Books

Start of a Chapter 📖 April 2024 TBR

As April unfolds, we find ourselves at the threshold of a new chapter. With each turn of the calendar page, opportunities for adventure, growth, and discovery beckon. And what better companion for this journey than the promise of a new reading list? Whether you’re seeking escape into distant realms, longing for introspection, or simply craving…
Nebula Award for Novel | Finalists | 2024 🌌

The finalists for the 2024 Nebula Award for Best Novel represent a diverse array of themes, settings, and storytelling styles, promising readers an immersive journey into the realms of science fiction and fantasy. From the mystical landscapes of “The Saint of Bright Doors” to the dystopian future depicted in “Translation State,” each novel offers a…
2024 Book Debuts | Authors to Watch – Recommendations List

Hello, book lovers! We’re in yet another year filled with literary delights, it’s time to shine a spotlight on the debut authors who are set to make waves in the literary world in 2024. From captivating storytelling to fresh perspectives and innovative voices, these debut authors are poised to leave their mark on readers and…
Start of a Chapter 📖 March 2024 TBR

As we embark on a new month, it’s time to turn the page and dive into a fresh chapter of literary adventures. March holds the promise of new beginnings, and what better way to embrace it than by delving into captivating stories that transport us to different worlds, spark our imaginations, and ignite our hearts…
End of a Chapter 📖 January 2024 Wrap Up

As the first month of 2024 bids farewell, it’s time to reflect on the literary landscapes traversed in the realm of words. January has been a month of exploration, where the pages of “High Rise” by J.G. Ballard, “The Last Wish” and “Sword of Destiny” by Andrzej Sapkowski, “Caldicott Place” by Noel Streatfeild, and “Dragonfall”…
Uptown Oracle Reads… Caldicott Place by Noel Streatfeild | A Heartwarming Tale of Hope, Friendship, and Unlikely Beginnings

Noel Streatfeild‘s Caldicott Place unfolds as a poignant narrative that captures the essence of family, resilience, and the unexpected turns life can take. When adversity strikes the Johnstone family in the form of a father’s accident, their world is upended, forcing them to leave their home and face an uncertain future in a small London…
Uptown Oracle Reads… Sword of Destiny by Andrzej Sapowski | A Riveting Odyssey 📚

Sword of Destiny, the second instalment in Andrzej Sapkowski’s Witcher series, continues the tale of Geralt of Rivia, the enigmatic monster hunter. In this collection of short stories, Sapkowski weaves a tapestry of adventures that delve deeper into Geralt’s character while introducing new challenges, relationships, and moral dilemmas. Sword of Destiny by Andrzej Sapowski (Affiliate…
Uptown Oracle Reads… Dragonfall by L.R. Lam | A Mesmerising Fusion of Magic, Betrayal, and Unlikely Alliances

L.R. Lam‘s Dragonfall breathes new life into the fantasy genre with a captivating tale of long-banished dragons, gods seeking redemption, and a world teetering on the brink of both wonder and peril. In this epic trilogy opener, Lam weaves a narrative that seamlessly blends magic, betrayal, and the unlikely bond between a desperate thief and…
Uptown Oracle Reads… The Last Wish by Andrzej Sapowski | Unraveling the Enigma

Embarking into Andrzej Sapkowski‘s fantasy masterpiece, The Last Wish, feels akin to stepping into an enchanting realm. As the initial installment in the Witcher series, this collection of interconnected short stories introduces readers to Geralt of Rivia, and themes of identity, destiny, and the consequences of choice. I found myself immersed in Sapkowski’s universe, and…