Welcome to our 15-part deep-dive literary analysis of Sarah J. Maas’s bestselling romantasy novel, A Court of Mist and Fury (ACOMAF). In this episode, we cover chapters 7 through 11, where Feyre returns to the Spring Court after a tense and transformative stay with Rhysand at the Night Court. With 13 years of combined academic literary experience and two distinct analytical lenses, best friends Jac and Amy examine how Sarah J. Maas uses isolation, control, and emotional regression to deepen Feyre’s internal conflict. As Tamlin’s protectiveness turns to possessiveness, and Feyre begins to reclaim her sense of self, we ask: What does power mean in a world that constantly tries to take it from you? Perfect for fans of A Court of Thorns and Roses (ACOTAR), fantasy romance, BookTok favorites, and readers who love smart, nuanced conversation about popular books by women. Chapter Description: The remainder of Feyre’s stay at the Night Court has her learning to read and shield, read and shield, and growing increasingly reclusive from those who want to be her friends. Her return to the Spring Court heralds a new wave of over-protectiveness from Tamlin, who does all he can to lay claim to Feyre and her body. The Tithe shows Feyre a new level of brutality among the High Fae of the Spring Court and an alarming increase in Tamlin’s capacity for anger when things do not go his way. Share your thoughts for a chance to be featured! Submit them at booktalkforbooktok.com for a future mini-episode or exclusive Patreon discussion. Support the Show: Patreon: patreon.com/booktalkforbooktok Merch: Etsy Store Follow Us on Social: Instagram: @BookTalkForBookTok TikTok: @BookTalkForBookTok YouTube: @BookTalkForBookTok Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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