Emily Wilde's Encyclopaedia of Faeries

by Heather Fawcett · 2023

Cambridge professor Emily Wilde is the world’s leading authority on faeries, a brilliant scholar who prefers the company of books, her loyal dog Shadow, and the elusive Fair Folk to that of people. When a grant sends her to the remote, snow‑bound village of Hrafnsvik, she intends only to catalog the hidden folklore of the “Hidden Ones” – the most secretive fae in the surrounding forest. Yet the gruff townsfolk, a mysterious darkness stirring among the woods, and the arrival of her handsome, charismatic rival Wendell Bambleby quickly upend her plans. As Emily delves deeper into ancient magic, she discovers unexpected friendships, a budding romance, and a personal mystery that forces her to confront the one thing she’s always avoided: her own heart. This darkly gorgeous, award‑nominated debut blends scholarly intrigue with enchanting winter wonder, delivering a heart‑warming fantasy adventure that sparkles with fae lore and unforgettable characters.