Hey there, history lovers! We love a good climax. On today’s episode, we explore the rise in the popularity of the romantasy genre. From stories of swords to… well, other swords, we unpack what is so captivating about this genre, as well as its critiques.

NOTES & CORRECTIONS:

Natalie's top 5 books are The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller, Heart of Darkness by Joseph Conrad, Ariadne by Jennifer Saint, Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen and Frankenstein by Mary Shelley.

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BIBLIOGRAPHY:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j8SaCL1OOxU

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https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-07-03/how-acotar-and-fourth-wing-romantasy-books-got-so-popular

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The Assignment Podcast with Audie Cornish

The Serious Business of Romance Novels, Oct 2023

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