Andy Weir’s Project Hail Mary had us laughing, crying, and questioning whether we’d ever sign up for a one-way ticket to space. From Ryland Grace’s wild survival story to his unlikely bestie Rocky, this book gave us science experiments, emotional gut punches, and one of the best reads of 2025.

We break down everything from the audiobook experience to the accuracy of the science, what makes Andy Weir’s writing so addictive, and whether Ryan Gosling is the right choice for the upcoming Project Hail Mary movie adaptation.

✨ In this episode:

• Project Hail Mary summary & review (spoiler-free overview + reactions)
• Why Ryland & Rocky are the ultimate buddy comedy
• Our thoughts on Andy Weir’s science writing style & humor
• Ending reactions + who should (and shouldn’t) read this book
• Casting hot takes for the Project Hail Mary movie with Ryan Gosling
• Book club potential, final star ratings & recommendations for what to read next

If you loved The Martian, Dark Matter, or just want to join the hype before the movie, this episode is for you.

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The back half of A Court of Mist and Fury is packed with iconic moments, and we had a LOT of feelings about them. From the Summer Court heist to the one-bed inn, Starfall, the soup confessional, and Feyre’s jaw-dropping High Lady reveal, this episode is part recap, part unfiltered reactions, and part chaotic character ranking.

If you’re re-reading ACOTAR, diving in for the first time, or just love hearing book besties yell about Tamlin and swoon over Rhysand, this one’s for you.

✨ What you’ll hear:

• Our reactions to Starfall & the soup scene
• Nesta and Elain’s Cauldron transformation
• Feyre’s undercover Spring Court twist
• Full character rankings (sorry Tamlin)
• Final thoughts & book club review of the second half

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In this episode of Book Bits & Chill, we’re rereading A Court of Mist and Fury (ACOMAF) — the Romantasy Bible by Sarah J. Maas.

We recap Part 1 of ACOMAF: Feyre’s wedding meltdown, Tamlin’s gaslighting era, Rhysand’s chaos goblin entrance, and Feyre’s first trip to the Night Court. We also rank ACOTAR characters from worst (Tamlin, Ianthe, Lucien) to best (Rhys, Mor, Cassian, Azriel, Amren).

🎧 Perfect for fans searching for:

• ACOTAR recap & analysis
• A Court of Mist and Fury summary
• Romantasy book reviews
• Fourth Wing & Knight and the Moth discussions

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“Everything you know about your gods is a lie.”

In this episode of Fiction’s Fresh Faces, we explore Godsbane, a romantasy debut packed with prophecy, forbidden magic, feminine rage, and (yes) the one bed trope. Author Lindsey Richardson shares how her runaway dog sparked the story of Ivy Fellows, what makes her MMC different from the usual broody hero, and why Godsbane is the book romantasy readers didn’t know they needed.

Godsbane is NOW available for preorder! → lindseyrichardsonauthor.com

Timestamps
0:00 “Battle a god, change the fate of the world”
5:42 The one bed trope always wins
7:43 The book boyfriends who inspired her MMC
14:55 How a runaway dog sparked Godsbane
21:09 Writing spice in hotel bars
23:19 Gods, jewels, and mythology-inspired worldbuilding
42:20 Taylor Swift & Sleep Token: the Godsbane playlist
45:03 Preorder + first signing details

If you love Plated Prisoner, Crowns of Nyaxia, or Percy Jackson nostalgia — add Godsbane to your TBR now.

Cassie dives into binge-worthy Romantasy reads (Trial of the Sun Queen, Love and Other Words), Emily recaps her TV obsessions (The Gilded Age, The Buccaneers), and we debate book boyfriends, unfinished series chaos, and upcoming book-to-screen adaptations (Love Hypothesis, People We Meet on Vacation). The coziest book club for Romantasy lovers and avid readers—grab your blanket and join the chat!

Taylor Jenkins Reid is back with Atmosphere, a high-stakes space drama that had us sobbing, ranting, and fangirling all at once. 🚀

In this spoiler-free review, Cassie & Emily break down who this book is perfect for, how it compares to The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo, and whether it deserves a spot on your TBR.

We cover NASA history, queer romance, representation, and (yes) why Katy Perry came up in the conversation.

Perfect for book clubbers, romantasy readers, or anyone wondering: Should you read this?

Timestamps:

00:00 – Intro: why Atmosphere broke us
01:38 – Summary & first impressions
03:54 – Who this book is (and isn’t) for
07:11 – Women in NASA & Sally Ride
10:21 – Romance, identity, and representation
12:14 – Katy Perry in space?!
13:27 – Where TJR misses on diversity
17:25 – Comparing Atmosphere to Evelyn Hugo
20:06 – The love story & emotional stakes
21:15 – Joan as a main character
25:22 – Final ratings & recommendations
27:19 – The emotional gut punch of the ending
28:15 – Women are literally everything
29:12 – Similar book recs (The Women, The Martian, Lessons in Chemistry, Hidden Figures)
30:12 – Spice rating, book hangover level, and book club potential

Buy Atmosphere on Amazon: https://amzn.to/41lQn4k
Buy Atmosphere on Bookshop: https://bookshop.org/a/114324/9780593158715

In this episode, Emily and Cassie dive into Part Two of Sarah J. Maas’s A Court of Thorns and Roses — aka the iconic “Under the Mountain” section that changed everything for Feyre, Tamlin, and Rhysand.

We’re breaking down the second half of ACOTAR with:
✨ A light recap of Feyre’s trials (yes, including that worm)
✨ Our updated ACOTAR character rankings (spoiler: Tamlin is not thriving)
✨ Hidden Easter eggs we caught on our reread that hint at future books
✨ Hot takes on Amarantha, the riddle, the fairy wine nights, and the moment we all started falling for Rhysand

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We’re diving into the first half of A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas — perfect for Romantasy readers, book clubs, or anyone who needs a spoiler-filled refresher.

What you’ll hear:

• ACOTAR Part 1 recap & plot summary
• Our brutally honest character rankings
• Foreshadowing & Easter eggs for later books
• Hot takes on Tamlin, Lucien, Rhysand, Feyre, and Nesta
• Why this book hooks readers even when you “don’t like” the characters

From Feyre’s wolf hunt and capture by Tamlin, to the Spring Court’s cursed masquerade masks, meeting the Suriel, and Rhysand’s unforgettable entrance, we cover it all. Expect honest character rankings (Nesta supremacy), hidden Easter eggs, and plenty of unhinged moments (yes, Tamlin’s fiddle makes the list).

Perfect for book club discussions, ACOTAR newcomers wanting a refresher, and avid Romantasy readers who love deep dives, banter, and obsessing over fictional characters like they are real.

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