Those Are My Thoughts
Two long-distance book besties, Jillian and Sara, dive into popular romantasy books with fun, thoughtful discussions. From spicy fantasy romances to magical slow burns, they break down chapters, share hot takes, and laugh their way through today’s most talked-about reads. Perfect for fans of romantasy, book clubs, and cozy bookish chats. We’re not literary scholars — we’re just here for the vibes, (but mostly the spice).
Episodes
17 episodes
So You Just Found Romantasy? BookTok Hot Takes, Tropes We Love (and Don't), & What to Read First
So you just stumbled into the world of romantasy and you're wondering where to even begin? We got you. 🐉✨In this episode, Jillian + Sara (aka your friendly neighborhood book besties) are breaking down the essentials of romantasy for any...
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Heat of the Everflame by Penn Cole – Chapters 41 - end | Casual Fantasy Book Talk with Friends (Part 2)
In this episode, Jillian and Sara wrap us their thoughts of Heat of the Everflame by Penn Cole, covering chapters 41-end. They unpack the book’s thrilling climax, explore the dynamics of the main characters, and share their early theories on wh...
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Heat of the Everflame by Penn Cole – Chapters 1–40 | Casual Fantasy Book Talk with Friends (Part 1)
In this episode, Jillian and Sara dive into the fiery world of Heat of the Everflame by Penn Cole, covering chapters 1–40. They unpack the book’s thrilling opening, explore the dynamics of the main characters, and share their early the...
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Glow of the Everflame by Penn Cole Part 2
Book 2 in the Kindreds Curse Sage by Penn Cole.Join us, Jillian and Sara, while we discuss all the feelings that this 2nd book provoked! We've met a new top tier boyfriend and dare I say, top tier found family? The tension, adventure, my...
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Glow of the Everflame by Penn Cole Part 1
Book 2 in the Kindreds Curse Sage by Penn Cole.Join us, Jillian and Sara, while we discuss all the feelings that this 2nd book provoked! We've met a new top tier boyfriend and dare I say, top tier found family? The tension, adventure, my...
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Spark of the Everflame by Penn Cole Book Review
Book one in the Kindreds Curse Saga by Penn Cole. This episode contains spoilers for the entire book of Spark of the Everflame by Penn Cole. However, there are no spoilers beyond the first book, only predictions for what’s to come!&...
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Two Twisted Crowns by Rachel Gillig Part 2 Chp 31 - End
Join us as we unpack all our thoughts from this fast paced read! Covering everything from Ione + Elm to the nightmare, the theme of empathy and emotional support and so on! This book is split into 2 podcast episodes. Don't miss out ...
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Two Twisted Crowns by Rachel Gillig Part 1 Chp 1- 30
Join us as we unpack all our thoughts from this fast paced read! Covering everything from Ione + Elm to the nightmare, the theme of empathy and emotional support and so on! This book is split into 2 podcast episodes. Don't miss out ...
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One Dark Window by Rachel Gillig Part 3 Book Review
The book the hooked us the quickest to date! Join us, Jillian and Sara, as we listen to our voice memo sent while reading this book for the first time. The 2nd half of this episode is our thoughts on the entire book, our ratings, and what we're...
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One Dark Window by Rachel Gillig Part 2 Chp 21 - End
Part 2 of the book the hooked us the quickest to date! Join us, Jillian and Sara, as we read and react to the 2nd half of the book One Dark Window. This episode contains spoilers for chapters the book One Dark Widow. However, NO spoilers for bo...
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One Dark Window by Rachel Gillig Part 1 Chp 1-20
The book the hooked us the quickest to date! Join us, Jillian and Sara, as we read and react to the book One Dark Window. In this episode we have one read until chp 20, so there are NO spoilers beyond that point in the book. However this episod...
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Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros Book Review Part 2
In this episode, we listen back on our voice memos shared while we read Onyx Storm for the very first time! Go to that magical happy place in your mind while we re live the reading experience together and then wrap up the episode by discussing ...
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Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros Book Reaction Part 1
In this episode, we share our reactions to Onyx Storm. From jaw-dropping moments, celebrating predictions we got right and sobbing through chapters. Tune in for a fun, spoiler-filled discussion as we break down our favorite parts and t...
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Fourth Wing and Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros Reread Thoughts
In this episode, we share our experiences re-reading Fourth Wing and Iron Flame while eagerly anticipating the release of Onyx Storm. Join us as we share our thoughts on the twists, favorite characters, and scenes tha...
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Meet Your New Book Besties Jillian + Sara
Welcome to the very first episode of Those are My Thoughts, hosted by Jillian and Sara. The podcast where two book besties dive into the magical worlds of romance and fantasy reads! Whether you’re a hopeless romantic, an avid fantasy f...
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The Songbird and the Heart of Stone by Carissa Broadbent - Review & Discussion | Fantasy Book Podcast
This episode contains spoilers for ALL the Crowns of Nyaxia Series and two stand alone books by Carissa Broadbent, that includes: The Serpent and the Wings of Night, The Ashes and the Star Cursed King, Six Scorched Roses, Slaying the Vamp...
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When the Moon Hatched by Sarah A. Parker - Review & Discussion | Fantasy Book Podcast
The episode contains spoilers for the entire book. Join Jillian and Sara as we unpack all the thoughts we had during this read. We will also be listening to our emotional voice memos shared during our first read through the book. T...
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