Episode 11 - Behind Frenemy Lines by Zen Cho (or how to write conflict without killing anyone)

In this Episode of the Binge Reading Bookclub, Nicholas Binge and Hugo Powell discuss Behind Frenemy Lines by Zen Cho. A delightful romance novel that delves deep into the myriad pitfalls that face young women in the contemporary workspace. The challenge Hugo set for Nick last month was to choose a book where no one died, and he succeeded! So how do you develope drama, character, and conflict without death? Well Zen Cho does it masterfully, through tactful plot choices, interested narrative stand points, and believable characterisation.We also chat about fans reaching out to their favourite authors and why you shouldn't hesitate, performative masculinity, and I test Nicholas' ability to spot the real from the fake in my K-Drama test. The next extra festive episode of the Binge Reading Bookclub podcast comes out on Christmas Day! Be sure to pick up your copy of The Fifth Season by N.K. Jemisin - an epic fantasy novel set on a planet destroyed by catastrophic climate change. LINKS:STET Podcast NetworkOfficial Sitefollow us on Blueskyemail us: [email protected]