This episode of Femme & Furious deep dives into Booktoks beloved book, Binding 13, from the Boys of Tommen series by Chloe Walsh. In this episode, host Julia Rose Portela breaks down chapters 1-10 of Binding 13, and explores how the patriarchy impacts booktoks favorite trauma induced teens, primarily Shannon Lynch, Johnny Kavanagh, and Gerard “Gibsie” Gibson. This episode dives deep into the world of Ballylaggin, immersing listeners into the world of Boys of Tommen, and discovering why this series is so prevalent and adored on booktok.

Takeaways

• The influence of the patriarchy on the characters
• Johnny Kavanagh anger issues and how they are a consequence of repressed trauma
• Shannon Lynch’s trauma, from gendered bullying tactics to patterns of abuse
• The complex dynamics of teenage relationships and emotions are explored in depth
• Marie Lynch, and the complex narrative of girlhood, motherhood, and gender imbalances
• Developing a crush and the awakening of sexual desire

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