Well, anyone will figure out that I am mentioned in the book, but after the reviewer that gave kudos for the personal ancedotes being included- I guess I just wanted to say, that as a former covenmate of theirs (hived-off), that this book is very representative of what they teach in person and how they conduct their own lives. This information (how magick works) is so relavent, yet intuitive to grasp and apply that I continue in their tradition to teach others using this same framework.

The gem of this book is that middle section (spellworking) that lays the foundation from which individuals can build upon and explore witchcraft as they feel compelled. This is not new information, but they have compiled and presented it in a comprehensive and palatable system and then further linked it to a tried and tested personal archive of spellwork.

I also think it is a great example of how persons who do not allow their mindset to be limiting can take Traditional Wiccan wisdom, enhanced by their own spiritual experiences and studies, to show how beneficial spellcraft can be.

First off, I've got to say this: this book is beautiful! The outside cover is ugly, in my opinion, but the interior design more than makes up for it.

Besides looking beautiful on the inside, this book is also written beautifully. These authors have a way with words, and they know it! Although the title has "spellbook" in it, only half of the book is devoted solely to spells. The other half has various chapters on spellcraft history, correspondences, divination, numbers, chants, magical alphabets, singing, dancing, knot magic, kitchen witchery, making poppets, making amulets and talismans, and much more! There are illustrations throughout that show the steps for the dances, musical notes, sigils, etc. that are discussed in the book. This book is exploding with spellcraft wisdom and I think that any spellcaster could find something of interest inside.

The spells themselves are quite interesting as well. Some are taken from ancient sources and are made useful for the modern witch. To show you how versatile this spellbook really is, the spells range from "To Reveal the Identity of a Thief" to "To Lure People to Your Website." There are also some personal stories of how some of the spells worked. That was an added plus and I think that every spellbook should include those. If you buy a spellbook, wouldn't you be interested if the author actually tried their own spells? I know I would.

In conclusion, a wonderful addition to any spellcaster's library!

-Ater