4 Stars

Tarot readings are time-consuming, and spreads are worse. They are detailed for sure but take too much energy and are not always helpful. Some questions need a crisp answer, which a spread doesn’t provide. This book discusses various ways to do one-card tarot reading for different occasions. It also provides interpretations for the 78 cards w.r.t to daily card pulls. 

The book starts with a short intro about what to expect and lists a few tarot rituals to help readers align themselves with the universe and stay grounded. The content in the first section is for self, aka the tarot reader. 

It begins with how to start the day with a good morning card pull, followed by different one-card reads through the day. More importance is given to affirmations, acceptance, self-belief, journaling, etc., by using the day’s card as an inspiration. Of course, not all rituals are feasible (at least for me), but they are useful for those who want to get back to tarot reading or adopt a better frame of mind. 

The second section is about one-card draws, where the author provides her interpretations for each card. This section is brief yet detailed and provides a good perspective of what to consider. While there are no reversals, there’s a subhead, Don’t Do This, which can be used for reversed cards. I admit this section is my favorite, as I’m always looking for more meanings and interpretations. 

While the book works for novice readers, some of the mentioned rituals (like trance, bath, etc.) can be tough. Nevertheless, these are just for guidance. The author encourages readers to create their own rituals by using hers as a starting point. 

The book has some lovely, dreamlike illustrations. Some are of a young girl, a tarot reader, while the others are of the cards (in section two). The overall tone is ethereal and comforting, with a touch of mysticism. The illustrations suit the mood and theme of the book. 

To summarize, Card of the Day Tarot guides experienced tarot readers to gain deeper insights from their readings but with a focus on a single card. 

Thank you, NetGalley and Fair Winds Press (Quarto Publishing Group), for the eARC. This review is voluntary and contains my honest opinion about the book. 

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