[Review] Llewellyn's Complete Book of Correspondence by Sandra Kynes

Title: Llewellyn's Complete Book of Correspondence
Author: Sandra Kynes
Publisher: Llewellyn Worldwide
Publishing Date: Feb 8th, 2013
Pages: 552

Llewellyn's Complete Book of Correspondences is a clear, straightforward companion for Pagan and Wiccan ritual and spellwork. Entries are cross-referenced, indexed, and organized by categories and subcategories, making it easy to find what you need. 
This comprehensive reference provides a fascinating look at why correspondences are more than just lists of objects to focus intent on--they are fundamental to how we think. When we use correspondences, we weave together our ideas, beliefs, and energy, creating deeper meaning in our rituals and spellwork as we unite our individuality with a larger purpose.
The use of correspondences embodies both physical and symbolic energy and provides the means for uniting the seen and unseen worlds. Packed with content yet easy to use, Llewellyn's Complete Book of Correspondences covers traditional correspondences and also provides instruction for forging new ones that hold special meaning for you.

Plants - Minerals - Animals - Deities - Zodiac - Moon Phases - Days and Times Ogham - Runes - Tarot - Elements - Numbers - Chakras - Colors - And More

Hey all! Today I have a review for you! This one is on a massive tome of correspondence that any Pagan or Witch will find helpful!

Like the blurb from Goodreads states, this has a TON of correspondence - look at that list up above! I find that the one that I refer to the most is the plant section. It's broken down into Trees, Herb & Garden, Misc. Plants (spices, over the counter medicines etc.)

It's absolutely amazing, and while I haven't read every single entry in detail I have no doubt that should the need arise I'll be able to find whatever I need very quickly! The animal section is amazingly thorough and even includes mythical animals from classical civilizations as well as Celtic and Native American mythology.

I have no doubt that every type of Pagan and witch will find something that has been cross-referenced in this book that will help make their path a lot easier. While I have an ebook version, I really think that having a hardcopy will make finding correspondence even faster, but that just might be me being technologically unadvanced.

Another part I really like is the cheat sheet right in the beginning - it lists out an intention and a quick guide to what falls under that heading!

Excerpt (Example)

anger (to soothe, control, diffuse) 

• Zodiac: Aries
• Solar System: Mars, Uranus
• Element: Fire
• Tarot: Devil (express)
• Colors: Black, Red (provoke), Violet, Yellow (green)
• Trees: Holly, Juniper
• Misc. Plants: Saffron, Wormwood
• Herb & Garden: Catnip, Chamomile, Gorse, Lavender, Peony, Valerian, Vervain
• Gemstones & Minerals: Amethyst, Angelite
• From the Sea: Murex Bloodstone, Blue Lace Agate, Carnelian, Chrysocolla, Chrysoprase, Fluorite, Garnet, Howlite, Larimar, Moss Agate, Peridot, Sapphire, Topaz (blue)
• Goddesses: Durga, Hera, Nemesis, Sekhmet
• Gods: Aegir, Ares, Mars, Nergal
• Bird: Chicken (rooster)

Whew! Isn't that something - there are tons of these, which takes up the first half of the book and I just can't even imagine how much work that must have been to compile all of this information. I really think that this section alone is worth having, if you're someone who does a lot of spellwork. 

Do you have a need for such a thorough book? Do you do a lot of spellwork? I'd love to hear from you!

I did receive this for free from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.

Review: Homemade Magick by Lon Milo Duquette

Homemade Magick  by Lon Milo Duquette
Publishers: Llewellyn Publications
Published: August 8th, 2014
Pages: 240

Sharing the lessons he's learned from over forty years as a magician and family man, Lon Milo DuQuette reveals his unique point of view about magick--its ups and downs, ins and outs, and how his family and home are the foundation of his practice. Written in Lon's humorous style that makes learning and discovery a joy, Homemade Magick will show you that everyday life events are, in fact, true magical adventures.
As you navigate your journey, you'll learn how to: Choose your magical motto Perform a self-initiation ritual Make your own tools Raise children in a magical home Perform the Rite of Earth Learn how to make your whole life magick.
With this insightful book as your guide, you can see how the magical world is already an integral part of your life. Between easy-to-follow instructions and Lon's colorful stories about his years as a domesticated magician, you'll be inspired to wake up to your own magical identity--and have a whole lot of fun along the way.

Review: Hexed by Michelle Krys

Hexed (The Witch Hunter #1) by Michelle Krys
Publishers: Random House
Published: June 10th, 2014
Pages: 384

It's Bring it On meets The Craft in this spellbinding witchy series debut.

A stolen book. A deadly plan. A destiny discovered.

If high school is all about social status, Indigo Blackwood has it made. Sure, her quirky mom owns an occult shop, and a nerd just won't stop trying to be her friend, but Indie is a popular cheerleader with a football-star boyfriend and a social circle powerful enough to ruin everyone at school. Who wouldn't want to be her?

Then a guy dies right before her eyes. And the dusty old family Bible her mom is freakishly possessive of is stolen. But when a frustratingly sexy stranger named Bishop enters Indie's world, she learns that her destiny involves a lot more than pom-poms and parties. If she doesn't get the Bible back, every witch on the planet will die. And that's seriously bad news for Indie, because according to Bishop, she's a witch too.

Suddenly forced into a centuries-old war between witches and sorcerers, Indie is about to uncover the many dark truths about her life—and a future unlike any she ever imagined on top of the cheer pyramid.

Review: The Girl with the Windup Heart by Kady Cross

The Girl with the Windup Heart
(The Steampunk Chronicles #4) by Kady Cross
Publishers: Harlequin Teen
Published: May 27th, 2014
Pages: 400

In 1897 London, a final showdown is about to begin.

London's underworld is no place for a young woman, even one who is strong, smart and part-automaton like Mila. But when master criminal Jack Dandy inadvertently breaks her heart, she takes off, determined to find an independent life, one entirely her own. Her search takes her to the spangled shadows of the West End's most dazzling circus.

Meanwhile, taken captive in the Aether, Griffin King is trapped in an inescapable prison, and at the mercy of his archenemy, The Machinist. If he breaks under the hellish torment, The Machinist will claim his powers and control of the Aether itself, and no one in either world will be safe-especially not Finley Jayne and her misfit band of friends.

Finley plunges headlong into the Aether the only way she knows how, by temporarily dying. But she cannot parry The Machinist's maneuvers for long. To defeat him for good, Griffin will have to confront his greatest fear and finally come face-to-face with the destructive power he wields.

Review: Defy by Sara B. Larson

Defy by Sara B. Larson (Defy, #1)
 Release Date: January 7, 2014
Publisher: Scholastic Press; 336 pages

A lush and gorgeously written debut, packed with action, intrigue, and a thrilling love triangle.
Alexa Hollen is a fighter. Forced to disguise herself as a boy and serve in the king's army, Alex uses her quick wit and fierce sword-fighting skills to earn a spot on the elite prince's guard. But when a powerful sorcerer sneaks into the palace in the dead of night, even Alex, who is virtually unbeatable, can't prevent him from abducting her, her fellow guard and friend Rylan, and Prince Damian, taking them through the treacherous wilds of the jungle and deep into enemy territory.
The longer Alex is held captive with both Rylan and the prince, the more she realizes that she is not the only one who has been keeping dangerous secrets. And suddenly, after her own secret is revealed, Alex finds herself confronted with two men vying for her heart: the safe and steady Rylan, who has always cared for her, and the dark, intriguing Damian. With hidden foes lurking around every corner, is Alex strong enough to save herself and the kingdom she's sworn to protect?