Episode Guide: Diving Deep with Author Carissa Broadbent!

​Welcome back to the Coven, Book Babes! 🖤 We have been waiting for this moment. This week, we are finally tearing down the veil and hosting an absolute titan of the dark romantasy world.

​I am Rebecca, and on this week's episode of Two Girls, One TBR, Kirsty and I are sitting down with the brilliant Carissa Broadbent to talk world-building, high-stakes tension, and all the things we love about her incredible universes. 🦇✨

​Whether you are a die-hard fan of the Nyaxia world or looking to dive into the War of Lost Hearts series for the very first time, this episode is packed with behind-the-scenes secrets, character deep dives, and plenty of spice talk. 🌶️

​As always, this is an adult podcast intended for mature audiences, so expect uncensored laughs and maximum heat levels!

​🍸 The Potion of the Week

​To bring the world of our episodes completely to life, we curate custom potion recipes for every drop. Mix up one of this week's blends at home for the ultimate immersive listening experience!

​Option 1: Blood Moon Martini (The Cocktail) 🍷

• ​Ingredients: 2 oz Vodka, 1/2 oz Triple Sec, 1 oz Pomegranate Juice, 1/2 oz Fresh Lemon Juice, Topped with Cranberry Juice.

• ​Instructions: Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with fresh ice. Add all ingredients. Shake vigorously for 10 to 15 seconds until the shaker is frosted and chilled. Strain the mixture into a crystal rocks glass filled with large, fresh ice cubes. Top off the glass with cranberry juice.

​Option 2: The Vampire's Elixir (The Mocktail) 🩸

• ​Ingredients: 2 oz Pomegranate Juice, 2 oz Chilled Hibiscus Tea, 1 oz Fresh Lemon Juice, Topped with Sparkling Water.

• ​Instructions: Build over ice in a cocktail glass of your choice. Top with sparkling water to add a layered effect.

​📚 The Ultimate Carissa Broadbent Reading Guide

​During the episode, we break down how these incredible series connect. If you want to build your physical library or find your next read, here is the official shelf guide to Carissa’s books:

​The Crowns of Nyaxia Universe 👑

• ​The Serpent and the Wings of Night (Nightborn Duology, Book 1)

• ​Six Scorched Roses (Standalone Novella)

• ​The Ashes and the Star-Cursed King (Nightborn Duology, Book 2)

• ​Slaying the Vampire Conqueror (Mortal Enemies to Monster Lovers Standalone)

• ​The Songbird and the Heart of Stone (Shadowborn Duology, Book 1)

• ​The Fallen and the Kiss of Death (Shadowborn Duology, Book 2)

• ​The Lion & The Deathless Dark (Bloodborn Duet, Book 1, Releasing August 4, 2026!)

​The War of Lost Hearts Trilogy ⚔️

• ​Daughter of No Worlds

• ​Children of Fallen Gods

• ​Mother of Death and Dawn

​🎙️ This Week's Segment Highlights

• ​Rebecca’s Radar: I am breaking down the most anticipated dark romance and fantasy releases hitting our shelves next, plus an update on my own massive physical TBR stack. 📖

• ​The Spice-o-Meter: We are ranking the heat levels of Carissa’s most intense scenes and breaking down why her slow-burn tension hits so incredibly hard. 🔥

​🎧 Where to Watch and Listen

​Don't miss a single second of the conversation! You can stream the full video interview or listen on the go right here: Two Girls One TBR

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​Slide into our DMs over on Instagram at @TwoGirlsOneTBR to share your thoughts, check out our visual episode aesthetics, and see what the rotating team is reading next.

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​Goodnight Book Babes.