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Summary
This episode explores the massive cultural phenomenon surrounding the midnight release of Sarah J. Maas’s new book, *A Court of Thorns and Roses*. Host Dikke Teerstra interviews booktoker Marwa Omari, who discusses the series' appeal to young women through its strong female protagonist and emotional depth. They also examine the role of social media in driving the hype and compare the current excitement to the earlier Harry Potter craze.
Topics discussed
Midnight release hype for A Court of Thorns and Roses
Introduction to the Maasverse and the podcast
Reading excerpt from the book
Interview with booktoker Marwa Omari
Experience of the midnight release in Rotterdam
Global phenomenon of midnight releases
Plot summary and world-building of the series
Author Sarah J. Maas and upcoming releases
Why the series is popular: emotional connection
Reading excerpt: trauma and action scene
Debate on the term 'romantasy'
Attracting new readers and escapism
Why the series appeals to young women
Feyre as a female protagonist role model
Discussion on explicit scenes and 'smut'
Reading excerpt: intimate scene
Role of social media in the series' success
Comparison with the Harry Potter hype
Personal reading habits and atmosphere
Closing remarks and upcoming episodes
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