I'm going to do this review more like a cookbook review because it's a book of photos. There's no real written content, no plot and really you either like the topic or you don't. If you're not a Fairy Garden person there's nothing I can say that will make you interested in this book (unless maybe how to get a fairy to give you gold or something).
That being said - I loved this book. I love miniatures and have been wanting to make my own fairy garden since seeing some on Pinterest. So, when I saw this book come up on NetGalley I couldn't hit request fast enough.
One thing I want to be very clear on is that this is not a How-To book. There are no laid out projects or how to turn something into something else in step by form There's really not any suggestions for a regular reader in the book itself.
There are, however, pictures. Tons of pictures. Glorious pictures. There are pictures of beautiful detailed fairy gardens in tree stumps, flower pots, bird cages, chairs, and anything else you can think of. There is a little caption about each paragraph - who made it, where it is, and sometimes details about the materials used. While there is no instructions there is tons of inspiration. With all the looks and materials used there is going to be something that works for you.
My only complaint is that my eARC was in PDF form. This is a book that should be read in print form. I'm looking forward to getting a copy and paging through all the wonderful photographs.
It sounds like a fun book. Are the photos well done? It is disappointing that there are no how-tos but it would be nice to sit and flip through the pages, looking at the pictures.
ReplyDeleteThe photos a beautiful and if you're not expecting DIY it's a great book!
DeleteI'd give it a shot. I like fairies and good photography!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the nice comment on my book blog. I hope if you try the Outlander series you will like it. I was hooked after the first book.
I will try The Outlander at some point but it will be awhile! This is definitely a fun book. I'm looking forward to getting a print copy.
DeleteFrom what I've seen so far (I also had requested this one) it is .pdf for its arc and print for its release. I had to read it (view it) on my computer and I don't like that for any book, but it still was a beautiful thing to skim through!
ReplyDeleteSame here. I'm looking forward to getting my mind on a print copy!
DeleteThis looks fun, my kids might really enjoy it and it almost looks like a coffee table book. We saw some fairy house miniatures on vacation this summer and my daughter was interested in doing some of her own, so I may have to keep an eye out for this. They might enjoy browsing through the pics. Looks like a neat book!
ReplyDeleteI think a coffee table book is precisely what this is! It's a lovely book and one I think all ages would enjoy. You may find yourself having to spend a lot of time finding fairy garden supplies!
DeleteI had the same reaction, Katherine! (I need to get my review written - thanks for reminding me.) I loved the photos, and it's definitely a coffee table book for the right audience. It would have been nice to have more how-to, though.
ReplyDeleteMore how to would've been nice. I can see why it's all not how to-s but a basic one could've been fun
DeleteNow this I would love to have for my coffee table. I love fairy gardens and hidden glens. Not sure I would like the review format..but a printed copy..yes please.
ReplyDeleteI'm looking forward to getting a print copy! It's so fun!
DeleteThis is such a fun book! I'd definitely recommend it!
ReplyDelete