btwnprintedpgs's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
reflective
medium-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? No
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gore, Injury/Injury detail, Animal death, Violence, Blood, and Murder
cleolindbooks's review
adventurous
dark
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
Thank you, NetGalley, and a special thanks to Random House Publishing for the arc! I received the first book and this book as an e-arc, but reviews are my own🖤
I got this book unexpectedly as a wish granted by the publishers, and I have never been more excited and happy! The first book, Emily Wilde's Encyclopedia of Fairies, was an unexpected five-star read for me. I am glad to say that the second book lived up to how much I adored the first book. This book carried on with the whimsical and details scholarship of the first book. This series feels like you are reading a scholar's journal, and I'm honestly astounded at the thought and care put into each creature and footnote. This is an extremely strong continuation of the series, and I hope there is another book after this!Â
This book is also strong in its introduction of new characters and the development of old ones. The addition of Rose and Ariadne as characters brought a bit of humor and change from the first book. The author did a great job of introducing them and building up their characters without them feeling like filler. However, one of my favorite things about this book is seeing the continuation of Emily and Wendell's story. I feel as the story pushes Emily and her personality to an extreme which feels very in-character for her. The first book set her up as a genius scholar who pushes to extreme lengths in the name of scholarship and science, but this book takes it to the extent that feels like a normal progression for her. I do wish we got to see a bit more of Wendell, but I am really excited about where their story ends and really want a third book!Â
I got this book unexpectedly as a wish granted by the publishers, and I have never been more excited and happy! The first book, Emily Wilde's Encyclopedia of Fairies, was an unexpected five-star read for me. I am glad to say that the second book lived up to how much I adored the first book. This book carried on with the whimsical and details scholarship of the first book. This series feels like you are reading a scholar's journal, and I'm honestly astounded at the thought and care put into each creature and footnote. This is an extremely strong continuation of the series, and I hope there is another book after this!Â
This book is also strong in its introduction of new characters and the development of old ones. The addition of Rose and Ariadne as characters brought a bit of humor and change from the first book. The author did a great job of introducing them and building up their characters without them feeling like filler. However, one of my favorite things about this book is seeing the continuation of Emily and Wendell's story. I feel as the story pushes Emily and her personality to an extreme which feels very in-character for her. The first book set her up as a genius scholar who pushes to extreme lengths in the name of scholarship and science, but this book takes it to the extent that feels like a normal progression for her. I do wish we got to see a bit more of Wendell, but I am really excited about where their story ends and really want a third book!Â
Content Warnings
Minor: Gore and Violence
brontesauruses's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
A big thank you to the publisher for letting me at this one early! I've been dying for the sequel since I finished the first book last fall. (one of the benefits of librarianship is that sometimes people let you read books early and for free).
I can't say too much yet (I'll come back later!), but I can definitely say that if you liked the first one, you'll like this one too. Everyone is as delightful and chaotic as ever, and the ending is satisfying enough for now while leaving lots of room for more. The Mummy vibes are so powerful, also. *chef's kiss*
EDIT: You know what though? There is an...omission, I guess we'll call it? So we don't spoil anything - that made me very grumpy. It's not too late to un-omit it, though! Please, Ms. Fawcett 🥺.
Now to wait for my friends to get their egalleys so I can talk to someone about it. I'm fine, this is FINE.
I can't say too much yet (I'll come back later!), but I can definitely say that if you liked the first one, you'll like this one too. Everyone is as delightful and chaotic as ever, and the ending is satisfying enough for now while leaving lots of room for more. The Mummy vibes are so powerful, also. *chef's kiss*
EDIT: You know what though? There is an...omission, I guess we'll call it? So we don't spoil anything - that made me very grumpy. It's not too late to un-omit it, though! Please, Ms. Fawcett 🥺.
Now to wait for my friends to get their egalleys so I can talk to someone about it. I'm fine, this is FINE.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Animal death, Blood, Death, and Gore
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