Books and Booze Podcast

Before getting into the second half of Gold by Raven Kennedy, Jamie & Christine chat "Which Wrath member are you." Jamie also needs to interlude with her favourite new tv show. *Ahem* Adam Brody *ahem.*Christine brings you a rare cocktail from the pages of the book that Auren herself has drank. Is it successful? Sure. If only she would've invested in a cocktail smoker though...Then we tackle Gold by Raven Kennedy. Auren taps into her past and goes on a mission. Slade is sad and rotting. Osrik is heartbroken. Malina is in a battle for her kingdom. Its great. And oh, is that a cliffhanger? From Raven Kennedy? No way.As per usual, we bring you our castings and MVP of the episode.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Come chat fantasy books (& more) with us on IG & TikTok @booksandboozepodcast !

It's the best of ACOTAR & ACOMAF episode!First, Jamie & Christine bring you a mash-up of quick clips taken from our fave quotes and ridiculous impressions of characters like Rhysand, Cassian, Feyre, The Water Wraith, The Weaver ETC. This was originally something we made just to make us laugh, but now we're sharing it with all of you.Then, you get our favourite clips from our 'A Court of Thorns & Roses' and 'A Court of Mist & Fury' by Sarah J. Maas episodes. This includes moments in these books that are important for us, interesting conversations, or just funny times where things got out of hand lol.And stay tuned because our A Court of Wings & Ruin by Sarah J. Maas coverage starts soon !. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Come chat fantasy books (& more) with us on IG & TikTok @booksandboozepodcast !

Jamie & Christine finish off Glow by Raven Kennedy.First though, a lil Books N' Booze Podcast schedule update is in order. Then Christine is again reminded why she shouldn't try so hard. Everyone tell her the Rot Gold drink looks good OKAYYYY!? LIEEEEE. Anyway, we get so much juicy backstory, love making, relationship insight, epic quotes, and funny friend moments that we literally couldn't stfu (I cut so much from this episode; You don't want to know). Then of course there's a sad/devastating/heart-wrenching cliffhanger because that's just how Raven Kennedy does it.As per usual, we bring you our castings and MVP of the episode.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Come chat fantasy books (& more) with us on IG & TikTok @booksandboozepodcast !

Before getting into Glow by Raven Kennedy, Christine introduces Jamie to JoJo Siwa. THEN Jamie introduces Christine to the sound of her fan because she forgot to turn it off to record this podcast (I'm fine, we're fine). Also, sorry.This episode is still lots of fun despite this because we chat TROPES. We're getting to know what we like and don't like in romantasy.Jamie brings you a cocktail that for sure turned our teeth blue, but this is a sound only podcast so we're in the clear. We continue Auren's story in Glow by Raven Kennedy. We chat "would you live in Drollard Village?", Auren's horrible cooking, and how we would also like Slade to tie our boots.Of course, we have much to say about Auren dealing with a horrific trauma, building up her strength, and the relationships she has, which we love so much.As per usual, we bring you our castings and MVP of the episode.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Come chat fantasy books (& more) with us on IG & TikTok @booksandboozepodcast !

Jamie and Christine chat audiobooks and voice actors. Sorry Kelly Ripa. Christine brings you a mediocre REVENGE drink that Jamie pretends to like for a minute. The second half of Gleam by Raven Kennedy is f-ing hot, devastating and traumatic, and then empowering and vengeful. Hold onto your hats (This is still a cool saying, right?) As per usual, we bring you our castings and MVP of the episode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Come chat fantasy books (& more) with us on IG & TikTok @booksnboozepodcast !

Jamie & Christine chat 'how to get out of a reading slump.' This advice is anecdotal and incredibly biased, but THIS IS THE ONLY WAY. Christine then realizes she names her children like Raven Kennedy names her books. We get it girl. Jamie brings you a cocktail in honour of the ice queen, Malina. A White Russian for a White Lady. We get into Gleam by Raven Kennedy where there's more rich background story, the hottest kiss we've ever witnessed, a new Alis, and Auren continuing to get back control (ugh love it). As per usual, we bring you our castings and MVP of the episode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Come chat fantasy books (& more) with us on IG & TikTok @booksnboozepodcast !

Christine goes off on her DNF streak. Luckily, there's hot Fourth Army wine to soothe her. THEN Jamie & Christine dive into the second book in the Plated Prisoner series by Raven Kennedy: Glint. We are turned on, disgusted, confused, and excited. A real mix of emotions that any good book should bring. AND this book is f-ing good. As per usual, we bring you our castings and MVP of the episode. If wondering, the book Christine was ranting about but didn't name was Reckless :) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Come chat fantasy books (& more) with us on IG & TikTok @booksnboozepodcast !

Jamie & Christine kick off the their Plated Prisoner Series coverage with a gold drink... duh. But also, we chat WHY this books series by Raven Kennedy is so near and dear to our hearts. Get your tissues, a therapist, and laugh-pants on. We're getting into the beginning of this 6-book series with GILD (and let me tell you, this is truly just the beginning) and we are pumped up to get on the emotional rollercoaster with you! As per usual, we bring you our castings and MVP of the episode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Come chat fantasy books (& more) with us on IG & TikTok @booksnboozepodcast !!!!

Christine & Jamie chat the last two chapters of A Court of Mist & Fury by Sarah J. Maas then attend the most prestigious award ceremony you will ever encounter. Awards include: - Favourite Cocktail - Favourite Moment - Cringe Moment - A Casting Hill You Will Die On - Medal of Honour - Ultimate Loser - Most Valuable Object (MVO) - Overall MVP Then that's it folks! Thank you to everyone who has listened along, we love and appreciate you. We will back with A Court of Wings & Ruin in October. ............................................................... Come chat fantasy books (& more) with us on IG & TikTok @booksnboozepodcast !!!! & Find out what series we are covering during our ACOTAR series interlude.

Jamie & Christine chat TBR (To-be-read) lists and Reading Goals. If you are book fiends like us you know the insanity of it all. Then we tackle the end dramas of A Court of Mist & Fury. One of which is highlighted in this week's drink "Sour Grapes." Who's sour grapes you ask? Well, listen in and find out muahaha. Then we cast two new characters and name our MVPs of the episode! ........................................... Come chat fantasy books (& more) with us on IG & TikTok @booksnboozepodcast !!!!

Let's chat Bride by Ali Hazelwood. Werewolves & Vampires? Yes please. No breakdown, just the WHOLE book this time!Christine brings you a peanut butter cocktail in honour of Misery Lark. We are now obsessed with it.As per usual, we bring you our castings and MVP of the episode.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Come chat fantasy books (& more) with us on IG & TikTok @booksandboozepodcast !!!!

Jamie & Christine tell you what they read and recommend after the Sarah J. Mass Multiverse hangover. Then Christine delivers a peach drink in tribute of 'A Court of Mist & Fury' character that is most deserving. Then we get the multi-use cloth IYKYK, true f-ing friendship, a battle for the ages, and Christine's attempt at a growl, which doesn't go well. We get a re-casting call that goes arye and so many worthy MVPs. ........................................... Come chat fantasy books (& more) with us on IG & TikTok @booksnboozepodcast !!!!

You best believe we are talking about the Sarah J. Maas Quiz up top. In a twist of genre though, we get into who our dogs would be as a celebrity. This is important stuff people! We need to get into A Court of Mist & Fury's dramatic peaks and valleys though because we have tears (Jamie's), heartstring pulling, and spicy spice spice. As per usual, we bring you our castings and MVP of the episode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Come chat fantasy books (& more) with us on IG & TikTok @booksnboozepodcast !!!!

Jamie talks Las Vegas & Adele. Then Christine brings you a cocktail 4 Da Boyz. And if that weren't enough, A Court of Mist & Fury is adding some chili flakes; There is a tiny inn and one bed. Let's count how many times Christine says "horned up." As per usual, we we bring you our castings and MVP of the episode! ........................................ Come chat fantasy books (& more) with us on IG and TikTok @booksnboozepodcast !!!!

Jamie & Christine want to get less re-cappy. It's a recalibration for this fantasy book podcast that is must needed. Then we jump into A Court of Mist & Fury where Christine fashions her Borat sling and croissant snack to the Court of Nightmares. Don't you worry, we bring it back to romance and Jamie delivers with a Starfall-worthy cocktail. As per usual, we we bring you our castings and MVP of the episode! ........................................ Come chat fantasy books (& more) with us on IG and TikTok @booksnboozepodcast !!!!

Jamie & Christine catch up on their recent reads. Can we say?... Nothing gives us life more than making the cocktail vaguely described in a scene. Chapter 38 of A Court of Mist & Fury IYKYK. Also, trust us with the extra cherries. THEN we get an unhinged, but well-done, impression that makes Jamie want to unplug Christine's mic (is there a theme here?). ........................................................ Come chat fantasy books (& more) with us on IG and TikTok @booksnboozepodcast !!!!

Jamie & Christine get curious about what they play in da Velaris clubs. THEN they put on their large sun hats, mix pineapple drinks, and secure their fanny packs because that's what you wear in the summer right!? ANYWAY we're heading to the Summer Court and are DEEP into A Court of Mist & Fury by Sarah J. Maas. ....................................... Check us out on IG & TikTok @booksnboozepodcast

Jamie & Christine break down who they are in the Archeron family-system. Are you a Nesta, Elain, or Feyre? Then we get a night on the town in Velaris, a peak at those powerful Illyrian thighs, and a continuation of Feyre's healing that so wonderfully includes magic powers and horniness (our two favourite things). ................................ Your patience with our furnace neglect continues at 00:19:00 - 00:27:00. Jamie says she does not hear it, but it drives Christine nuts. Regardless, thank you. We love you. You all have powerful Illyrian thighs xo. ................................. Check us out on IG & TikTok @booksnboozepodcast

What if a woodsy, creepy, cottage creature made a cocktail? We have you covered. Jamie & Christine also talk mood-reading; Book Mood Management is real everybody! Then we get into these chapters that left us amused, confused, and horned up. . . . . . . . . . . . . . FYI: We keep forgetting to shut that furnace off to record and we feel like major dum-dums. Apologies for that at 00:53:00 - 00:59:00. Thank you for your patience we love you all. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Check us out on IG & TikTok @booksnboozepodcast

We cover why Jamie should be credited with the audiobook invention, whether it's creepy to wink (it is), what it would be like to fly after dinner, and what a sweet gift a bone carving would be. Also, Jamie & Christine cover a very important Casting Call, MVP, and Ultimate Loser. .............................. Our apologies for the sound 00:51:00-01:05:00 (ugh). .............................. Check us out on IG & TikTok @booksnboozepodcast