Story Darlings

This is part 2 of our summary and discussion of Heir of Fire by Sarah J Maas. There are giant talking spiders, Dorian’s relationship is short-lived, Rowan and Celaena get closer, and it turns out Manon ain’t ALL bad—she’s got a soft spot for broken things—à la Abraxos—much to Grandma’s infinite disapproval. This is the book where major pivotal things pop off and IT'S SO GOOD! 🔥🔥🔥 Thanks so much for listening. If you enjoyed this episode, you can support our show by leaving a rating or review. It's such a big help! 🖤 Follow along on our Throne of Glass series readalong: Instagram: https://instagram.com/storydarlings/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/storydarlings Facebook: https://facebook.com/storydarlings Our blog: https://storydarlings.com

The Throne of Glass series readalong continues with Heir of Fire part 1. Tera and Sandra are fully aboard the "Good Ship Aedion." You don't have to tell them twice.  And Rowan who?? There are so many characters being introduced, but this is when Throne of Glass finally starts to feel like epic fantasy. Manon Blackbeak might be Sandra's favorite character ever (despite Tera thinking she's chaotic-evil), and awww. Tera thinks Dorian has a good thing going with Sorscha. That's cute. IYKYK. Witches, wyverns, wyrdmarks, and Wendlyn... oh my! This story is just getting started. Thank you so much for tuning in to part 1 of our Heir of Fire summary and discussion. If you enjoyed this episode, please support our show by leaving a rating or review—it helps more than you know. 🖤 Follow along on our Throne of Glass series readalong: Instagram: https://instagram.com/storydarlings/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/storydarlings Facebook: https://facebook.com/storydarlings Our blog: https://storydarlings.com

After the events discussed in the previous episode, Tera was ready for capital 'R' Revenge. So, did she get it? More importantly, why does Dorian have "magic fingers" according to some (Sandra)? Thanks for listening to part 2 of our Crown of Midnight discussion! If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a rating or review. 🖤 Where to follow along on our Throne of Glass series readalong: Instagram: https://instagram.com/storydarlings/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/storydarlings Facebook: https://facebook.com/storydarlings Our blog: https://storydarlings.com

"We've already got a love triangle going on—we don't need a love square." In this episode, Tera and Sandra discuss the first part of Crown of Midnight (chapters 1–29), and oof. It's a lot. Does Tera still love Chaol Westfall? Why is Celaena eating so much chocolate cake? We need all the girl rage, plz. Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a rating or review. 🖤 Where to follow along on our Throne of Glass series readalong: Instagram: https://instagram.com/storydarlings/   Twitter: https://twitter.com/storydarlings   Facebook: https://facebook.com/storydarlings   Our blog: https://storydarlings.com

In this episode, Tera and Sandra discuss Throne of Glass by Sarah J Maas from chapter 27 onward. Tera still has love for Chaol, but will it last? Thanks so much for tuning in. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a rating or review. 🖤 Where to follow along on our Throne of Glass series readalong:  Instagram: https://instagram.com/storydarlings/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/storydarlings  Facebook: https://facebook.com/storydarlings  Our blog: https://storydarlings.com 

Happy Galentine's Day! Veteran SJM reader, Sandra, joins virgin SJM reader, Tera, to discuss the first 26 chapters of Throne of Glass by Sarah J Maas. Do you think it's fair to call Celaena Sardothien cocky? Is Chaol Westfall's gruff sense of honor a hindrance to what is right? Should Crown Prince Dorian be "knocked down a peg" as Tera puts it? And what the hell are wyrdmarks? We discuss all this and more in the season 2 premiere of Story Darlings. Thanks so much for tuning in. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a rating or review. 🖤 Where to follow along: Twitter: twitter.com/storydarlings  Bookstagram: instagram.com/storydarlings/  BookTube: youtube.com/sandragibbons  Our blog: storydarlings.com

Hip-hip-hooray! Tera & Sandra are BACK after a loooong staycation, and they're kicking things off with a series readalong: Throne of Glass by Sarah J Maas. Take a shot every time someone says "ship." The first episode drops Valentine's Day. Thanks for listening. Question or comment? Leave us a voice message (we may feature you on a future episode!) Where to follow along: Twitter: twitter.com/storydarlings Bookstagram: instagram.com/storydarlings/ BookTube: youtube.com/sandragibbons Our blog: storydarlings.com

Happy Valentine's Day! Tera & Sandra are joined by Jessea from Tiaras and Books to discuss the romance-fantasy novel From Blood and Ash by Jennifer Armentrout. Jessea also gushes about her favorite show of all time: Angel. So you know Tera appreciates that. Show notes: storydarlings.com/018

In this episode, Sandra & Tera share their favorite reads of 2021. From indie books and non-fiction to romance and epic fantasy—these are the stories that resonated the most and will be remembered for years to come. What were some of your favorites? Show notes: storydarlings.com/017

Tera & Sandra are joined by friend and science fiction author, Ty Carlson. They discuss his first book, The Bench, and forthcoming stories planned for his Dadirri Saga. He also shares insights into his writing process. You can order a copy of his book here! Show notes: storydarlings.com/016

Happy New Year! Tera & Sandra are back, kicking off 2022 with another blast from the past: the 2000s cult classic, Mean Girls. They also share their appreciation for Lan's butt, and Sandra talks demonic possession and how her first experience with jury duty went (it was weird). Show notes: storydarlings.com/015

Sandra Gibbons & Tera Palozola share their favorite Christmas movies. Tera has a lot, Sandra does not. These are the movies that get us in the holiday spirit—reminding us of Christmases-past and giving us hope for Christmases-future. You can tell Tera wrote this because if Sandra had, it would just read, “Bah humbug!” Since we're observing the holidays over the next 2 weeks, our next episode will be released on January 3, 2022. Happy New Year. Show notes: storydarlings.com/014

Sandra Gibbons & Tera Palozola take a trip down memory lane with the hit TV show Gilmore Girls. They discuss how the series defined their teenage years and how they relate to the characters now as adults. Show notes: storydarlings.com/013

Tera Palozola & Sandra Gibbons discuss Netflix's Red Notice (starring Ryan Reynolds, Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, and Gal Gadot), about two international art thieves vying for top spot with an American agent hot on their trail. Show notes: storydarlings.com/012

Sandra Gibbons & Tera Palozola discuss the book series and television adaptation of Me Before You by Jojo Moyes, and whether it’s better to have loved and lost or never to have loved at all. They also share why it’s important to not only find joy in the small things, but to live life to the fullest. Show notes: storydarlings.com/011

Sandra Gibbons & Tera Palozola discuss the Netflix documentary, American Murder: The Family Next Door, which follows Chris Watts and the disappearance of his wife, Shanann Watts, and their two daughters, Bella and CeCe. Show notes: storydarlings.com/010

Sandra Gibbons & Tera Palozola welcome college buddy, David Ziama, to the show to discuss the Netflix Kissing Booth movies, which star Joey King & Jacob Elordi. Show notes: storydarlings.com/009

In celebration of International Author Day, Tera Palozola & Sandra Gibbons welcome children’s book author Nonku Kunene Adumetey to talk about her upcoming book, “I Celebrate My Voice.” Nonku shares deeply personal stories on overcoming adversity. Show notes: storydarlings.com/008

12 years after its release, Jennifer’s Body, which stars Megan Fox & Amanda Seyfried, has finally found its audience as a commentary on sexism and feminism. Sandra Gibbons & Tera Palozola unpack the film’s influences and themes. Show notes: storydarlings.com/007

Some things are too good to last. Sandra Gibbons & Tera Palozola discuss the season finale of Joseph Gordon-Levitt’s Apple TV+ series, Mr. Corman. Show notes: storydarlings.com/006

Tera Palozola & Sandra Gibbons share their all-time favorite moments in the 15-season television series, Supernatural, which stars Jensen Ackles & Jared Padalecki. Show notes: storydarlings.com/005

With the recent release of Wildest Dreams (Taylor's Version) Sandra Gibbons & Tera Palozola discuss one of the most prolific storytellers of our time: Taylor Swift. Show notes: storydarlings.com/004

Sandra Gibbons & Tera Palozola discuss mental health and Mr. Corman, a new Apple TV+ series starring, written, and directed by Joseph Gordon-Levitt. Show notes: storydarlings.com/003

In this episode of Story Darlings, Tera Palozola & Sandra Gibbons muse about why people love Hocus Pocus so much. Show notes: storydarlings.com/002

Tera Palozola & Sandra Gibbons discuss the merits of reading about toxic relationships. Exhibit A: the After series by Anna Todd. Show notes: storydarlings.com/001

In this introductory episode, Sandra Gibbons & Tera Palozola share what to expect on the Story Darlings show. Books, songs, video games, movies. Stories—in all their mediums—are fair game. Thanks for listening.