Caffeine and Conjuring

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Caffeine and Conjuring

Join Ilse and Stace for their new fantasy bookish podcast! Each week they delve into the chapters of their favorite fantasy series, starting with Sarah J. Maas's Throne of Glass. Expect deep dives, theories, and differing opinions as one host rereads and the other experiences it for the first time. caffeineandconjuring.substack.com

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    Episode 58: Faster than the Wind

    We said we were fine after last episode… We were LYING!This week we’re diving into Kingdom of Ash chapters 60–69 (nice) and somehow the chaos just keeps escalating. Like?? No breaks, no mercy, just vibes (bad ones).In this episode, everything is converging and it’s STRESSFUL! The emotional hits are hitting a little too hard and our sanity?? Is questionable at best.Also, can someone explain why every time we think we can breathe, SJM just… doesn’t allow it??We kept this one nice… but don’t worry, the internal screaming is still very much present.🎧 Tune in now on Spotify and Apple Podcast📺 Full episode on YouTube!Thanks for listening to Caffeine and Conjuring! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit caffeineandconjuring.substack.com

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    Episode 57: For the Queen.

    This episode we’re covering Kingdom of Ash chapters 50–59 and honestly?? Who gave Sarah J. Maas the right. The tension is TENSIONING, and every chapter feels like it’s personally attacking us.Also… can we talk about the stress level?? Because we are not okay and would like a formal apology.Thanks for sticking with us while we were MIA. Terrasen was a lot, emotionally and spiritually (as life has been). But we’re back and ready to spiral with you all over again.Thanks for listening to Caffeine and Conjuring! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit caffeineandconjuring.substack.com

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    Sidequest: Shield of Sparrows

    For our 5th side quest, we’re diving into Shield of Sparrows by Devney Perry. Her very first leap from contemporary romance into fantasy, and honestly?? She understood the assignment.Set in a monster-ridden world where kingdoms cling to fragile peace treaties, the story follows Princess Odessa, who is suddenly thrust into a political marriage meant to secure alliances… and secretly spy on her new kingdom. Casual. But instead of a straightforward royal duty situation, we get enemies-to-lovers tension, a broody warrior with secrets (obviously), and a journey across dangerous lands where literally nothing is what it seems. Expect:🔥 slow-burn romance🗡️ forced proximity👀 hidden identities🦅 terrifying monster vibes💔 and just enough emotional damage to keep us spiralingWe’re chatting all things: first impressions of Devney Perry’s romantasy debut, whether the hype is justified, THAT romance dynamic, and our thoughts heading into book two (because yes, we will be continuing).AND for the first time ever, you can WATCH this episode!! Our full video recording is now live on our YouTube channel, so come hang out with us there.Grab your wine, your annotations, and your hottest takes… because this one has a LOT to unpack. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit caffeineandconjuring.substack.com

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    Episode 56: To Terrasen

    Starting to spiral because this stretch of Kingdom of Ash by Sarah J. Maas (chs 40–49) said “oh you thought we were pacing ourselves?” and then chose violence instead.We’ve got:* Schemes on schemes on SCHEMES.* Emotional damage being served family-style.* War strategy meetings that somehow hurt more than the actual battles.* And our queen carrying the weight of the entire world like it’s just another Tuesday.The tension? Unbearable.The reunions? Not nearly enough.The looming doom? Practically a main character at this point.Every chapter feels like we’re marching closer to something catastrophic, and we are NOT emotionally prepared. The sacrifices being whispered about? The risks being taken?? We laughed. We gasped. We absolutely lost our minds.Tune in as we break down the alliances forming, the cracks starting to show, and why this section feels like the deep inhale before the final, devastating exhale.We are fine.We are absolutely not fine. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit caffeineandconjuring.substack.com

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    Episode 55: Get it off.

    We are BACK after a very unplanned two-week hiatus thanks to some chaotic tech issues (we promise it wasn’t a Valg infiltration… probably). Thank you for sticking with us. 🖤This episode we’re covering Chapters 30–39 of Kingdom of Ash by Sarah J. Maas, and the tension is absolutely suffocating in the best way. Everything feels heavy. Every choice feels impossible. The quiet moments somehow hurt more than the loud ones. You can feel the endgame building, piece by fragile piece, and it’s the kind of slow burn that makes you clutch the book a little tighter.We talk about the emotional exhaustion, the small sparks of hope, the way certain scenes linger long after you finish the chapter, and how this stretch somehow manages to be both devastating and steady at the same time.Thank you for being patient with us while we sorted out the tech mess. We’re so happy to be back talking about this masterpiece with you. Let’s get into it.Thanks for listening to Caffeine and Conjuring! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit caffeineandconjuring.substack.com

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    Episode 54: Fenrys.

    Pain. Suffering. Emotional devastation. And yet… somehow we still pressed record. This week, we’re diving into chapters 20–29 of Kingdom of Ash and WOW! Sarah J. Maas said absolutely no peace, only trauma. From heart-shattering moments to tiny flickers of hope that keep us barely functioning, these chapters had us screaming, crying, and aggressively texting each other at 2am.We talk character breakdowns, impossible choices, found family feels, and why literally no one is allowed happiness for more than five minutes. Tune in for unhinged reactions, top-tier suffering, and the slow realization that this book is going to ruin us.Thanks for listening to Caffeine and Conjuring! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit caffeineandconjuring.substack.com

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    Episode 53: The Crochan Queen

    We’re officially in the deep end now, friends. Chapters 10–19 of Kingdom of Ash said “no warm-up laps” and immediately started swinging. This week’s episode is packed with the kind of emotional tension that makes you stare at the page like SJM wouldn’t… right? 😬 The endgame is coming whether we’re ready or not. Kingdom of Ash is proving again that it did not come to play. Grab your tissues, your theories, and maybe a stress beverage, because things are only getting darker from here.Thanks for listening to Caffeine and Conjuring! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit caffeineandconjuring.substack.com

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    Episode 52: Blink Blink Blink

    We’ve officially entered Kingdom of Ash. The final book. The emotional damage era. This episode covers chapters 1–9, and already Sarah J. Maas said, “peace was never an option.” Buckle up, because nothing feels safe and we are NOT OK.Thanks for listening to Caffeine and Conjuring! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit caffeineandconjuring.substack.com

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    Sidequest: Rose in Chains

    We’re going fully off the main quest and deep diving into Rose in Chains by Julie Soto. The published remake of The Auction that had the fandom in an absolute chokehold. From morally gray men and power imbalances that do things to your brain, to sharp banter, slow-burn tension, and those “pause the audiobook and scream” moments… we’re unpacking it all 🌹⛓️Expect our normal overtired selves talking about our favorite scenes, character deep dives, and plenty of “this could’ve stayed in the drafts but we’re glad it didn’t” energy. If you’ve read The Auction, you’ll want to hear how it translates to its polished, published form. And if you’re new? Consider this your spoiler-filled invitation to chaos.Thanks for listening to Caffeine and Conjuring! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit caffeineandconjuring.substack.com

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    Episode 51: She was the heir of ash and fire, and she would bow to no one.

    We’ve officially survived the Empire of Storms/ Tower of Dawn tandem read, and this episode is our final verdict. Are we emotionally stable? No.Are we deeply concerned for Aelin’s fate? Absolutely yes.Are we thrilled to finally be free from the TOD snoozefest? With love… also yes. 😌We’re breaking down our final thoughts, biggest feelings, lingering fears, and the overwhelming need to immediately continue this series because how are we supposed to just sit with that ending??🎧 Tune in as we celebrate, panic, and lovingly roast this reading experience one last time.Thanks for listening to Caffeine and Conjuring! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit caffeineandconjuring.substack.com

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    Episode 50: Together, or not at all.

    We’ve reached the end of the road for Tower of Dawn ch. 58 through the finale, and somehow we’re both healed and emotionally wrecked. This episode is full-circle moments, long-earned growth, and revelations that quietly reframe everything we thought we knew. Watching these characters finally step into who they’re meant to be feels powerful, tender, and a little bit heartbreaking in that SJM way that lingers long after the last page.There’s closure, there’s hope, and there’s that bittersweet realization that while one journey has ended, the storm ahead is only just beginning. We laughed, we teared up, and we absolutely lost it over how much this book sneaks up on you by the end. Oh! And we are celebrating 50 episodes of chaos and finally finishing TOD!New episode is live. Come celebrate, process, and emotionally prepare for what comes next.Thanks for listening to Caffeine and Conjuring! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit caffeineandconjuring.substack.com

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    Episode 49: Nameless is my price

    If you thought things couldn’t possibly get worse… Welcome back. This episode takes us through Empire of Storms chs. 66–78, aka the stretch where hope is dangled in front of us and then violently ripped away. Alliances fracture, sacrifices are made, and the emotional whiplash is so intense we had to pause just to breathe. Every page feels like a warning sign and somehow we still weren’t ready.Over in Tower of Dawn ch. 57, the weight of everything finally lands. Quiet moments that hurt just as much as the loud ones, and choices that will ripple far beyond this book. It’s tender, devastating, and somehow exactly what we needed after being emotionally drop-kicked by EOS.This episode is pain, processing, and pure SJM chaos. New episode is live. Come cry, scream, and spiral with us. Thanks for listening to Caffeine and Conjuring! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit caffeineandconjuring.substack.com

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    Episode 48: Enter Where You Fear To Tread.

    This week we’re diving into EOS 62–65 and TOD 52–56, and honestly? These chapters had us questioning our life choices, SJM’s life choices, and whether anyone in this universe has ever heard of therapy.EOS is out here serving drama like it’s a tasting menu, and TOD… shockingly…continues to give us the urge to take a nap. Join us as we spiral, rant, gasp, and aggressively snack our way through the emotional carnage.Bring your headphones and your emotional support carbs. You’ll need them. Thanks for listening to Caffeine and Conjuring! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit caffeineandconjuring.substack.com

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    Episode 47: The Queen of the Valg

    Chaos, consequences, and characters making feral life choices. Welcome back to another episode where we collectively scream into the void. This week we’re diving into Empire of Storms ch. 60–61, where the stakes keep climbing, the tension is criminal, and certain people (you know who you are) refuse to catch a break. Meanwhile in Tower of Dawn ch. 44–51, we’re finally getting into the thick of it. Healing moments that hit way too hard, and the kind of character growth that feels like someone punched us lovingly in the sternum and some eight legged horrors to keep us on our toes.Grab your emotional support beverage, fluff your emotional support pillow, and join us as we yell, spiral, and connect dots Sarah J. Maas hid in a maze, blindfolded, at midnight. Thanks for listening to Caffeine and Conjuring! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit caffeineandconjuring.substack.com

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    Episode 46: Where are our armies?

    This week we’re diving into EOS chapters 53–59 and TOD chapters 41–43, and honestly? Sarah J. Maas really woke up and chose chaos, emotions, and questionable life choices for everyone involved.We’ve got big moves, and... Shockingly.. Not a single snoozy TOD chapter in sight. (Who is this efficient version of Tod?? Can he stay??)Grab your headphones, your emotional support beverage, and maybe a paper bag to breathe into, because things are escalating fast and we are absolutely not okay.Thanks for listening to Caffeine and Conjuring! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit caffeineandconjuring.substack.com

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    Episode 45: I Will Always Find You

    We’re back in our emotional blender this week as we jump between Throne of Glass and Empire of Storms, and honestly? Sarah J. Maas is personally ensuring we never know peace. Aelin is out here playing ten-dimensional chess while everyone else is just trying to keep up. Scheming, sacrificing, and terrifying us with how far she’s willing to go. Rowan continues to out-dramatize every brooding warrior in fantasy history, and Lysandra? Our shapeshifting queen remains unstoppable wrapped in loyalty and teeth. On the flip side, Dorian’s snark is getting sharper right along with the stakes, while Lorcan is one bad decision away from writing poetry in a storm and we can’t even blame him because… choices were made. Elide keeps quietly stealing the show by surviving, strategizing, and thriving when everyone underestimates her.And then there’s Chaol and Irene over in Tower of Dawn territory, dragging us through pain, healing, stubbornness, and emotional growth like we signed up for a therapy session instead of a fantasy epic. We didn’t, but here we are. Deeply invested and slightly unwell about it.Grab your headphones, your favorite comfort drink, and come scream, laugh, and spiral with us through these chapters. New twists, new heartbreaks, new reasons we’ll never recover. It’s all here.Thanks for listening to Caffeine and Conjuring! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit caffeineandconjuring.substack.com

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    Sidequest: From Blood and Ash

    Happy birthday to us! 🎉 For our one-year podcast anniversary, we’re celebrating with a sidequest worthy of the gods. Diving into From Blood and Ash by Jennifer L. Armentrout. Expect forbidden romance, deadly secrets, and a heroine caught between duty and desire (and maybe a few gasps and giggles from us along the way).Grab your dagger, your veil, and your favorite drink. It’s time to talk destiny, danger, and a whole lot of drama. 🔥Thanks for listening to Caffeine and Conjuring! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit caffeineandconjuring.substack.com

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    Episode 44: What will yours be, Aelin Galathynius?

    We’re deep into Empire of Storms chapters 37–46. No Tower of Dawn nap breaks this week, just nonstop action, emotions, and a few scenes that are definitely not safe for public transport listening 😏🔥 Things are heating up in more ways than one…Thanks for listening to Caffeine and Conjuring! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit caffeineandconjuring.substack.com

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    Episode 43: Milady

    Just over halfway through the tandem read! This week we’re diving into Empire of Storms chapters 31–36 and Tower of Dawn chapters 32–35. A long-awaited reunion finally happens, the storm isn’t just brewing on the horizon anymore, and a few too many secrets come crawling into the light.Thanks for listening to Caffeine and Conjuring! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit caffeineandconjuring.substack.com

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    Episode 42: We Will Face This, Together.

    This week in our tandem read, we’re covering Empire of Storms chapters 27–30 and Tower of Dawn chapters 25–31. Let’s be real,Tower of Dawn might still feel like a bit of a snooze fest at times (sorry, Chaol ), but trust us, things are finally starting to wake up in these chapters. (at least the first few) Meanwhile, Empire of Storms keeps serving the action, the danger, and the very spicy tension we all came for. One side is playing chess with kingdoms, the other is quietly dropping hints that could change everything we think we know. Tune in and find out what’s been brewing in the shadows. You won’t want to miss where this is headed.Thanks for listening to Caffeine and Conjuring! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit caffeineandconjuring.substack.com

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    Episode 41: I will find you.

    This week, we’re diving into Tower of Dawn (Ch. 18–24) and Empire of Storms (Ch. 24–26). The stakes are climbing higher than ever. Alliances are tested, shadows deepen, and some long-kept truths begin to crack open. We’ll unpack the twists, the tension, and the character moments that left us holding our breath, all while keeping things spoiler-free for future chapters. Grab your headphones, because this stretch of the journey is one you don’t want to miss!Thanks for listening to Caffeine and Conjuring! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit caffeineandconjuring.substack.com

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    Episode 40: Bring my body back to the cabin.

    Adventure, mystery, and a little magic. This week we explore Empire of Storms Ch. 17–23 & Tower of Dawn Ch. 13–17. Who can be trusted? What hidden dangers lie ahead? Join us as we unravel the threads of fate, one thrilling chapter at a time.Thanks for listening to Caffeine and Conjuring! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit caffeineandconjuring.substack.com

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    Episode 39: Burning Little God.

    We’re diving into Empire of Storms (Ch. 12–16) and Tower of Dawn (Ch. 8–12). Aka watching Aelin save the world while Chaol continues to audition for 'Most Annoying Man Alive.' Will he ever unclench? Tune in to find out!"Thanks for listening to Caffeine and Conjuring! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit caffeineandconjuring.substack.com

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    Episode 38: I will cherish it always. No matter what may befall the world. No matter the oceans, or mountains, or forests in the way.

    In this episode, we dive into Tower of Dawn Chapters 2–7 and Empire of Storms Chapters 9–11, and there's no shortage of tension, growth, and quiet power moves. In Tower of Dawn, Chaol begins his healing journey in the Southern Continent, and Yrene Towers makes one heck of an entrance. We unpack the complicated emotions, the spark of something new, and the growing mysteries surrounding Antica. Meanwhile, over in Empire of Storms, Aelin’s plans are stacking up fast, but so are her secrets. We break down the shifting dynamics within the court, the weight of trust, and the brewing storm on the horizon. Politics, pain, and potential alliances. This is where the game truly begins.. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit caffeineandconjuring.substack.com

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    Episode 37: I don't need a throne to be a queen.

    The tandem journey begins! In this episode, we dive into the first 8 chapters of Empire of Storms and the opening chapter of Tower of Dawn. Aelin and her court are setting the stage for war (and wreaking some serious havoc along the way), Rowan is brooding beautifully, and surprise! Lorcan’s back and already causing trouble 👀Meanwhile, we take our first steps into Tower of Dawn, where Chaol and Nesryn arrive in Antica with more than politics on the line.This intro hits hard with new tensions, returning threats, and glimpses of the epic twists to come. And trust us, it only gets better from here.Following along or just getting started? Don’t forget, we’ve got a full Tandem Read Guide on our Instagram to help you navigate the chapter order! 📚✨ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit caffeineandconjuring.substack.com

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    Episode 36: And at long last, Aelin Ashryver Galathynius was home.

    We're diving into our final review of Queen of Shadows. Yes, it's a week late and Ilse’s audio sounds like she recorded it in a cave with Rowan brooding in the background 😅 (thanks, tech issues), but we made it through! Everything should sound normal again starting next episode!This week, we’re joined by some special guests to unpack the turning point that reshaped the entire SJM universe. Aelin steps into her power, and nothing will be the same. We’re also deep-diving into theories connecting the Big 3 worlds... And trust us, the threads are wild. Fire-breathing madness awaits! 🔥👑 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit caffeineandconjuring.substack.com

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    Episode 35: You Light Up The Darkness

    The end of Queen of Shadows left us breathless, angry, elated, aching, and somehow still hungry for more. In this episode, we unravel the final ten chapters, where every choice cuts deep and no one walks away unchanged.Alliances fracture. Vows are tested. And in the silence between battles, something shifts, something final.This is where the girl becomes a queen.And it hurts in all the right ways. Thanks for listening to Caffeine and Conjuring! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit caffeineandconjuring.substack.com

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    Episode 34 Continued...

    👀 Did you catch it...?Our latest podcast episode stops at Chapter 76 of Queen of Shadows, but don’t worry, we didn’t forget Ch. 77–79. We just had something special planned. 😏 We filmed a LIVE reaction (well, Stacey’s reaction, because one of us already knew what was coming) to those jaw-dropping final chapters. Let’s just say… Jaw’s were dropped, and maybe even a tear of two. Shadowfire, surprise reveals, and THAT scene with Aelin and Dorian?? Yeah. You’ll want to watch this one. Head to our brand-new YouTube channel now for the full reaction! Link in bio Thanks for listening to Caffeine and Conjuring! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit caffeineandconjuring.substack.com

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    Episode 34: Is your broken kingdom worth it?

    Chapters 70–76 brought the heat, the heartbreak, and the chaos we didn’t see coming. We’re breaking it all down in our latest episode. You don’t want to miss this one. 👀✨And for chapters 77–79? Let’s just say… you need to see our reactions. 👑🎥 Watch the full reaction now on our brand new YouTube channel, link in bio! 📲💥Thanks for listening to Caffeine and Conjuring! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit caffeineandconjuring.substack.com

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    Sidequest: Sunrise on the Reaping

    Our 2nd Sidequest episode is here, and this time, we're diving into the gripping new prequel Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne Collins. Set 24 years before Katniss Everdeen volunteered as tribute, this haunting tale unearths the dark origins of the 50th Hunger Games, and the brutal legacy it left behind. Join us as we unravel the layers of power, rebellion, and sacrifice in a Capitol-ruled world that feels more chillingly relevant than ever. Whether you're a longtime fan or new to Panem, this episode is one you won’t want to miss.Thanks for listening to Caffeine and Conjuring! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit caffeineandconjuring.substack.com

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    Episode 33: Tell His Majesty that his Champion has returned, and she’s brought him one hell of a prize.

    Chapters 60–69 of Queen of Shadows are where the fire truly begins to roar. Aelin’s plans move into motion, revealing just how long she’s been playing the game, and how high the stakes have become. Characters are pushed to their breaking points, truths are unearthed in the dark, and one powerful confrontation changes everything. These chapters are bold, breathtaking, and impossible to look away from.Thanks for listening to Caffeine and Conjuring! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit caffeineandconjuring.substack.com

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    Episode 32: I would find you again. Always.

    Join us as we dive into chapters 40–49 of Queen of Shadow’s. Aelin begins to set her trap, weaving secrets and strategy. Unlikely alliances start to form, while old enemies inch dangerously close. There’s a reunion that’s anything but simple, a confrontation with unspoken pain, and a mission through shadows that tests loyalty and resolve. Every move feels like a gamble, and Aelin is betting everything. The action has finally arrived in Terrasen.Thanks for listening to Caffeine and Conjuring! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit caffeineandconjuring.substack.com

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    Episode 31: Just to be sure.

    Chapter’s 40–49 of Queen of Shadows are where shadows start to move,and strike. Aelin steps deeper into enemy territory, both literally and emotionally, making moves that blur the line between vengeance and strategy. A familiar face returns under dire circumstances, old debts are called in, and a silent figure begins to stir in the dark. Power shifts, masks slip, and a single whispered word changes everything. These chapters are packed with tension and payoff. Don’t blink, or you’ll miss the spark that lights the fire.Thanks for listening to Caffeine and Conjuring! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit caffeineandconjuring.substack.com

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    Episode 30: That gods-damned nightgown.

    Join us as we discuss Chapters 30–39 of Queen of Shadows. In this gripping section, Sarah J. Maas expertly raises the stakes as Aelin’s bold strategies collide with dark forces and long-buried secrets. Tension crackles in every scene, whether it’s a quiet moment heavy with emotion or a clash brimming with danger. Loyalties are questioned, power dynamics shift, and each decision carries weight that could change everything. These chapters are rich with character growth, confrontations, and just the right dose of intrigue to keep you hooked. If you thought the story was intense before, buckle up! This is where things get dangerously good.Thanks for listening to Caffeine and Conjuring! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit caffeineandconjuring.substack.com

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    Episode 29: Aedion smiled. “Rowan.”

    Get ready to be completely swept away in Chapters 20–29 of Queen of Shadows, where the stakes soar and the intensity deepens. These chapters mark a turning point—full of daring confrontations, shocking revelations, and heart-pounding tension that will leave you breathless. As Aelin’s cunning plans begin to take shape, alliances are tested and enemies draw closer, forcing every character to confront their limits. Whether you’re here for the action, the emotion, or the intricately woven plot, this stretch of the story delivers unforgettable moments that will keep you turning the pages late into the night. Don’t miss the drama—these chapters are where the fire truly ignites.Thanks for listening to Caffeine and Conjuring! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit caffeineandconjuring.substack.com

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    Episode 28: You and I are nothing but wild beasts wearing human skins.

    Join us as dive into Chapter’s 10-19 of Queen of Shadows. Thing’s are heating up as Aelin attempts a massive rescue mission for her captured cousin. Will she succeed? Will her ally’s stand by her when she has to make some hard decisions? Only time will tell. Thanks for listening to Caffeine and Conjuring! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit caffeineandconjuring.substack.com

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    Episode 27: But she was her own champion now.

    Join us as dive into book five in the Throne of Glass series by Sarah J. Mass, Queen of Shadows. Celaena has returned one last to Ardalan. Can she mend old friendships, rescue allies and take down the tyrant king? Only time will tell. Thanks for listening to Caffeine and Conjuring! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit caffeineandconjuring.substack.com

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    Episode 26: No Longer Would She Be Ashamed .

    Join us as we discuss our final thoughts on book four in the Throne of Glass series by Sarah J. Mass, Heir of Fire. Self-Discovery and empowerment, sacrifice, and destiny. The plot is getting thick as we prepare for the battle to come in Queen of Shadows. Thanks for listening to Caffeine and Conjuring! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit caffeineandconjuring.substack.com

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    Sidequest: Quicksilver

    Hello little witchlings and princelings, and welcome to Caffeine and Conjuring’s first ever side quest episode. We want to expand our discussions to outside of the SJM universe, and explore other Fantasy novels that might peak your interest. Our first side quest is Quicksilver by Callie Heart! This book has been the talk of BookTok for the past little while, and were finally seeing what all the fuss is about. Who dosen’t love a book about a tall, dark and broody fae daddy?Thanks for listening to Caffeine and Conjuring! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit caffeineandconjuring.substack.com

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    Episode 25: Somehow, that regret made her feel incredibly, heavily mortal.

    We come to a close of our journey of Heir of Fire by Sarah J. Mass. Discussing the last 8 Chapter’s. Secret’s are exposed, lover’s are killed, and war is on their doorstep. Things are heating up in Adarlan. Thanks for listening to Caffeine and Conjuring! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit caffeineandconjuring.substack.com

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    Episode 24: To Whatever End.

    Join us as we follow Celaena navigate a world of power, magic, and intrigue, facing both inner and outer demons as she seeks to unravel the secrets of the Wyrdkeys and the impending threat of the Valg. Things are getting heavy as we near the end of book 4. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit caffeineandconjuring.substack.com

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    Episode 23: She would remake the world, remake it for them.

    Join us as continue our journey in book four in the Throne of Glass series by Sarah J. Mass, Heir of Fire. Brace your heart, because we’re running low on happy chapter’s for a while. This series knows how to pull at our heartstrings.Thanks for listening to Caffeine and Conjuring! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit caffeineandconjuring.substack.com

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    Episode 22: Maybe we could find the way back together.

    Join us as continue our journey in book four in the Throne of Glass series by Sarah J. Mass, Heir of Fire. Witches, wyverns and magic, oh my! We take to the skies in this exciting episode, and start delving into those deeper emotional connections among friends. Thanks for listening to Caffeine and Conjuring! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit caffeineandconjuring.substack.com

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    Episode 21: Don’t ask for it, don’t wish for it. Take it..

    Join us as continue our journey in book four in the Throne of Glass series by Sarah J. Mass, Heir of Fire. "It is the strength of this that matters. No matter where you are, no matter how far, this will lead you home. It is the strength of this that matters, Aelin.The strength of this. You are my daughter. You were born of two mighty bloodlines. That strength flows through you. Lives in you.You do not yield.You do not yield.”Thanks for listening to Caffeine and Conjuring! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit caffeineandconjuring.substack.com

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    Episode 20: She has your eyes.

    Join us as continue our journey in book four in the Throne of Glass series by Sarah J. Mass, Heir of Fire. Aelin is being pushed to reclaim her identity, and it’s taking it’s toll . Can she break through the mental walls to embrace her true self? Thanks for listening to Caffeine and Conjuring! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit caffeineandconjuring.substack.com

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    Episode 19: Pure, solid Fae.

    Join us as dive into book four in the Throne of Glass series by Sarah J. Mass, Heir of Fire. Aelin is off to Wendlyn to confront her darkest truth . . . a truth about her heritage that could change her life, and her future, forever. Thanks for listening to Caffeine and Conjuring! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit caffeineandconjuring.substack.com

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    Episode 18: If you can learn to endure pain, you can survive anything

    Join us as we discuss our final thoughts on book three in the Throne of Glass series by Sarah J. Mass, The Assassin’s Blade. Self-Discovery and empowerment, the fine line between loyalty and betrayal, and the fight for justice and freedom. A trip down memory lane to the events that let to her being sent to Endovier, and the beginning of her journey in Throne of Glass. Thanks for listening to Caffeine and Conjuring! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit caffeineandconjuring.substack.com

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    Episode 17: My name is Sam Cortland . . . and I will not be afraid.

    We come to a close of our journey of The Assassin's Blade by Sarah J. Mass. Discussing the fifth and final novella, The Assassin and the Empire. Betrayal of the highest degree, unbearable heartbreak and hitting rock bottom. Last stop, Endovier. Thanks for listening to Caffeine and Conjuring! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit caffeineandconjuring.substack.com

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    Episode 16: Because I'd pick you.

    Join us as we continue our journey of The Assassin's Blade by Sarah J. Mass. Discussing the fourth novella, The Assassin and the Underworld. Breaking through the friend zone , buying your freedom, and a little unexpected dip into unsavory waters. Sounds like a grand time. Thanks for listening to Caffeine and Conjuring! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit caffeineandconjuring.substack.com

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    Episode 15: To being the most fearsome and imposing girls the world has ever seen.

    We continue our journey of The Assassin's Blade by Sarah J. Mass. Discussing the third novella, The Assassin and the Desert. When did we start reading Dune? This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit caffeineandconjuring.substack.com

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Join Ilse and Stace for their new fantasy bookish podcast! Each week they delve into the chapters of their favorite fantasy series, starting with Sarah J. Maas's Throne of Glass. Expect deep dives, theories, and differing opinions as one host rereads and the other experiences it for the first time. caffeineandconjuring.substack.com

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