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...Literally Oathbound Reactions: Part 3

Things are heating up and Magda and Lindsay can barely handle the tension in part 3 of Tracy Deonn’s “Oathbound.” The stakes could not be higher…death, romance, and power are unleashed, and no reader is impervious to the charms of Bree and Nick. Listen in to the penultimate episode of the Literally Books' “Oathbound" journey.
 
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...Literally Oathbound Reactions: Part 2

Unstoppable - This is both the name of part 2 of Tracy’s Deonn’s “Oathbound” and also Magda and Lindsay’s  feelings about the absolute emotional rollercoaster this book takes its readers on. The characters are going THROUGH it, and Magda and Lindsay are right along with them. Traumas, they’ve got them. Listen along as Magda and Lindsay emotionally process, so you don’t have to. 
 
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...Literally Oathbound Reactions: Epilogue and Part 1

Tracy Deonn has Magda and Lindsay under an absolute spell. This week they react to the third book of the Legendborn Cycle, Oathbound, starting with the prologue and part 1. Buckle in, because the ride is off to a bumpy start and it only gets wilder from here. 
 
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...Literally Movie Reactions for Bookish People: Mickey 17

Magda and Lindsay cannot get enough of Mickey (not that one). Mild, habanero, literary or on-screen, Edward Ashton’s character Mickey Barnes continues to capture their heart this week, as they provide their live reactions to Bong Joon Ho’s adaptation, Mickey 17. 
 
Books Mentioned in the Episode: 
A Deal with the Bossy Devil by Kyra Parsi
The Wedding People by Alison Espach
Catalina by Karla Cornejo Villavicencio
Oathbound by Tracy Deonn
Legendborn by Tracy Deonn
Bloodmarked by Tracy Deonn
The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins-Reid
Sparrow and Vine by Sophie Lark
 
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...Literally Legendborn and Bloodmarked Cram Sesh

Magda and Lindsay attempt a whirlwind recap of Briana Matthew’s journey to her power in this week’s recap of the first two books of Tracy’s Deonn’s Legendborn Cycle series. 
 
In preparation for the long-anticipated third book, Oathbound, join the hosts of Literally Books as they recap the highs and lows “Legendborn: and “Bloodmarked.”
 
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Books Mentioned in the Episode: 
Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon
First Time Caller by B.K Borison
Mexican Gothic by Silvia Moreno-Garcia
The Daughter of Doctor Moreau by Silvia Moreno-Garcia
Legendborn by Tracy Deonn
Bloodmarked by Tracy Deonn
 
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...Literally Mickey7 with Edward Ashton

Work, eat, die, repeat. This is the life of Mickey Barnes, the titular character in Edward Ashton’s “Mickey7.” 
 
That simple formula launches some serious philosophical discussions on the nature of humanity, immortality, and identity this week. 
 
Magda and Lindsay do a quick recap of the book and its overall themes before being joined by the author himself! Their chat will make you a new person…literally. 
 
 
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...Literally Characters That Need Therapy with Wale Okerayi

…And how does that make you feel? 
 
This week, Magda and Lindsay are joined by therapist and literary and pop culture scholar, Wale Okerayi (@theehottgirlbooks) to discuss characters that could probably use some time with a licensed professional to talk through their stuff. The group discusses the fine line between a good story and bad mental health as they review some of their favorite troubled characters. 
 
 
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...Literally Going Deep into "Deep End" by Ali Hazelwood

This episode won’t hurt a bit…Promise. Magda and Lindsay discuss Ali Hazelwood’s spicy romance, Deep End (aka Whet, for the real ones).
 
 
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...Literally Books We Wish We Never Read

Like a bad ex, there are some stories that you just can’t quit, even as they’re emotionally scarring you. Magda and Lindsay discuss books they begrudgingly finished, despite their best judgment. From trad wives to Pulitzer winners, these books beg the question, why you gotta be so mean? 
 
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Ep 43 - Pop Culture Catch Up! Fourth Wing Casting, Dramione News, Upcoming Book Adaptations

After a long couple of weeks, Magda and Lindsay are ready to settle in with some sweet treats and a warm blanket. It’s time for a pop culture catch up! This week they discuss casting for Children of Blood and Bone and Fourth Wing; and also the official wrap of the Project Hail Mary movie. They also gush over some potential upcoming adaptations, including Dramione fan fic and a seven figure Netflix deal for Ana Huang, author of the “Twisted” series. Settle in y’all; it’s time to yap.
 
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