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The Searcher – Tana French – Episode 137
The Buddies dive into Tana French’s “The Searcher”, a book that proves the worst midlife crisis decision isn’t buying a Ferrari, it’s moving to a shack in rural Ireland to escape your problems. This one had all the elements of a Western noir transplanted to the Irish countryside. The Buddies got into discussing a few topics around cookie-stealing neighbors , what phrases start fights (add “Sunny Jim” to the list), living by a code (Omar from The Wire style), and if you should automatically assume a character a figment of the main characters imagination in any thriller. So pour yourself a nice Irish whisky, practice your Irish brogue, and join the other Buddies who cozy up by the fire to read The Searcher.
The Strength of the Few – James Islington – Episode 136
The Buddies dive into James Islington’s ambitious sequel “The Strength of the Few” – a book that takes “go with the flow” to a whole new level when you lose an arm AND get transported to three different worlds simultaneously. This one had all the elements of a kick-ass sequel: distinct worlds, epic fantasy elements, and tea that makes broken legs feel like a light jog. The Buddies got to chatting about whether this was better than the first book, The Will of the Many, how chariot racing has never been relevant and still isn’t, and insults that keep you up at night. So steep your tea, practice your one-armed spear fighting, and join us we immerse ourselves back into the (three) world(s) of The Strength of the Few.
The Will of the Many – James Islington – Episode 135
The Buddies tackle James Islington’s “The Will of the Many,” a fantasy novel that’s been described as “Red Rising meets Magic School” but turned out to be more like “Tenant in a pyramid scheme.” The Buddies dove into a world where people literally give up their will to power society, while the rich kids attend prestigious schools and play extreme capture-the-flag. In this episode the Buddies debated many topics including: whether naked fighting is the ultimate power move, the merits of getting knocked unconscious to time travel, and if this book series is going to be more like Lost season 1 or the Mistborn series. So join us as we grease ourselves up, and fire at Will into The Will of the Many.
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