We're ranking EVERY Sarah J Maas book in the entire SJM universe! From Throne of Glass to ACOTAR to Crescent City, we're placing all the books in our tier list: God Tier, Elite, Love, Good, and Just Okay. Watch us debate Tower of Dawn, agree on Kingdom of Ash, and get into heated arguments about House of Flame and Shadow and A Court of Silver Flames. Plus, find out which controversial ranking almost gets someone kicked off the podcast!If you love Sarah J Maas books, BookTok discussions, or just want to see three friends passionately debate fantasy rankings, this episode is for you. Drop your own SJM tier list in the comments - we want to see your controversial takes!Subscribe for more deep dives on fantasy books, romantasy reviews, and honest book discussions from three friends who feel way too much about books!CONNECT WITH US:📲 Follow us on Instagram → / always.bookd 🌐 Visit our website → https://www.alwaysbooked.netComment "you're so smart and pretty" if you agree with our rankings, or "you're stupid" if you disagree 😂
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5 November Book Releases + Recs
November is STACKED with incredible book releases and we're breaking down the 5 we're most excited to get our hands on. From fantasy to literary fiction, these are the books about to take over our lives (and our TBRs).BOOKS MENTIONED:- The Strength of the Few by James Islington- The Burning Library by Gilly Macmillan- Hollow by Caroline Peckham & Susanne Valenti- Brimstone by Callie Hart- The Moorwitch by Jessica Khoury📚 Subscribe for more bookish deep dives every Thursday📲 Follow us on Instagram → / always.bookd 🌐 Visit our website → https://www.alwaysbooked.netGet booked 🖤
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House of Flame and Shadow (CC3) by Sarah J Maas Deep Dive
We’re diving into Crescent City 3: House of Flame and Shadow by Sarah J. Maas! From Bryce’s big choices to Hunt’s pain and all the wild lore reveals, we’re unpacking every twist and theory. If you love Sarah J. Maas, Throne of Glass, or ACOTAR, this one’s for you. Expect laughter, deep lore talk, questionable theories, and a few tears (because Sarah J. Maas never lets us rest).✨ In this episode:- Our biggest “WTF” moments- Who frustrated us the most (looking at you, Ithan)- Why this book feels made for Throne of Glass fans- Bryce’s choices and what they might really mean- Our favorite characters and theories for what’s nextLet us know your Crescent City mate in the comments and drop your wildest theory — we might feature it in our next theory episode!📚 Subscribe for more bookish deep dives every Thursday📲 Follow us on Instagram → / always.bookd 🌐 Visit our website → https://www.alwaysbooked.net
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1-Star Reviews of Beloved Books That Made Us MAD
Some of these reviews should be illegal. We’re reading the WORST 1-star takes on beloved books and trying not to lose our minds. From Divine Rivals to Kingdom of Ash, the opinions are unhinged and the reactions are real.In this episode of Always Booked, we dive into the world of one-star reviews and the psychology behind them. Why do people rate masterpieces like they’re personal enemies? When does a bad take actually have a point? And what makes a book worthy of one star versus five?Join Olivia, Emily, and Dani as they defend their favorite reads, question Goodreads culture, and laugh through some truly dramatic opinions. It’s a mix of hot takes, honest conversations, and reader emotions that every book lover can relate to.Books Mentioned:Divine Rivals, Fourth Wing, Sunrise on the Reaping, House of Sky and Breath, Normal People, Educated, The Secret History, Kingdom of Ash, and Happy PlaceNew episodes every Thursday. Get Booked!
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KATABASIS by R.F. Kuang Book Review
R.F. Kuang’s Katabasis isn’t just another dark academia fantasy. It’s a descent into the underworld of intellect, guilt, and ambition. Two rival grad students, Alice Law and Peter Murdoch, literally go to Hel to save their mentor, but what they find there says more about academia than it does about demons.Set in 1980s Cambridge, Katabasis turns the university into its own inferno, powered by obsession, genius worship, and the belief that brilliance excuses everything. It’s sharp, haunting, and honestly kind of unhinged in the best way.In this episode, we’re breaking down:How academia becomes its own circle of HelWhy ambition and morality can’t coexist hereThe pull between logic, memory, and madnessWhat it means to lose yourself in the pursuit of knowledgeWhy Katabasis might be Kuang’s darkest and smartest book yet📲 Follow us on Instagram → / always.bookd 🌐 Visit our website → https://www.alwaysbooked.net✨ Subscribe for more dark academia breakdowns, book discussions, and chaotic literary therapy sessions.
A podcast for people who feel way too much about books. We dive into fantasy, literary fiction, romantasy, and the stories that ruin our lives in the best possible way. Hosted by Olivia, Emily, and Dani, besties who talk about their favorite books whether the cameras are on or not. Looking for new book friends? We’ve got you covered every Thursday! Get booked 🖤
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