This week on Two Loud for the Library, Julia and Chloe dive into This Vicious Dream, Stacia Stark’s spin-off tale following Madina from The Kingdom of Lies. With ARC in hand and high expectations, the hosts unpack a story full of chains, grimoires, godhood, and emotional whiplash.

They weigh in on Madina’s transformation, the chemistry (and constant conflict) with Kalisian, and the tangled morality of vengeance, trauma, and trust. Expect Disney-coded daydreams, strong opinions on reincarnation, and a serious call for more unhinged female rage.

Was it good? Was it enough? Tune in and decide for yourself.