of chapters with Kvothe calling down lightning (or at least appearing to). Other topics Include Scuba Diving, our favorite characters, the movies Spirited Away and Home Alone and a message from Sam about being yourself!
Be sure to check out our social media pages @fantasticbookspod and our website Fantastic Books and How t...2020-11-101h 57The Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsThe Name of the Wind: Chapters 42-46 with JackieIt's our biggest, baddest episode yet! Not only because it's the longest, but also because it's our first episode with a guest! Our friend Jackie joins to discuss Kvothe's first semester at the University. Of course he has to be the most dramatic student around, so we discuss injuries, enemies, and poetry insults galore. We also delve deeply into character developments, how sympathy works, and fan theories and predictions for the series, so be warned there are plenty of spoilers. We also have plenty of laughs and a lot to think about, especially in regards to that mysterious four...2020-10-281h 36The Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsThe Name of the Wind: Chapters 60-65Soup’s on and Dinnah’s ready! This episode Kvothe gets quite romantic with Denna, or Dianne...or Dinnah... or whatever her name is. Either way, he’s head over heels for her and spends a lot of time walking around with her or walking around looking for her. He also manages to get slightly on Kilvin’s bad side by making a certain lamp, and he stays on Lorren’s bad side, a fact that is made worse when he decides to write a catchy little tune about a donkey...Join us this week as we discuss chapters 60-65 of the...2020-10-271h 31The Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsFantasy Chat: Heroes, Villains, and Everyone In BetweenOur first "minisode!" It's time for our definitive ranking of some fantasy characters as we cover our favorite heroes, villains, and supporting characters...but of course we go a bit off script and also cover several honorable mentions as well as dunking on some seriously disappointing series we've read. Join us as we discuss characters from some of the most beloved fantasy series as well as some lesser known ones. As always, feel free to send us your picks and we just might read them out on the pod.
Be sure to check out our social media p...2020-10-1254 minThe Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsThe Name of the Wind: Chapters 53-59We take center stage this week, so raise a glass of scutten and settle in to hear the Lay of Sir Savien and his Lady Aloine....or is it Kvothe and his Lady Denna? Kvothe finally gets up the courage to play at The Eolian in Imre & boy do these chapters not disappoint! He also meets a new host of characters and unintentionally irks Ambrose once again. Join us as we geek out about the best musical performance we've never actually heard and, like we said, don't forget your scutten.
Be sure to check out o...2020-10-021h 03The Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsThe Name of the Wind: Chapters 47-52In this set of chapters, Kvothe's super busy trying to stay in the University, continue his feud with Ambrose, make a little cash, and start to feel the pressure of too many classes, so of course he decides to also take up the Lute again. Ana decides that Kvothe defines himself as "a high stakes roller" since he keeps making risky decisions to keep his head afloat. One of these decisions involves a new character, Devi, who's a complete badass but also as cute as a button; the other decision involves a Sympathy duel that ends in a near-death. A...2020-09-161h 05The Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsThe Name of the Wind: Chapters 28-32Celebrate, It's Kvothe's final chapters in Tarbean! And boy does he go out with a bang, or at least with a scene involving a towel and some mega sass. We also cover both Skarpi's and Trapis' final scenes in this section and wonder a bit about who these influential characters might be... Our other topics of conversation include how much a Talent is worth, the Ruach, and successful breakfasts.
Be sure to check out our social media pages @fantasticbookspod and our website Fantastic Books and How to Read Them Podcast (fantasticbookspod.com) which has more book reviews, recommendati...2020-05-2147 minThe Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsThe Name of the Wind: Chapters 23-27This week we pick up with Kvothe after he hit rock bottom by getting beaten up during the holiday season. He turns things around by setting up a Scooby-Doo style trap for his nemesis, "Pike the Goon" and by collecting two awesome stories. The first is a religion-origin story from Trapis, but there certainly are a lot of parallels with the second story, which is the tale of Lanre he hears from Skarpi. The numbers six and seven come up a lot in both stories, and we try to guess where Lanre got his naming powers from. All this...2020-05-0655 minThe Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsThe Name of the Wind: Chapters 16-22This week we start off with a face-to-face encounter with the Chandrian, which basically starts this downward spiral for our hero and brings us to our boy Kvothe's saddest chapters. He goes through the turmoil of losing his family, his home, and, last but not least, his lute....and maybe even loses himself a bit. We talk through all this sad stuff, but also get into the connections between naming and music, the religion of this world, and another character whose name is awfully similar to Lockless...plus Ana finally realizes why that tree fell down. Please rate, review, a...2020-04-2054 minThe Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsThe Name of the Wind: Chapters 8-15It's our second episode and we finally get into Kvothe's life story covering his first years and first experiences with sympathy. We also finally get some new characters that aren't Old Cob, including the merry band that is the Edema Ruh, Kvothe's parents, and the eyebrow-less Ben, as well as more clues about the mysterious and ever elusive Chandrian. Other topics include Ana's violin career, speaking in made up languages, and Dumbledore.
Be sure to check out our social media pages @fantasticbookspod and our website Fantastic Books and How to Read Them Podcast (fantasticbookspod.com) which has more book rev...2020-04-081h 14The Fantastic Books Podcast: Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book ReviewsThe Name of the Wind: Chapters 1-7It's our first episode! We decided to kick off the podcast with one of our favorite fantasy series of all time (extra thanks to our friends who recommended it to us): The Kingkiller Chronicles by Patrick Rothfuss. Mostly we talk about how much we love this book and how many things are snuck into these first few chapters that end up being important later on, but we eventually get around to the plot and characters. We hope it inspires you to read these books too and follow along on our journey!
Be sure to...2020-03-2355 min