A review by berlinbibliophile
Emily Wilde's Encyclopaedia of Faeries by Heather Fawcett

informative lighthearted reflective 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

5.0

I had an amazing time with this book. The worldbuilding is fantastic, and I love the conceit of the book being Emily's research journal. The villagers in Ljosland don't have that much time on page, but they're still so well drawn with so few words. The relationship between Emily and the world, Emily and other people, Emily and science, and Emily and Bambleby are all wonderful, and quite refreshing for this genre.