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Moon Power

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I’m not surprised I forgot to review this here. I truly can’t think of a better description than ‘meh’. It’s not terrible, but it certainly isn’t something I see myself recommending. There are far better books out there with the same info, I’m grateful for the copy, as always.

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Sorry to say I didn't enjoy this book, far too much toxic feminism which just sounds pretty much the same as a lot of other wishy washy feminist books out there.

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Good for moon workers or astrologers. gets a number of topics relating to the moon in some way introduced. Nice that author added prompts for reflection and journaling.

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A thorough exploration of not only how the moon affects us personally, but the very aspect of the celestial body itself. There's a lot of well researched information here that can aid in amplifying anyone's daily practice.

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Great book. Thoroughly enjoyed reading it. Great flow. Would recommend. Great gift book. Thanks again.

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Sorry for the delay in reviewing. I have the kindle version:)
Its a good detailed book, it's interesting, thought out, as with anything of this nature you have to be open to the ideas or be able to drift past the things that don't suit your thoughts and ideals.
Certainly glad I read it.

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This book gives some information on natal chart guides based on your moon sign. It also provides an outline of the moon and its associated rituals. I think that this a fairly slim book with limited information on both of the subjects that it focuses on. I think that there are better selections if this is information that you are seeking. I think that if you picked it up you would end up looking for something else to delve deeper into. If you are simply looking for a primer this would be a useful.

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AN interesting read - I was interested to find out so much about the lunar cycle and how it connects with our everyday life. The book was well presented and had beautiful illustrations. I would recommend to those wanting to learn more about the lunar cycle and how it connects to your being.

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I received this as an ARC (Advanced Reader Copy) in return for an honest review. I thank NetGalley, the publisher and the author for allowing me to read this title. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

Moon Power by Simone Butler goes into great detail about each zodiac moon sign (not to be confused with sun sign). In each chapter, you learn about each moon, which goddess it is associated with (how to set up an alter for that goddess), and even rituals that you can do during that specific moon. At the end of each chapter, there are reflection questions that really make you think about your life.

Overall a great read and resource to have.  If you are interested in learning more about your moon sign, I definitely recommend this book.

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There is so much information packed into this book, that it's a fantastic read for any goddess looking to connect with the moon. Each chapter offers an insight into a moon sign - not a sun sign - which people often confuse with the traditional sun sign.

I enjoyed learning more about my moon sign, Gemini, and the goddess. Scheherazade. The book provides information on the goddess' sacred monkey (in this case, a monkey), and also provides instructions on constructing an altar to the goddess.

As a writer, I thoroughly enjoyed the prompts at the end of the chapter, which really made you think about things. (For example: "Were there changes in your childhood that left you feeling insecure?" It allowed me to take a break and think about honoring my inner child, even in my 30s.

If you are interested in learning more about your moon sign, I definitely recommend picking up this book... and if you think you know all there is to know about it, I can guarantee that you'll find something new in this book!

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This book is an easy to read, well structured guide to how the moon and signs affect you on an individual level. Very clearly laid out, it's great for beginners or more experienced partitioners alike. I can't wait to practise my new skills!

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Moon Power by Simone Butler is a wonderful book about the astronomical moon signs and how the moon affects our lives and personality. This book goes into great detail on each sign and suggests goddesses that are associated with each moon sign and how to worship them. I also enjoyed the collection of rituals that each sign is attributed. These rituals can be done by anyone but it is thoughtfully paired with a sign that has a deep connection to it. I think this book would be a wonderful addition to any astrological book collection and companion to magical workings.

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A great book for anyone who wants to better understand how we're influenced by our moon.
You'll find information regarding each zodiac sign, explaining the main traits, weaknesses and strengths, rituals, stories of ancient goddesses, current examples of famous people and questions to make you reflect. Although I've been reading a lot on the subject, this book has given me a lot of information that I didn't know. It was a very interesting read!

* I received this book from the publisher in exchange for an honest review.

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A lovely book that has been well researched and thought out. It is a great reference book for any collection.

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With thanks to #NetGalley for an ARC of #MoonPowerSimoneButler.
Well presented book written about an interesting topic.
Puts forward some fascinating theories.
A thought provoking read.

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“Moon Power'' is a unique book about lunar energies. It is mostly addressed to female readers who would love to reach towards the guidance of their inner Goddess. What I really like about this book is the detailed information on the Moon in the different Zodiacs, which gives a better understanding of the individual traits of every one of us.

Each of the Moon Zodiac Signs has information on personal lunar strengths and shadows, sexual nature, and karmic path. It also presents associated Modern and Ancient Female Figures/Goddesses, sacred animals, as well as tips on how to create specific altars and rituals corresponding with New and Full Moons. At the end of each chapter, there is a list of things to do during Moon being in this zodiac sign as well as some questions for journaling and reflection.

“Moon Power '' is by far the most comprehensive guide on Moon in the Zodiac signs I have ever encountered. I really like the idea of following moon phases, and the information provided in this book is different from the others I have read. The moon changes a zodiac sign each 2,5 day and it’s a great opportunity to time some activities, intentions, and rituals associated with specific lunar phases.

The introduction of the book is great and I really liked learning about different moon phases' significance according to the time when you were born.

Who is this book for:

✦ Each and every Selenophile
✦ Someone wanting to connect with their inner nature based on their Moon Zodiac sign
✦ A witch, that wishes to time their magic around Moon phases and their zodiac signs
✦ A person interested in Deity work and connecting with different Goddesses

What could be improved

Although I really like the structure and the information presented in this book, I’d love to see more actual information on the Moon. There is a lack of topics such as Blue Moons, Void of Course, and general information on Moon Phases. But I guess there are some other books that cover these topics more thoroughly. I just wish there was a one Moon Magic book that would contain all necessary elements.

* Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for the eARC copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

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This book is not a just a book of moon signs and how each moon sign presents itself. Its a comprehensive but easy to read guide on how we can honour ourselves and our respective Goddesses with our daily being.

As a Pagan who also practices witchcraft this book called out to me and I just had to request to read it, and I'm extremely happy that I did. Moon Power breaks things down into small chunks to allow newbies and experienced people to get the most out of it, and that is one of the charms of this book. Even as someone who has done extensive reading on Moon Magic I found out new information and ways of thinking about it.

Even moreso, the in-depth look into moon signs was scarily accurate. In order to get a well rounded opinion I did readings for myself and my 3 closest friends. Each of us with a different moon sign, each of us with different opinions on whether our astrological signs actually hold any truth. And we were all pleasantly surprised with how spot on this book has each of us pinned down.

All I can say is that this is an excellent read for both newbies and non-newbies, astrology-lovers and cynics alike.

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I received a free ARC of this book through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

Moon Power by Simone Butler is an introductory guide to your moon sign. It contains 14 chapters - the first two of which ("What Is Moon Power?" and "Your Inner Goddess") form introductions, while the rest of the chapters are dedicated to each moon phase ("Moon in Aries", "Moon in Taurus", etc). Essentially, the book is like an astrology book except that what the book is concerned with is not your star sign, but the position of the moon when you were born. The author's website has a free tool that allows you to determine this, as long as you have your birthday, and the location and time of your birth. (This kind of service is fairly common and is widely available for free on other websites).

Each "Moon in..." chapter contains a variety of information, such as influential real women who embody the spirit of that moon phase's characteristics, as well as a suggested goddess or legendary woman for whom to venerate with an altar. It also contains instructions on how to build that altar, and how to conduct a ritual for that goddess/legend.

The book is written in a friendly, casual manner that is easy to read. It's a fairly typical "new age" kind of text in that it does make a lot of claims and statements about astrology without going into too much detail about the "why". Hence, it might be a little hard to get into for those who are completely new to astrological practice. It's not a total beginner's astrology book (which might cover things like what star sign you are and what that means), but perhaps an early intermediate one by virtue of the fact that it informs and assumes that the reader is already open to astrological ideas without overwhelming the reader with too much information.

One thing I found that might split audiences is the fact that each "Moon in..." chapter identifies a goddess or legendary woman from a different culture to venerate. The book recommends building an altar for this goddess/legendary woman, and then conducting a ritual for her. These goddesses and women are all from different cultures including Babylonian, Greek, Yoruba, Hebrew, Welsh, Inuit, Egyptian, Indian, and Arabic cultures. (I'm not really in a position to determine whether these goddesses and the recommended altars/rituals have been presented in culturally respectful ways, as I'm not an expert on any of these. At the same time, I don't see anything that is blatantly incorrect.)

I think the positive side of this is that the author tries to make astrology multicultural; while the basis of the book is in Western astrology, the inclusion of goddesses from different cultures could be seen as a way to signal that astrology need not be exclusive to those immerse in western culture. The downside of this is that it does raise the question of whether it is appropriate to take these goddesses out of their original pantheon and cultural context, and to try to fit them into Western astrology.

Personally, I do not "vibe" very much with the goddess suggested for me, as she is from a culture very much removed from mine. That is not to say that we can't connect at all with deities who are not part of our cultural practices, but it just feels like I am trying to step into another person's religion and cultural practice without explicitly being invited to do so by a person of that religion and/or culture, which feels somewhat strange to me.

The goddesses introduced in this book are Hippolyta (Moon in Aries), Lakshmi (Moon in Taurus), Scheherazade (Moon in Gemini), Isis (Moon in Cancer), Oshun (Moon in Leo), Vesta (Moon in Virgo), Inanna (Moon in Libra), Lilith (Moon in Scorpio), Diana (Moon in Sagittarius), Amaltheia (Moon in Capricorn), Rhiannon (Moon in Aquarius), and Sedna (Moon in Pisces).

One thing that made me raise my eyebrow in addition to the above was a section of the book which alluded to the History Channel and its programme on aliens as a legitimate source... perhaps I'm being cynical because I do not subscribe entirely to astrology, but make of that what you will.

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Moon Power: Lunar Rituals for Connecting with Your Inner Goddess by Simone Butler is an entry level guide to moon signs. If you are new to astrology and want a fundamental understanding of each moon sign, this is an easy-to-read book for beginners. In its early chapters, Moon Power offers information about the Lunar Cycle and a brief introduction to Goddess worship. The author then provides a chapter-by-chapter break down of the moon’s influence in each astrological sign. Each chapter offers suggestions for rituals and journaling prompts.

Moon Power is a re-release of the 2017 book of the same name. It does have a lovely new cover but doesn’t appear to have received much of an update. (Note, I did receive an earc from the publisher and Netgalley, so maybe the final version will have more improvements.) The most obvious sign that the book has not been updated is the appendix of New and Full Moons. It only covers 2017-2022. Yes, this information is easily available online, but the inclusion of the old information immediately makes the book feel dated. The lack of new material feels like a missed opportunity to draw in readers both new and old.

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