Episode 6:
Dungeon Crawler Carl
Episode Summary:
In this episode, we journey through Hemlock & Silver by T. Kingfisher—a dark, inventive reimagining of Snow White, brimming with poison, intrigue, and clever twists. It’s a fantasy where magic meets science, with a healer protagonist facing uncanny mysteries rather than fairy‑tale beasts.
What We Cover:
- First Impressions: How T. Kingfisher blends cozy horror, folklore, and humor
- The Story: Anja the healer, her obsession with poisons, and a royal mystery with deadly stakes
- Standout Characters: A pragmatic heroine, a silent guard, and a cat who steals the show
- Themes That Matter: Curiosity, survival, and reworking fairytales for modern readers
- The Hard Questions: 5 hard questions this book sparks when you dig past the surface
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