I recently purchased a tarot pack and I found the little booklet that came with it to be inadequate so I was thrilled to find this book available on NetGalley. I have a lot to learn but I look forward to coming back to this book as I become more adept at reading the tarot. I definitely recommend Tarot Magick for learning more about tarot.

As a relative newbie to tarot reading I found this book to be a nice dive into the basics. I thought the illustrations were beautiful and enjoyed the descriptions of the meanings and how to set up for a reading. This is one I would revisit for a refresher.

(I'm in between 4 and 4.5 stars ^^; )

Going into this book, I knew it was going to lean spiritual, but the number of five star reviews had me curious, so I decided to take a dive--and I absolutely do not regret it! Even as a secular reader, I really enjoyed this book. The author did a fantastic job describing the cards and giving information about tarot. I think it's a very beginner friendly book, but also a book to check out just to see another reader's interpretations.

The book opens introducing tarot and some frequently asked questions, along with further information on choosing a deck, bonding and caring for it, how to start, various spiritual connections (astrology, colors, timing, planets, etc), numerology (useful for secular readers too, imo!), yes and no questions, and reversals. So definitely a lot to start with!

The majors all had an original card artwork along with the card explanations. The minors only had card explanations with one graphical art element, not a full card. Each card has its name, ruling planet(s), zodiac sign(s), element(s), yes or no, key words upright and reversed, along with more details on the upright and reversed meanings, often containing symbolism meanings. I really liked the author's interpretations of the cards, and appreciate that each had a couple options for meanings to try and be a catch-all. It was also nice to see the stereotypical 'doom and gloom' cards to have positive bits about them too.

After the card explanations is a section discussing advice on setting up for readings, a list of 3 and 4 card spreads (really liked these!), the celtic cross (which interestingly had a different position meanings than I'm used to), spells and rituals, and recommended reading.

I had a few nit-picks, however. But I wish the minors had accompanying card art, like the majors. (Without them, unless you know the RWS imagery, you'd either need a deck to use with the book or search up the cards online. Not difficult to do, but a little annoying.) In the 'rituals' section, several minors had card art shown, so I'm not sure why they weren't included with the minors. I also thought it was random and strange for some pages/cards to have a white background and others black. It didn't seem to serve a purpose and was just a little jarring when the colors inverted while I read. And some of the colored background pages' text was hard to read, just not enough contrast between the text color and the background color. And for the 'yes or no' interpretations for the cards, well over half of them were a 'yes', which feels unbalanced to me. I don't really do yes/no personally, but mentioning for those who do.

For secular readers like myself, you won't be using /all/ the information in this book, but I do think this one is worth looking at. You can totally read this from a secular perspective and be just fine. The explanations are easy to wrap your head around and I think the author did a great job getting all the information across. Definitely a book I wish I had had starting out.

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Tarot Magick is the fourth and final instalment in ‘The Witch of the Forest’s Guide to..’ series and it delves into the powerful world of tarot. Tarot cards are rich with meaning, symbolism and secrets waiting to reveal themselves and this is the perfect beginner guide for the new tarot reader or even those more well versed in the cards. With breath-taking illustrations from Lindsay Squire’s on Tarot Magick deck, illustrated by Viki Lester and brimming with easy to follow and learn explanations of the meanings and symbolism behind the famous cards this book is bound to improve your practice.

I have to say the first thing that struck me about this book, and the previous three, is the ease to follow it. The writing is informative and detailed but with such a tone and flow that you can easily follow along and learn as you go. Even if you have other books or are well versed in tarot this book is a true gem with beautiful illustrations and easy to follow and break down information. It not only includes detail on how to interpret all 78 cards in a modern tarot deck while understanding the major and minor arcana cards but also the differences between the pentacle, wand, sword or cup card. It further delves into the elements associated with the cards, zodiac signs and plants as well that may tie to the card and its meaning as so much more.

On top of this we have rituals, tip and tricks and recipes taken directly from The Witch of The Forest’s personal grimoire. Aiding in how to use the cards as part of spells, to understand yourself and improve your self-love practice. I am somewhat biased since I have adored Squire’s other books; Natural Magick, Earth Magick and Astrology Magick but this book, despite knowing a little about Tarot, is honestly brimming with knowledge and ways to help improve your use of the cards. A brilliant reference book to have on hand and one I would highly recommend.

Not only one of the best tarot books out there, but one of the most aesthetically pleasing books I've ever seen!
It's unfortunate that I'm not familiar with the rest of the books in this series. After reading Tarot Magick, I'm inclined to check the other titles out.
It's comprehensive without bogging you down with information. It's concise where it needs to be. The book's chapters are so well organized that my neurodivergent brain doesn't feel lost along the way. Yet, there is sooo much wisdom in here that I can't recommend enough! I've only been reading tarot for a year, but I would recommend it to beginners and experts alike.

Wait! Do I just love tarot books or have I been exceptionally lucky in the books I have chosen to pick up? Because this is yet another charming introduction to what I, admittedly, find to be a daunting subject. Thank you to the author, publisher, and NetGalley for the eARC.

Tarot Magick is both thorough and concise. I am very appreciative of the many illustrations throughout the book. Not only are they gorgeous to look at, but it really helped me to grasp the concepts under discussion. The information is presented in a compact and organized fashion. Yet it never reads as info-dumping or boring. There is a whimsy to the writing and artwork which keeps the reader engaged - I found reading the book to be a delightful experience. I particularly enjoyed the author's approach as a guide pointing out possibilities, inviting the reader to bring their own curiosity to the subject.

As someone who loves the witch vibe and adopts many witch ways such as tarot I jumped at the chance to read this book!

I assumed it was just going to be a detailed break down on Tarot, how to read them and the decipher the meanings of each card but I was happily surprised to find it was so much more.

I learned a lot from this book that I had no idea about before and the way it is all broken down into small segments and then broken down again with cute illustrations to help lock that in your brain in awesome!

Being someone who has done Tarot for many years I was so happy to add my knowledge with all the added information like elements and ruling plants, star signs, numerology, colour correspondence and tarot and timing.

Don't get me wrong I adore my trust wild unknown deck and guide book but the way Squire breaks down each card is on another level and I cannot wait to do a spread and adopt what this book has taught me.

Highly recommend this to anyone who is interested in Tarot or like me someone who has done it for years and just looking to grow your knowledge further.

*Thank you to netgalley for send me this arc in exchange for a honest review.

This is a beautifully illustrated book that covers everything you need to know about learning the tarot. I particularly loved the very informative section on tarot journaling - I haven’t come across this in other tarot books I have read.

For each major arcana card we are given very a useful list of keywords for both upright and reversed positions, then a more in-depth look at each position. I also liked the little piece that told the story of each card through the lens of the Fool’s journey, something else I’ve not seen before. Each major card is printed as a full page in the book.

For the minor arcana each card is described but not shown; it would have been nice to have a visual reference. Again, there is an explanation of both upright and reversed meanings and it is very easy to read and understand. Some tarot books contain reams and reams about each card but this was short and succinct, yet very informative.

In addition to the cards themselves, the book also includes tarot spreads, and also tarot spells and rituals which I really enjoyed reading about and is yet something else I have not encountered in other tarot books. This is an incredibly good book, packed full of info and accompanied by gorgeous illustrations. I highly recommend this to anyone who wishes to learn about the tarot.

With thanks to Netgalley and Leaping Hare Press for this advance review copy. All opinions are my own.

ABSOLUTELY LOVED IT
It is such a beautifully illustrated book with so much information and best of all, the information is synthesised and explained in a way that anyone (regardless of whether they have any or no knowledge of tarot) can understand.
Without a doubt one of the best Tarot books I have read, I really liked it.

Wonderful, perfect for tarot readers of any level or for anyone who wants to delve a little deeper into the whole world of tarot,

As someone who is a complete beginner with Tarot, this was an easy to understand guide that has given me enough baseline knowledge to start to feel comfortable with my readings. I really enjoy Lindsay Squire’s way of presenting magical knowledge in an easy to understand and visually pleasing format.

I am a complete beginner with tarot, and I was looking for a good book that would explain everything in a simple way. Learning about 78 cards is quite daunting, but Lindsay takes it step by step, first explaining how to choose a deck and care for it, then what the cards mean, also showing a few common spreads and spells. I love how she gives so many details about each of the major arcana cards, all the details and other symbols to look for.

I have bought all the previous books by Lindsay Squire, and already preordered this one. I highly recommend it to any tarot beginner, five stars!

Thank you to the publisher who provided me with an e-copy of this book via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

❥ 3 stars ☆

This book is very beginner-friendly, since it’s a beginner’s guide to the world of tarot, and it would be suiting for anyone who wants to start with tarot themselves, or if you are just curious about it.

This was a nice and very quick read for me, even though it didn’t present me with any new information that I haven’t already read before. I liked the art and illustrations but it could have been a bit less of it, except the illustrations that actually are helpful and gives you info along with them.

I would recommend the book to beginners, or if you like the art and illustrations in the book.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Tarot Magick: Discover yourself through tarot by Lindsay Squire is a beginner’s guide to the world of Tarot. The book is illustrated by Viki Lester of Forensics and Flowers, featuring stunning illustrations from The Witch of the Forest’s own Tarot Magick deck.

What sets this book apart is its easy-to-learn information that explores the in-depth meanings and symbolism of every card, helping readers develop their intuitive Tarot skills. Furthermore, it offers insights into tarot magick and how it can improve wellness practices through witchcraft.

As I read this book, I found myself completely immersed in the stunning illustrations that make it a visual party for the eyes. In addition, I appreciated how well laid out the book is, which makes it easy for Tarot users of all levels to follow along. One section that stood out was the “spell” section that offered practical applications for using tarot cards in spellwork.

Overall, I would highly recommend Tarot Magick: Discover yourself through tarot by Lindsay Squire to anyone interested in learning more about tarot. From its beautiful cover to its informative content and practical applications, this book is exceptional and truly a must-read for all those on a journey of self-discovery through Tarot.

**ARC Via NetGalley**

A very interesting book to discover the basics of tarot. The cards are sublime, flowery and girly. It made me want to get my first oracle.

What a beautiful book! I loved the illustrations and think they add such quality to the text. I liked how the book had a mix of text pages and infographics. The information is really useful and manageable to read and take in. This would make a great gift idea as well as a book to keep for many years and use regularly.

This book is very beginner-friendly & has a little bit of everything. It does not only talk about card meanings & tarot spreads, but also offers tips such as how to choose & bond with your tarot deck, different ways one can learn tarot meanings, tarot spells, etc. The very cute illustrations are the cherry on top of the cake.

I personally have read several books on tarot in the past, but find every tarot book refreshing because every tarot writer have slightly different interpretations of the cards. This book in particular describes the card in a context relevant to today’s way of living.

eARC provided by NetGalley & Leaping Hare Press.

This is brilliant for first time Tarot Practitioners. A details description of how to purchase your first deck as well as how to use them and care for them.

There is also a brief description of what a tarot set is compared to an oracle set. This is fantastic if you were wanting to take a more in depth look into tarot and the meanings behind each card and how it is used, from it colours to the numerology. I would also like to say that the cards that are designed in the book, if there is a set of those I would hands down, get them. Each card is really well explained and details, explaining the reversed meaning as well as the upright.

The spells are really easy to follow and explained well. This makes it easy to understand what is needed and how to use it.

A really well developed book for any tarot deck and user.

This book is so helpful and kind. It found me exactly when I needed it. What a great beginner’s guide to starting your Tarot journey!

I really loved the illustrations in this book, the first section that described key terms and ideas, and the instructions for bonding with your deck. The main part of this book is a really good reference, and I loved how in-depth the author went when describing each card. Finally, the back half of this book - using tarot in spreads and in spells was informative and I found the material engaging and helpful.

A fun and wonderfully delightful book about the basics of tarot. The imagery was stunning! The author also added color and astrological correspondences and tarot meanings as well. Like I said this was a fun book to read, Ad perfect for someone who is just starting out on this path. I voluntarily read this book via NetGalley in exchange for my honest opinion.