Star Magic

Disclaimer: I received a eARC of this book from Netgalley.com.

As pagans, we tend to revere nature. We seek solace in the trees, rocks, animals, sun, and the moon. We know about astrology and how the planets affect our studies and magical workings. But how often do we think about the stars and constellations? I know that when I look to the night sky, I see them but until now, I've never thought much to the stars as magical influencers. Sandra Kynes's book, Star Magic, is a refreshing take on how the stars–through constellations– can impact our magic.

This book is a treasure trove of information. Kynes explains our night sky, science behind the constellations and how to understand “star” names, and using the energy of the stars. The majority of the book is spent detailing many of the northern and southern constellations, the prominent stars from each, and what their magical uses could be.

I love the premise of this book! For most of my magical life, while I looked to the stars, I never really SAW them as the tools they can be. I loved how Kynes blends science, myth, and practical information of the constellations and the stars themselves to give us a new way of seeing the sky. It also includes information for both the northern and southern hemispheres, so those “down under” aren't left out.

However, I gave this book a “liked it” rating because I felt overwhelmed at times with all the info. This is a great book but it can be overwhelming for the lay person.

Bottom Line: Have you been wanting to include star energies into your magic? A fan of the stars but not astrology? Then this is the book for you. You don't need to know astrology or astronomy to use this great guide.