Welcome to our 21-part deep-dive literary analysis of Sarah J. Maas’s bestselling romantasy novel, A Court of Wings and Ruin (ACOWAR). In this episode, we cover chapters 35 through 40, as Feyre enters her first battlefield and the Inner Circle joins the Summer Court in the fight against Hybern, only to find that war brings more than just bloodshed. With 13 years of combined academic literary experience and two rotating literary lenses, best friends Jac and Amy examine how Sarah J. Maas depicts the harsh realities of battle, the cost of broken trust, and the blurred lines between strategy and morality. As Feyre steps into war at Mor’s side, we ask: What does it mean to be powerful in a world that demands sacrifice, and can alliances survive the shadows of past betrayals? Don’t miss our literary deep dives into A Court of Thorns and Roses (ACOTAR) and A Court of Mist and Fury (ACOMAF) for the full scope of Feyre’s evolution from hunted mortal to High Lady in a time of war. Chapter Description: The Inner Circle prepare themselves for war as they rush to the aid of the Summer Court. Hybern’s surprise attack on the capital of Adriata leaves many dead or wounded, and the city once in the throes of rebuilding now lies in rubble. Feyre joins her first battle at Mor’s side as both a willing and unwilling student in the art of war. Though the Night Court attempts to support their allies, Feyre and Rhys’s former deceptions reap distrust from Tarquin that results in their swift departure after Hybern’s ominous retreat. 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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