Hosted by Nikki & Stephanie · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 49 episodes
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Swords and Swoons is your go-to podcast for all things fantasy romance! Join us your hosts, Nikki and Stephanie, as we dive deep into the magical worlds, swoon-worthy characters, and epic love stories that have taken over BookTok. Expect passionate debates, spicy book recommendations, and a sprinkle of chaos as we break down these stories we all know and love.
Nikki & Stephanie hosts Swords and Swoons, a arts show with 49 episodes published.
The truth is finally revealed... and nothing in the Throne of Glass series will ever be the same. In the epic conclusion to our Crown of Midnight reread, we're breaking down the second half of the book, where grief turns
Our journey through the Maasverse continues as we dive into Part One of Crown of Midnight , and if you thought Throne of Glass was just setting the stage, think again. In this episode, we're breaking down the opening cha
The Champion's Competition is heating up, bodies are piling up, and there is definitely something evil lurking beneath the Glass Castle. In Part 2 of our Throne of Glass reread, we're covering Chapters 28–55 and diving i
Our Maasverse reread officially begins! In anticipation of the next ACOTAR release, we're heading all the way back to where it all began: Throne of Glass . I n Part One of our deep dive, we're covering Chapters 1–27 and
The drinks are poured, the opinions are flowing, and the side-eyes are fully activated. In this episode, we're putting the deep dives and chapter breakdowns aside for a good old-fashioned bookish vent session. Join us as
We’ve reached the end of The Rites of the Starling and we have a lot to say. In this final installment of our deep dive, we’re breaking down the explosive conclusion, the reveals we didn’t see coming, and the moments tha
This week, we’re diving into the next section of The Rites of the Starling, and everything we thought we knew is starting to shift. In this episode, we break down both timelines, following Odessa as she pushes for answer
We’re back with Part Three of our Rites of the Starling deep dive, and this is where everything starts to unravel. In this episode, we break down chapters 19 through 35 — from shocking visions and major character reveals
We’re back with Part Two of our Rites of the Starling deep dive, and things are officially getting intense . In this episode, we break down chapters 9 through 18 — and the story starts revealing just enough to send us sp
We’re kicking off our deep dive into The Rites of the Starling by Devney Perry, and this book wastes no time pulling us into an entirely new world. In this episode, we break down the first eight chapters — from meeting a
We said what we said — and in this episode, we’re holding nothing back. Nesta Archeron is one of the most divisive characters in the Maasverse, and we’re diving headfirst into the debate. Is she misunderstood, complex, a
This is where Shield of Sparrows goes from good to unforgettable. We’re back to finish our deep dive into Shield of Sparrows by Devney Perry, and the second half of this book does not hold back. In this episode, we break
We’re kicking off our deep dive into Shield of Sparrows by Devney Perry, and from the very first pages, this story pulls us in. In Part One of our breakdown, we cover the opening chapters, setting the stage for the world
Sarah J. Maas recently sat down for an interview on Call Me Daddy, and the Maasverse fandom had plenty to talk about. In this episode, we break down the biggest takeaways from the conversation — including the future of t
In this episode, we are taking on the challenge to convince the other to read a new series, focusing on 'City of Gods and Monsters' and 'The Plated Prisoner' series. To make this even more challenging, this will be a spo
What would your favorite book characters’ Spotify Wrapped look like? In this episode of Swords & Swoons, we’re giving our favorite fictional characters their very own year-end music recap; complete with top artists, top
The secrets are out, the ending is here, and we are absolutely not emotionally prepared. In our season finale, we break down the explosive ending of Brimstone by Callie Hart. From final revelations and emotional fallout
If you thought Brimstone had already revealed its biggest secrets… think again. Part Four delivers some of the biggest reveals yet. We unpack the shocking truth behind the Book from Edina, where it’s been hiding, the ris
We’re back with another round of Brimstone by Callie Hart. In Part Three, Saeris learns some new tricks, Fisher meets some new faces, and the impossible happens! Expect tension, revelations, and plenty of screaming as we
In Part Two of our Brimstone deep dive, Saeris grapples with her growing power and the rot threat inches closer to reality everyday. Trust becomes a dangerous gamble — and alliances feel more fragile than ever. We unpack
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Swords and Swoons is hosted by Nikki & Stephanie. The show is categorised under arts (books) and has published 49 episodes.
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