In this episode we spend a lot of time on boats. And a lot of time talking about boats. And water, and sails, and rope, and…you get it. We’re in chapters 6 and 7 of Red Seas Under Red Skies. This is where the story takes a major turn. But, is it for the good? … [Read more…]
In this episode we complete the excellent book, The Lies of Locke Lamora. We cover chapter 16, as well as the interlude and epilogue that follow. In addition we reveal our fantasy casting for the characters in this book. Predictions: Sabetha shows up in the next book. The Guild of the Bondsmagi are not going … [Read more…]
In this episode Jean Tannen joins a death cult. Locke wakes covered in earthworms and turpentine. Also, Locke steals a suit. Predictions: We approached the idea of discussing the possible significance of the name “Tavrin Callas.” But, we didn’t really bring it home. I think that this name will be significant. I think that they … [Read more…]
In this episode we cover a huge cliffhanger where Capa Barsavi confronts the Gray King at the Echo Hole. It doesn’t end well for the Gray King, who is being played by Locke Lamora. Does Locke die? Probably not. But, how does he manage to escape? At this point, we have no idea. We also … [Read more…]
This episode begins with Locke meeting Jean for the first time. The two don’t get along at the start. Later Chains sends Jean off to train to become a brawler. In the “present day” Locke meets with Capa Barsavi only to discover that Nazca has been killed. Locke confronts The Falconer, but this doesn’t end … [Read more…]
In this episode, young Locke and the Sanza brothers engage in their first caper. Also, we meet the Gray King! He’s a real bastard. We also debut a new segment called, “Dear Duchess.” If you would like Dear Duchess to answer your question feel free to reach out to us at advice@thedukeandduchesspodcast.com. Predictions: The Berengias … [Read more…]
In this episode Little Locke gets a lesson in humility and decadence in the church of the 13th god. Then Big Locke and crew break into the Don Salvara household disguised as “Midnighters,” and tell the Don exactly what they intend to do with him. We hear about “the Spider,” and “the Grey King,” for … [Read more…]