Dragons & Spaceships
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Join our host Brandi Nelsen as we authentically share our love for these genres, have fun, and share the hottest books out. Whether you're a hardcore D&D fan or just love a good space opera, let your nerdy side shine with us. Tune in and embark on an epic adventure with Dragons & Spaceships!
Dragons & Spaceships
The Stories That Shape Us: A Deep Dive into The Lost Bookshop
In this enchanting episode of Dragons and Spaceships, host Brandi delves into Evie Woods’ The Lost Bookshop, a novel that beautifully blends historical fiction with magical realism. Through the intertwined lives of Opaline, Martha, and Henry, Woods explores themes of belonging, love, and the transformative power of literature.
Brandi highlights how each character’s journey reflects the larger questions of identity and meaning, while also celebrating the role of books as vessels of hope and connection. To round out the episode, listeners get a sneak peek at the upcoming fantasy release We Who Will Die, a highly anticipated addition to the genre.
Key Discussion Points:
- 📚 How magical realism enhances historical storytelling in The Lost Bookshop
- 🌍 Interconnected narratives of Opaline, Martha, and Henry
- 💖 Love, belonging, and the search for identity
- 🔮 The symbolic power of books as portals to self-discovery
- ✨ Early impressions of We Who Will Die and why it’s worth watching for
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