Reviews with content warning for Murder - Emily Wilde's Map of the Otherlands

I absolutely adore this series. Wendell and Emily are such lovable characters, and their dynamic is so entertaining to watch. I think it’s a testament to Heather Fawcett’s writing style—and the way she has managed to bring these characters to life—that I am able to look past the fact his name is WENDELL BAMBLEBY. The faerie folklore and little tidbits of information Emily sprinkles into her journal are such a joy to read. The idea of having ribbons to guide your way back, the search for the missing professors, and Wendell’s door are all so interesting. I loved how everything tied together in the end, and I can’t wait to see what the next book has in store. I really hope we continue to see Ariadne and Shadow in this series, because I think their addition to the story has helped Emily grow as a character and evolve in a way that is truly magnificent to watch unfold.

While I loved the narrator, I think this series is best consumed in physical or ebook format—though Wendell’s POV in this installment was a real treat to hear.

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adventurous funny hopeful mysterious tense fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

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crystalisreading's review against another edition

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adventurous funny mysterious reflective

Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

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adventurous funny mysterious medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.75

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angievansprang's review against another edition

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adventurous dark emotional lighthearted mysterious reflective tense fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

I always have fun with these books. For me, I’d consider them cozy fantasy reads due to the little-to-none content warnings that I find triggering. The faerie world that Fawcett has painted is extremely robust and teeming with life. I can’t wait to see where the series goes next!

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