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Tropes and Tribulations

Tropes and Tribulations

By: Holly Powell Grace Powell
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Two sisters. Too many books. Endless recommendations. Your next book obsession starts here. Welcome to Tropes & Tribulations, where sisters Holly and Grace dive into the books taking over your TBR. In spoiler-free episodes, we break down tropes, spice, and why you should (or shouldn’t) read it. Then, in deep dives, we analyse every twist, ship, and heartbreak. Plus, our "I'm Going to Convince You to Read..." episodes help you find your next book obsession. If you love romance, fantasy, and screaming over fictional characters, you’re in the right place!Holly Powell, Grace Powell Art Literary History & Criticism
Episodes
  • A Forbidden Alchemy Deep Dive: Recap all the twists, betrayals and romance

    A Forbidden Alchemy Deep Dive: Recap all the twists, betrayals and romance
    May 22 2026

    Join us as we enter the world of Artisans and Craftsmen and discuss A Forbidden Alchemy by Stacey McEwan. In this episode we recap everything you need to know before reading book 2, A Forsaken Prophecy. This episode if filled with spoilers, as we highlight everything you need to know and our favourite moments.
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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • A Forbidden Alchemy Spoiler Free: Secrets, Rebellion and Rave Reviews

    A Forbidden Alchemy Spoiler Free: Secrets, Rebellion and Rave Reviews
    May 7 2026

    On this episode we give you our spoiler free review of A Forbidden Alchemy by Stacey McEwan. A historical dystopian fantasy book full of secrets and twists that will have you hooked.

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    20 mins
  • Fearless Deep Dive: More Trials, More Romance and More Questions

    Fearless Deep Dive: More Trials, More Romance and More Questions
    Apr 23 2026

    On this episode of Tropes & Tribulations, we discuss all of our favourite moments from the final book of the Powerless Trilogy by Lauren Roberts. This episode is filled with spoilers, as we give our thoughts on the trials, romance, and what questions are left unanswered.
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    1 hr and 3 mins
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