Somehow, advanced copies of this book arrived at our office unbeknownst to me. Doesn't everyone here know that I love all books pertaining to magic and sparkly things--especially when it's in the vein of personal adornment? Why wasn't I alerted to this sooner? So while I was visiting Christine yesterday, I casually stole the copy that I spied on her desk (she may or may not have noticed; I just hope she doesn't want it back).

If you're intrigued like I am with the world of lucky charms and personal amulets, you will love this book as much as I do. The photography is beautiful and I love the messy, journal-like style to the design. From Abracadabra embroidery (did you know that "abracadabra" is a written amulet?) to the Garland of Happiness to the Anti-Nightmare Kit, there are