Publisher: Orbit

One Dark Window by Rachel Gillig: A Dark and Magical Quest with a Gothic Twist

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.…
Exploring Divine Power and Intricate World-Building in The Gods Below by Andrea Stewart

The Gods Below by Andrea Stewart takes readers on an epic journey into a world shaped by ancient magic, gods in hiding, and powerful gemstones that bestow magical abilities on the fortunate few. Through the eyes of multiple characters, we are immersed in a richly built world of political intrigue, environmental destruction, and survival. Stewart…
Mistress of Lies by K.M. Enright 🩸 A Dark Blend of Blood Magic, Romance, and Revenge

Mistress of Lies by KM Enright plunges readers into a world brimming with blood magic, political intrigue, and morally complex characters. The story follows Shan LeClaire, a blood worker willing to kill for power, and Samuel Hutchinson, a reluctant participant in a world of magic he’s tried to avoid. The intricate layers of betrayal, revenge,…
Uptown Oracle Reads… Shards of Earth by Adrian Tchaikovsky

If you’re a fan of epic space operas that combine breathtaking world-building with deep, philosophical questions, then Adrian Tchaikovsky‘s Shards of Earth should be at the top of your reading list. This first installment in The Final Architecture series delivers a thrilling adventure through a fractured galaxy, where humanity faces off against incomprehensible alien threats…
Uptown Oracle Reads… The Doors of Eden by Adrian Tchaikovsky

The Doors of Eden by Adrian Tchaikovsky is a thrilling journey through parallel worlds, where evolutionary possibilities are endless, and the stakes couldn’t be higher. From the very first page, Tchaikovsky pulls you into a universe where cryptid hunters, scientists, and explorers converge to unravel mysteries that challenge the very fabric of reality. If you’re…
Mini Book Reviews – July 2024

Summer is here, and it’s the perfect time to dive into some captivating reads that transport you to different worlds, filled with magic, mystery, and unforgettable characters. In this post, we explore three books that did catch my attention: “Wolfsong” by TJ Klune, “The Book of Azrael” by Amber Nicole, and “A Master of Djinn”…
Discovering the Enchanting World of Emily Wilde’s Encyclopaedia of Faeries by Heather Fawcett 🧚

If you’ve ever been captivated by the mysteries of faerie folklore or charmed by the cosy atmospheres of low fantasy tales, then Heather Fawcett’s “Emily Wilde’s Encyclopaedia of Faeries” is a book you won’t want to miss. This unique novel, set in the remote Scandinavian country of Ljosland, immerses readers in a world where the…
Uptown Oracle Reads… The Once and Future Witches

pectations going into it too as it’s closer to historical fiction (with some magical elements) than it is to a pure fantasy book.
Uptown Oracle Reads… The Wolf of Oren-Yaro |A Complex and Mysterious Fantasy

The Wolf of Oren-YaroK.S. Villoso (Affiliate Links) A queen of a divided land must unite her people, even if they hate her, even if it means stopping a ruin that she helped create. A debut epic fantasy from an exciting new voice. “I murdered a man and made my husband leave the night before they…