Fantasy FanGuide: Everything You Need to Know Before Rites of the Starling

Fantasy FanGuide: Everything You Need to Know Before Rites of the Starling

March 23, 2026 · 1h 36m

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Nicole and Lexi prepare listeners for the sequel to Shield of Sparrows by discussing its world, characters, and magic systems.

SPOILERS FOR SHIELD OF SPARROWS Nicole & Lexi walk through everythingggg you need to know about Shield of Sparrows in preparation for the sequel, Rites of the Starling , on April 7th! This episode walks you through the basic world building and main characters, along with the magic systems and monsters found within this story. To prepare you for the sequel, we have a brief recap of Shield of Sparrows and discuss where the story leaves off. And as always, we wrap up with our theories for the next book! We hope this gets you ready for the next book – we know we can’t wait!!! CHECK OUT THE FANTASY FANFELLAS PODCAST FEED: https://open.spotify.com/show/2JVloDSbL0b6NSeztH88PA?si=cb02cb48bd0e4f7f Art of the Monsters in Shield of Sparrows: https://www.instagram.com/p/DIT0FNbxZox/?img_index=5 Check out our recent sponsors: https://www.fantasyfangirls.com/sponsors Join the FanClub: https://fantasyfangirls.com/fanclub Shop our merch: https://fantasyfangirls.myshopify.com/ Support the show through our Amazon Shop: https://www.amazon.com/shop/fantasyfangirlspodcast Newsletter: https://fantasyfangirls.com/newsletter Website: https://www.fantasyfangirls.com/   Upcoming events:* Denver…

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