In this episode of the Open/Booked Podcast, hosts Tisha and Loren discuss their recent reads, upcoming book releases, and dive deep into the novel 'The Whip in the Waves' by Emma G. Pearl. They explore character dynamics, the unique take on mermaid lore, and the themes of love and relationships within the story. The conversation is filled with insights, humor, and a few spoilers as they wrap up their thoughts on the book and prepare for an interview with the author. Emma shares insights into her writing process, character development, and the inspiration behind the story, including her academic background in folklore. The dialogue also touches on the challenges of balancing writing with other commitments and the intricacies of creating multi-perspective narratives. Listeners gain a deeper understanding of the novel's themes, such as loyalty, sacrifice, and the societal roles of women, all woven into a magical and mysterious setting.

In case you're new here, we spoil the books we are discussing so please be sure you're either ok with spoilers or have read the book to avoid learning details you might not want. The episode discusses several trigger warnings related to the book, these include themes sacrifice and patriarchy, sex work, violence and espionage as well as emotional manipulation. These elements are integral to the plot and character development, providing depth and tension to the story. Also, we cuss like sailors, on leave (IYKYK) so if any of that makes you uncomfortable please skip this one.

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