#034: This week on A Novel Bunch, we’re celebrating Solstice in Velaris with Chapters 15–28 of A Court of Frost and Starlight by Sarah J. Maas — a cozy, glittering, gift-filled chapter set that gives us peak Inner Circle warmth, laughter, and just the right amount of emotional depth.

*SPOILERS AHEAD*

Feyre searches for the perfect gift for Rhysand while rediscovering her own creative spark, the Bat Boys head to the sauna for their annual tradition of snowball wars, steam, and brotherly chaos, and the Inner Circle exchanges gifts that are heartfelt, hilarious, and so perfectly them.

Even Nesta shows up, and Cassian can’t help himself — he walks her home, sparks flying even as tempers flare. Their moment may end with Cassian tossing the thoughtful gift he spent months finding into the Sidra, but the tension between them says everything: there’s still fire there.

But the biggest Solstice highlight? Feyre tells Rhysand she’s ready to try for a baby, turning the celebration into something truly magical. And in a surprise that softens the edges of the season, Tamlin asks Rhys a simple, powerful question — one that asks whether forgiveness might someday be possible.

A tender, glowing Solstice — full of hope, healing, and new beginnings.

Let's get into it, Bunchies!