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How To Find A Nameless Fae by A.J. Lancaster
4.5
emotional funny hopeful relaxing medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

Spoiler-Free Summary

Fae-cursed Spinster-Princess Gisele travels to Fairyland to demand her freedom from the fearsome monster who bargained for her life.  That's... not what she finds.

What Worked for Me

✅ Zingiber!
✅ The house!
✅ 40-year-old heroine!
✅ Mal's absolute devotion.
✅ The banter!
  Actually, the writing in general.
✅  Germanic folklore.
✅  Neat magic system.
✅  Poetic if sparse intimacy.

What Didn't Work For Me

❌  I'm just... not into cat boys.

Final Thoughts

I absolutely loved this.  At its core, this is a story about loneliness and building relationships.  On the surface, it's a beautifully written and surprisingly wholesome reverse fairytale starring a stubborn but kind heroine and a charming hero who would do anything for her... and also their house. 

I'd recommend this to anyone looking for a cozy read and witty but amiable banter, especially if they have an orange cat or previously enjoyed The Spellshop.