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A review by nicolenoodles
Emily Wilde's Encyclopaedia of Faeries by Heather Fawcett
4.0
Let me start by saying that I understand the mixed reviews on this book. It doesn’t move quickly, it is written largely in the style of an academic journal and the female main character is perhaps not instantly likeable. However, I loved it!
I found the accounts of the “Folk” to be full of charm, humour and so.much.whimsy! The contrasting characters of Wendell and Emily offered lots of low-key but lovely comedic moments, and the supporting characters and the setting felt vivid and interesting.
It wasn’t perfect, and I skipped a few times when Emily’s detailed academic accounts of things carried on too much, but overall it was a cosy and magical low-stakes adventure.
I found the accounts of the “Folk” to be full of charm, humour and so.much.whimsy! The contrasting characters of Wendell and Emily offered lots of low-key but lovely comedic moments, and the supporting characters and the setting felt vivid and interesting.
It wasn’t perfect, and I skipped a few times when Emily’s detailed academic accounts of things carried on too much, but overall it was a cosy and magical low-stakes adventure.