In our final episode of Season 1, we're talking about In the Veins of the Drowning by Kalie Cassidy — a siren song of gods, transformation, and saltwater magic that left us enchanted… and a little lost.

In this episode, we discuss:

• The recency of the gods and how faith shapes this world
• Magic systems that are intriguing but lack clarity
• The sensory pull of the sea
• Blood bonds and shifting loyalties
• And why we left with more questions than answers — and what that says about the world itself

If you love mythic fantasy, oceanic worlds, and stories that haunt more than they explain, this one’s for you.

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Hosted by Alyssa Curtis & Ash Christine. Theme song by Magiksolo. Recording studio provided by Garden Groove

Until next time, keep wandering - we'll see you in the next world!