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Is this a kissing book?
Of Swords and Soulmates features two couples (and sometimes more), with varying reading preferences and experiences, as they read, listen, and sometimes watch romantasy stories and discuss plot, fantasy elements, romance, spice, theories, and more. Join us for our non-expert opinions as we discuss, argue, rave, rant, and hopefully entertain. We may just help you find your next reading obsession or at least contribute to that TBR list!
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Episode
Twenty Two
We take a merry jaunt into magical realms with “Jingle All the Slay”, a cozy mystery wrapped in holiday cheer. We ponder how this story is a mash up of ‘Murder She Wrote’ and a stereotypical Hallmark Channel Christmas Movie. As we gear up for our end-of-year wrap-up, we invite you to be part of our adventure, send in your questions and tell us about your favorite read this year!
Episode
Twenty Three
We reflect on our literary journey in 2024, discussing our favorite challenges, surprising reads, and popular books left unread. The episode showcases the variety of genres we explored and the sense of community built around our shared experiences. We talk about what we loved, disliked, 2025 anticipations, and what we would read again. Don’t miss this episode!
Episode
Twenty Four
What happens when the familiar meets the fantastical in Rebecca Yarros’s “Fourth Wing”? Get ready to uncover whether the familiar tropes in her series soar or crash as we dissect the book’s re-readability, Easter eggs, and world-building elements compared to the likes of other dystopian fantasy bold storytelling? Tune in as we speculate on the upcoming sequel, “Iron Flame,” and what it might mean for her fate.
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Currently Reading
We are currently reading Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros
Next Read
We are planning to read Ice Planet Barbarians by Ruby Dixon