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

adventurous lighthearted medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

This book is a thorough delight! It reminds me of a light-hearted mix of Jonathan Strange and Mr. Norrell and A Natural History of Dragons (but without investing in a romance in which one of the couple dies in the course of the novel). I loved the voice, the characters, the way Emily slowly learns that she doesn't have to rely only on herself. The Faerie world was wonderfully alien and yet the way it intersects with the mortal world so riveting that I could easily imagine it real. I also loved Wendell as a character—his flaws on full display at first hiding his more virtuous characteristics beneath. In short, I heartily recommend this book and look forward to the next! 
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