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

98 Cress Chapter 58 (The Lunar Chronicles)

*Chapter Discussion starts at 12:51*We finally get to see our girl, Scarlet! She is plagued by nightmares and living in a small cage in a menagerie as a 'pet' and her future is looking bleak. She is also missing a finger, underfed, and her living conditions are subpar, to say the least.Scarlet is visited in her cell, I mean cage, by the beautiful and strange Princess Winter. Winter comes to ask Scarlet for news of her friend, Jacin, but also has a surprise gift for her. Scarlet is hesitant to befriend Winter and even pushes her away, but Winter's gift may be the only comfort Scarlet has. This podcast is Hosted and Produced by Bethanie A. Finger, with special guest Patreon Member Lily G. Logo Art was created by Angela Wong on Instagram.Intro/Outro Music was written by Emma Pavvo on Instagram.Introduction from Marissa Meyer and family. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

97 Cress Chapter 57 (The Lunar Chronicles)

*Chapter Discussion starts at 13:04*As Cress works on keeping the rampion hidden, Thorne watches over her and listens to her sing. Cress is still conflicted about the loss of Dr. Erland and Thorne does his best to comfort her in her confusion.While Thorne opens up and shares his secrets with Cress, she still keeps her true feelings to herself.  Cress considers the possibilities of fate and destiny and Thorne admits his limitations and lack of experiences with love.This podcast is Hosted and Produced by Bethanie A. Finger, with special guest Haley from We Majored In English For This? Podcast. Logo Art was created by Angela Wong on Instagram.Intro/Outro Music was written by Emma Pavvo on Instagram.Introduction from Marissa Meyer and family. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

96 Cress Chapter 56 (The Lunar Chronicles)

*Chapter Discussion starts at 5:57*As Levana learns of Kai’s kidnapping, she also finds out an old colleague is in the hospital. Levana and Dr. Erland have some catching up to do when Aimory enters with some interesting information about Sybil and who is responsible for kidnapping Kai.Jacin is amused to learn Cinder’s true identity and Dr. Erland is delighted to learn of Sybil's demise.  Queen Levana’s fury is unmatched at the loss of Sybil, the reveal by Dr. Erland that Cinder is Selene, and Jacin’s claims of innocence and espionage. As Dr. Erland sings himself to sleep one last time, we say our final goodbyes to Cinder’s mentor and Cress’s long-lost father.This podcast is Hosted and Produced by Bethanie A. Finger, with special guest Rampion Crew Patreon Member Bailey. Logo Art was created by Angela Wong on Instagram.Intro/Outro Music was written by Emma Pavvo on Instagram.Introduction from Marissa Meyer and family. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

95 Cress Chapters 54 & 55 (The Lunar Chronicles)

*Chapter Discussion begins at timestamp 24:56*As the rampion crew celebrates an early victory, Sybil and her entourage make a dramatic entrance that threatens to ruin their chances of survival. Cinder takes control of what she can, but it doesn't look good for our heroes. This turn of events prompts Thorne to uphold his promise to Cress.As Cinder tries desperately to save her friends, a thought occurs to her both brilliant in its strategy and terrifying in its execution. As Cinder works her gift on Sybil, it looks like the rampion crew will finally be able to escape, safe but not unharmed. This podcast is Hosted and Produced by Bethanie A. Finger, with special guest Patreon Rampion Crew Member and author Abigail Spaggiari. Logo Art was created by Angela Wong on Instagram.Intro/Outro Music was written by Emma Pavvo on Instagram.Introduction from Marissa Meyer and family. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

94 Cress Chapters 52 & 53 (The Lunar Chronicles)

*Chapter Discussion begins at timestamp 40:50*We open with a surprising reveal of support from Konn Torin and find our protagonists rushing to meet up with Dr. Erland and Thorne in the Research Wing. Dr. Erland has now tested positive for the plague and has quarantined himself in a patient room.As Iko learns a little more about social cues, we learn more about Dr. Erland. He has discovered something about the Lunar crown that not only changes the dynamic of the war but also changes its origin. As Dr. Erland explains his discovery, he also reveals his secret identity to Cress. But, before she has time to process this news, it is time to say Goodbye.This podcast is Hosted and Produced by Bethanie A. Finger, with special guest Spoiler Queen Ruth Redmond. Logo Art was created by Angela Wong on Instagram.Intro/Outro Music was written by Emma Pavvo on Instagram.Introduction from Marissa Meyer and family. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

93 Cress Chapters 50 & 51 (The Lunar Chronicles)

*Chapter Discussion begins at timestamp 14:09*As the royal wedding approaches, Cinder and the gang are executing their plans to stop the cereomony and kidnap the groom.  After a run in with a strange girl, we leave Cinder and Iko to see the situation from Sybils perspective. As we contemplate what Levana may have on her dating profile, a palace guard must deliver the news that the wedding has been delayed. This announcement comes with information that ignites a spark in Sybil and she excuses herself to handle the problem.Meanwhile, Kai and Torin are waiting in their quarters for the ceremony, though they are not as bothered by the delay. A surprise visit from Cinder changes the atmosphere in the room and the conversation readers have been waiting two books for finally takes place. But before we can have a romantic moment between Cinder and Kai, reality sets in and they are once again reminded of their stations in life.This podcast is Hosted and Produced by Bethanie A. Finger, with special guest Patreon Rampion Crew Member Lily P.Logo Art was created by Angela Wong on Instagram.Intro/Outro Music was written by Emma Pavvo on Instagram.Introduction from Marissa Meyer and family. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

92 Cress Chapters 48 & 49 (The Lunar Chronicles)

*Chapter Discussion begins at timestamp 17:25*As the royal wedding approaches, the gang take their places and get ready to put their plan into action. Cinder, Thorne, and the Dr travel the underground tunnels to the palace, where Iko is waiting for them. The Dr. and Thorne then head to the letumosis labs where the Dr. makes a startling discovery before setting off the letumosis alarm.Meanwhile, Cress and Wolf are waiting for the signal to go down to the control room. Wolf guides Cress through the palace and protects her from guards while Cress disables cameras and security measures. When they arrive at the control room, it is time for the next phase of the plan. This podcast is Hosted and Produced by Bethanie A. Finger, with special guest Patreon Rampion Crew Member Soumaya. Logo Art was created by Angela Wong on Instagram.Intro/Outro Music was written by Emma Pavvo on Instagram.Introduction from Marissa Meyer and family. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

91 Cress Chapters 46 & 47 (The Lunar Chronicles)

*Chapter Discussion begins at timestamp 11:33*As Cress puts on a beautiful ball gown and her first pair of real shoes, Wolf is fitted with a tux for the royal wedding. Though Wolf is eager to do his part so he can be reunited with Scarlet, it is clear he will not play the role of doting husband well.Iko trades places with another android and is disguised and ready to enter the wedding undercover. As she borrows clothes from another android, Cress and Wolf get to know each other a little better as they try to remain inconspicuous at the palace.  Cress grows overwhelmed with the magnitude of the palace and its ballroom, and Wolf helps stabilize her as they await their next move. This podcast is Hosted and Produced by Bethanie A. Finger, with special guest was author Annie Sullivan. https://anniesullivanauthor.com/ Logo Art was created by Angela Wong on Instagram.Intro/Outro Music was written by Emma Pavvo on Instagram.Introduction from Marissa Meyer and family. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

90 Cress Chapters 44 & 45 (The Lunar Chronicles)

*Chapter Discussion begins at timestamp 36:10*The day of the Royal Wedding has finally arrived, and Cinder and The Rampion Crew are ready to put their plan into motion. Cinder visits her old apartment to steal wedding invitations from Adri.  While visiting her former home, she is overwhelmed with the desire to find an emotional response from Adri.  As she gets carried away with the power of her Lunar gift, she finally realizes why Lunars do not like mirrors.Meanwhile, Iko in her new body arrives at a warehouse full of smartly dresses escort droids ready to serve at the Royal Wedding. Iko must infiltrate the wedding by hiding with the other escort droids, but in order to do that, another escort droid must leave. As she tries to find a unique and inconspicuous way to take the place of another android, Iko takes a moment to truly enjoy being human.Cinder and the Rampion Crew arrive at the New Beijing safe house ready to infiltrate the palace through the secret underground tunnel.  Cinder is not entirely confident in their plan, but she knows there is no time left to deliberate now.This podcast is Hosted and Produced by Bethanie A. Finger, with special guest Patreon Rampion Crew Member Becca Baker. Logo Art was created by Angela Wong on Instagram.Intro/Outro Music was written by Emma Pavvo on Instagram.Introduction from Marissa Meyer and family. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

89 Cress Chapter 43 (The Lunar Chronicles)

*Chapter Discussion begins at timestamp 20:14*As Cress watches, Dr. Erland assesses Thorne's blindness and determines there is a cure, but he does not have the equipment he needs. A moody Wolf has taken up to carrying a can of tomatoes around the ship and Iko is ecstatic to have her new body, and Darla has taken her place as the ship's control system. Cinder calls a crew meeting to announce her plan to kidnap Emperor Kai, and everyone has something to contribute that will help make the plan better, but only time will tell if it works. This podcast is Hosted and Produced by Bethanie A. Finger, with special guest Brittany. Logo Art was created by Angela Wong on Instagram.Intro/Outro Music was written by Emma Pavvo on Instagram.Introduction from Marissa Meyer and family. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.