Mary & Blake’s Blog

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House Of The Dragon Season 2 Ending Explained: Why The Finale Betrays Its Own Build-Up

The House of the Dragon Season 2 finale does not fail because nothing happens. It fails because its strongest consequences are deferred. Here’s why the ending betrays its own...

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BLAKE’S BOOK CLUB | Drums of Autumn – Chaptah 52: Desertion

In Drums of Autumn Chapter 52, “Desertion,” Brianna waits at River Run after Jamie leaves to find Roger. But this quiet chapter is really about Bree realizing that protection...

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House Of The Dragon Season 2 Recap: What To Remember Before Season 3

Need a House of the Dragon Season 2 recap before Season 3? Here’s what to remember about Rhaenyra’s new dragonriders, Aemond and Vhagar, Aegon’s escape, Alicent’s broken deal, Daemon’s...

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Drums Of Autumn Chaptah 51 Explained: Roger’s Worst Choice In Drums Of Autumn Is Also His Best One

Roger Wakefield finds the stones, the gems, and a way out of the nightmare. But in Drums of Autumn Chaptah 51, escape is not the point. The real test...

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Richardson’s Outlander Plan Explained: Why His “Moral” Mission Is Actually Pretty Dumb

Richardson’s plan in Outlander Season 8 Episode 9, “Pharos,” sounds moral at first: change the American Revolution, keep the colonies British, and end slavery sooner. But once you factor...

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Lord John And Jamie’s Chess Scene Gives Outlander The Only Emotional Payoff Of Season 8

Lord John and Jamie’s chess scene in Outlander Season 8 Episode 9, “Pharos,” is one of the final season’s best moments because it turns years of pride, pain, restraint,...

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