High Queen Podcast

Solstice has arrived… and with it, chaos, gifts, and just a little emotional damage.In chapters 16-28 of A Court of Frost and Starlight, we’re diving headfirst into celebrations with the Inner Circle—complete with snowball fights, one very iconic holiday dinner, and the ultimate gift between mates!On the surface, it’s everything we wanted. But underneath? Things are shifting. Between heartfelt gifts, long-awaited POVs (*cough Nesta*), and a Solstice that doesn’t quite go as smoothly as hoped, this episode balances warmth with the reality that healing isn’t linear—and some wounds are far from closed.As our Solstice gift to you, we’re dropping all of ACOFAS this NOW—because honestly, this story is best experienced all at once.

It’s officially Winter Solstice season in Prythian… and for the first time in a long time, things are quiet, normal. In chapters 1-15 of A Court of Frost and Starlight, we trade battlefield chaos for something softer—snow-dusted streets, last-minute shopping, and the Inner Circle attempting to settle into a new normal after the war.But don’t get too comfortable.We’re diving into multiple POVs , checking in on where everyone has landed post-war, and unpacking the tension simmering just beneath all the holiday cheer.From cozy decorating moments and chaotic gift shopping… to awkward dinners, strained relationships, and a certain visit to the Spring Court that reminds us not everything can be fixed overnight—this episode sets the stage for a very different kind of story.Consider this our Solstice gift to you: we’re dropping all of ACOFAS NOW!Grab some cocoa, settle in, and let’s discuss all of this quant little novella.

The final battle is here… and it changes everything.All of Prythian—and beyond—collides in one devastating, chaotic, unforgettable fight. Long-awaited allies arrive, secrets are revealed, and the full power of the Cauldron is finally unleashed.But victory doesn’t come without sacrifice.Lives are lost. Goodbyes are said. And in the end… one choice will determine the fate of everything—and everyone—we’ve come to love.This episode has it all: epic battles, shocking twists, emotional reunions, and moments that completely shattered us (yes… we’re still recovering).Grab your books, your beverage, and your bestie… because we are saying goodbye to A Court of Wings and Ruin !

Things are moving fast… this week it's all about A Court of Wings and Ruin chapters 51-65!A meeting with Elain’s human fiancé goes horribly wrong, and then Jurian drops truth after truth that leaves us wondering…who are we supposed to believe anymore?And then—war. Alliances collide, plans are tested, and in the middle of it all… we lose the Suriel. But there’s no time to grieve.The Cauldron is here. Elain is taken. And Feyre and Azriel head straight into Hybern’s camp for a rescue mission that goes completely off the rails.This episode has everything: heartbreak, betrayal, battle strategy, long-overdue consequences (we mean you, Ianthe), and one very unexpected savior…Grab your books, your beverage, and your bestie… this one's a roller coaster!

Everything was supposed to come together here… and instead, everything unraveled. The High Lords finally meet—truths are revealed, alliances are tested, and tensions explode almost immediately (and yes… Tamlin makes it worse).But just when it feels like progress might be possible… the Cauldron is used.The wall is down.The war isn’t coming anymore—it’s here.This episode has everything: chaos, politics, unhinged insults, unexpected alliances… and honestly? Not a single moment of peace.Grab your books, your beverage, and your bestie… because we have A LOT to talk about!

This week, we’re diving into ACOWAR chapters 30–39, where everything escalates!Hybern’s Ravens infiltrate the library, Feyre and Nesta are forced into the darkness (literally), and we get one of the wildest, creepiest bargains yet. Meanwhile, Elain continues to drop cryptic, prophecy-level warnings that we are absolutely not prepared for, and suddenly… Adriata is under attack.Plus, this episode is extra special because we recorded it together in person , which means every gasp, theory spiral, and “WAIT—GO BACK” moment hits even harder.Grab your books, your beverage, and your bestie—because this section does not let up.

We said we wanted answers… but at what cost?This week, we’re diving into ACOWAR Chapters 21–29 and things are getting DARK. From a chilling visit to the Prison and a potential bargain with the Bone Carver, to political games in the Court of Nightmares that leave us questioning everything—we are in the thick of it.And let’s not forget the lore drops… because WHAT do you mean death gods, ancient siblings, and a mirror that can break your mind???To wrap it all up, we dive into the story of Nephelle and the “unlikely heroine” — and why our greatest weaknesses might actually be our greatest strengths.Grab your book, your beverage, and your bestie… because this episode is a RIDE.

We are officially out of the Spring Court… and straight into chaos.In this episode, we’re breaking down Chapters 11–20 of A Court of Wings and Ruin! From tense travel through the Autumn Court to a brutal fight on the ice, Feyre and Lucien are pushed to their limits with no powers, no safety net, and enemies closing in. But what starts as survival quickly becomes something more… healing, trust, and long-overdue honesty.We’re talking:Feyre & Lucien finally clearing the air (and what that means for their future)The moment that had us SCREAMING: Cassian and Azriel’s entranceAnd the reunion with Rhysand that absolutely wrecked usBack in Velaris, we also get a deeper look at what they’re fighting for—trauma, recovery, and the growing reality of war. Allies will be everything… and they’re running out of time. Grab your book and join us!

Feyre is back in the Spring Court—but she’s not the same girl who left.In this episode of High Queen, we’re breaking down ACOWAR Chapters 1–10, where Feyre begins playing a dangerous game in the Spring Court. With Hybern’s forces looming and Tamlin convinced he’s rescued her, Feyre quietly starts unraveling the court from the inside.We talk about Feyre’s calculated revenge, the power of feminine rage, Lucien realizing something isn’t quite right, and the moments that show just how much Feyre has changed since leaving Spring the first time.There’s manipulation, tension, petty victories, and the start of a plan that could bring the Spring Court to its knees.Spies, smiles that hide sharp teeth, and the first cracks in Tamlin’s court—grab your book, your beverage, your bestie, and let’s get into it.

In this episode, we’re diving into the final chapters of A Court of Mist and Fury—and wow… we have a lot of feelings.From Tamlin’s shocking choices to the chaos unleashed by Hybern, the ending of ACOMAF delivers twist after twist that left us jaw on the floor. We break down the moments that made us scream, question everything, and immediately need the next book. We talk about:Tamlin’s desperate bargain and the consequencesLucien’s complicated loyalty (and why we’re conflicted)Feyre stepping fully onto the chessboard and playing the long gameThe Inner Circle’s loyalty and sacrificesThe theories and questions this ending leaves us withPlus, we share listener love, react to the wild final twists, and rate A Court of Mist and Fury—a book that may have just secured its place as one of our all-time favorites!

The Suriel was right.In this episode of High Queen, we’re breaking down ACOMAF Chapters 49-59—from Feyre’s desperate fight to save Rhys in the Cave of Torture to the revelation that changes everything. We talk the mating bond, ancient protectiveness, morally gray choices, and the difference between rage and devotion.There’s winnowing through mud, blue stone shackles, worldbuilding you’ll want to remember, and a Golden Queen who deserved better. And of course… Chapter 54. The confession. The build-up. The reason Chapter 55 hits as hard as it does.Battle, bond, and full emotional release—grab your book, your beverage, your bestie, and let’s get into it.

Summer leaves us with blood rubies… and consequences.In this episode of High Queen, we’re breaking down ACOMAF Chapters 39–48 — from Tarquin’s fallout and Rhys’s quiet heartbreak to the human queens, truth-orbs, and a throne room performance that changes everything. We talk political maneuvering, Feyre stepping fully into her power, and the moment she realizes she no longer cares what anyone thinks of her.There’s Veritas and vengeance, Starfall magic and painted hands, Illyrian history and the truth about Tamlin and Rhys’s past. And just when things couldn’t possibly escalate further… there’s one inn. One room. One bed.Politics, healing, history, and finally the release of all that pent-up tension — grab your book, your beverage, your bestie, and let’s get into it.

Feyre starts to feel something new—and it’s not fear.In this episode of High Queen, we’re breaking down ACOMAF Chapters 23–38, from power training to flirty notes appearing out of thin air. We talk healing in motion, learning to trust your own strength again, the difference between surviving and living, and why Feyre’s dynamic with Rhysand continues to feel intentional… and equal.There’s banter, tension, emotional growth, and a few High Lord one-liners that had us fully unwell.Wings, healing, flirting via magical correspondence, and the first real taste of freedom—grab your book, your beverage, your bestie and let’s get into it.

Feyre’s world keeps getting smaller—and the red flags keep getting louder.In this episode of High Queen, we’re breaking down ACOMAF Chapters 8–22, from the Spring Court’s brutal tithe to Feyre’s growing restlessness, resurfacing trauma, and the cracks forming in her engagement to Tamlin. We talk control disguised as protection, the weight of survivor's guilt, Nesta looming on the horizon, and why Feyre’s dynamic with Rhysand feels… different.There’s banter, tension, uncomfortable realizations, and the beginning of a shift that changes everything.Trauma, flirting, claws on walls, and the slow unraveling of “happily ever after"—grab your book, your beverage, your bestie and let’s get into it.

A wedding dressed in red. Nightmares that won’t let go. A savior who can’t breathe.In this episode, we dive into Chapters 1–7 of A Court of Mist and Fury—where Feyre is unraveling, Tamlin is tightening his grip, and everything that once felt like a fairytale starts to rot from the inside out. From suffocating silks and silent dinners to the moment that changes everything…“Hello, Feyre darling.” We break down Feyre’s trauma, the warning signs she keeps ignoring, and the first crack in the life she thought she wanted. Prythian is shifting—and so is she.Grab your book and read along with us. Things are about to get very interesting.

Feyre has crossed the line she can never uncross — Under the Mountain.In this episode, we break down the final chapters of A Court of Thorns and Roses: three trials, two impossible bargains, and our very first High Queen Pod book rating.We talk through Amarantha’s cruel games, Feyre’s impossible choices, Lucien’s quiet loyalty, Tamlin’s restraint, and the very confusing, very intriguing role Rhysand plays in keeping Feyre alive — and sane.This section is brutal, emotional, and wildly addictive, and it completely reshapes who Feyre is by the final page.We’re closing the book on ACOTAR… but the story is far from over.

Fire Night, falling in love, and the moment everything changes.In this episode of High Queen, we’re breaking down ACOTAR Chapters 21–33 — the section where romance deepens, Feyre finally lets her guard down, and the story takes a sharp, darker turn.We talk magical lore, character growth, iconic moments (yes, that love confession), and the curse that’s been haunting the Spring Court — all leading to a cliffhanger that sends Feyre straight Under the Mountain.Grab your book, your beverage, and your bestie — it’s time to turn the page.

Feyre’s story begins here.In Episode 2 of The High Queen Podcast, we dive into A Court of Thorns and Roses, Chapters 1–20, and step fully into Prythian for the first time. We break down Feyre’s journey from survival to captivity, unpack the Beauty and the Beast parallels, and start examining the power dynamics that shape her relationship with Tamlin.We talk first impressions, red flags, world-building, and what these opening chapters reveal about Feyre as a heroine, before she ever realizes how powerful she truly is.Beauty and the Beast vibes, bad decisions, and the beginning of Feyre’s transformation - let’s get into it

Welcome to The High Queen Podcast! In our first episode, hosts Miranda and Autumn introduce themselves, share how their friendship grew from pageantry to page-turners, and explain the heart behind the show. From powerful heroines to messy growth arcs, this podcast is about stories that remind women they are the main characters of their own lives. Grab your book, your beverage, and your bestie—this is just the beginning.