The Otherwhere Post is the latest from Emily J. Taylor and I was excited to pick it up after reading Hotel Magnifique. Maeve Abenthy has a dangerous secret- she’s the daughter of the man who destroyed worlds. In a magical time where worlds overlap, Maeve’s father once unleashed a terrible monstrosity of destruction. When Maeve receives a letter that promises to tell the truth about her father, she decides to investigate. This brings her to the prestigious Otherwhere Post where she tricks her way into an apprenticeship. As Maeve investigates, will she discover the truth about her father? 

I really enjoyed The Otherwhere Post! The magic of scriptomancy was truly enchanting and it’s the type of magic that you wish you could try. Taylor creates an immersive experience with sensory details as Maeve retraces her father’s steps. I loved how she described all the colors of the inks and the different effects from the ink. Maeve and Tristan have a sweet romance! Tristan is a great book boyfriend who readers will love. I liked the mystery of the voracious Aldervine, especially the final plot twist. 

Readers who enjoy dark academia with fascinating magic systems, sweet romance, and mysteries to untangle will love The Otherwhere Post. I hope we get to revisit this world in a future book! 

Thank you to Emily J. Taylor, G.P. Putnam’s Sons Books for Young Readers, and NetGalley for a free ARC in exchange for an honest review.