I’ve been reading so many fantasy and sci-fi books recently so this month is more of a contemporary month. Mainly due to the fact I read some… disappointing… dystopians recently. I’ve also cut down my goal to 6 books this month due to the fact I’m starting my placement on the 3rd and I’m unsure … View Post
Archives for June 2017
Uptown Oracle Reads… Clockwork Angel
Clockwork Angel is the first in a trilogy of books. This series is a prequel to The Mortal Instruments, also written by Cassandra Clare. Tessa traveled to London to live with her brother, when he appears missing she is captured. Saved by Will, Tessa lives within the institute with the Shadowhunters helping to find Nate, … View Post
How to Motivate Yourself When You Feel Like Doing Nothing
We all have those days right? You have loads of work that needs doing but all you want to do is veg out and watch TV. Focus on the end result Instead of all the little things you need to do to complete your goals, think of what you will achieve in the end. If … View Post
Uptown Oracle Reads… Tall Oaks
Harry is missing from Tall Oaks. Everyone has their secrets, but whose is connected to the missing child? A thriller surrounded by the average people you find in small town living. With so many secrets, anybody could be a suspect. Tall Oaks is a mystery novel first, yet there’s a strong focus on the characters. … View Post
June 2017 Fairyloot Unboxing
So after seeing so many beautiful unboxings of Fairyloot I decided to try it. I bought this last month, and had forgotten that I’d bought it because I got it so long ago. With moving twice and moving again next week, it’s not been the first thing on my mind. As you can tell my … View Post
Uptown Oracle Reads… The Idea of You
The Idea of You follows Lucy as she struggles to have a baby, and to be a stepmother. As a woman who has always wanted her very own baby, her troubles rip holes in her otherwise perfect life. When her stepdaughter arrives, she starts to doubt even herself. Within the first chapter I realised this … View Post