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

178 Winter Chapters 93-94 Part Two (The Lunar Chronicles)

178 Winter Chapters 93-94 Part Two (The Lunar Chronicles)In this week’s chapters:PART TWO SummaryCinder is ready to sign the Treaty of Bremen, with Iko as her stylist, Keeney as her personal guard, and Kai and Torin as her advisors. Adri and Pearl are uncomfortable at the meeting until they find out the reason they were invited. After Cinder’s big reveal she finally lets go of her former life and vows to never think of Adri or Pearl again. The meeting ends with a very special request from the new queen. This podcast is Hosted and Produced by Bethanie A. Finger, with special guest Amanda from Fictional Hangover Podcast. Logo Art was created by Sunlit Tangles on Instagram.Intro/Outro Music was written by Emma Pavvo on Instagram. Audio clips from Rebecca Soler's rendition of Winter. Guest Link: Fictional Hangover Podcast: https://www.fictionalhangover.com/ Fan Art Links: Jacin and Winter: https://www.instagram.com/scottkeenanillo/?hl=enRampion Crew: https://www.instagram.com/the_auntartist/?hl=en Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

177 Winter Chapters 93-94 Part One (The Lunar Chronicles)

177 Winter Chapters 93-94 Part One (The Lunar Chronicles)Chapter Discussion Start Time: 26:33 *Listen for the musical interlude.In this week’s chapters:PART ONESummaryJacin watches over a sleeping Winter, distraught from the nights of the battle and so overcome with grief that she has sedated and restrained. Too many years of neglecting her gift has left her vulnerable and the overuse strained her already fragile mind.As Jacin reflects on the revelations revealed after the battle, he allows himself to admit his true feelings for Winter. When he is finally ready to open up and bare his soul to hers, the girl of ice and snow returns.  This podcast is Hosted and Produced by Bethanie A. Finger, with special guest Amanda from Fictional Hangover Podcast. Logo Art was created by Sunlit Tangles on Instagram.Intro/Outro Music was written by Emma Pavvo on Instagram. Audio clips from Rebecca Soler's rendition of Winter. Guest Link: Fictional Hangover Podcast: https://www.fictionalhangover.com/ Fan Art Links: Jacin and Winter: https://www.instagram.com/scottkeenanillo/?hl=enRampion Crew: https://www.instagram.com/the_auntartist/?hl=en Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

176 Winter Chapters 91-92 (The Lunar Chronicles)

Chapter Discussion Starts at 39:50In this week’s chapters:SummaryScarlet and Wolf catch up with Emilie, who has been tending the farm in Scarlet’s absence.They finally admit their true feelings and establish a plan to return to Earth together. But the moment of bliss is ruined by an excited Iko announcing that Cinder is finally awake. Cinder wakes up to a mysterious doctor, a handsome emperor, and a brand new title!This podcast is Hosted and Produced by Bethanie A. Finger, with special guest Leah from The YA Book Chat podcast.  Logo Art was created by Sunlit Tangles on Instagram.Intro/Outro Music was written by Emma Pavvo on Instagram.Fan artists: @peiskios  @ace-artemis-fanartist Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

175 Winter Chapters 88-90 Part Two (The Lunar Chronicles)

PART TWOIn this week’s chapters:SummaryLevana has her villain tells all speech and reflects on growing up as the ugly princess of Artemisa. Cinder learns her mother, Channary, was responsible for Levana’s tortured childhood and adolescence.Thorne’s criminal mastermind escape plan is ruined by Cinder’s quick reflexes and Cress and Scarlet join the fight only to be taken out by Wolf.Cinder and Levana end in stale mate, both reaching for the gun, both poised on the trigger. But does Levana care more about vanity than power, or is Cinder to quick to forgive? This podcast is Hosted and Produced by Bethanie A. Finger, with special guest Soumaya. Logo Art was created by Sunlit Tangles on Instagram.Intro/Outro Music was written by Emma Pavvo on Instagram.Fan artists: Gremmlinn_ddraws , _captainhooks , nikkiraeart , Haddox art. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

174 Winter Chapters 88-90 Part One (The Lunar Chronicles)

Chapter Discussion Starts at 16:25(listen for the musical interlude to know the time)PART ONEIn this week’s chapters:SummaryCinder makes her way through the palace with the battle sounds growing fainter and fainter the closer she gets to the throne room.Queen Levana has lost her most prized possession: Her beauty. And without it, she is ruthless and on her last life.Thorne remains comedic, even in times of war, but is it just a cover for his true fears? He's forced to admit to Cinder that he doesn't know what happened to Cress, that he's been locked up with Levana for hours, and that she has him standing on the ledge as bait for Cinder.But just when the fight seems easy, Levana reveals more truths to Cinder than she was ready to accept.Tune in next week for PART TWO.This podcast is Hosted and Produced by Bethanie A. Finger, with special guest Soumaya. Logo Art was created by Sunlit Tangles on Instagram.Intro/Outro Music was written by Emma Pavvo on Instagram.Fan artists: Gremmlinn_ddraws , _captainhooks , nikkiraeart , Haddox art. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

173 Bonus: Pride and Premeditation by Tirzah Price

Join me and Rachel from Barely Bookish podcast to discuss a YA murder mystery retelling of Pride and Prejudice! Synopsis:When a scandalous murder shocks London high society, seventeen-year-old aspiring lawyer Lizzie Bennet seizes the opportunity to prove herself, despite the interference of Mr. Fitzwilliam Darcy, the stern young heir to the prestigious firm Pemberley Associates.Convinced the authorities have imprisoned the wrong person, Lizzie vows to solve the murder on her own. But as the case—and her feelings for Darcy—become more complicated, Lizzie discovers that her dream job could make her happy, but it might also get her killed.Three of Jane Austen’s classic novels receive a murder mystery makeover in this romantic and thrilling three-book series.This podcast is hosted and produced by Bethanie Finger with special guest @barelybookish and featuring the novel by @tirzah.price Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

172 Winter Chapters 86-87 (The Lunar Chronicles)

172 Winter Chapters 86-87 (The Lunar Chronicles)(listen for the musical interlude to know the time) In this week’s chapters:SummaryWinter and Jacin bring reinforcements to the battle at the Lunar Palace. But Winter is overwhelmed when she is faced with the carnage of war. A threat from Aimory to both Jacin and Scarlet forces Winter to use her gift for the first time in nearly six years. But has her gift been out of use so long it is now out of control?Winter fights off the delirium and panic as she tries to cope with what she did, or rather what she made Scarlet do, in the name of self-defense. But not even the love and support of Jacin can keep the howling wolves of guilt away. This podcast is Hosted and Produced by Bethanie A. Finger, with special guest Barbara from The Badass Literature Society podcast.   Logo Art was created by Sunlit Tangles on Instagram.Intro/Outro Music was written by Emma Pavvo on Instagram. Audio clips from Rebecca Soler's rendition of Winter.LUNAR CHRONICLES AUDIODRAMA: https://youtu.be/ExfnhPLkTQY Guest Link: Badass Literature Society Podast: https://badassliteraturesociety.buzzsprout.com/ Fan Art Links: https://www.instagram.com/haddox.art/?hl=en Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

171 Winter Chapters 83-85 (The Lunar Chronicles)

*Chapter Discussion Starts at 21:54* (listen for the musical interlude to know the time) In this week’s chapters:SummaryAs Kai and the Earthen leaders attempt an escape, the Lunar aristocrats halt their progress. But when Kai presents an ultimatum, the Lunar families must choose between the safety they expect, and the circumstances of their reality. Cress has successfully uploaded the video and Levana’s true self, and people are taking notice! As one guard distrusts here, and one technician praises her, she uses the opportunity to recruit for Selene’s side!Scarlet and Wolf are once again reunited, and though his face has changed, his heart hasn’t. Once an alpha, always an alpha…or something like that. Iko is disappointed that her android mind won’t allow her to see Queen Levana’s famed beauty, and she hates being left behind while Cinder fights the queen on her own. Good thing the handsome, though slightly annoying, guard Kenney is there for company. Iko and Kenney find Kai and the others and assist in their escape. Kai is beyond relief to learn of Cinder’s safety, but their celebration is short lived as their need to evacuate intensifies with every passing moment. 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 Sunlit Tangles on Instagram.Intro/Outro Music was written by Emma Pavvo on Instagram. Audio clips from Rebecca Soler's rendition of Winter. LUNAR CHRONICLES AUDIODRAMA: https://youtu.be/ExfnhPLkTQY Guest Link: Of Slippers and Spindles Podast: https://www.instagram.com/ofslippersandspindles/?hl=en Podcast Bestie Commercial: Literary Lushes podcast: https://www.litlushpodcast.com/ Fan Art Links: The two faces of levana: https://www.instagram.com/dooodlink/?hl=en Wolf and Scarlet: @courtmakes_art  Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

170 Winter Chapters 81-82 (The Lunar Chronicles)

*Chapter Discussion Starts at 34:00* (listen for the musical interlude to know the time) In this week’s chapters:SummaryCinder, Iko, Strom, Scarlet, the mutant soldiers, and the Lunars are at the gates of Artemesia palace. But when the Queen uses Wolf as a distraction, Cinder realizes she can no longer rely on the lie detector function of her cyborg brain.  Cinder instructs her people to target the thaumaturges, hoping to prevent them from controlling Lunars and mutant soldiers. Iko steps in to rescue Cinder from Levana, But even though a video from Cress has weakened the Queen’s resolve, they still have an epic battle ahead of themThis podcast is Hosted and Produced by Bethanie A. Finger, with special guest Rachel from Barely Bookish Podcast. Logo Art was created by Sunlit Tangles on Instagram.Intro/Outro Music was written by Emma Pavvo on Instagram. Audio clips from Rebecca Soler's rendition of Winter. Guest Link: https://www.instagram.com/barelybookish/?hl=enPodcast Bestie Commercial: https://www.instagram.com/fictionalhangover/?hl=en Fan Art Links: Iko: https://www.instagram.com/roxiejoy_art/?hl=en Wolf and Scarlet: https://www.instagram.com/the_auntartist/?hl=en  Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

169 Winter Chapters 78-80 (The Lunar Chronicles)

*Chapter Discussion Starts at 10:57* (listen for the musical interlude to know the time)In this week’s chapters:SummaryKai has helped Cress in her secret mission to help Cinder, and though he is relieved he’s alive, he wishes he could do more. Instead, he makes his way to coronate Levana, the Empress of the Eastern Common Wealth. Levana gives Kai an update on his friends and even brings one to the coronation, but Kai isn’t sure they’re still alliesAs Levana struggles to cope with her impending attack, Cinder prepares to siege the city with her supporters. Reunited with Iko at her side and the Wolf Soldiers ready to fight for her, Cinder is filled with anxiety and determination as the barricades open and the revolution battle begins.This podcast is Hosted and Produced by Bethanie A. Finger, with special guests Beka and Olivia.Logo Art was created by Sunlit Tangles on Instagram.Intro/Outro Music was written by Emma Pavvo on Instagram. Audio clips from Rebecca Soler's rendition of Winter. Guest Link:https://www.instagram.com/oliviazellcrochet/?hl=enPodcast Bestie Commercial: https://www.instagram.com/thebooklifepodcast/?hl=enFan Art Links:Kai and Cinder: https://www.instagram.com/courtmakes_art/?hl=enWolf and Scarlet: https://www.instagram.com/mellendraws/?hl=en Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.