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Is This Just Fantasy?

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The book club where we review all things fantasy! Join Duncan and Geordie as they embark on a quest to track the breadth and history of the fantasy genre, one epic at the time. Whether you're a fan of book-stopper tomes like Duncan, or lighter YA fantasy like Geordie, we want you to read-along with us. Episodes are released every two weeks, giving you enough to read the book (or skim the synopsis if you're just here for the banter.)

Episodes

Muse of Nightmares

It seems Duncan couldn't resist. Unable to cope with the wait, he chose to select the sequel to the last book: Laini Taylor's 'The Muse of Nightmares.' In the conclusion to the duology, Geordie and Duncan discuss how it compares to the first, the romance, and Geordie won't shut up about set-up and pay-off.

Apr 09, 20221 hr 55 minSeason 1Ep. 3

Strange the Dreamer

With his first chosen book of the podcast, Geordie brings us on a journey into mystery and romance with Laini Taylor's 'Strange the Dreamer.' Find out if, like Geordie, this is your favourite fantasy novel of all time, and see whether Duncan agrees with him. Content warning: Strange the Dreamer is a novel about trauma, and whilst the novel handles the topic with great delicacy, listeners and readers alike should be aware that the novel centers around: Rape and sexual abuse Memory loss Forced cap...

Apr 09, 20221 hr 16 minSeason 1Ep. 2

Conan: Tower of the Elephant

The premier episode! Meet Geordie and Duncan on the cusp of their first episode as their journey to 1932 and beyond to an Age Undreamed Of. If you've never read a Conan story, or whether you're a fellow dog-brother or sword-sister, listen as we discuss Robert E. Howard's classic Conan novella: The Tower of the Elephant.

Apr 09, 20222 hr 11 minSeason 1Ep. 1
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