Awakening the Witchblood

While I might not agree with some things in this book, I think it might be a very good starting point for someone to start practicing witchcraft. I subscribe more to a Norse paganism kind of witchcraft, and the craft in this book centers around greco-Roman gods, Celtic gods, and biblical figures. This is not at all a bad thing, and could definitely work as a way to figure out what works for you. I know I started with some Greek gods, realized that they were too detached from me, in my own opinion, so I switched to the Norse pantheon, which I have more experience with.

Also some great spells, and o her stuff in there.

I loved reading "Awakening the Witchblood", by Nathan King. I found it to be interesting, engaging and very informative. I am a practicing Witch of over 30+ years, and I think this is an important book that belongs in your magickal library.

This was a good book. I really love books about this subject matter and learning about it. I think King is a great writer and I enjoyed this

This is an interesting read for people who want to further explore witchcraft. I like how the author writes about dark aspects like working with darker entities like Lucifer and how to embrace all walks of witchcraft.

I could have gotten this book from the author, who's a personal friend, but I decided to request it through an official channel because it means so much to me that I'm impartial. That being said, I really love this book. There's definitely a focus on traditional Wicca-based English traditions, but it's a great modern resource for anyone who wants to explore those traditions and it doesn't try to be anything more. Nathan is such a sweet, intelligent person and I'm thrilled to have been given the opportunity to review his first book.

Awakening of the Witchblood is Nathan Kings first published book and to me it gives lots of information on the topic in a palatable way. Each topic that he touches upon fluidity moves onto the next. I must commend King for siting his sources as well as noting book recommendations, which I find to be helpful. If I was new to the craft this is the type of book I could sit down and take notes on. As someone seasoned I still appreciate what went into this book and felt it was a good read to return to. The tone is encouraging and each section gets to the point of the particular topic discussed. I appreciate the no fluff and let’s get straight into it way. There are 19 chapters and a lot of information covered. Some things included that can be added or even modified to your own liking are useful how to’s, recipes for incense, washes, oils as well as performing particular rites, and charms that are shared with us. There are also various belief systems and witchcraft practices mentioned in this book so be aware that this book does not follow one particular path. Touching upon multiple practices I think gives the reader a taste of what traditions the author shares with us and how they all pull from common threads be it major or in minor ways. Whether you choose to strictly follow a particular path or incorporate a mix this book leaves that up to you, the witch.

Thank you to Crossed Crow Books and NetGalley for the Arc and a chance to read and review this book.

Thank you to NetGalley and Crossed Crow Books for this ARC in exchange for an honest review!

I recommend this to anyone interested in the craft. I greatly appreciated that this book didn't follow only one particular path and that it didn't shy away from darker themes.

I very much enjoyed reading Awakening the Witchblood by Nathan King.
The book begins by exploring the origin and meaning of witchcraft, the witch, and the witchblood. Then, the Ancestors and Old Ones/Witch Gods are covered. I liked that the book included many darker gods than is often found in other books.

The book goes in depth on the topics of Aradia, the Nephalim, angelic magick, and Lucifer as the Bringer of Light.

In part two, the author shares rituals, spells, and exercises, as well as uses of tools used by witches. There is a section on raising power with examples. I especially enjoyed this section because I feel it's an important topic that is sometimes only briefly discussed.

The book contains recipes for tinctures, incenses, and oils, and there is a detailed bibliography which is appreciated by anyone who likes to do further research.

I plan to purchase a physical copy of this book after it is released and would recommend it to anyone interested in witchcraft.

Thank you to NetGalley, Crossed Crow Books, and Nathan King for the eARC of this book for review.