Sunshine academia may have taken my heart and placed the previously loved dark academia because Heather Fawcett has done it again! It is magical, endearing and cosy in a way I cannot explain. Story building was perfection and as always the plot keeps you engaged from the get go.

Thank you to NetGalley, the publisher and author for a digital copy of this book in advance of the paperback publication.

I am so in love with this story and the world of Emily and Wendell. A not so cosy, quite haunting faerie world in which Emily is documenting the various magical kingdoms and their creatures. The characters are so gorgeously portrayed, the settings and world building is perfect. The entire book is *chefs kiss*, amazing.

I can’t wait for book #3 next year… will happily read an ARC of it 😏 if not will definitely be buying it!!!

Highly recommend this for any dark fantasy/ academia/ romantasy lovers, you will not be disappointed, absolutely lives up to the hype.

This was a very worthy follow up to the first Emily Wilde book. You'll like this if you're a fan of cosy fantasy with lots of fantastic creatures and lore. Emily Wilde is a very loveable, unique character. She is a strong-willed Professor of Dryadology, or the study of Fairies and Folk, with little patience for other people... especially Wendell! Emily reminds me of a cross between Eleanor Oliphant and Temperance Brennan/Bones (TV version). Her relationship with Wendell is an absolute highlight of the books for me and I love reading their interactions. My only complaint about this book is that the final climax of the book seemed to resolve itself a bit too quickly and easily, I would have enjoyed a bit more tension and more time in the world of Faerie!
Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the eARC.

A worthy following story to the first book. I really enjoy this fantasy universe.
Synopsis :
Emily Wilde is a genius scholar of faerie folklore, and has catalogued many secrets of the Hidden Folk in her encyclopaedia with her infuriatingly charming fellow scholar, Wendell Bambleby, by her side.

But Bambleby is more than just a brilliant and unbearably handsome scholar. He's an exiled faerie king on the run from his murderous mother, in search of a door back to his realm.

By lucky happenstance, Emily's new project, a map of the realms of faerie, will take them on an adventure to the picturesque Austrian Alps, where Emily believes they may find the door to Bambleby's realm, and the key to freeing him from his family's dark plans.

But with new friendships for the prickly Emily to navigate and dangerous Folk lurking in every forest and hollow, Emily must unravel the mysterious workings of faerie doors, and of her own heart.

My thoughts:
I fell in love with the story building in the first book and this one kept up that enchantment. And what I appreciate the most is that the romance doesn't overrule the storyline. All in all this was a great sequel and I can't wait to read the third book.

Just as good as the first, I was not disappointed with this at all!

I love have fantastical Heather Fawcett’s writing is, it just feels so beautiful and I can’t put her books down once I start.

My favourite arc to date!

The second installment was even more magical, inventive, and cozy than the first! It ticked all the boxes: engaging characters (one of the secondary characters introduced is the dean of Emily and Wendell's institure, and, as everyone working in academia knows, the elders in one's field can be a bit behind where new findings are concerned. But even here Fawcett gives us a heartwarming relationship between Emily and a newfound mentor that is build on respect and admiration for the other's work - all the hallmarks of caozy academia). The plot gets a bit convoluted at times, but OI think this only adds to the story when fairies are concerned. The romance is definitely dialled up in this one, but in such a way that it is neither cloying nor raunchy. I really cannot wait for the third book.

Emily Wilde’s Map of Otherlands is an extremely adventurous, comforting and whimsical read. The action in book one ensues in this sequel when Emily and the gang from Cambridge visit an Austrian village near the alps and uncover even more mythical creatures! I love how these books are wrote in the style of a diary entry. It makes you feel so much more immersed in the story and the characters.

I learnt an extensive amount about Folk Lore whilst reading this book, but Heather executes it in a way that is still extremely entertaining whilst being educational.

This book is centred around the 4 main characters (Emily, Wendell, Rose and Ariadne) however I would have loved to see more of the local villagers involved in the action like they were in the first book. That being said, Poe from the first book did make a few appearances!

Emily & Wendell’s relationship is so incredible, the lengths that Emily goes to for Wendell in this book shows how much she loves him. I sincerely hope Heather carries on this series as I would love the see how their relationship blossoms (and hopefully see a faerie wedding!)

If you are looking for something easy to ready, autumnal vibes with a lot of folk lore and incredible action, then you need to read these books NOW!

If you're looking for a cozy fantasy that will wrap you in warmth and charm, the Emily Wilde's series is exactly what you need. Map of the Otherlands is the second book and is an absolute delight, even better than the first book, brimming with whimsical worldbuilding and a refreshing take on the fae.

From the very beginning, the world that Heather Fawcett crafts is nothing short of enchanting. The fae in this series have a quirky, silly charm that sets them apart from the usual portrayals in fantasy literature. The author's attention to detail in creating this magical world is impeccable, making it feel vibrant and alive.

The pacing of the series starts on the slower side, gently easing you into the rich lore, however, as the story progresses, it gradually picks up the pace.

The characters in this series are, without a doubt, one of its strongest aspects. They are so wonderfully lovable, each with their own quirks and endearing qualities that make them feel like old friends. Emily Wilde herself is a standout protagonist—intelligent, determined, and so relatable.

What I personally love the most about this series is its ability to evoke a cozy, comforting feeling that lingers long after you've turned the last page. It's the kind of book that you want to curl up with on a rainy day, accompanied by a warm drink, and lose yourself in its magical world. The combination of whimsical worldbuilding, lovable characters, and a story that makes you feel all warm and fuzzy inside is a rare gem in the fantasy genre.

In short, this book is a must-read for anyone who loves cozy fantasy. It's a series that will make you smile, laugh, and feel a little bit more magical. Highly recommended!

3.5 stars
I can’t fault the book I just think the genre isn’t for me. I enjoy higher stakes, it just feels a little slow at times.
If you enjoy a low stake cozy fantasy book I recommend this book for you.

It was interesting, fun and fabulous. Honestly, I didn't know that this was the second part of the series, so I had to read the first part first before I started this one. But it was worth it.

I just love the cosy fantasy vibes in this second book of the series. This is the perfect book to cuddle up with and enjoy. The stakes aren’t high but the fantasy theme is perfect

⊹ ࣪ ˖ ARC REVIEW⊹ ࣪ ˖

Title: Emily Wilde’s Map of the Otherlands
Genre: Fiction, Romance, Sci Fi & Fantasy

Rating: ★★★★☆
Review: I really enjoyed this sequel to Emily Wilde’s Encyclopaedia of Faeries. I giggled at Emily’s awkwardness throughout, she reminds me so much of the Temperance Brennan character in the TV show Bones! Except her lover is a faerie king and not a special agent, and she loves faeries and not dead people 😂 The book is a very comfortable and slow paced read! I’m excited to see what the third book will bring!

The only downside for me is the length of the chapters, and this is purely a personal preference! As an ADHDer I struggle to pay attention for a long time so almost use chapters and ticking boxes/progress points, and I’ve found that both the first and second book in this series have VERY long chapters in contrast to what i’m used to! Other than that I would recommend anyone to read this series thus far ✨🧚🏼‍♀️

[thank you NetGalley & Little, Brown Book Group UK for this digital copy of the book in exchange for an honest review ahead of its paperback publication date]

I'm going to have to buy these books because they are magical and unlike any other book.
I love how Emily's character developed more empathy and understanding. It's a very slow process for her since page one of book one but she's slowly getting there!
I love how she's becoming wiser to dangers instead of risking everything just for her academic studies. When she does risky stuff, it's more for the people she cares about. Her character really is growing and developing. I can't wait for book 3!
I miss the villagers and the family atmosphere from book 1, but we had new characters that joined in their journey, and these added that extra layer of family to the group.
And Poe returned!! I love him so that was one of my favourite bits!
I've no bad things to say. I loved this book!

Emily Wilde's Map of the Otherlands is the much anticipated sequel to Emily Wilde's Encyclopaedia of Faeries. The book overall gives cozy fantasy vibes. If you enjoyed the first book you will enjoy the sequel.

Without a doubt one of my favorite reads of this year!

This is the second book in which we follow Emily, a professor of Fairies and Folklore at the University of Cambridge. Along with her love interest, Wendell, her niece and her Superior from work, she embarks on another glorious adventure. This time, she is attempting to find *spoiler*'s faerie door whilst mapping out the lands of the Faeries in snowy Austria.

Emily continues to be my favorite MFC in any book. She is a complex and flawed character who you cannot help but care fiercely about. Her character development in the first book was wonderful but here is it down right inspiring. With all her difficulties at Social niceties, we see as she gradually does her best to continue and expand on the progress she made in the first book with varying degrees of success.

Wendell is simply magnificent as always, the new side characters are likable and complement the story telling. At no point do they feel superfluous or only there to progress the plot. They are wonderful characters in their own right, with depth and feelings. The fairies we encounter continue to be deliciously dark at times which I admit I LOVE. These are not your usual children's fairytale Faeries. They are prone to be charming, ruthless and yet each has their own personality just as humans do. Some kinder, some not so.

Overall, if you enjoyed the first book you will love this one. I do feel like you need to read the first to properly follow this one, so I kindly encourage you to do so, I promise you wont regret it. This is yet another charmingly whimsical and Cozy read. If perhaps a little more high stakes and action focused than one would expect from the Cozy genre. Still, I feel it still fits nicely. I can't wait for the next installment!

Thank you to Little brown book group UK and Netgalley for the Arc. These views are my own and I am posting them voluntarily.

This is such a heart-warming, lovely read. This is what I would classify as cosy fantasy: the characters are so endearing and the romance was so touching!

I loved the first book and this one did not disappoint! I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book and following Emily’s crazy adventure’s again. I love how Heather writes these books, she manages to surprise us and keep us on our toes with all Emily does and the writing style gives me a really cosy old english feel. I really recommend this book if you love lighthearted adventure, funny and charming characters and a big fluffy dog!

Emily Wilde is a genius scholar of faerie folklore, and has catalogued many secrets of the Hidden Folk in her Encyclopaedia of Faeries with the assistance of her infuriatingly charming fellow scholar, Wendell Bambley. But this man is more that just a brilliant and unbearably handsome scholar, he’s an exiled faerie king hiding from his murderous mother, all the while he’s dodging assassins and trying to find a door back to his realm.

By lucky happenstance, Emily’s new project, a Map of the Otherworlds, the realms of faerie, will take them on an adventure to the picturesque alps. Perhaps there they will find the door they need to return to his realm, and find the key to saving him from his family’s dark plans. But with new friendships and relationships for the intrepid professor to navigate and dangerous Hidden Folk lurking in every forest and hollow, perhaps they may not succeed.

Emily will endeavour to do everything within her power to unravel the mysterious workings of the faerie doors, and her own heart, in this epic novel. A beautiful fantasy novel that glitters with snow and magic on every page that will enchant you with every word. A charming academic fairytale, complete with footnotes and a continuing romance that will leave you hoping for happily ever after. This book was so vivid and enchanting, with incredible world building that I found myself spellbound!

𝘛𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘬 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘵𝘰 𝘓𝘪𝘵𝘵𝘭𝘦, 𝘉𝘳𝘰𝘸𝘯 𝘉𝘰𝘰𝘬 𝘎𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘱 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘢𝘯 𝘢𝘥𝘷𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘦𝘥 𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘳 𝘤𝘰𝘱𝘺 𝘷𝘪𝘢 𝘕𝘦𝘵𝘎𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘦𝘺 𝘰𝘧 𝘌𝘮𝘪𝘭𝘺 𝘞𝘪𝘭𝘥𝘦'𝘴 𝘔𝘢𝘱 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘖𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘭𝘢𝘯𝘥𝘴 𝘣𝘺 𝘏𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘍𝘢𝘸𝘤𝘦𝘵𝘵

I liked the story not my favourite tho
I just think the cozy fantasy genre is not for meee
I rated this book 3.5 stars

🍄 𝑬𝒎𝒊𝒍𝒚 𝑾𝒊𝒍𝒅𝒆’𝒔 𝑴𝒂𝒑 𝒐𝒇 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑶𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒓𝒍𝒂𝒏𝒅𝒔 🍄

The only thing that could be better than the first book would have to be the second! Emily and Wendell are back and up to more mischief in this amazing sequel. On the hunt for Wendell’s missing faerie door they find themselves in the Alps where the fae are commonplace for the small village they’ve set up in. Alongside Emily’s niece and their boss from Cambridge the two end up in more risky situations and chaotic places, all while being hunted down by Wendell’s faerie Queen stepmother.

This series took me a bit to warm to at the start but now I couldn’t imagine not having read it. The books are fast paced, fun and lighthearted and you will absolutely fall in love with all the characters. Wendell’s character in particular stands out as one of my all time favourite MMC’s in a fantasy series. I would 100% recommend this book and series to anyone.

A big thanks to @camilla_reads and @chellesofbooks for reading this book with me and organising a schedule ❤️

Thanks so much also to @netgalley for my copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.