Uptown Oracle https://www.uptownoracle.com Living Your Bookish Life ✨ Sat, 21 Dec 2024 15:58:27 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.1 https://i0.wp.com/www.uptownoracle.com/755/2021/05/cropped-Uptown-Oracle-Logo-File-NOTAG.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 Uptown Oracle https://www.uptownoracle.com 32 32 117146186 Terra Futura Reads: Sci-Fi and Fantasy Books for an Eco-Inspired Tomorrow https://www.uptownoracle.com/terra-futura-reads/ https://www.uptownoracle.com/terra-futura-reads/#respond Sat, 21 Dec 2024 19:00:00 +0000 https://www.uptownoracle.com/?p=30222 2025 is set to be the year of Terra Futura. This Pinterest Predicts trend embraces sustainable living, blending eco-conscious values with futuristic aesthetics. Boomers and Gen X are championing the movement with recyclable fashion, self-sufficient gardens, and community spaces. But what really elevates this trend is its Solarpunk vibe-a hopeful, forward-thinking take on sci-fi that […]

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]]> https://www.uptownoracle.com/terra-futura-reads/feed/ 0 30222 Castlecore Fantasy Reads: Books to Bring the Medieval Magic to Life in 2025 https://www.uptownoracle.com/castlecore-fantasy-reads/ https://www.uptownoracle.com/castlecore-fantasy-reads/#respond Wed, 18 Dec 2024 19:00:00 +0000 https://www.uptownoracle.com/?p=30147 Medieval is making a major comeback in 2025. From gothic-inspired fashion to home décor inspired by ancient castles, the Castlecore aesthetic is taking centre stage. Think flowing gowns, stone walls, intricate tapestries, and candlelit tablescapes. Gen Z and Millennials are embracing this aesthetic for its blend of romantic nostalgia and fairytale allure. Books have always […]

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]]> https://www.uptownoracle.com/castlecore-fantasy-reads/feed/ 0 30147 Cherry Coded Fantasy Reads: Dark, Sweet, and Such a Vibe for 2025 https://www.uptownoracle.com/cherry-coded-fantasy-reads/ https://www.uptownoracle.com/cherry-coded-fantasy-reads/#respond Mon, 16 Dec 2024 19:00:00 +0000 https://www.uptownoracle.com/?p=30123 As Pinterest’s “Cherry Coded” trend predicts, 2025 is shaping up to be the year of lush, dark aesthetics and bittersweet vibes. Cherries are making their way into makeup looks, menus, and mood boards – so why not into your reading list, too? Fantasy lovers, get ready to sink your teeth into books that perfectly embody […]

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]]> https://www.uptownoracle.com/cherry-coded-fantasy-reads/feed/ 0 30123 March 2025 Sci-Fi and Fantasy Book Releases https://www.uptownoracle.com/march-2025-book-releases/ https://www.uptownoracle.com/march-2025-book-releases/#respond Sun, 15 Dec 2024 16:30:00 +0000 https://www.uptownoracle.com/?p=30048 March 2025 is shaping up to be an incredible month for sci-fi and fantasy readers. With a mix of epic sagas, magical mysteries, and thought-provoking speculative fiction, there’s something for everyone to get excited about. Below, I’ve curated a list of the most anticipated books releasing this month, complete with stunning covers and captivating blurbs […]

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]]> https://www.uptownoracle.com/march-2025-book-releases/feed/ 0 30048 Daughter of Darkness by Katherine & Elizabeth Corr: A Thrilling Mythological Adventure Through the Underworld https://www.uptownoracle.com/daughter-of-darkness-katherine-elizabeth-corr/ https://www.uptownoracle.com/daughter-of-darkness-katherine-elizabeth-corr/#respond Sat, 30 Nov 2024 19:00:00 +0000 https://www.uptownoracle.com/?p=28881 Daughter of Darkness by Katherine & Elizabeth Corr plunges readers into a richly imagined world of Greek mythology, where gods, monsters, and mortals clash in a high-stakes adventure. The story follows Deina, a tough and ambitious protagonist, on her quest to the underworld to retrieve Eurydice’s soul in exchange for her freedom. As she navigates […]

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]]> https://www.uptownoracle.com/daughter-of-darkness-katherine-elizabeth-corr/feed/ 0 28881 Princess of Souls by Alexandra Christo: A Magical Tale of Freedom, Revenge, and Found Family https://www.uptownoracle.com/princess-of-souls-alexandra-christo/ Sat, 23 Nov 2024 19:00:00 +0000 https://www.uptownoracle.com/?p=27428 Princess of Souls by Alexandra Christo is a YA fantasy romance that combines familiar fairy tale elements with fresh twists, creating an engaging and immersive story. Set in a vividly crafted world, the novel follows Selestra and Nox, two characters on intertwined journeys of self-discovery, revenge, and rebellion against tyranny. With dynamic chemistry, compelling character […]

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]]> 27428 Unleashing Feminine Power: A Deep Dive into Waking The Witch by Rachel Burge https://www.uptownoracle.com/waking-the-witch-rachel-burge/ Sat, 16 Nov 2024 19:00:00 +0000 https://www.uptownoracle.com/?p=27402 Waking The Witch by Rachel Burge is a captivating blend of modern YA fantasy and Arthurian legend that tells the story of Ivy, a resilient young woman on a quest for self-discovery and empowerment. Set against a backdrop of eerie Welsh mythology, this novel explores themes of identity, belonging, and the strength found in sisterhood. […]

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]]> 27402 Sleeping Worlds Have No Memory by Yaroslav Barsukov 📚 A Tower that blends Dreams, Fantasy and Sci-Fi 👀 https://www.uptownoracle.com/sleeping-worlds-have-no-memory-yaroslav-barsukov/ Thu, 14 Nov 2024 19:00:00 +0000 https://www.uptownoracle.com/?p=29684 In Sleeping Worlds Have No Memory, Yaroslav Barsukov takes us on an evocative journey that explores the complexity of memory, truth, and conscience. Set in a world defined by a towering structure, political intrigue, and an undercurrent of myth, the novel follows Shea Ashcroft as he grapples with his past choices while striving to complete […]

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]]> 29684 I Am Margaret Moore by Hannah Capin: A Haunting Tale of Secrets, Sisterhood, and Unraveling Truths https://www.uptownoracle.com/i-am-margaret-moore-hannah-capin/ Mon, 11 Nov 2024 19:00:00 +0000 https://www.uptownoracle.com/?p=28893 I Am Margaret Moore by Hannah Capin is a paranormal thriller that dives deep into the bonds of sisterhood, the power of secrets, and the dark corners of the human psyche. Set at the Marshall Naval School, the story follows Margaret and her three best friends – Rose, Flor, and Nisreen – during their final […]

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]]> 28893 One Dark Window by Rachel Gillig: A Dark and Magical Quest with a Gothic Twist https://www.uptownoracle.com/one-dark-window-rachel-gillig/ Sat, 09 Nov 2024 19:00:00 +0000 https://www.uptownoracle.com/?p=28892 One Dark Window by Rachel Gillig is a dark, gothic fantasy set in the mist-locked kingdom of Blunder, where magic comes at a terrible price. The story follows Elspeth Spindle, who carries a monster called the Nightmare within her mind – a spirit that protects her and grants her power, but at a dangerous cost. […]

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