Dragons in the Details: A Crescent City & Maasverse Deep Dive Podcast

We are BACK this week to talk about the FIERCEST dragon on the continent and her stubborn, shadow wielding son - Sgaeyl and Xaden! We’re breaking down what exactly went down with Alic, Xaden, and Molvic; laying out all the possible scenarios for Xaden’s family tree; and pondering what exactly Xaden’s mission is and how Sgaeyl fits into it. Plus - the Baran name reveal, Fen kept Xaden away from aristocrats, and did Kaori have a hand in developing Xaden’s second signet? As usual, you’ll be getting theories and updates galore in this week’s episode. And after this one, you’ll be getting an episode for each chapter. We are still working out exactly what that will look like, but we think each of these stories deserves their own episode. So hang with us as we uncover every clue, go down every rabbit hole, and spiral together during our Threshing Day Coverage! Come to our live show: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dragons-in-the-details-a-court-of-splintered-harmony-live-reaction-show-tickets-2000310882697 NOTE ON…

OH MY GODS WHAT AN INCREDIBLE EXPERIENCE THAT WAS. Babes, it’s finally time for us to talk about Threshing Day and we are oh so excited to be back in this world! What a ride! Join your favorite off-the-wall theorists and insane book besties Abby and Ronnie as they react to Threshing Day. What were our favorite moments? Who were our favorite POVs? Who do we like more now? And more importantly - What’s going on with all the bleeding? The dragons are lying about…everything?? What do you mean we met ASHER?!? BONDING OUTSIDE THRESHING IS ON THE TABLE?!?! We have so many thoughts and we need to talk about all of them with you! Don’t worry! This is our reactions episode, but you will be getting 13 episodes after this - one for each chapter. We are still working out exactly what that will look like, but we think each of these stories deserves their own episode. So hang with us as we uncover every clue, go down every rabbit hole, and spiral together during our Threshing Day Coverage! NOTE ON SPOILERS: This episode…

Babes!! We are back for our last episode of our Crescent City season! We probably could have kept talking about Crescent City for months, but we’ve got new releases coming out so sadly we must be moving on. We thought, what better way to end this season that with the Starsword and Truth Teller - both of which we have a strong suspicion will make appearances in ACOTAR 6. We’re breaking down their powers, diving deep on who can and can’t wield them, and theorizing on why we’re going to need a Prince of Hel on Prythian. Lot’s of juicy theories this episode - you won’t want to miss it! NOTE ON SPOILERS: This episode will have spoilers for both ACOTAR and Crescent City. If you have not read every book in both the A Court of Thorns and Roses and Crescent City series, beware! We will also have a section at the end for full Maasverse spoilers, including Throne of Glass - but we will include a spoiler warning in the episode for that! The best way to support the show is by purchasing a monthly membership on Patreon.…

Babes!! We are back this week with a very exciting episode on Crescent City’s cruel parasitic overlords - The Asteri! We’re diving deep on the Asteri’s powers, investigating why we never see them wield the Trove, and finally getting to the bottom of why Hesperus and Vesperus are both called the Evening Star. Plus, in our Maasverse section, we break down the different types of world walking we’ve seen across the Maasverse, question if there’s a drop in Erilea, and ponder who Rigelus might have disguised himself as. So if you’ve ever wondered why the Asteri on Midgard seem so much weaker than the Asteri on Prythian, tune in to this week’s episode to find out! NOTE ON SPOILERS: This episode will have spoilers for both ACOTAR and Crescent City. If you have not read every book in both the A Court of Thorns and Roses and Crescent City series, beware! We will also have a section at the end for full Maasverse spoilers, including Throne of Glass - but we will include a spoiler warning in the episode for that! The…

Babes!! We are very excited to be bringing this week’s episode about our favorite librarian-priestess / witch / sorceress / gallery owner - Jesiba Roga. We’re breaking down Jesiba’s powers, exactly what happened when Apollion “touched” her, everything we know about Parthos, and more! Plus, Ronnie has a killer theory on why Apollion is so obsessed with Jesiba and her books. So if you want to know why Jesiba was so hell bent on protecting her library, and why it matters that she’s now left it to Bryce, tune in to this week’s episode! NOTE ON SPOILERS: This episode will have spoilers for both ACOTAR and Crescent City. If you have not read every book in both the A Court of Thorns and Roses and Crescent City series, beware! We will also have a section at the end for full Maasverse spoilers, including Throne of Glass - but we will include a spoiler warning in the episode for that! Character art for this episode cover is by nym.phen! The best way to support the show is by purchasing a monthly membership on Patreon.…

Babes! We are giving you not one, but two episodes this week since we miss you all so much! We couldn't decide whether or not to re-release our Koschei Deep Dive or our ACOTAR 6 Predictions episode, so we thought, why not both? So here it is in all it's glory. This episode was recorded before we even knew ACOTAR 6 was being release, before Sarah J. Maas went on Call Her Daddy, before any of it. So if the predictions are a little wacky, that's why! But either way, we hope you enjoy it! Original Show Notes: **DISCLAIMER: This episode was recorded BEFORE the Sarah J Maas interview on Call Her Daddy was released. But we still feel good about it. So we’re releasing it!*** WHAT’S GOING TO HAPPEN IN ACOTAR 6?? In the final episode of our ACOTAR season, Abby and Ronnie break down their predictions for book six. From our POV characters (could we get as many as eight?) to the major plot points (looking at you, Koschei) we’re breaking down allllll our thoughts. Will Elain and Azriel ever find love? Will we get a…

Babes! In honor of confirmation of Koschei as our Valkerie Cycle villain, we decided we would take it back to our Koschei Deep Dive from last season. We get into all the lore, theories, and banter you love, and we even have a tie in to the Valkyriesl! One things for sure - after this episode, we're getting really excited about Koschei being our big bad for books 6-8. Hope you enjoy! Who is the villain of ACOTAR 6? In this deep dive podcast episode, we explore the Slavic folklore behind Koschei the Deathless to predict Sarah J. Maas's next moves in the ACOTAR series. Discover the mysterious powers of Koschei, the intriguing Onyx Box theory, and the secrets behind the Swan Maidens. Plus, we dive into the Maasverse lore with connections to Throne of Glass and Crescent City, unraveling the nature of the Death Gods. Whether you're a fan of Feyre's journey or the wider Maasverse, this episode offers deep insights and new theories. JOIN THE DISCUSSION: 👉 SUBSCRIBE for weekly deep dives! Dragons in the Details is…

Babes! This week we had the immense pleasure of being guest on STAN, a podcast that observes and examines all things fandom. We sit down with host Allegra to discuss the ACOTAR fandom, romantasy at large, and why these books are for everyone. Show notes: I am the rock against which the surf crashes. Nothing can break me. Our angelic guests Abby and Ronnie (from @DragonsintheDetailsPod) lead the conversation on Sarah J Maas’s A Court of Thorn’s and Roses (ACOTAR) series. We get into the depth and complexity of fantasy world building, the frustrating societal tendency to denigrate media and literature intended for women, the positive impact of elevating relationships written for the female gaze. Tangents include… ​The unfortunate series of events that led to all the teen stars of game of thrones witnessing me have a panic attack ​The ‘clean’ vs ‘dirty’ boy dichotemy ​The underrated ecstasy of organised fun! You can find more of Dragons in the Details on their website: https://www.dragonsinthedetails.com/ We…

Babes!! We are finally digging into one of our lady of science, (former) queen of the witches, the head of House of Flame and Shadow herself - Hypaxia Enador! Low-key, after recording this episode, we both forgot how great Hypaxia is. Ronnie and Abby sit down to talk Hypaxia’s powers (including her terrible necromancy), her tutors (how old is too old?), and what it means that she seems to have replaced the Under-King. Plus in our full Maasverse section we dive deep on just ~ where ~ those healing abilities of her came from. Buckle up, this week’s episode is a wild ride! NOTE ON SPOILERS: This episode will have spoilers for both ACOTAR and Crescent City. If you have not read every book in both the A Court of Thorns and Roses and Crescent City series, beware! We will also have a section at the end for full Maasverse spoilers, including Throne of Glass - but we will include a spoiler warning in the episode for that! Character art for this episode was provided by elizianna.the.one! The best way to support the…

BABESSSSS!!!! We FINALLY have our covers, titles, and blurbs for ACOTAR 6 and 7 and we are soooo excited to break them down for you! Join us as we dive into the meaning behind “A Court of Splintered Harmony” and “A Court of Forgotten Melody.” We’re talking fires, bones, dragons(?!), portals, spiders, 8 pointed stars, spindles, fate, Valkyries, Koschei, Wagner (?!), and more! From the betrayal and truths that are rocking the night court to the events that will leave Prythian changed forever, we can’t wait to read these books and we’re so excited to be starting this journey with all of you! NOTE ON SPOILERS: This episode will have spoilers for both ACOTAR and Crescent City. If you have not read every book in both the A Court of Thorns and Roses and Crescent City series, beware! We will also have a section at the end for full Maasverse spoilers, including Throne of Glass - but we will include a spoiler warning in the episode for that! The best way to support the show is by purchasing a monthly membership on…

It’s finally time to dig into one of the biggest questions in the Maasverse: What’s going on with Avallen? This week we’re breaking down the misty isle to the North, and we definitely have more questions than answers! We’re chatting about why the mists around Avallen parted for Bryce and Helena, what’s going on with those wards that extend Beneath, and why the Prison and Avallen seem to be identical? Plus we’re diving into Morven, his stag throne (ew!), his powers, and his mysterious sensitivity to Truth Teller. And finally we’re wrapping up with a popular internet theory - is Cormac really dead? All that (and more) in this week’s episode! NOTE ON SPOILERS: This episode will have spoilers for both ACOTAR and Crescent City. If you have not read every book in both the A Court of Thorns and Roses and Crescent City series, beware! We will also have a section at the end for full Maasverse spoilers, including Throne of Glass - but we will include a spoiler warning in the episode for that! The best way to support…

It is finally time to talk about Lidia Cervos!!! And We! Are! Excited! This week we’re breaking down Lidia’s (insane) powers, her eerie ability to know things, the story she tells Ruhn (sounds like a certain witchy lady we know), and who she’s actually (!) descended from (perhaps not as straightforward as it seems!). Plus Ruhn and Lidia's real-life meet-cute! All that - and more! - in this week’s episode of Dragons in the Details! NOTE ON SPOILERS: This episode will have spoilers for both ACOTAR and Crescent City. If you have not read every book in both the A Court of Thorns and Roses and Crescent City series, beware! We will also have a section at the end for full Maasverse spoilers, including Throne of Glass - but we will include a spoiler warning in the episode for that! Character art for this episode was provided by elizianna.the.one! The best way to support the show is by purchasing a monthly membership on Patreon. So if you like what we would do and would like to support us, the link is here:…

Babes! We are back this week talking about one of our favorite characters in the whole Maasverse - Ruhn Danaan, Crown Prince of the Valbarran Fae! We’re breaking down Ruhn’s numerous (and surprising) powers, where his powers work and where they don’t, why his shadows are so different from Cormac’s (and Azriel’s!), and where him and Lidia actually met. Through it all, we’ll talk about Ruhn’s seemingly numerous ties to night court, and ask ourselves the question everyone wants to know the answer to - Why does Ruhn look just like Rhys? All that (and more) in this week’s episode! NOTE ON SPOILERS: This episode will have spoilers for both ACOTAR and Crescent City. If you have not read every book in both the A Court of Thorns and Roses and Crescent City series, beware! We will also have a section at the end for full Maasverse spoilers, including Throne of Glass - but we will include a spoiler warning in the episode for that! Character art for this episode was provided by eburnsillustrations! If you are interested,…

Babes! We are back this week with a very special episode, covering a question that the fandom lovessssss to talk about: Are Hunt and Bryce really mates?! This is a HUGE question with a whole bunch of controversy surrounding it, so we try to treat it with the respect it deserves. We’re getting into, what, exactly when Hunt and Bryce have sex (including that WILD scene in Avallen), the arguments for (and against) them being mates, and the Bryceriel question. This week is slightly different, since we’re not providing our own theories, but discussing popular fan theories as well. Huge shoutout to our listeners Anastasia, Swizzy, and Nina for all of your help in researching this episode! WE ARE NOW ON PATREON! The best way to support the podcast is by purchasing a monthly membership. So if you like what we would do and would like to support us, the link is here: https://www.patreon.com/cw/DragonsInTheDetailsPod NOTE ON SPOILERS: This episode will have spoilers for both ACOTAR and Crescent City. If you have not…

Hello lovely listeners! We are back with our final episode of Dragons After Dark on Spotify, and it’s a great one! This week we are very excited to speak with Jennifer Michelle Herrera, author of the upcoming “Siren Says!” We sit down with Jennifer to talk about her (very unique!) journey to getting published, what advice she would give to aspiring authors as a literary agent, Alan Turing (of course), and what inspired her to write “Siren Says.” We absolutely loved having Jennifer on the show and hope you all enjoy listening to the interview as much as we enjoyed recording it! And as a reminder, starting next week this show will be available exclusively on Patreon, so if you want to keep up with all of Abby and Ronnie’s bookish shenanigans, be sure to subscribe there! For less than the price of a movie ticket you will be getting four extra episodes each month. Hope to see you on Patreon! Siren Says synopsis: Twenty-five-year-old Raven Wynn knows that the ancient plant magic running through her veins brings…

WE ARE NOW ON PATREON! The best way to support the podcast is by purchasing a monthly membership. So if you like what we would do and would like to support us, the link is here: https://www.patreon.com/cw/DragonsInTheDetailsPod Helllloooooo lovely listeners! We are back this week to talk about everyone’s favorite Lord of Lighting, Prince of Hel, the Umbra Mortis himself - Hunt Athalar! In this episode we get into Hunt’s powers (There are many! They are confusing! This is not a simple answer!), his sensitivity to the Mask, why he’s always compared to a God, and what, exactly, are the implications of his name being Orion. All that (and more!) in this week’s episode of Dragons in the Details! NOTE ON SPOILERS: This episode will have spoilers for both ACOTAR and Crescent City. If you have not read every book in both the A Court of Thorns and Roses and Crescent City series, beware! We will also have a section at the end for full Maasverse spoilers, including Throne of Glass - but we will include a spoiler warning…

WE ARE NOW ON PATREON! The best way to support the podcast is by purchasing a monthly membership. So if you like what we would do and would like to support us, the link is here: https://www.patreon.com/cw/DragonsInTheDetailsPod Hello lovely listeners! We are back with our latest episode of Dragons After Dark! Each week, Ronnie and Abby will bring you a full bonus episode of bookish content. It will cover the books we’re loving, the shows we’re watching, book news, reviews, and more! And as you might have guessed by now, it will be a little looser than our normal deep dives, but with plenty of our signature banter. For our third episode, we are chatting about one of the best fantasy series of the past few years - The Moonfall Series by Sarah A. Parker (When the Moon Hatched, The Ballad of Falling Dragons)! We chat about our journeys with the series, discuss how breaking up the story into two books worked (or didn’t work) in its favor, where we think Raeve and Kaan’s story should go from here, and what we…

BABES!! This week we are continuing our conversation about our favorite Super Powerful and Special Magic Starborn Princess, Bryce Adelaide Quinlan! This is part 2 of our two part deep dive into the Queen of the Valbarran Fae herself. This episode picks right up where we left off last week and keeps the theories coming!. We’re talking about Bryce’s time in Prythian, why she landed where she landed, why Nesta and Azriel had to be the ones to go with her, what happened with the pesky prison door, and the differences between Dusk Court and Night Court, We get into all that - and more! - in this week’s episode of Dragons in the Details! NOTE ON SPOILERS: This episode will have spoilers for both ACOTAR and Crescent City. If you have not read every book in both the A Court of Thorns and Roses and Crescent City series, beware! We will also have a section at the end for full Maasverse spoilers, including Throne of Glass - but we will include a spoiler warning in the episode for that! CHAPTERS: 00:32 Bugs, Cults, and…

Trigger Warning: Discussion of war, torture, sexual assault, suicidal ideation, and trauma as depicted in Alchemised. Hello lovely listeners! We are back with our latest episode of Dragons After Dark! Each week, Ronnie and Abby will bring you a full bonus episode of bookish content. It will cover the books we’re loving, the shows we’re watching, book news, reviews, and more! And as you might have guessed by now, it will be a little looser than our normal deep dives, but with plenty of our signature banter. For our second episode, we are chatting about Abby’s favorite book of 2025 (and maybe the past five years) - Alchemised by SenLin Yu! We chat about our journeys with Alchemised, Alchemised’s connection to its source material, and what we loved and didn’t love about the book. The episode is broken into a spoiler-free and spoiler-ful discussion. One note - Alchemised is a heavy book that deals with heavy themes, so if you want to sit this one out, we totally understand! We will be back with a new episode…

BABES!! It’s finally time to talk about our Super Powerful and Special Magic Starborn Princess, Bryce Adelaide Quinlan! This is part 1 of our two part deep dive into the Queen of the Valbarran Fae herself. This episode is a veritable theory bonanza if we do say so ourselves. We’re talking Bryce’s star, her powers, her connection to - not one - but two handsome winged men, and how she is able to so easily wield the Mask. We get into all that - and more! - in this week’s episode of Dragons in the Details! NOTE ON SPOILERS: This episode will have spoilers for both ACOTAR and Crescent City. If you have not read every book in both the A Court of Thorns and Roses and Crescent City series, beware! We will also have a section at the end for full Maasverse spoilers, including Throne of Glass - but we will include a spoiler warning in the episode for that! CHAPTERS: 00:30 An Absolutely Drastic Change 08:52 Episode Overview: Bryce Deep Dive 15:16 Fun Question: Platonic Hang 19:12 COSMs- Silene's Carvings, The Sidra…

Hello lovely listeners! We have a little surprise for you this week! We are launching a new series, called (tentatively) Dragons After Dark! Each week, Ronnie and Abby will bring you a full bonus episode of bookish content. It will cover the books we’re loving, the shows we’re watching, book news, reviews, and more! And as you might have guessed by now, it will be a little looser than our normal deep dives, but with plenty of our signature banter. For our very first (official) episode of Dragons After Dark, we are talking the show that literally everyone has watched by now - Off Campus! So sit back, relax, maybe pour yourself a nice bottle of wine, and enjoy our chat about one of the best shows about hockey ever made. Creator Corner Shout Outs: Haley Puent Art: Instagram, Website Janey Rainbow: TikTok, Website HT Haze - Instagram, YouTube CHAPTERS: 00:00 The Two Olivia's Ruling Our Lives 06:14 Introducing: Dragons After Dark! 10:32 Creator Corner - That's Janie with an N! 20:54 Diving into 'Off Campus'…

Join your favorite story sleuths Abby and Ronnie as they dive into what might be the worst Maasverse character of all time - Pelias!! How much was Pelias playing puppet master in Prythian? Why did he betray his people to the Daglan? What was the new power that Silene saw him wield before she went back to Prythian? And how did he manage to die twice?? We get into all that - and more! - in this week’s episode of Dragons in the Details! NOTE ON SPOILERS: This episode will have spoilers for both ACOTAR and Crescent City. If you have not read every book in both the A Court of Thorns and Roses and Crescent City series, beware! We will also have a section at the end for full Maasverse spoilers, including Throne of Glass - but we will include a spoiler warning in the episode for that! CHAPTERS: 00:36 Oh No! We're Getting Married! 09:15 Episode Overview: Pelias Deep Dive 13:19 Fun Question: Choose your baby sitter! 16:36 Corrections, Omissions, Social Media Shout Outs 22:36 What was Pelias's role in all this? 36:19…

Join your favorite book detectives Abby and Ronnie as they dive into the sisters that defy all punnet squares - Silene and Helena! Why didn’t Silene reveal how to defeat the Daglan in her Ted Talk? What were the rivers of starlight that Helena carved into the caves in Avallen? Why did Theia say only her heirs were worth to tend to the Prison? Find out all that - and more - in this week's deep dive NOTE ON SPOILERS: This episode will have spoilers for both ACOTAR and Crescent City. If you have not read every book in both the A Court of Thorns and Roses and Crescent City series, beware! We will also have a section at the end for full Maasverse spoilers, including Throne of Glass - but we will include a spoiler warning in the episode for that! CHAPTERS: 00:32 Rory's Dental Adventure 05:12 Episode Overview: Silene and Helena Deep Dive 08:45 Fun Question: College Majors - Archeron Edition 11:03 COSMs 16:16 What are Silene and Helena's Powers? 29:21 What Part's of Silene's Story do we think are Fishy? 49:33 What…

Join your favorite Maasverse mystery solvers Abby and Ronnie as they dive into the first and only royal line of Prythian — Theia and Fionn! Why didn't Theia call on Hel in the final battle against the Asteri? How was Fionn able to choose his own heir? Why couldn’t Theia just kill Fionn the old fashioned way? And what would it have taken to defeat the Daglan on Prythian? Find out all that - and more - in this week's deep dive NOTE ON SPOILERS: This episode will have spoilers for both ACOTAR and Crescent City. If you have not read every book in both the A Court of Thorns and Roses and Crescent City series, beware! We will also have a section at the end for full Maasverse spoilers, including Throne of Glass - but we will include a spoiler warning in the episode for that! CHAPTERS: 00:29 Off Campus Today, Off Campus Tomorrow, Off Campus Forever 05:17 Episode Overview: Theia and Fionn Deep Dive! 08:17 Fun Question: What apps would Theia and Fionn use? 11:01 COSMs 20:08 What Really Went Down with Theia and Hel?…

Join your favorite book detectives Abby and Ronnie as they dive into Abby’s personal Roman Empire, the Evening Star herself, the last remaining Asteri on Prythian - Vesperus! What was Vesperus up to on the Prison Island, and why was she trying to hide it from the other Asteri? Why did Theia bury her in a crystal sarcophagus? How come Vesperus can touch Ataraxia and not the starsword? And the question on everyone’s minds - why does she bleed black? Find out all that (and more) in this week’s episode - Crescent City: Vesperus Deep Dive! NOTE ON SPOILERS: This episode will have spoilers for both ACOTAR and Crescent City. If you have not read every book in both the A Court of Thorns and Roses and Crescent City series, beware! We will also have a section at the end for full Maasverse spoilers, including Throne of Glass - but we will include a spoiler warning in the episode for that! CHAPTERS: 00:30 Welcome Back to Iced Matcha Season 05:04 Convince me to Read: Direbound vs. Moonfall 16:24 Fun Question: What’s Most…

Join your favorite plot P.I.s Abby and Ronnie as they ponder what exactly is up with the Princes of the Pit and the Ravine. What were Apollion and Thanatos actually trying to achieve in Crescent City? Why is Thanatos all bark no bite? What exactly went down at the Astronomer’s? Why do Silene and Helena mysteriously have Apollion’s power? And of course - who the Hel is Lord Thanatos’s daughter? Find out all that (and more) in this week’s episode - Crescent City: Apollion and Thanatos Deep Dive! NOTE ON SPOILERS: This episode will have spoilers for both ACOTAR and Crescent City. If you have not read every book in both the A Court of Thorns and Roses and Crescent City series, beware! We will also have a section at the end for full Maasverse spoilers, including Throne of Glass - but we will include a spoiler warning in the episode for that! CHAPTERS: 00:31 Ronnie is Amazing, Abby has Thoughts 11:36 Episode Overview: Apollion & Thanatos Deep Dive 14:53 Fun Question: Choose Your Prince of Hel 17:04 COSMs 26:12…

Join your favorite novel gumshoes Abby and Ronnie as they try to unlock the mysteries of the seven levels of Hel! This week we’re diving into all things Cold, Dark, Demonic and Princely. What is up with all these creatures from Hel? Why was the Kristallos venom able to be used as both an antidote to synth AND the Aster parasite? How come a black crown can’t hold a Prince of Hel? Did Bryce and Hunt actually go to Hel, or was it an illusion? And why did Jesiba tell Aidas not to fuck over Midgard - AGAIN! Find out all that (and more) in this week’s episode - Crescent City: Hel and Aidas Deep Dive! NOTE ON SPOILERS: This episode will have spoilers for both ACOTAR and Crescent City. If you have not read every book in both the A Court of Thorns and Roses and Crescent City series, beware! We will also have a section at the end for full Maasverse spoilers, including Throne of Glass - but we will include a spoiler warning in the episode for that! CHAPTERS: 00:30 Of Course We're Watching Off Campus! 11:42 Episode…

Quick Note - In our originally published version of this episode, we incorrectly attributed the role of Ursula in the cast of “The Little Mermaid Live!” to Oprah, not Queen Latifah. We sincerely apologize for this mistake. We have nothing but the greatest respect for both of these women and feel terrible about the mix-up. This version has been edited to remove the error, since we don’t like posting incorrect information, but we want to acknowledge the mistake and own it. We strive to get things right, and when we don't, we believe in saying so. Thank you for hearing us out. Original Show Notes: Join your favorite literary detectives Abby and Ronnie as they dive into everyone’s (?) favorite (?) wolf shifter, Danika Fendyr! This week we’re answering all the questions we had about Bryce’s surprisingly involved best friend. Just exactly what did Danika know, and when did she know it? Why did Danika put the Horn in Bryce’s back? And really, and the end of the day, was she actually a good friend? Find out all that…

Dragons!! Are you ready for our FIRST Deep Dive of our Crescent City season? Strap in, because this one’s a doozy - it’s our Starborn Fae Deep Dive! Join your favorite book sleuths Abby and Ronnie as they uncover alllll the secrets of the Starborn fae. What exactly are the Starborn fae, anyway? How come some of them have shadows and some of them don’t? Why does the power seem to mostly pop up in females? And why, oh why, does the power seem so very similar to the Asteri’s? Find out all that (and more) in this week’s episode! NOTE ON SPOILERS: This episode will have spoilers for both ACOTAR and Crescent City. If you have not read every book in both the A Court of Thorns and Roses and Crescent City series, beware! CHAPTERS: 00:00 Ramen for Breakfast 09:39 Episode Overview: Starborn Deep Dive 13:27 Announcements 14:43 Fun Question: Ritas or White Raven? 17:07 Corrections, Omissions, Social Media Shout Outs 24:54 What are the Starborn Fae? 33:13 What are the Powers of the Starborn Fae? 50:07 What do we think the…

Babes!! It’s! Finally! Time! To talk about Crescent City!!! Join your favorite off-the-wall theorists and insane book besties Abby and Ronnie as they react to their Crescent City re-reads. What are they catching this time that they missed last time? How do they think the Crescent City books stack up? Which book are they enjoying the most on their re-read? What character are they most excited to talk about this season?? Tune in to find out! NOTE ON SPOILERS: This episode will have spoilers for both ACOTAR and Crescent City. If you have not read every book in both the A Court of Thorns and Roses and Crescent City series, beware! CHAPTERS: 00:00 We're back babes!!! And so are all the books! 03:04 The Excitement of New Book Releases 06:25 Intro: It's our Crescent City Season! 07:48 Announcements: Hope you did your homework! 09:06 Fun Question 1: Who's our favorite? 15:41 Fun Question 2: Where do we want to live? 16:17 Exploring Prithian: A Dream Destination 17:10 Corrections, Omissions, Social Media Shout Outs…

Babes we are back! In preparation for our Crescent City season we are re-releasing some of our most relevant episodes from Season 2! With new banter and insights, but the same theories you love, join the dragons as they look back at their episode “Azriel Deep Dive!” NOTE ON SPOILERS: The new intro section will include spoilers for THE FULL MAASVERSE. In our Crescent City season, we will keep spoilers to ACOTAR & Crescent City for the first half, but because most of this discussion falls in our Maasverse section, we will be covering full Maasverse spoilers in these intros! You can skip past the intro chapter if you’d like to go straight to the ACOTAR only section. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro - Soup Season, Medieval Times, The Life of a Showgirl, T-Pain's still got it 16:26 Episode Overview - Azriel Deep Dive 18:50 ACOTAR COSMs - Elain getting comfy, Jesminda and Lucien 25:53 Fun Question - What would Azriel suggest for a first date? 26:51 ACOTAR Deep Dive: What is a shadowsinger? 42:46 ACOTAR Deep Dive: What is…

Babes we are back! In preparation for our Crescent City season we are re-releasing some of our most relevant episodes from Season 2! With new banter and insights, but the same theories you love, join the dragons as they look back at their episode “Nesta Deep Dive!” NOTE ON SPOILERS: The new intro section will include spoilers for THE FULL MAASVERSE. In our Crescent City season, we will keep spoilers to ACOTAR & Crescent City for the first half, but because most of this discussion falls in our Maasverse section, we will be covering full Maasverse spoilers in these intros! You can skip past the intro chapter if you’d like to go straight to the ACOTAR only section. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro - Fall is here and so is our Sodastream Era 11:06 Episode Overview: Nesta Archeron Deep Dive 15:37 COSMS: More Evidence for Ronnie's Gwyn / Lucien Theory 19:04 Fancasting Nesta 24:44 ACOTAR Deep Dive: What Are Nesta's Powers? 37:08 ACOTAR Deep Dive: How Did Nesta Resist Tamlin's Glamour? 44:00 ACOTAR Deep Dive: What is Nesta's…

Babes we are back! In preparation for our Crescent City season we are re-releasing some of our most relevant episodes from Season 2! With new banter and insights, but the same theories you love, join the dragons as they look back at their episode “Rhys’s Family Deep Dive!” NOTE ON SPOILERS: The new intro section will include spoilers for THE FULL MAASVERSE. In our Crescent City season, we will keep spoilers to ACOTAR & Crescent City for the first half, but because most of this discussion falls in our Maasverse section, we will be covering full Maasverse spoilers in these intros! You can skip past the intro chapter if you’d like to go straight to the ACOTAR only section. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Revisiting and Reflecting! 10:14 Intros (with our names this time!) 13:03 Our Most Theory - Packed Episode Yet 14:56 Here there be spoilers (ACOTAR edition) 17:38 Announcements - Be nice on socials please! 22:37 Rhys's Family Tree and Background 27:37 What really happened to Rhys's Mother and Sister? 36:48 Why did Rhys's…

Why do certain places in Prythian feel so strange? In this Maasverse deep dive, join Abby and Ronnie as they unlock the mysteries surrounding Prythian’s most unusual places. From the pool of starlight in the Spring court to the other-wordly monolith on Ramiel’s peak, the Dragons leave no stone unturned in the Bonus episode of Dragons in the Details! NOTE ON SPOILERS: Because this is a special Maasverse bonus episode, there will be no ACOTAR-only section of this episode! If you have not read all of A Court of Thorns and Roses (the series), Throne of Glass (the series), and Crescent City, you will be spoiled! CHAPTERS: 00:00 Life Announcements! 12:03 Corrections, Omissions, Social Media Shout Outs 29:33 Pool of Starlight - Let's Discuss! 53:17 What is the Hewn City? 01:29:18 The Middle 01:44:06 What’s the deal with Ramiel? 02:10:13 Starfall: Spirits in Migration 02:29:23 Pre-cog Corner! 02:43:10 trueCrime-outro-high-short.wav ABOUT THIS EPISODE: Dragons in the Details is the podcast that helps YOU better…

A reader and a non-reader react to Emerald Fennell's “Wuthering Heights” (2026) — is it a romance or a horror movie? Join Abby and Ronnie for a special bonus episode breaking down the most talked-about adaptation of the year. But of course, there’s a twist - while Wuthering Heights is one of Ronnie’s favorite books, Abby has never read it. Find out how they felt about the adaptation, and if their friendship survived, in this special episode of Dragons in the Details! NOTE ON SPOILERS: This episode will contain spoilers for all of Emerald Fennell’s Wuthering Heights and light spoilers for the book. Abby hasn’t read the book and she does not think she’s spoiled for it. Happy listening! CHAPTERS: 00:00 It's Ice Dancing Season 07:58 Exploring the Depths of Wuthering Heights 10:48 Initial Impressions of the Movie Adaptation 12:59 Expectations vs. Reality of the Film 15:28 The Complexity of Relationships in Wuthering Heights 27:04 Heathcliff's Madness and Revenge 29:54 Character Omissions and Their Impact 31:55…

Join Abby and Ronnie as they react to Sarah J Maas’s interview on Alex Cooper’s Call Her Daddy. From the moments they loved to what this means for ACOTAR 6 (+ 7!!!), join the Dragons as they break down every moment from the Call Her Daddy episode that rocked the book world. NOTE ON SPOILERS: We break our episodes into ACOTAR-Only and Maasverse sections, with the Maasverse sections at the end. There will be NO MAASVERSE SPOILERS in the ACOTAR only sections, but we will cover the entirety of the A Court of Thorns and Roses series in the ACOTAR sections. So whether you’ve only been to Prythian or you’ve explored the entire Maasverse, this podcast is for you! CHAPTERS: 00:00 This Episode was Recorded AFTER Call Her Daddy 02:29 Episode Overview: CHD Reactions 07:51 How we felt about this interview - Brava Alex! 20:29 Tamlin Talk 25:07 Rhys Reactions 33:04 Book 6 POVs 38:41 Will this be an ACOTAR only book? 40:37 Maasverse: What story do we think we're getting for book 6? 48:12 What did Sarah write that came…

**DISCLAIMER: This episode was recorded BEFORE the Sarah J Maas interview on Call Her Daddy was released. But we still feel good about it. So we’re releasing it!*** WHAT’S GOING TO HAPPEN IN ACOTAR 6?? In the final episode of our ACOTAR season, Abby and Ronnie break down their predictions for book six. From our POV characters (could we get as many as eight?) to the major plot points (looking at you, Koschei) we’re breaking down allllll our thoughts. Will Elain and Azriel ever find love? Will we get a redemption arc for one of our least favorite characters? And how much of the Maasverse will you have to read ahead of time? Find out our thoughts in this episode of Dragons in the Details! NOTE ON SPOILERS: We break our episodes into ACOTAR-Only and Maasverse sections, with the Maasverse sections at the end. There will be NO MAASVERSE SPOILERS in the ACOTAR only sections, but we will cover the entirety of the A Court of Thorns and Roses series in the ACOTAR sections. So whether you’ve only been to Prythian or…

What are the Illyrians, really? Why don’t they have any magic? And why do they hate women so much? In this ACOTAR + Maasverse deep dive, we unravel all the mysteries surrounding these illustrious Night Court warriors. From Azriel’s claim that Illyrians are born “hearing the wind” to the mysterious Illyrian who helps Nesta in the Blood Rite - we’re breaking down every mystery about these bats in this deep dive episode of Dragons in the Details! NOTE ON SPOILERS: We break our episodes into ACOTAR-Only and Maasverse sections, with the Maasverse sections at the end. There will be NO MAASVERSE SPOILERS in the ACOTAR only sections, but we will cover the entirety of the A Court of Thorns and Roses series in the ACOTAR sections. So whether you’ve only been to Prythian or you’ve explored the entire Maasverse, this podcast is for you! CHAPTERS: 00:00 Kindle Blues 06:02 Episode Overview: Illyrians Deep Dive 07:20 Announcements 11:40 Fun Question: Who do you choose in the Blood Rite? 13:31 What are the Illyrians? 27:53…

What’s the deal with all these Creatures? In this ACOTAR + Maasverse deep dive, we unravel all the mysteries surrounding Prythian’s unusual menagerie. From the Suriel’s mysterious black blood to the Middengard Wyrm’s unusual abilities - we’re exploring every unusual creature in Prythian in this deep dive episode of Dragons in the Details! NOTE ON SPOILERS: We break our episodes into ACOTAR-Only and Maasverse sections, with the Maasverse sections at the end. There will be NO MAASVERSE SPOILERS in the ACOTAR only sections, but we will cover the entirety of the A Court of Thorns and Roses series in the ACOTAR sections. So whether you’ve only been to Prythian or you’ve explored the entire Maasverse, this podcast is for you! CHAPTERS: 00:00 Big Girl Haircuts and Family Secrets 05:39 Episode Overview: Creatures of Prythian 06:48 Announcements: Happy Birthday to us! 11:01 Corrections, Omissions, Social Media Shout Outs 15:54 Fun Question: What would you ask the Suriel? 19:47 What is the Suriel? 35:44 What is the…

What is the Dread Trove, and why can only Nesta wield it? In this ACOTAR + Maasverse deep dive, we unravel all the mysteries surrounding Prythian’s most mysterious macguffins. From its the Masks deadly powers to what really happened when Nesta plucked the Harp - we’re exploring how these timeless tools of conquest connect to the entire Maasverse in this deep dive episode of Dragons in the Details! NOTE ON SPOILERS: We break our episodes into ACOTAR-Only and Maasverse sections, with the Maasverse sections at the end. There will be NO MAASVERSE SPOILERS in the ACOTAR only sections, but we will cover the entirety of the A Court of Thorns and Roses series in the ACOTAR sections. So whether you’ve only been to Prythian or you’ve explored the entire Maasverse, this podcast is for you! CHAPTERS: 00:00 Soup and Spice Girls 05:47 Episode Overview: The Trove Deep Dive 06:57 Announcements: Season 3 - Crescent City! 10:04 Corrections, Omissions, Social Media Shout Outs 12:41 Fun Q: Which Trove Item Would We Wield and…

What IS The Cauldron, and why did Nesta call it an icy Hell? In this ACOTAR + Maasverse deep dive, we unravel all the mysteries surrounding Prythian’s vat of life. From its mysterious heartbeat, to what really happened when the Cauldron broke - we’re exploring how this ancient world-maker connects to the entire Maasverse in this deep dive episode of Dragons in the Details! NOTE ON SPOILERS: We break our episodes into ACOTAR-Only and Maasverse sections, with the Maasverse sections at the end. There will be NO MAASVERSE SPOILERS in the ACOTAR only sections, but we will cover the entirety of the A Court of Thorns and Roses series in the ACOTAR sections. So whether you’ve only been to Prythian or you’ve explored the entire Maasverse, this podcast is for you! CHAPTERS: 00:00 Winter Storm Fern is Here and we are EXCITED 06:24 Episode Overview: The Cauldron Deep Dive 08:04 Announcements - Season 3 is Coming Soon! 17:45 What are The Cauldron's Powers? (ACOTAR Only) 37:08 What happens when someone goes into The…

ACOTAR: The Mother Deep Dive | Who is Prythian’s Creator, Really? Who is Prythian’s Creator? In this deep dive podcast episode, we break down everything we know about The Mother in Sarah J. Maas's ACOTAR series. Join us as we unravel her powers, her motivations, and why she’s so interested in Nesta. Then, in our Maasverse section, we unravel her connections to the Throne of Glass gods, Urd, and her role in the greater story. Whether you're a long-time fan of ACOTAR or finished the series yesterday, this episode offers deep insights and mind-blowing theories for fans both old and new! JOIN THE DISCUSSION: 👉 SUBSCRIBE for weekly deep dives! Dragons in the Details is your go-to podcast for detailed Romantasy lore explorations—no chapter recaps, just fresh insights and thoughtful connections. Please note: spoilers for the full ACOTAR series for the entire episode, and for Throne of Glass, and Crescent City in our Maasverse section.. Subscribe and join the conversation! 00:00 Ronnie Finally Watches Heated Rivalry…

Who is the villain of ACOTAR 6? In this deep dive podcast episode, we explore the Slavic folklore behind Koschei the Deathless to predict Sarah J. Maas's next moves in the ACOTAR series. Discover the mysterious powers of Koschei, the intriguing Onyx Box theory, and the secrets behind the Swan Maidens. Plus, we dive into the Maasverse lore with connections to Throne of Glass and Crescent City, unraveling the nature of the Death Gods. Whether you're a fan of Feyre's journey or the wider Maasverse, this episode offers deep insights and new theories. JOIN THE DISCUSSION: 👉 SUBSCRIBE for weekly deep dives! Dragons in the Details is your go-to podcast for detailed Romantasy lore explorations—no chapter recaps, just fresh insights and thoughtful connections. Please note: spoilers for the full ACOTAR series for the entire episode, and for Throne of Glass, and Crescent City in our Maasverse section.. Subscribe and join the conversation! 00:00 The Great Sheet Debate 02:52 Episode Overview: Koschei Deep Dive 07:59…

Welcome to "Dragons in the Details," your go-to podcast for deep dives into Sarah J. Maas's ACOTAR series and the wider Maasverse, including Throne of Glass and Crescent City. In this episode, Abby and Ronnie dive into Prythian’s most terrifying spinner, the Weaver of the Woods - Stryga! We break down her bone-chillin powers, what it means that she can “eat life,” how her mythology ties into her ACOTAR storyline, and the dark truth behind her haunting song. Then in our Maasverse section (spoilers ahead!), we connect her to the ToG witches, explore her very valg-y imagery, and ask the big question: is she connected to the Mother herself? The theories get wild, but we always bring receipts! No chapter-by-chapter spoilers here—just rich analyses and bold theories about characters and story arcs that fans can enjoy whether they're new or longtime readers. Tune in for an unfiltered exploration of your favorite Maasverse moments, where no detail goes unanalyzed and no theory is too unhinged! Perfect for fans of…

Welcome to "Dragons in the Details," your go-to podcast for deep dives into Sarah J. Maas's ACOTAR series and the wider Maasverse, including Throne of Glass and Crescent City. In this episode, Abby and Ronnie unpack the mysteries surrounding the Bone Carver: why he refused to leave the Prison, what he was tracing in the dirt, and the hidden lore that reveals huge secrets about Prythian. No chapter-by-chapter spoilers here—just rich analyses and bold theories about characters and story arcs that fans can enjoy whether they're new or longtime readers. Tune in for an unfiltered exploration of your favorite Maasverse moments, where no detail goes unanalyzed and no theory is too unhinged! Perfect for fans of ACOTAR and the Maasverse—this is an episode you won't want to miss! Spoilers: Full ACOTAR series in our ACOTAR section; Throne of Glass and Crescent City in our Maasverse section. 👉 SUBSCRIBE for weekly deep dives into your favorite Maasverse characters! ⚠️ SPOILERS for entire ACOTAR series + full Maasverse…

Join Abby and Ronnie as we explore ACOTAR's most mysterious location: The Prison! We're unpacking everything about Prythian's misty island compound—what the Prison actually is, the enigmatic Prison guards and their potential connection to Koschei, and why Nesta said the magic there "felt different" than Night Court magic. **Maasverse Spoilers from here on out** In our Maasverse section (spoilers ahead!), we dive deep into all things Dusk Court. We break down what the island was during the time of Silene and the Asteri, puzzle over what Lanthys actually is (Valg? Prince of Hel? Asteri warrior? We're genuinely stumped), explore the connections between the Harp Chamber and Elena's Tomb in Throne of Glass, and trace those "strange symbols" carved into the Prison to other places across the Maasverse. Finally, in our pre-cog corner, we ask: did Baba Yellowlegs know EXACTLY what she was talking about in Empire of Storms? And could High Lord magic have Starborn origins, too? Perfect for fans of ACOTAR and the…

Join Abby, Ronnie, and special guest MORGAN (aka ThreeFacedGoddess on TikTok) for the ultimate Maasverse Holiday Special and 2025 Recap! We're kicking off with a cozy end-of-year roundup featuring our favorite reads, binge-worthy TV shows, standout movies, and all the memorable media moments from 2024. Expect hot takes, cozy vibes, and plenty of laughs. In the second half, dive deep into the worlds of Sarah J. Maas, including ACOTAR, Throne of Glass, Crescent City, and the broader Maasverse. Morgan shares her most fascinating and unhinged theories on key characters like Feyre, the mysteries of Hel, Maeve’s true nature, and the secrets of the cauldron. If you've been searching for answers hidden in the ACOTAR series or the greater Maasverse, this is the conversation for you. Grab your favorite holiday drink and get comfortable for a fun and insightful journey filled with theories, laughs, and dragon-worthy deep dives. Don’t forget to subscribe for weekly episodes covering your favorite Maasverse characters!…

Join Abby and Ronnie as they descend into the depths of ACOTAR'S House of Wind Library! From the mysterious sentience of the House itself to the terrifying (but cuddly) creature known as Bryaxis - we break it all down for you in this ACOTAR Deep Dive Episode! What exactly IS the House of Wind and why does it have a heartbeat? What's really at the bottom of the Library? And why are Nesta and Emerie so affected by the Library when Gwyn seems totally fine?!? Something's not adding up. 👉 SUBSCRIBE for weekly deep dives into your favorite Maasverse characters! ⚠️ SPOILERS for entire ACOTAR series + full Maasverse (Crescent City & Throne of Glass)! In this episode, we investigate: What each bat boy's favorite book genre would be (this got chaotic) The House of Wind's sentience and mysterious heartbeat Deep dive into the priestesses - Clotho, Merrill, and our beloved Gwyn Maasverse Section: What IS Bryaxis and where did it come from? Why doesn’t Bryaxis want to leave the library? What's really at the bottom of the…

Join Abby and Ronnie as they dive deep into our faithful leaders of Prythian - the High Lords! From Beron’s nefarious motivations to Helion’s connection to the mask - we break it all down for you in this ACOTAR Deep Dive Episode! What exactly is the source of the High Lord’s Powers? Who’s the heir to each court? And how exactly is it possible that in the millennia of magic choosing the High Lords, a High Lady has never ever been chosen?!? We smell a rat. 👉 SUBSCRIBE for weekly deep dives into your favorite Maasverse characters! 💬 Drop your Eris theories in the comments - we read them all! ⚠️ SPOILERS for entire ACOTAR series + full Maasverse (Crescent City & Throne of Glass)! In this episode, we investigate: The source of the High Lord’s power What we can learn from Calanmai The likely heirs to each court (Lucien’s looking good for like, 3 of them) Whatever the hell is going on in the Autumn Court Maasverse Section: How the high lord’s power ties to the Asteri (Hello, Vesperus, hi, what did you mean when you…

Join Abby and Ronnie as they unravel the MANY, MANY mysteries surrounding our favorite (presumed) heir of Autumn Court, Eris Vanserra! What exactly are Eris’s powers? How does he know everything he seems to know? Why is Rhys so willing to trust him? And what exactl went down with Eris, the Made dagger, and Brially and Koschei at the end of “A Court of Silver Flames”? In this romantasy deep dive perfect for ACOTAR fans, we explore break down everything you want to know about this foxy redhead. 👉 SUBSCRIBE for weekly deep dives into your favorite Maasverse characters! 💬 Drop your Eris theories in the comments - we read them all! ⚠️ SPOILERS for entire ACOTAR series + full Maasverse (Crescent City & Throne of Glass)! In this episode, we investigate: • Eris’s motivations throughout the books, including when he hunted down Feyre • What he seems to know about Mor, Azriel, and others • Why Rhys trusts him Maasverse Section: • How does Eris know the things he seems to know? • What’s going on with Eris’s weird…