Thank you to Little Brown, Netgalley and the author for providing me with an eARC in exchange for an honest review!

I was incredibly excited to be back in Cambridge and Faerie with Emily and Wendell -- book one is one of my top reads of the year -- and this second installment did not disappoint.

Emily confirmed herself to be one of the most layered and interesting female characters in recent fantasy; I love how she faces the unknown even when she's scared, her determination and firm belief in her means, her constant thirst for knowledge, and her clumsy yet genuine attempts to show affection. Her conviction in not just her work but her feelings and heart make her an incredible heroine.
Wendell was as hilarious as in book one, though I enjoyed getting to see a more vulnerable side to him; even more so because he shared it with the person he loves and trusted her with the impossible. His complete belief in her was so beautiful and heartwarming. At the same time, their banter remained some of my favorite passages of dialogue; I love that, with the development of their romantic relationships, they never lost their way of joking around each other and telling it like it was.
I can't wait for them to get their happily every after (though they will surely face many more tribulations)!

The side characters were a great addition, as it was interesting to see both someone who is related to Emily and someone who's worked alongside her for ten years. It never felt like they stole the show, while still providing an addition to the plot.

I am giddy with excitement for the third installment in the Emily Wilde series (hoping it will not be the last!)

Thor is the sequel to a book I loved earlier this year, Emily Wilde’s Encyclopaedia of Faeries!

In this instalment, we follow Emily and Wendell on a journey to find the Faerie door that will allow Wendell to return to his realm where he rightfully should be king. Similar to the first book, Emily and Wendell base themselves in a small mountainside village teeming with various types of Fae. It’s also the place where a renowned fellow Dryadologist went missing along with her assistant. This time, however, Emily and Wendell aren’t alone on their travels. Shadow is still by Emily’s side, but they are also joined by their colleague, Professor Rose, and Emily’s niece, Ariadne, with a delightful appearance from Poe!

The real joy of this story lies in its cosy yet action-packed narrative, balancing dangerous interactions between humans and Fae with heart-warming moments. There’s magic, faeries, trolls, castles, and grims—everything one could hope for in a fantasy, with the added cherry on top being the romance between Emily and Wendell.

I remember mentioning in my review of the first book that I struggled with Emily’s characterization and didn’t warm to her. However, this instalment beautifully addresses that as we witness a lovely evolution of her character. Thanks to the relationships forged in the previous book, Emily has undergone a subtle development of understanding, making her a warmer character. We watch her figure out the best ways to interact with people, rather than being a bit overbearing and blunt as she was in the first book. This well-written development occurs in such small increments that it feels like a natural progression of personal growth, which I absolutely loved.

If you haven’t read the first book and you enjoy cosy reads and fantasy then I’d urge you to pick up the first book now in time for the sequel’s release!

I really loved this! Emily is such a good protagonist and had amazing character development. Wendell owns my heart. I cannot stress how [book] Howl and Sophie coded they are. I actually think they're more Howl-and-Sophie-like than Howl and Sophie are.

Emily is such a complicated character and I fully appreciate just how flawed she is. Her romance with Wendell is so unique and it's developed really well. I really cannot wait to see them in book 3.

Only criticism is that there were some pacing issues for me. I know it's a cosy fantasy, but the plot wasn't all that cosy and there were high stakes. So when the action was broken up with long descriptions or tangential conversations, it felt a bit jarring and really slowed me down when it could have been a page turner.

All in all, I'd rate this between4.25 and a 4.5 stars. Highly recommend to those who liked the first Emily Wilde book, fans of Diana Wynne Jones, and fans of Margaret Rogerson.

Thank you to Netgalley and Little, Brown Book Group for providing me with a digital copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

Emily Wilde is my go to comfort book series at this point – The phrase "hug in a mug" is what sums it up.
There is absolutely nothing in need to be criticised in this sequel. The first book, where we met Emily, Wendell and company was already such a delightful read, and the second absolutely tops it yet again.
Here we take a jump in new worlds, explore Austria's snowy landscapes and meet faces new and old.
I was especially excited to see some Austrian representation!! That was a personal lovely extra. ☺️
But other than that, the main stage take Emily's and Wendell's relationship. They are still the quirky couple they were in the first book, and if you can believe it, it gets even cuter than that. They are the absolute OTP. Many adore those dark and brooding MALE men, but Wendell can take them on any time.

If you are in a reading slum, if you are in need for a soft read or if you simply want to have a lovely time - read the Emily Wilde's books!
I absolutely cannot wait to read the next one ... I need it now 😭 💕

A big and heartfelt thank you to Netgalley, Little, Brown Book Group UK, Orbit and Heather Fawcett for letting me get my hands on this lovely ARC in exchange for an honest review!

OMG, this book is an absolute delight! It's got everything you could ask for - cozy vibes, banter, darker faerie elements, and romance.
The writing is superb, and the academic journal format used in the series continues to work wonders, immersing the reader even more into the new adventure (while amusing Wendell to no end!).
But that's not all - we also get to see Emily and Wendell's relationship take a more central stage in the plot. Wendell's devotion to Emily is just heartwarming, and I was pleasantly surprised to see Emily finally confront her feelings for this gloriously vainglorious beam of sunlight (with a terrifyingly chaotic side).
And for those who are wondering, yes, his infamous cat finally makes an appearance!
Honestly, I can't wait for the third book in the series to come out. I'm already on the edge of my seat in anticipation!

This book, you guys!! It's perfection made on paper. I love how we get more of Emily in this book but also that new characters get introduced! That adds so much to the reading experience and pacing, very well done! Also the warm and cozy atmosphere with a little bit of grumpyness every here and there had my heart melting, the vibe is immaculate! The timing for the release seems perfect in my opinion and I can't wait to gush over it everywhere once it's out!

I LOVED the first book and was so excited to read this sequel, and it did not disappoint! I’m obsessed with this world and never want to leave it, the story is so captivating and the characters are all so enjoyable. I cannot wait for another book to be released. I’d highly recommend this series for fans of folklore, fantasy, research and cosy vibes!

Emily Wilde's Map of the Otherlands by Heather Fawcett is a captivating journey through a richly imagined world that kept me hooked from start to finish. The pace of the book is steady but not too slow and I enjoyed the story we were told. However, I am still not convinced by the relationship between Emily and Wendall. While it adds an additional layer to the story, it just doesn’t ring true and I don’t feel any chemistry. Despite this, "Map of the Otherlands" remains a thoroughly enjoyable read, and I highly recommend it to fantasy lovers. Hopefully, in the next book we get to see a lot more of Wendall’s home land.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC copy in exchange for an honest review.

This sequel to Emily Wilde's Encyclopedia of Faeries is just as captivating as the first book.

Presented in the form of diary entries (primarily from the titular Emily Wilde with a few entries from her paramour Wendall), the story follows on from the previous book, with Emily now planning to map the realm of the Fae as she searches for a door back into Wendall's world. Some of the characters from the previous book make an appearance, alongside the introduction of new characters such as Emily's niece Ariadne.

I enjoyed this book as much as I did the first one. The journal form (complete with footnotes!) enhances the world-building, the characters are all likeable in their own ways with enough flaws to seem real, and the banter between Emily and Wendall is highly entertaining. I can't wait to read the third book!

A recommended read for fans of Emily Wilde's Encyclopedia of Faeries, Katherine Arden, and books that blend fantasy, folklore, and academic research with a touch of whimsy.

Thank you to Netgalley and Little, Brown Book Group for providing me with a digital copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
This was such a cozy comforting read! And now I need my own Poe friend.
I read the first book a while ago and could barely wait to get to the next one. Thanks to @netgalley i snatched an ARC and this was so worth the read.
I really enjoy the cozy witty old english writing style, I have come to find that this is my most favourite writing style, and its calming even if our characters go through stressful situations.
I am very happy about the direction of this book, which is why I am once again in limbo waiting for the next book.
The characters were all enjoyable, and this book wasn't very focused on the village, but rather on our main characters. We also got to see some side chatacters from the first book, and I sincerely hope they come back.
Anyway, please read this, its so worth it (both books so far).

Just as great as book 1 if not even better! Definitely one of my favorite reads this year. The cozy whimsy of this world and the loveable eccentric characters have me in such a chokehold, I just can't get enough of it.
This book felt a bit faster paced and more action packed than the previous book and there were more romantic elements with great character development.
Allover just an absolutely charming and delightful read for any lover of cozy fantasy and folklore. I'm looking forward to the next book!

Thank you to the Orbit and NetGalley for providing me with an ARC.

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Loved this book as much as I loved the first! Great cottagecore vibes

If you adored the first book, this sequel will not disappoint! "Emily Wilde's Map of the Otherlands" picks up with Emily and Wendell in Cambridge, embarking on an adventurous search for a portal to Wendell’s kingdom in the Austrian Alps. We’re also introduced to new characters - Emily’s niece Ariadne and Rose, the intriguing head of the department.

With its mix of slow-burn romance, charming characters, and whimsical adventures it’s the most delightful of sequels and a perfect read. I can’t wait for the final book of this trilogy!

What a fun read.

Romantasy? Check.

Grumpy Sunshine?

Check.

A cast of colourful (mildly demented) characters?

Check.

MORE TO COME? Check and CHECK.

Just about as delightful as the first, and honestly, the perfect winter book with which to curl up on the couch with a cup of tea.

This series is often described as "cozy," which I understand, but for such a cozy series, there are some surprisingly dark faeries and some actual stakes. I love the juxtaposition, and it makes the warmth of the story much more poignant and earned, I think.

A few other things this book does well:
• Character development! Emily and Wendell are obviously great, but Ariadne is a great addition as well.
• Animals! No notes here.
• Adventures! Not only do we get to explore the Austrian Alps, but also a faerieland.
• Charm, just loads of charm in every page.

I don't really think there's much more to say - if you liked the first book, you'll like this one. If you didn't, well, you won't like this one and also you have a heart of stone.

Thank you to the publisher, Orbit, and to NetGalley for the ARC.

4.5 stars.

I was looking forward to diving into this sequel, as I was captivated by the original approach to fairy beings and the characters of Emily and Wendell. What makes this approach original is that the fairy beings are seen from a scientific point of view, as the protagonists are researchers (called dryadologists in the book). Their romantic relationship remains largely in the background, which I personally appreciate very much.

The book picks up exactly where the previous one left off, with Emily and Wendell in Cambridge. Emily is engaged in a search for a door leading to Wendell's kingdom, and literature suggests it may be in the Austrian Alps. The place names and references are invented. The greatest expert in this field, the scientist de Grey, has disappeared while searching for the same door. So, Emily decides to follow her trail together with Wendell and two new characters: her niece Ariadne (I don't remember if she was introduced in the first book) and the head of the department, Rose.

The story continues to be narrated like a diary, but it felt more like a fluid first-person narration. I don't know if it was because the chapters were longer than in the first book or if the tone was slightly different. Being in tune with Emily, I enjoyed seeing the events from her point of view. However, the characterisation of secondary characters such as Ariadne and Rose was rather shallow and they come across as flat, especially Ariadne. Rose, on the other hand, had more personality.

The pace of the story was rather slow in the first half, while in the second half it became more frenetic and somewhat rushed. The delicate writing, lively exchanges and cosy atmosphere made up for these aspects for me. I enjoyed seeing characters like little Poe and one of the villagers in Iceland again through a letter. Poe remained in my heart with this book.

In conclusion, this is a short and entertaining fantasy read, ideal for cold days. If you love scientist protagonists who are a bit eccentric and willing to put themselves in dangerous situations for the sake of science and their curiosity, and appreciate a view of fairies that goes beyond the seductive aspect, you might like this book.

P.S. I hope for a spin-off prequel about Wendell's past and his history and evolution as a character. I also hope the next book is set in Greece

This is a beautiful continuation of the Emily Wilde series! I enjoyed it as much as the first book.

I love the cozy, light academia vibes of this series. I never really felt like the stakes were very high and sometimes that is exactly the kind of book you want. This story did however, bring Emily into a whole new panel as she ventures into the Otherlands once again.

I absolutely adore Emily as a protagonist. She is singe minded and clever and grumpy and deeply lovable. Of course Wendell is obsessed with her. He takes the idea of a boy obsessed to a whole new level. His charm and petulance are exactly how a fae should be written. And naturally the man has a magical cat.

If you enjoyed the first book in this series, I really hope you pick up this one.

I loved everything about this book.
The relationship between Emily and Wendell is just perfection
I love how cheeky Wendell is and get so excited to read about him.
This book was so amazing and I can’t wait to read the next

What a brilliant sequel to Emily Wilde’s encyclopaedia of faeries! I love the protagonist and the love interest so much, this is one of the first light academia novels I have read and I want more in this genre. Definitely read this series!

think l've never been more excited to be approved for an ARC than after finishing Emily Wilde's Encyclopedia of Faeries.
Map of the Otherlands promised another adventure with Emily, Wendell, and Shadow, and let me tell you something: the sequel not only reached my absolutely ridiculous expectations - it exceeded them.
I once again, fell in love with Emily's awkwardness and Wendell's charm, with their constant banter and teasing, their friendship and companionship. There was something so familiar, yet still exciting about it, and it truly felt like coming home.
The story, even more dynamic than the first one, was full of new adventures riddles, twists, and turns. It made it hard to put the book down, and when I finally did, I couldn't stop thinking about it. I was afraid of missing Ljosland too much, but the Alps were just as magical with their own charm (and a fair share of trouble).
I cannot recommend Map of the Otherlands enough, and I'm already excited to see what's coming next.