The Midnight Readers Podcast

Zodiac Academy: Fated Throne Part 5

On this week's episode, Diego shares some much-needed context for the current affairs afflicting! As it turns out, Lionel might be in just as much trouble as our protags. Caleb and Seth are really becoming our favorite pairing, as we tensions ramp up and Xavier butts his bedazzled horn into everything. We finally get to see Darcy and Orion come to their senses (thank the stars!) and a major character dies in the middle of one of the best battle scenes in the books so far. And hey, remember how we joked about that wedding? Yeah... Yeah, we got the wedding. Hold onto your A.S.S.’s because this one is wild ride. 

Zodiac Academy: Fated Throne Part 4

On this week's episode of What Will the Stars Fuck Up Next, Seth reveals his plans about Orion and Darcy to Darius, while Max gets some unfortunate news about his family's little secret. The Spares take a front seat in this selection as well, as we get more of a glimpse into Hadley and Xavier's relationship. Hadley offers some misguided advice for the innocent Pegasus that we love so much. Meanwhile, Catalina has been cozying up to Daddykins Grus and Gabriel finally gets a turn on the royal oracle chair for a chilling prophecy.

Zodiac Academy: Fated Throne Part 3

Last we left off, Tory was struggling to play her role as Lionel's bodyguard and Darcy was forced into a one-on-one with Orion. Seth is determined to play matchmaker with Darcy and Orion in the WORST way possible (and arguably the funniest way possible). Since the authors are determined to drag this out, we are looking forward to more Seth shenanigans! Plus, in part 3 of Fated Throne, we finally learn some more about the royal family and their secret lives before the event of the twins' expulsion from Solaria. 

Zodiac Academy: Fated Throne Part 2

Whew, we warned you, readers! Tory is once again in danger and Darcy has stepped up to the plate as the leader of their growing faction. Will they be able to help Tory, despite the bond? Seth, on the other hand, needs to learn to stay out of meddling with Darcy's life, despite his hilarious attempts to help her. Lionel takes his new power as an opportunity to enforce segregation amongst the orders, while Xavier wrestles with... bedazzling. Join us for a hilarious episode!
Edit: The episode has been updated due to some portions of it having dead air space, which should be fixed now! Thanks to everyone who let us know. 

Zodiac Academy: Fated Throne Part 1

By the STARS readers, that last book left us fucking reeling. Fated Throne starts off strong - new weapons, changing friendships, and new plans. However, we all know these authors are particularly skilled at bringing us up before we hit rock bottom, so don't get too comfy. Tory's life is in the hands of the one person who can't be trusted and he's gaining power with every page. On the other hand, Darcy teams up with the heirs and puts her phoenix powers to good use. Plus, we meet the Spares as fully-fledged Zodiac Academy students, including one (very beloved) pegasus. Join us on this week's episode! 

Zodiac Academy: Cursed Fates Part 5

Hey Readers... long time, no see! We had a lot of interruptions between this episode and the last. The stars really had it out for us! But we are so excited to get back into the swing of things.  The last chapters of Cursed Fates are full of high highs and low lows - we truly begin to see the unraveling of the world we know in Zodiac Academy. A prophecy is foretold, Lionel gains a new weapon in his fight to the top, and Orion explores his newfound lack of freedom. Diego's order is revealed and some of our central relationships are turned upside down completely! Join us as we finish up the last section (and lament over the insane cliffhanger). 
 

Zodiac Academy: Cursed Fates Part 4

Cursed Fates continues to shock!! This episode of Cursed Fates covers some upsetting developments for Darcy and Orion, much to our dismay. However, the stars have brought us some character development for some of our faves. Seth has officially redeemed himself, but suddenly he's got an eye for a certain... vampire? Looks like Christy has some competition. Also, the twins get some insight into their parents (and some other family members!) on why they were fated to be our protags. Join us for some discussion!

Zodiac Academy: Cursed Fates Part 3

Last we left off, Tory discovered a very useful trick with her Phoenix flames while Darcy, Orion, and Darius bonded over nymph extermination...what were they looking for? And what will Tory and Darcy do with their newfound abilities? Things heat up this week for some of our favorite characters, including a new potential pairing. Will my theory be proven correct? Yes, but that's beside the point. Join us on this week's episode for more theories and fae shenanigans.

Zodiac Academy: Cursed Fates Part 2

Part 2 brings up back to one of our favorite characters - Xavier! But how is Xavier handling the new guest in Acrux Manor? Back at school, the heirs have almost officially... switched sides? Everyones allegiances are up in the air as the revelation of Tory and Darius' unfortunate fates become realized. Turns out, maybe Seth does have a soul? The heirs hatch a plan to reverse Tory's decision but it seems like an impossible task. Meanwhile, Tory and Darcy learn some new things about their magic that could be crucial to their cause. 

Zodiac Academy: Cursed Fates Part 1

Well, this took a sudden turn! Zodiac Academy has already got us reeling in our seats. Maybe the shadows are getting to us? With the cliffhanger from the last episode, we were jumping to get to the resolution of Shadow Princess, only to walk right into a bigger mess. Now that Clara is free, tensions are high as Tory and Darcy come to terms with their fates... and some of us are having trouble dealing with it, too! Even our opinions about some major characters are being challenged. What do you guys think... are they cursed??