Shelf Addiction Podcast

In this episode of Shelf Addiction, hosts Tamara and Casey dive into the fantasy novel "Vicious Bonds" by Shannora Williams, exploring its intricate plot and character dynamics. The story follows a mortal woman who unexpectedly finds herself in a darker universe, forming a bond with a brooding ruler. As they discuss the book, they share their thoughts on the cliffhanger ending, character motivations, and the world-building elements that shape the narrative. The conversation also explores the characters' relationships, particularly the protagonist's struggles with her past and her connection to her missing twin brother. Tamara and Casey express their excitement for the series while critiquing certain aspects of the story, such as character development and the balance of magic within the plot, among other things. Ep 559 Pick up a copy of today's book!  Find all the essential links in one spot and follow Tamara! Connect with Tamara: Instagram| https://www.instagram.com/shelfaddiction/ TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@shelfaddiction X | https://x.com/ShelfAddiction Connect with Casey: Instagram| https://www.instagram.com/Casey_heartfullofink TikTok| https://www.tiktok.com/@heartfullofink X | https://x.com/DustMiteBunny Check out our sponsors and deals! 🤑📚 - Book Review Journal - Book Review Notebook - Reading Challenge Tracker - Get your bookish gear in the Shelf Addiction Merch store! - Read free on Everand for 60 days (formerly Scribd) - Audible- Get a free 30-day membership and a free book! - Try Audiobooks.com! New customers get 3 FREE audiobooks with 1 premium credit and 2 VIP titles! Use our promo code SHELFADDICTION (spelled as one word) when you sign up. *********************************** Do you enjoy the Shelf Addiction podcast episodes? Please help support the costs of hosting and editing the podcast by becoming a part of our Patreon family! For as little as $2 a month, you can help our team create even more amazing bookish content. Learn more at https://www.patreon.com/shelfaddiction. If Patreon isn't your thing, consider becoming a supporter on the Spreaker app to gain access to exclusive audio-only content. For the NEW PRICE OF $2 A MONTH, become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shelf-addiction-podcast--1703669/support. *********************************** Produced with GarageBand This is a list of my frequently used music. Some or all may appear in this Shelf Addiction Podcast episode. -Ad Music | Sweet Success on Purple Planet is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Artist: http://www.purple-planet.com/upbeat/4593380163 -Ad Music | Beats Like Mine by Sugar Blizz - Royalty Free music via Epidemic Sound/Spreaker -Ad Music | High Hopes (Do U Feel the Same) (Instrumental Version)High Hopes (Do U Feel the Same) (Instrumental Version) - Royalty Free music via Epidemic Sound/Spreaker -Shelf Addiction Intro/Outro Music created by Samone Ward -Background Intro/Transition/Outro Music 1 | From album Music for Podcasts 4, Southside by Lee Rosevere and is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) -Background Intro/Outro Music 2 | In Private by Gunner Johnsen - Royalty Free music via Epidemic Sound/Spreaker -Background Intro/Outro Music 3 | Assorted Berries by Dylan Sitts - Royalty Free music via Epidemic Sound/Spreaker -Transition Music | From album Creative Commons Vol 2, Summers Coming by Dexter Britain and is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution License Artist: Artist: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Lee_Rosevere/Music_for_Podcasts_4/ -Lightning Round Music | Zencastr standard background music -- licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Vicious Bonds, Shanora Williams, fantasy podcast, book discussion, Shelf Addiction, character analysis, world-building, cliffhanger, romance, book review, Vicious Bonds, book review, romance novels, character dynamics, reading goals, fantasy series, book podcast, Tamara and Casey, book discussions FTC Disclaimer: The show notes may contain affiliate and/or referral links. I receive a small commission if you purchase using my link(s). If you purchase using my link(s), you will be supporting the Shelf Addiction website and podcast. This is NOT a sponsored podcast. All opinions are genuinely my own. **This audio podcast shall not be reproduced, sampled, or uploaded elsewhere without my written consent.