Is the Book Better, Though? With Jake Martini
Welcome to Is the Book Better, Though? — the podcast where stories go head-to-head on page and screen. Each episode, I compare books and their movie adaptations to decide once and for all which one does it better. From Oscar winners to cult classics, I dig into what the book nailed, what the movie missed, and whether the film should have been made at all.
Expect witty commentary, honest opinions, and the occasional existential crisis over casting choices. If you love reading, movie nights, or just arguing about both, this is your new favourite podcast.
🎬📚 Join me every week as we tackle everything from The Lord of the Rings to The Hunger Games — because sometimes Hollywood gets it right… and sometimes the book really is better.
Is the Book Better, Though? With Jake Martini
A Court Of Thorns and Roses - Cover Judging and Chapters 1-3
Look, I’m a sleep-deprived dad of two who barely has time to read emails, let alone fantasy romance novels. But somehow, I found myself reading A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas — yes, that book TikTok keeps shouting about.
In this first episode of my journey through the ACOTAR series, I will judge the book by its cover, and dive into chapters 1 through 3. Spoiler: there are wolves, lots of brooding, and annoying family members.
If you're curious about ACOTAR but not sure it's your thing — or you're a fan who wants to hear a completely unfiltered, slightly confused take from someone who hasn’t ever read a fantasy book — this is the podcast for you.
🛌 In this episode:
- What’s going on with this book cover? Is this YA or adult fantasy or… something else?
- First impressions of Feyre (and how you pronounce that name)
- Thoughts on the writing style, pacing, and overall vibe
- My take on the world so far: bleak, snowy, and a bit stabby
Hit play and join me as I try to figure out what all the hype is about — one chapter (and one cup of coffee) at a time.