The Library Coven

A bi-weekly podcast in which two besties read young adult fantasy through a critical lens

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  • Two hardcover copies of the The WIcked King on top of a navy and green crocheted blanket
    Episodes

    16. The Wicked King by Holly Black

    March 26, 2019 /

    Happy Spring, listeners! In Episode 16 we discuss The Wicked King by Holly Black, the much-awaited sequel to The Cruel Prince. Content warning: emotional and physical child abuse. ChildHelp – Child Abuse Assistance – Call 1-800-422-4453 if you or someone you know is the victim of child abuse Below you can find links to all of the topics and references that came up in our conversation. And 10 points to Gryffindor if you can count the number of times K say the word “fascinating”. Is it the shiny, new replacement for “interesting”?? Only time will tell. If, like us, you’ve ever had a hard time distinguishing between an anti hero…

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    12. A Gentleman’s Guide to Vice and Virtue by Mackenzi Lee

    January 28, 2019
    Book Gods of Jade and Shadow on a black marble background

    33. Gods of Jade and Shadow by Silvia Moreno-Garcia

    July 29, 2020
    Novel CHILDREN OF BLOOD AND BONE on top of red journal next to "brave wizards" candle

    2. Children of Blood and Bone by Tomi Adeyemi

    September 10, 2018
  • The Poppy War by RF Kuang against the backdrop of a snowy landscape
    Episodes

    15. The Poppy War by R.F. Kuang

    March 11, 2019 /

    This fortnight J & K are discussing The Poppy War by R.F. Kuang. We’re diverting a bit from our usual YA Fantasy books. This book is definitely for adults, and not for the faint of heart! The characters are complicated, the story is complex and violent, and there is a ton of action. Content Warning: In this episode we discuss drug use, rape, genocide, and other instances of extreme violence.  ChildHelp – Child Abuse – Call 1-800-422-4453 for assistance We apologize ahead of time for any mispronounced words, names, and/or places. As is usual, we referenced quite a few things, and you can find more information below! Shamanism Drug traditions from around the world and hallucinogenic drugs The history of The War on Drugs in the US K…

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    94. To Shape a Dragon’s Breath by Moniquill Blackgoose

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    8. The Cruel Prince by Holly Black

    December 3, 2018
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    60. Mexican Gothic by Silvia Moreno-García

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