Dryad Books Reviews 

213
TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.9

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Evaluating 60 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the beautiful and careful packaging, often noting personalized touches like wax seals and handwritten notes, making orders feel like special gifts. People frequently highlight the quick and efficient delivery, with many items arriving promptly or even earlier than expected. The excellent selection of books, including exclusive and signed editions, and the high quality of products received are widely appreciated. The overall service is frequently described as exceptional, with consumers noting great care and thoughtful communication. Many appreciate the personalized connection and the effort put into making each purchase a delightful experience.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Couldn't be happier. Got the book advent calendar and it's so worth every penny. There's cute little wax seals on around half the books, and they're all packed gorgeously and I genuinely feel like a... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This was my first time ordering a book from Dryad and I am US Based. I anticipated the shipping cost and the travel time so that didn't bother me. What I loved was the packaging. Not only did it arriv... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I’ve purchased from Dryad books at least 3 times I think, maybe 4? The owner is lovely and I can tell they are passionate about what they do! I love the great selection of books from YA to Folkelore... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very quick delivery and beautifully wrapped I think Dryad books have a great selection of fantasty books and I think the bundles are reasonable. They take personal care with every order and even reac... See more


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  1. Book Store

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Hello! We're an online bookshop based in the UK, specialising in Fantasy, Speculative Fiction, Sci-Fi and Horror, and focusing on LGBTQIA+ stories. We offer free gift wrapping on all book orders and run a bi-monthly fantasy subscription box.


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4.9

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TrustScore 5 out of 5

213 reviews

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Good for a new Subscription Box

For the price, compared to other subscription boxes around the same cost, you do get way less in terms of items and customisations of the book. But for a new box, its pretty good and I’m sure it’ll only get better with time.

January 22, 2025
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very happy!

Beautifully packaged and beautiful item! Everything in the package was so well thought out, and for the quality of what you get, it is such good value for money

January 22, 2025
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A bookshop that cares.

I love Dryad Books! I subscribe to the monthly box, as well as place numerous other orders. The love and care that goes into packaging the books is amazing, if I have a question about an order the customer service is second to none, if I want to order a book I can't find on the website, I send them a message and so far they have added the ones I have requested. If you're a book love, you should be ordering from independent places like this that genuinely care!

January 20, 2025
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Absolutely lovely small business

Absolutely lovely small business, great selection of books available (including some indie exclusive editions!) everything is posted quickly and stunningly hand wrapped in brown paper and secured with string! Overall, a fabulous business and a firm favourite that I love supporting where I can

November 26, 2024
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Trustworthy company

I purchased the November box from last year as a one-time box. The items are pretty, they were securely packed, I am very satisfied with this experience. Can't wait to read the book! :)

November 19, 2024
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A special touch

Beautifully packed book really added a special touch to ordering from here. Will definitely order again in the future.

November 4, 2024
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A beautiful special edition

A beautiful special edition that I am so happy to have on my shelves. It came wrapped like the best present from myself and was shipped internationally with such care.

October 9, 2024
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service and little bonuses

Buying from Dryad was great. The book was immediately dispatched and the packaging it came in was great. It was like it was already gift wrapped and had some nice touches that made it feel special. As this was actually a gift this not only saved me a job but really added to the occasion, so thank you Dryad!

October 9, 2024
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A Quality Small Business

An accessible, easy to use website for a quality small business. The book I ordered was delivered safely, on time and with a lovely note attached. Would 100% recommend Dryad Books to a friend!

October 9, 2024

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