The Prince Kai Fan Pod! A Marissa Meyer Book Club Podcast

118 Winter Chapters 2 & 3 (The Lunar Chronicles)

*Chapter Discussion starts at 21:16*Jacin defends his innocence to Levana and the Lunar court, while Aimery tries a lazy hand at sabotage and loses his head. Winter is a girl made of ice and snow, awaiting the verdict of Jacin's fate; but the Queen only has time for one of his tales.While suffering his penance for his crimes, Winter sneaks away from her guards to visit Jacin.  Jacin shows a rare amount of emotion and reveals to Winter the true secrets he learned while traveling with the Rampion Crew.But his secrets are more than just stories; one of them is a promise to a friend, and the other, is a legend come true. This podcast is Hosted and Produced by Bethanie A. Finger, with special guest Patreon Member Danielle.Logo Art was created by Angela Wong on Instagram.Intro/Outro Music was written by Emma Pavvo on Instagram. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

117 Winter Chapter 1 (The Lunar Chronicles)

*Chapter Discussion starts at 14:09*In the first chapter of Winter, we see the beautiful palace of Artemisia for the cold and horrific place it really is. Winter may be a girl of ice and glass, but the Queen is a woman filled with rage, and impatient with court proceedings.A Lunar janitor begs for the life of his shell child, Aimery Park loses his head during court, and Jacin Clay is brought back to Luna, for his own trial. This podcast is Hosted and Produced by Bethanie A. Finger, with special guest Patreon Member Laila.Logo Art was created by Angela Wong on Instagram.Intro/Outro Music was written by Emma Pavvo on Instagram. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

116 Special Topic Episode Disney Wall-E

Another Disney Topical Episode! As we take a break in between Fairest and Winter, Bethanie and her husband Quentin take the time to discuss the Disney film Wall-E.This podcast is Hosted and Produced by Bethanie A. Finger, with special guest Quentin Finger.Logo Art was created by Angela Wong on Instagram.Intro/Outro Music was written by Emma Pavvo on Instagram. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

115 Fairest pages 214-220 (The Lunar Chronicles)

*Chapter Discussion starts at 4:45*In the shocking finale of Fairest, Levana sacrifices the only love she has ever known, in hopes of one day conquering Earth instead.She makes a final promise as her wedding vows echo in her head, and Channarys words come back to haunt her.Love is a conquest.Love is a war.Here is what I think of love.This podcast is Hosted and Produced by Bethanie A. Finger, with special guest Lindsey Myers.Logo Art was created by Angela Wong on Instagram.Intro/Outro Music was written by Emma Pavvo on Instagram. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

114 Fairest pages 193-214 (The Lunar Chronicles)

*Chapter Discussion starts at 8:55*Readers finally get the reveal of how Levana got her scars and burns, and why she is constantly haunted by the phrase "Come here, baby sister...". Levana is overwhelmed with tears but once she calms herself down after her fight with Evret and dons her first veil, she heads to Channarys room. In a fit of rage, she destroys Channarys mirror and orders that all mirrors in the entire city be destroyed. She also commissions special glass for windows that is non-reflective.After the non-reflective glass is designed and installed, Levana also installs a vidscreen, replacing the spot where Channary's mirror once rested. Levana admires her work as the best queen to ever exist but still needs more to secure the happiness and future of Luna.  She needs Earth, but how...? This podcast is Hosted and Produced by Bethanie A. Finger, with special guest Rampion Crew Patreon Member Kaia Joi.Logo Art was created by Angela Wong on Instagram.Intro/Outro Music was written by Emma Pavvo on Instagram. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

113 Fairest pages 169-193 (The Lunar Chronicles)

*Chapter Discussion starts at 4:12*One year has passed since Princess Selene's 'death' and Levana has quickly become the best queen Luna has ever had. She has everything she has ever wanted, except Evret's heart.  As she watches him play with Jacin and Winter, Levana finds herself longing for his affection.  After picking a fight with him, Evret storms off, and Levana faces another hard truth: Luna needs Earth to survive. Unsure of how to get Earth's resources for Luna, Levana focuses more energy on her marriage to Evret. But a huge fight leads to an unexpected reveal that will change their relationship, forever. This podcast is Hosted and Produced by Bethanie A. Finger, with special guest Patreon Member Abby. Logo Art was created by Angela Wong on Instagram.Intro/Outro Music was written by Emma Pavvo on Instagram. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

112 Fairest pages 146-169 (The Lunar Chronicles)

*Chapter Discussion starts at 22:48*As Levana devises a plan to become the Queen, and not the Queen Regent, Selene and Winter develop a bond as cousins, and friends. Selene, Winter, Jacin, and Evret all enjoy a birthday celebration for Selene's 3rd, while Levana sets into motion the events that will change their lives forever.After announcing the loss of Selene, Levana dedicates more time and energy to being the best queen possible and providing an heir to the throne.  Rumors whispered in the corners of the palace reveal that citizens think Levana is responsible for Selene's death. But an even worse rumor catches Levana's ear: Selene survived.  This podcast is Hosted and Produced by Bethanie A. Finger, with special guest Cassie, from Of Slippers and Spindles Podcast. Logo Art was created by Angela Wong on Instagram.Intro/Outro Music was written by Emma Pavvo on Instagram. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

111 Fairest pages 134-146 (The Lunar Chronicles)

*Chapter Discussion starts at 27:13*Newly anointed Queen Levana is in need of a new Head Thaumaturge, and she can think of no better candidate than her girl Sybil Mira. Despite the lack of confidence she receives from her advisors, Levana is proving to be a most successful queen.As she discusses her success as Queen with Evret, he plays with a young Winter and listens intently. Evret has concerns about Levana hiding her appearance from her subjects, especially him. But no matter what argument he comes up with for his 'sweetheart', Levana vows to stay behind her veil, and her glamour. This podcast is Hosted and Produced by Bethanie A. Finger, with special guests Megan, from Literary Lushes Podcast. Special guest appearance by Baby Alex. Logo Art was created by Angela Wong on Instagram.Intro/Outro Music was written by Emma Pavvo on Instagram. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

110 Fairest pages 121-134 (The Lunar Chronicles)

*Chapter Discussion starts at 20:34*As Levana settles into her new role as Wife, she learns married life isn't all she thought it would be. To make matters worse, she has yet to bond with her new stepdaughter Winter, or new niece Selene.Channary, however, has bonded well with Selene and takes to motherhood with grace and enthusiasm no one expected. But a surprise illness leaves Selene without a mother, and Luna without a queen.As Selene is too young to be crowned queen, Levana steps into the role of Queen Regent and finally has all she has ever wanted; well, almost. This podcast is Hosted and Produced by Bethanie A. Finger, with special guests Evelyn and Eddie from Stains on A Page Podcast. Logo Art was created by Angela Wong on Instagram.Intro/Outro Music was written by Emma Pavvo on Instagram Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

109 Fairest pages 104-120 (The Lunar Chronicles)

*Chapter Discussion starts at 10:08*As Levana continues her pursuit of Evret, she uses her glamour control over him to commit the ultimate sin.  After their night together, Levana determines they will marry, no matter what Evret may say to the contrary. A secret ceremony is held that very night and Levana can finally call evret her husband. When Channary learns of Levina's marriage, her fury is a fright to behold.  She demands Levana annul the marriage but Levana refuses and eventually, Channary concedes because she has more important things to reveal.  While Levana was courting Evret, Channary was enjoying her life with her many partners and now announces that she is with a child. Despite Levana's curiosity, Channary refuses to expose the identity of her baby daddy, because what is important is not who the father is, but that the mother is the Queen of Luna. This podcast is Hosted and Produced by Bethanie A. Finger, with special guests Morgan Clark and Spoiler Queen Ruth Redmond. Logo Art was created by Angela Wong on Instagram.Intro/Outro Music was written by Emma Pavvo on Instagram Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.