Ruthless Boys of the Zodiac, Dark Fae (Book 1) Review, Predictions, and Hilarious Moments with Alina Marie

“And I was alone. All alone ever since Gareth had left me. And I was so, so mad at him for leaving me. Leaving me all alone. All alone forever.” - Elise Callisto Welcome back to episode 23 of Whimsy, Spice, and Sometimes Nice, a spoiler-free, read-along romantasy podcast. Whether you're a first-time Solarian traveler or a greedy, slippery salmon back for seconds, you fit right in, bae. Madeline (the fan-girling, fast-talking, certified yapper) has read the whole series. And incessantly bugged Josie (the calm, cool professional hater) to start Zodiac Academy. Josie will be reading in real time with you. Providing initial reactions and predictions, while Madeline serves as the guide to help point you along in the right direction.  This is a uniquely formatted bookish podcast because we wanted to create a space where you can join the conversation and get in on the action WITHOUT having to finish the book, series, or ENTIRE universe!!!!  This week we're reviewing Dark Fae, book 1 of Ruthless Boys of the Zodiac, by Caroline Peckham and Susanne Valenti. This episode covers the entire book, but is spoiler-free for the rest of the series. For chapter-by-chapter recaps, check out our last four Dark Fae episodes.  This week, we’re joined by Alina Marie, a bookish creator from Austria obsessed with horses, Fourth Wing, Solaria, and iced coffee. Follow her on Instagram and Tik Tok @alinamariesa for hilarious memes, vlogs, and reviews.  This week we discuss: - Alina’s life as a bookstagrammer and certified horse girl - Our favorite and least favorite tropes - Solarian Universe reading order (and how the re-read compares to our first go) - General feelings and thoughts on Dark Fae - Tropes and major themes in Dark Fae (Revenge, Grief, Fate vs Free Will) - Book recap and main character check-in - Madeline, Josie, and Alina’s current King Rankings - Biggest mysteries we’re left with at the end of book 1 - Would You Rather, Unhinged Edition - Updates on predictions and Pepper Prophecies - Final Whimsy and Spice Reports HUUUUUUGE shout out to Alina for joining us on this special episode! We want to hear your thoughts, feelings, opinions, and predictions! Text or leave us a voicemail at (323)-612-8008 or email us at whimsyspicepod@gmail.com. And of course, be sure to follow us on Instagram @whimsyspicepod for all the latest updates (and to be slightly entertained sometimes). And please, for the love of the stars, leave us a 5-star review. Xoxo, Madeline and Josie