Book Review-Earth Magic: A Grimoire of Nature Spells by Cheralyn Darcey

Book Review

Earth Magic: A Grimoire of Nature Spells

By Cheralyn Darcey

Publisher: Rockpool Publishing

327 page, illustrated Hardcover

Release Date: September 16th, 2025

Earth Magic: A Grimoire of Nature Spells is a beautifully illustrated, designed, and practical book of spells involving nature. Be it trees, flowers or herbs, this grimoire really does contain just about every (non-toxic) plant that would be common for witchcraft practitioners. The spells themselves are original to the author, with this book being a compilation of three of her previous spellbooks. I received my copy of this book a couple months ago and worked with it in the time leading up to this review. The spells are effective, and most of the time, the materials needed are easily accessible.

Being that Earth Magic uses natural ingredients, these spells can do anything you need-from protection, reversing, return to sender, love, money or spiritual magic, these spells are perfect for the nature lovers. The spells themselves are organized into sections-Trees, Herbs and Flowers. The one caveat I have is that there is no index where you can cross reference a specific flower, herb or tree. For instance, I have cast magic with my fall-colored chysanthemums; finding spells with those flowers was a bit more difficult because of the lack of an index.

Other than that critique, I’ve found Earth Magic to be a wonderful addition to my library’s collection, adding a natural touch to my witchcraft practices. I especially found the alternate plant listing for each spell (where possible), and the make your own spell guidelines in the back to be of particular value. The botanical correspondences in the back are also a wonderful, at-a-glance reference for any nature magic you may want to cast!

Particular favorite spells of mine included multiple Oak spells, as well as some of the unique herbal spells. These spells can be cast by anyone of any experience level-as long as you can read and have faith that your spell will become reality. I’ve had success with multiple spells I’ve used from Earth Magic, but don’t just take it from me: grab a copy for yourself and find out! This is a wonderful gift idea for the witch or herbalist in your life! I give it a 5/5 Pentagram rating.

Cheralyn Darcey is a botanical alchemist, organic gardener, artist and presenter. Inspired by her Pagan upbringing and her passion for nature and magic, she focuses on the spiritual, cultural, therapeutic and physical connection between humans and plants. She hosts a talkback radio show and is the best-selling author of numerous titles, including Flower Reading Cards and Flowers of the Night Oracle. You can contact her at her links below:

• Instagram: cheralyn
• Facebook: cheralyn.darcey
• TikTok: cheralyndarcey
• cheralyndarcey.com

 

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Author Bio:

The Modern Merlin is a Polytheist, Pagan, Animist, Witch, Sorcerer, Paranormal Investigator, Amateur Folklorist, Chaos Magician and Occultist. He embarked on his spiritual and magickal journey over 15 years ago. As such, he has extensive knowledge of The Occult, Ceremonial Magick, Chaos Magick, Witchcraft, Sorcery, and both modern and ancient world religions and folklore. He is a practicing Sorcerer, blending ceremonial high magick, chaos magick and witchcraft, as well as plant medicine, poisonous plants and entheogens, shamanic techniques, and mysticism. He believes that magick can be as simple or as complex as one needs it to be, and rejects dogma, instead trusting his intuition, and encourages other magickal and spiritual folks to do the same! He venerates and casts magick with a wide array of spirits and deities, and works with both the Left and Right Hand Paths, having experience in both. He has also studied eastern philosophies such as Taoism, Zen Buddhism, and Hinduism. He is an Astrologer and Tarot reader and actively studies and practices many other forms of divination including Runes, Ogham, Palmistry and Scrying. An animal lover, he sees divinity in nature-the trees, plants, animals and sky.  Also an avid reader, you’re hard pressed to not find him nose deep in a book, most likely on an occult, mystical, religious or magickal subject. He is the Co-Editor of PaganPages.Org and the author of multiple columns for PaganPages.Org. He gives readings and other spiritual services through his Facebook Page, The Modern Merlin, as well other free informational posts for everyone to see! You can reach him on Facebook, or e-mail him at [email protected]