In which Bethanie and Ash discuss chapters 18-20 of Frostbite by Richelle Mead.

Rose faces escalating danger as Mason, Eddie, and Mia impulsively head to Spokane, forcing her and Christian to pursue them through risky measures.

Their journey culminates in a tense confrontation with hostile humans and eventually a kidnapping by the Strigoi, led by the cruel Isaiah, who manipulates and threatens the group.

Rose grapples with helplessness, loyalty, and moral dilemmas as she witnesses Eddie’s blood compelled against his will and struggles to protect her friends.

While imprisoned, she experiences surreal dreams connecting her with Adrian and Lissa, offering hope and new ways to navigate their powers amidst captivity.

Themes of survival, friendship, and the psychological toll of danger dominate these chapters, highlighting Rose’s courage, resourcefulness, and growing emotional resilience.

Bite Me is a Three Sisters Podcast Network podcast. Hosted by Bethanie Finger and Ashleigh Tanner and featuring the literary works of Richelle Mead. The logo art was created by Bethanie Finger and the intro/outro music was composed by Something Weird.

In chapters 15–17 of Frostbite, Rose navigates the turbulent waters of love, jealousy, and self-discovery. She struggles with her feelings for Dimitri while balancing a complicated romance with Mason and the flirtatious attention of Adrian.

Conflicts with her mother, Janine, and tensions at social events highlight Rose’s growing awareness of familial and societal expectations. Amid threats from Strigoi and the pressures of Moroi politics, Rose learns to confront her emotions, make difficult choices, and assert her independence. By the end, she embraces emotional maturity, letting go of Mason to prioritize her own understanding of love and the happiness of those around her.

Bite Me is a Three Sisters Podcast Network podcast. Hosted by Bethanie Finger and Ashleigh Tanner and featuring the literary works of Richelle Mead. The logo art was created by Bethanie Finger and the intro/outro music was composed by Something Weird.

In which Bethanie and Ash discuss chapters 11–14 of Frost Bite, by Richelle Mead.

Rose navigates a whirlwind of romance, power, and danger. She grows closer to Mason, sharing playful moments and tentative kisses, while grappling with lingering feelings for Dimitri and the provocative attention of Adrian.

Meanwhile, she witnesses Lissa and Christian practicing forbidden magic under Tasha’s guidance, sparking both intrigue and tension. The group faces escalating threats from Strigoi attacks, political debates among Moroi, and crises that test loyalty, leadership, and strategy, including Janine and Tasha’s bold efforts to prepare for battle.

Amid luxury, chaos, and personal conflict, Rose balances her evolving relationships with her responsibilities, demonstrating growth, courage, and a deeper understanding of her magical world.

Bite Me is a Three Sisters Podcast Network podcast. Hosted by Bethanie Finger and Ashleigh Tanner and featuring the literary works of Richelle Mead. The logo art was created by Bethanie Finger and the intro/outro music was composed by Something Weird.

In chapters 8–10 of Frostbite, Rose struggles with jealousy and longing as Lissa and Christian’s romance grows, intensifying her feelings of being sidelined. Her conflicted emotions deepen after an impulsive kiss with Dimitri, who then distances himself, leaving her confused and regretful.

Christmas brings further tension with Dimitri, her cold mother Janine, and a heartfelt gift from Lissa, emphasizing Rose’s sense of isolation.

On a ski trip, she bonds with Mason, feels guilt over his injury from her reckless stunts, and meets the charming yet unsettling Adrian, highlighting her conflicted feelings about loyalty and attraction.

Throughout these chapters, Rose navigates the turbulence of young love, friendship, and personal growth, balancing desire, responsibility, and emotional upheaval.

Bite Me is a Three Sisters Podcast Network podcast. Hosted by Bethanie Finger and Ashleigh Tanner and featuring the literary works of Richelle Mead. The logo art was created by Bethanie Finger and the intro/outro music was composed by Something Weird.

In which Bethanie and Ash discuss chapters 4-7 of Frostbite by Richelle Mead, the second book in the Vampire Academy Series!

Chapters 4–7 Summary:

Rose is shocked when her estranged mother, Janine Hathaway—a famous guardian—visits the Academy. Their strained relationship flares as Rose challenges her mother’s choices in class, leading to a public confrontation. Later, during a tense training session, unresolved emotions explode into a physical fight where Janine lands a punch that sends Rose to the infirmary with a black eye, deepening Rose’s feelings of abandonment and inadequacy.

Meanwhile, Rose spends time with Lissa, Christian, and his aunt, Tasha Ozera, at an old guardian watch-post. Tasha’s resilience and independence impress Rose, especially her choice to fight Strigoi without a guardian. The group bonds over laughter and stories, offering a rare moment of warmth. Rose also notices subtle flirtation between Tasha and Dimitri, which stirs complicated feelings.

Back at school, Rose’s bruised face becomes the talk of the campus. She clashes again with rival Mia and vents her frustration to Lissa, revealing how deeply the fight with her mother affected her. Their conversation also touches on Lissa’s struggle with Spirit magic and medication. As the chapter ends, Rose feels the emotional intensity of Lissa and Christian’s romantic connection through their psychic bond, leaving her both emotionally shaken and intrigued.

Bite Me is a Three Sisters Podcast Network podcast. Hosted by Bethanie Finger and Ashleigh Tanner and featuring the literary works of Richelle Mead. The logo art was created by Bethanie Finger and the intro/outro music was composed by Something Weird.

In which Bethanie and Ash discuss chapters 1-3 of Frostbite by Richelle Mead, the second book in the Vampire Academy Series!

Chapters 1–3 Summary:

Rose Hathaway, a fierce dhampir guardian-in-training, prepares for her Qualifier exam while managing concern for her best friend, Lissa, a Moroi royal struggling with her mental health. During a road trip with her mentor Dimitri, their growing romantic tension is interrupted when they discover the aftermath of a brutal Strigoi attack that killed the legendary guardian Arthur Schoenberg. The attack hints that Strigoi may now be working with humans, a chilling escalation of danger.

In Chapter 2, Rose is shaken by the massacre at the Badica family home but tries to stay strong. The presence of experienced guardians highlights her emotional inexperience. As the news spreads, Rose reunites with Lissa and processes the deeper threats against Moroi royalty. Her resolve to protect those she loves strengthens, despite her inner turmoil.

Chapter 3 brings a brief shift in tone as students learn of a surprise ski trip designed to keep them safe after recent attacks. Rose shares a playful moment with her friend Mason, though her feelings remain conflicted between him and Dimitri. Just as things start to feel lighter, Rose’s estranged mother unexpectedly appears at the Academy, bringing new emotional tension and unresolved issues to the surface.

Bite Me is a Three Sisters Podcast Network podcast. Hosted by Bethanie Finger and Ashleigh Tanner and featuring the literary works of Richelle Mead. The logo art was created by Bethanie Finger and the intro/outro music was composed by Something Weird.

In which hosts Bethanie and Ash discuss chapters 21-24 of Vampire Academy by Richelle Mead.

Chapter 21 Summary:

Rose and Dimitri kiss under the influence of an enchanted necklace, which clouds their minds with lust until Dimitri discards it. Rose warns him about Lissa’s kidnapping, but guardians and Kirova are skeptical. Using her bond, Rose tracks Lissa to a cabin where Victor reveals he kidnapped Lissa to make her heal his debilitating illness and admits he and Natalie spread rumors to discredit her.

Chapter 22 Summary:

Victor explains Lissa’s rare elemental affinity: spirit, which allows her to resurrect and heal but damages the mind if overused. He reveals Lissa resurrected Rose after a fatal accident. Victor wants Lissa captive to control her healing for his own survival and plans to claim the Moroi throne by promoting Moroi-guardian combat. Lissa resists but agrees to help under torture. Christian is a stowaway on the rescue convoy as Lissa attempts escape.

Chapter 23 Summary:

Rose pursues Lissa through the woods, fights off psi-hounds sent by Victor, and Christian helps with fire magic but is badly injured. Lissa heals Christian using Rose’s blood, draining Rose in the process. Rose recovers in the infirmary. Victor is imprisoned; Natalie’s fate is unclear but later revealed. Lissa reconciles with Rose, breaks up with Aaron, and starts dating Christian. Dimitri admits their age gap prevents a relationship but encourages honesty about the spell. Rose visits Victor, who reveals the “shadow-kissed” bond and hints at ongoing power struggles. Natalie suddenly attacks Rose as a Strigoi.

Chapter 24 Summary:

Rose battles supernaturally fast Strigoi Natalie until Dimitri arrives and kills her. Dimitri confesses his love for Rose but insists they cannot be together due to their roles and age difference. Lissa is prescribed medication that controls her self-harm urges but suppresses her magic. Rose understands Ms. Karp likely became a Strigoi to escape the mental toll of spirit powers. Rose investigates St. Vladimir’s death, learns he died peacefully, and gains hope for helping Lissa safely use her magic.

Bite Me is a Three Sisters Podcast Network podcast. Hosted by Bethanie Finger and Ashleigh Tanner and featuring the literary works of Richelle Mead. The logo art was created by Bethanie Finger and the intro/outro music was composed by Something Weird.

In which hosts Bethanie and Ash discuss chapters 17-20 of Vampire Academy by Richelle Mead.

Chapter 17 Summary:

Lissa tells Rose that Dimitri and Victor are arranging for Rose to go shopping as part of Lissa’s protection. The trip almost falls apart when Lissa finds a dead dove in her bag, but the outing proceeds. During the trip, Dimitri warns Rose about Strigoi and shares personal insights. At the mall, Rose enjoys a moment of normalcy but injures her ankle when a bench collapses, causing her to faint.

Chapter 18 Summary:

Rose wakes with no serious injury despite the fall, puzzling her. Dimitri cheers her up with gifts, and they share a tender moment. Rose realizes Lissa’s healing saved her from a previous car accident. Rose enters Lissa’s mind and finds her upset in the chapel attic. After a tense conversation with Christian, Lissa self-harms again. Rose manages to return to her body just in time to get help.

Chapter 19 Summary:

Rose worries about revealing Lissa’s self-harm to Dimitri and considers telling him about Lissa’s powers. Gossip about Lissa and Rose spreads, hurting both socially. Rose plans to skip the school dance but agrees to go after Mason invites her. At the dance, Jesse and Ralf apologize for spreading rumors at Mia’s urging.

Chapter 20 Summary:

Rose is shocked by Mia’s ruthless efforts against her and Lissa. She punches Mia to protect Lissa from exposure. Rose finds comfort in Christian calming Lissa’s mind but then sees Lissa attacked by dhampirs in a mental vision. Confused and worried, Rose seeks Dimitri, struggles with her feelings for him, and they share a kiss.

Bite Me is a Three Sisters Podcast Network podcast. Hosted by Bethanie Finger and Ashleigh Tanner and featuring the literary works of Richelle Mead. The logo art was created by Bethanie Finger and the intro/outro music was composed by Something Weird.