The Book We Didn’t Know We Needed To Read – Love and Other Words
All Too Well Read
Welcome back, book besties! In this episode, we’re diving into the Christina Lauren novel that completely gutted us—in the best way possible. Love and Other Words might have been published back in 2018, but thanks to BookTok and divine timing, this story found us exactly when we needed it. We unpack the swoony nostalgia of first love, the gut-punch plot twist that left us emotionally unwell, and how this book inspired Megan to rethink her own novel’s ending. Plus, we share all the tea from attending Christina Lauren’s book tour on opposite coasts (and yes, Megan gushed like an idiot...
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Crashing Out With Onyx Storm
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Welcome to the chaos. In this episode, Christiana and Megan are battling burnout, clinging to caffeine, and diving deep into the emotional whirlwind that is Onyx Storm. Spoiler alert: we are unwell. From unhinged character arcs to spicy moments that made us feral, we break down everything this book threw at us—including the heartbreak, the humor, and the cliffhangers that left us spiraling. We’re unpacking themes of denial, reality, grief, and growth while questioning every unresolved plot thread and begging authors everywhere to take their time. If you’ve ever finished a book and...
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Confessions of Being a Creative
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This week, Megan and Christiana are in their feels—and their creative eras. From Megan’s fresh new bangs to Christiana’s dreamy tattoo inspired by Throne of Glass, this episode is all about navigating life transitions, creative chaos, and the rollercoaster that is being an artist in a content-hungry world. The girls get real about writing anxiety, imposter syndrome, and the magic (and mess) of finding your creative voice. Christiana shares some soul-stirring takeaways from an arts + spirituality conference, and Megan opens up about the ever-evolving nature of her writing journey. Whether...
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Getting Cozy with Iron Flame
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Grab your wine, and prepare for chaos, because Megan and Christiana are diving into the dragon-filled, emotionally explosive world of Iron Flame! In this episode, they break down everything from the slow-burn start (hello war strategy overload) to the emotional gut punches, the messy miscommunication, and the beautifully unhinged character arcs that kept them up way too late reading. From screaming about Xaden and Violet’s trust issues to unpacking Nolan's betrayal, this conversation is part therapy session, part theory spiral, and part still trying to understand what even happened. They...
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Fourth Wing: Recap & Review
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In this episode of All Too Well Read, Megan and Christiana take flight into the world of Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros. From the very first page to the final gasp-worthy twist, they're recapping it all—favorite quotes, character arcs, dragon dynamics, and all the brutality that is Basgiath. The conversation goes beyond the page as they explore the emotional highs and heartbreaks of the story, dive into the themes of strength, betrayal, and vulnerability, and unpack what it means to create (and consume!) stories that truly move them. Plus, they share their own writing journeys, book...
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Pisces Season, Romance Slumps, & The Book That Saved Us: The Paradise Problem💘📚
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It’s Pisces season, besties—aka the time to get dreamy, creative, and maybe just a little emotionally unhinged. In this episode, Megan and Christiana kick things off with all the ways to tap into inspiration during this mystical season before diving into contemporary romance—a genre that’s been testing them lately. But fear not! Just when they thought they’d hit a romance reading slump, The Paradise Problem swooped in and saved the day. They break down why this book restored their faith in the genre (and maybe humanity??),...
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House of Flame and Shadow Recap & Review 🔥✨
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Welcome to the very first episode of All Too Well Read! Megan and Christiana are kicking things off with a deep dive into House of Flame and Shadow, the latest whirlwind from Sarah J. Maas. From jaw-dropping plot twists to swoon-worthy (and sometimes infuriating) character moments, they’re spilling all their unfiltered thoughts and feelings. Did this book live up to its reputation? Are we actually okay after that ending? And what does this all mean for the SJM multiverse? Buckle up, book besties, because this is one wild ride. ⚠️ Warning: This episode contains spoilers related to the...
info_outlineIn this episode of All Too Well Read, Megan and Christiana take flight into the world of Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros. From the very first page to the final gasp-worthy twist, they're recapping it all—favorite quotes, character arcs, dragon dynamics, and all the brutality that is Basgiath. The conversation goes beyond the page as they explore the emotional highs and heartbreaks of the story, dive into the themes of strength, betrayal, and vulnerability, and unpack what it means to create (and consume!) stories that truly move them. Plus, they share their own writing journeys, book boyfriends, and why they’re both obsessed with the fantasy genre’s unique ability to make them feel seen. Grab your weapons, tighten your saddle straps, and get ready for a ride—because this episode is a wild one.
Key Takeaways:
Character deep dives into Violet, Xaden, and the most villainous of villains (we’re looking at you, Jack Barlow and Dain)
Themes of love, loss, and the messy beauty of trusting others—even when secrets abound
A behind-the-scenes look at the hosts’ own creative journeys and why enjoying the process matters more than chasing perfection
Don’t Miss:
🔥 Favorite quotes that left us swooning
🐉 Dragon bonds and brutal battles
📚 Final ratings and our Iron Flame anticipation level (spoiler: it's high)
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