Feathertails, Papa Sorrengail’s Research & Jack Barlowe: An Empyrean Theories Deep Dive

Welcome to Dear Dragon Reader, a special series from Dear Fantasy Reader podcast! Hosted by Karly, each episode dives deep into a specific topic from Rebecca Yarros’ Empyrean Series. In this episode, Karly unpacks the mysteries of Feathertails and their intricate connections to Papa Sorrengail’s research. She theorizes about Violet's father’s identity, his motivations, and the findings in his research on Feathertails—and whether he was unalived (and if so, by whom). She also examines the potential existence of more Feathertail gifts and their significance to the larger story. Finally, Karly explores Papa Sorrengail’s potential connection to Jack Barlowe, theorizing how this might explain Jack’s hatred for Violet and his possible role in Violet’s quest to uncover her father’s research. So book up, Dragon Readers, and get ready for thoughtful analysis, exciting theories, and plenty of dragon-sized insights! *All episodes include spoilers for the entirety of Fourth Wing and Iron Flame* Want more from Dear Fantasy Reader? The DFRP chapters so far: • Season 1: Fourth Wing Deep Dive Through the Lens of Iron Flame • Season 2: Onyx Storm Prep • Season 3: Onyx Storm Deep Dive • Season 4: Dear Fantasy Author — our ongoing author interview series featuring your favorite romantasy writers! • Follow us on Instagram @dearfantasyreaderpod to see who we’re interviewing next! • Season 5: The Overflowing TBR — our ongoing collection of bonus book chats, reactions, wild theories, and anything that doesn’t fit into a formal season but absolutely deserve their moment. • & MORE TO COME! Visit the Dear Fantasy Reader website for more info: https://www.dearfantasyreader.com

00:00 Intro 00:36 Who is Violet’s dad/Papa Sorrengail? 04:09 Why Was Papa Sorrengail Researching Feathertails? 05:22 What Did Papa Sorrengail Find? 06:17 Theories on Possible Feathertail Signet Gifts 08:09 Was Papa Sorrengail Unalived? WHY? BY WHO? 10:06 What is Jack Barlowe’s Connection to Papa Sorrengail? 13:36 Theories on Why General Sorrengail Allowed Jack to Live Want more? Check out our Season 1: Fourth Wing Deep Dive Through The Lens of Iron Flame, Season 2: Onyx Storm Prep, & our current Season 3: Onyx Storm Deep Dive, here on Dear Fantasy Reader Podcast! DEAR FANTASY READER POD MERCH: https://dear-fantasy-reader-podcast.printify.me/ SUPPORT US ON PATREON—AD-FREE & FULL VIDEO EPISODES & MORE: http://patreon.com/dearfantasyreaderpodcast JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/9pcd3jBTVK ARCHIVES: Rebecca Yarros Author Talk in Columbus Ohio (Garrick Island Question) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=Mu7LVjUhU_8 PREORDER ONYX STORM - https://amzn.to/40I2R6D Follow along: Instagram: @dearfantasyreaderpod TikTok: @dearfantasyreaderpod YouTube: @dearfantasyreaderpod Threads: @dearfantasyreaderpod Email us your favorite Empyrean theories & insights: dearfantasyreaderpod@gmail.com Visit the Dear Fantasy Reader website: www.dearfantasyreader.com Don't forget to share this podcast with all of your Empyrean friends! New episodes on Thursdays (Wednesday early access on Patreon)!