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

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.

168 Winter Chapters 75-77 (The Lunar Chronicles)

*Chapter Discussion Starts at 12:25* (listen for the musical interlude to know the time)In this week’s chapters:SummaryAfter getting separated from Thorne, Cress must sneak around the castle alone, searching for the control room. Though Earthen diplomatic tries to stall her mission, Emperor Kai and Torin come to her aid.As Kai creates a diversion for Cress, he extends his small power as Lunar King Consort, revealing how little respect the guards have for Earthen, even their leaders.Back in the lumber sector, Winter and Scarlet are returning to full health and though they mourn those who died of the plague, they continue to plan for their revolution. But Cinder has plans for Jacin he isn’t willing to commit to, that is until a certain princess can convince him to join the Revolution.  This podcast is Hosted and Produced by Bethanie A. Finger, with special guests Abigail and Sierra.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/abigailspaggiari/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/sierra_reyelts18/?hl=en    Podcast Bestie Commercial: https://www.instagram.com/badasslitpod/?hl=enFan Art Links:Thorne and Cress: https://www.instagram.com/hachandraws/?hl=enEmperor Kaito: https://www.instagram.com/cosmicnovaflare/?hl=en  Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

167 Winter Chapters 73-74 (The Lunar Chronicles)

*Chapter Discussion Starts at 18:40* (listen for the musical interlude to know the time)In this week’s chapters:SUMMARYJacin and Cinder take the terrain speeder outside the domes and drive frantically to get the vaccine to Winter asap. Though Cinder doesn’t enjoy Jacin’s reckless driving, they do arrive just in time. Cinder reminds Jacin to first vaccinate himself, Scarlet and Cinder confirm their identities, and then Jacin and Winter are finally reunited.Winter and the sector are recovering from the plague, but Cinder is hard at work preparing for their march to Artemesia. Despite her plans for the revolution, Jacin is hesitant to leave Winter or put her in danger again and refuses to help. But a rousing speech from Winter convinces him to help, and the sector begins their revolution.This podcast is Hosted and Produced by Bethanie A. Finger, with SPECIAL GUEST Ashleigh Tanner.  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: @ash.smash.93  Podcast Bestie Commercial: https://www.fictionalhangover.com/ Fan Art Links:-Winter and Jacin: https://www.instagram.com/elo.s.art/?hl=en-Winter and Jacin (2): https://www.instagram.com/p/CGcun9Hn-NH/ Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

166 Winter Chapters 70-72 (The Lunar Chronicles)

*Chapter Discussion Starts at 21:10* (listen for the musical interlude to know the time)In this week’s chapters:SUMMARYCress and Thorne sneak into the palace where the aristocratic Lunars are oblivious to the war raging outside their city. Lunar attire is fascinatingly gaudy and one Lunar in particular notices Thorne.When Thorne reveals too much to a Lunar woman, Cress is frustrated by his lack of tact. A small fight ignites a huge flame, interrupted by an annoying palace guard. When the guards realize who Cress and Thorne are, they must flea to safety.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. Guest Link: https://ofslippersandspindles.buzzsprout.com/Fan Art Links: https://www.instagram.com/p/Ccy7hk4L3fT/https://www.deviantart.com/meygi/art/Free-Week-4-728035875 Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.