Book Reviews
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Uptown Oracle Reads… Beneath the Citadel
Beneath the CitadelDestiny Soria (Affiliate Links) In the city of Eldra, people are ruled by ancient prophecies. For centuries, the high council has stayed in power by virtue of the prophecies of the elder seers. After the last infallible prophecy came to pass, growing unrest led to murders and an eventual rebellion that raged for…
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Uptown Oracle Reads… Circle of Shadows
Overall, it was a lovely read for an anticipated book. There were a lot of good aspects, with only the predictability putting me off slightly. However the ending left just enough mystery to intrigue me for the next book.
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Uptown Oracle Reads… Shiang
ShiangC F Iggulden (Affiliate Links) In Shiang, the young king rules without dissent. Mazer swordsmen stand watch on every corner, looking for the first sign of rebellion. This city is a place of quiet and slow dignity, like a man eating rice with a razor pressed against his throat. Yet with one sharp movement, order…
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Uptown Oracle Reads… The Caged Queen
For those that loved the The Last Namsara, the sequel The Caged Queen brings back your favourite characters but with a new POV!
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Uptown Oracle Reads… The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck
Not one for self-help books normally, The Subtle Art of Not Giving a Fuck really got through to me. It’s a quick read full of some great pointers to help make your life a little easier.
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Uptown Oracle Reads… Tempests and Slaughter
| Amazon | Waterstones |Tempests and SlaughterTamora Pierce Arram Draper is a boy on the path to becoming one of the realm’s most powerful mages. The youngest student in his class at the Imperial University of Carthak, he has a Gift with unlimited potential for greatness–and for attracting danger. At his side are his two…
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Uptown Oracle Reads… A Curse so Dark and Lonely
Overall I enjoyed the book, and found that there were a few twists and turns that are different to the original. I also found out that there will be a second book which continues this tale! There’s a slight cliffhanger, but not one that’s too frustrating.
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Uptown Oracle Reads… Damsel
Damsel was a lot darker than I first expected, with trigger warnings of rape, abuse, suicide and sexual assault. This doesn’t make it a bad book, but if these areas trouble you I wouldn’t recommend. I did however find it strange that it was YA marketed – as it would definitely only be suitable for…