Rating: 5 out of 5 stars. The Fae, especially their queens, are beings you don't want to go into dealing with blindly. This was an excellent guide, especially for those who are unfamiliar with them. This not only covers the more popular lore and stories, but gives the reader some guidance when trying to connect with them. Whether you're a novice or more experienced practitioner, this is an excellent resource. ~ Liliyana Shadowlyn (Reviewer) , NetGalley

......I left everything behind and forgot my responsibilities when I got this book, and I’m happy I did so. Pagan Portals – Fairy Queens: Meeting the Queens of the Otherworld, by Morgan Daimler, is charming, beautiful, educational and useful. One of my best readings of this year! ~ Kyler B. Warhol

Rating: 5 out of 5 stars. The book includes many women that are considered Faeries (Fae), Queens, and/or Goddesses. The author does an excellent job including the history and lore of many of these women. She includes basic manners if you meet a Fairy Queen including what not to do. There is a breakdown of the different Courts of Fairies which is important to know if you meet one. There are ways to honor the Fairy Queens along with Journeys to meet them. These Fairy Queens are included: Queen of Elfland, Nicnevin and Cyre-Carlin, Aine, Aoibheall, Cliodhna, Una, Titania, Morgen le Fay, Gloriana. I really like the meditations she includes along with the different journeys to meet different fairies. I love the mention of Jim Butcher’s Dresden Files series. ~ Dawn Thomas (Reviewer) , NetGalley

This was a very charming rendition of fairy Queens. It referenced a few of the queens and where they are from as well as behavior in the presence of royalty. Advice on how to reach them and meet them through meditation and journeying is provided of course. I found the book to be very enchanting. I enjoyed reading it very much. ~ Annalisa Alberti (Reviewer), NetGalley

Rating: 5 out of 5 stars. I really love the Pagan Portal series of books. A small yet in-depth look into a sub section of spirituality. There are books on a huge variety of topics. This one was about the court of the fae. And it went fairly in-depth with the different levels of faery and the different cultures of court. Can’t wait to read more of these books. Already have the next six order on Amazon. ~ Lindsay Wangsness (Reviewer), NetGalley

This was a good read, from the moment I saw the premise I was interested and it didn't disappoint. The characters were great and I really liked the world building in the book. ~ Kay McLeer (Reviewer), NetGalley

Rating: 5 out of 5 stars. ......Pagan Portals: Fairy Queens provides insight into Fairy Queens for students and scholars alike but is also just as appealing to someone who is neither. My interest in the topic comes from the wide range of fantasy fiction I have read that follow pagan belief systems and thus I read it for enjoyment. This is very well written and excellently researched! Especially for someone new to the subject. It was also quite short which made it easy to follow! While the book is filled with information it is not overwhelming! I found myself wanting to read more and ask questions. ~ Tabassum F (Reviewer), NetGalley

Rating: 5 out of 5 stars. .....Like Daimler's other books in the Pagan Portals series, Fairy Queens is a thorough introduction to the practice of and folklore behind working with The Scottish and Irish queens of the fair folk while also helping to open the door for the reader to personally explore a deeper practice. There's a little bit of something for everyone in this book, whether you are brand new to the Fairy Queens, primarily interested in them academically, or looking to build or deepen a personal spiritual relationship.......Fairy Queens is positively chock full of very accessible information and tons of recommendations for further resources to help you learn more about absolutely anything you want to know about The Queens. Honestly, the resources recommended by Daimler are one of my favorite aspects of their work. Seriously, this book would be worth its cost for the bibliography alone, and yet it is a fully fleshed-out resource for everyone who wants to learn more about Fairy Witchcraft. This book gets five stars from me. ~ Echo Summer-Berson (Reviewer), NetGalley

This quick, engaging read is definitely worth checking out if you're interested in bringing fae magick to your practice. I love that it brings three levels of information: historical, anecdotal, and guided meditations so that you can experience the Fairy Queens for yourself......this is definitely recommended for those who want to go deeper into the fairy lands. ~ S. L. Saboviec (Reviewer) , NetGalley

.....Its easy to follow, is a fascinating read and above all else allows you to, through a personable authorly voice, help identify what you feel will work for you.....Each person will get something different out of this title and whether you're a novice or an established adept, there is new information to help you carry on your own personal journey. Well phrased, easy to dip into and definitely an author I'll read more titles from.. ~ Gareth Wilson (Reviewer) , NetGalley

Super quick and rather informative read about fairy lore, more specifically Fairy Queens. I did find the descriptions of the lore fascinating. It was obvious the author did a lot of research into the subject. Think it should do well with pagans wanting to expand their horizons and work within those traditions. Daimler helpfully provides starting points such as guided meditations and other applications to help beginners of the craft on their way. ~ Kat Munro (Bookseller) , NetGalley

Rating: 5 out of 5 stars. In this short book Morgan Daimler provides a great deal of information along with practical exercises linked to exploring Faerie that are suitable for both those new to the subject and the more experienced.....She clearly has a strong grasp of both historic and academic literature as well as sources for folklore and includes notes and a bibliography..... I have written many guided meditations and so could evaluate them. I found them inspirational and well constructed with clear instructions. I wouldn’t have any hesitation in using them personally or recommending this book to others interested in connecting with the Fairy Queens. ~ Vivienne O'Regan (Reviewer) , NetGalley

Rating: 5 out of 5 stars..........Ms. Daimler is diligent about presenting the information in a manner that will be interesting to people studying the folklore while also functioning as a guide for those who wish to actively engage with the Queens. I recommend this book to both groups. ~ Dee Arr (Reviewer), NetGalley

Alluring, engaging and refreshing with a new look on Fairy Queens and their world. I enjoyed this book, especially the lore and descriptions. The book seemed well researched as well as entertaining. ~ Kyra Becker (Reviewer), NetGalley

I got to read a complete draft of Morgan Daimler's Pagan Portals - Fairy Queens: Meeting the Queens of the Otherworld, which has appeared in chapter-long chunks on Moon Books' blog. Some of the material covered in Chapter 8, on the Fairy Queens in popular culture, was also covered in Morgan's Mystic South 2018 PAPERS presentation which I attended. The style is straightforward, accessible and informative. As an introduction to working with Fairy Queens for a reader who wants something that is grounded in both solid research on traditional lore and personal experience, that is useful and practical without a lot of fluff or obfuscation, it is excellent. Her descriptions of what it's like to deal with the Good People ring more true to my own experiences than I am used to finding in print, both in terms of details of how those experiences tend to go and the potential joys and pitfalls. If you are interested in approaching the Fairy Queens as part of your practice, this book will be a useful addition to your library that will get you started and guide you on the path towards learning more. While Daimler discusses fairies in literature and pop culture, she draws a clear distinction between them and the older traditional beliefs. There's a whole lot of nonsense floating around out there about fairies...the actual traditions are generally more complex, genuine, and deep. What could potentially be a wellspring of healing for our culture and the world gets poisoned with the same old plastic. Books like this are the antidote. ~ Sara Amis

Pagan Portals - Fairy Queens is more than the title might indicate. It is not only a look at the better known Fairy Queens, but also a practical system for maintaining fairy contacts, as well as concise, practical information on Fairy society, mores, and how best to work with this powerful, mercurial race. The first chapter is a look at the essentials of the Fairy realm, including certain aspects of its physical nature, the strange properties of time within it, and aspects of its social organization, including the nature of hierarchy and courts among the Fairies. This chapter finishes with two introductory meditations which are worth the price of admission in themselves, providing the reader with a practical method for entering Fairy and exploring it with a guide. Chapters two through seven give the essential information on five different Fairy Queens: the Queen of Elfland, Nicnevin, Áine, Aoibheall, Cliodhna, and Una. The chapters are each informed by a strong sense of place, emphasizing the links between each Queen and particular places or regions. To me, this is a convincing and enriching expansion of a theme Morgan has explored in her earlier work, the links between Irish Fairylore and the mythology of the Tuatha De Danann, allowing readers to integrate the two in a single harmonious and relatively logical worldview. Each chapter includes a meditation to contact each Queen, as well as plenty of information allowing the reader to deal as effectively as possible with them. Chapter eight is on Fairy Queens in popular culture, including literature over the last several centuries. This chapter contains excellent advice for working with such figures as safely and effectively as possible. The final chapter gives advice on how best to deal with Fairy Queens, including the pros and cons of different levels of contact, as well as how to deal with problems should they arise. Pagan Portals - Fairy Queens contains all those typical Morgan Daimler hallmarks; impeccable scholarship, accessibility, excellent writing, and practicality. Readers can be sure, when they work with this book, that they are getting the best information available, that it will be clear, well-organized, easy to understand, and doable by the average person. In short, I recommend this book very highly. Those seeking after the Fairy path need this book, and will gain much from it. ~ Segomâros Widugeni, author of Ancient Fire an Introduction to Gaulish Polytheism

"An absolutely fascinating read and deep delve into the folklore of the Fairy Queens of Ireland and Scotland. Expertly researched and documented, Daimler clearly writes from a position not only rooted in solid academic study of the subject, but also a rich experiential perspective. Beyond the folkloric aspect, Daimler also offers inspired guided meditations and hands-on ways to work with the various Fairy Queens through honoring each according to their specifics. A must read for anyone interested in working with the Good Neighbors". ~ Danielle Blackwood, author of The Twelve faces of the Goddess: Transform Your Life with Astrology, Magick and the Sacred Feminine

If I was a complete beginner at working with the Fairies, and I discovered this book on the Fairy Queens, it would be an absolutely wonderful place to start. Don't be fooled, however, by the short-and-sweet length of this book. Morgan has packed every micro-inch with seemingly unending depth! And yet, here I was, reading along, easily accessing the material; able to immediately apply the lore-sourced recommended approach, demeanor, and excellent meditations. The deep-dive fairy folklore is absent from nearly all beginner books, and yet presented as joyous and interesting rather than academic and dry. It feels like Morgan is literally your cheerleader, all the while imparting a proper level of precaution that together creates a spark of inspiration and a deep well of confidence to meet your fairy guide, then to meet the majestic queens of the fairy realm! I regard Morgan, not lightly, as THE fairy expert of choice for the 21st century, and because of that, this book is quite fitting for even those advanced in this work. Well-done Morgan! ~ Lisa Allen (Calantirniel), author of the Moon Sign Book, Herbal Almanac, Magical Almanac and Witches' Companion, co-Founder of ElvenSpirituality.com

Morgan has created a guide filled with practical information and personal insights to help both the curious scholar and the dedicated spiritual student. Her information is presented in an engaging style for easy reading, and yet contains well-researched, intriguing details. I highly recommend her books, and this book in particular, for those interested in learning more about Celtic spirituality and history. ~ Christy Nicholas, author of The Druid’s Brooch Series

Morgan Daimler’s Fairy Queens is succinct introduction to these fairy monarchs. Packed with historical evidence and personal experiences, this book is the perfect stepping stone for anyone seeking to forge a deeper relationship with these enigmatic figures. ~ Nicholas Pearson, author of Stones of the Goddess and The Seven Archetypal Stones

Daimler has taken some of the most interesting figures throughout fairy-lore and given them front and center space in the pagan community. This book gives a concise introduction to some of the most fierce members of the Fair Folk and gives the reader not only historical but also practical magical knowledge on each of these Queens. Daimler has a way with combing academia with modern spiritual experiences in a way that allows the reader to form their own well-rounded experience of these figures. This book is informative, practical, and a fantastic glimpse into the upper echelon of the Good Neighbors. ~ Aaron Oberon, author of Southern Cunning: Folkloric Witchcraft in the American South

If you are interested in connecting with the Queens of Faerie, this book is for you! Morgan gives thoughtful, hands-on techniques on working with The Good Folk, in an easy-to-read, conversational style. An absolute MUST HAVE for all those interested in learning about Faerie and connecting, on a deeper level, with the Faerie Queens! I love this book! ~ Michelle Skye, high priestess of the craft, women's empowerment facilitator, author of Goddess Alive!, Goddess Afoot!, and Goddess Aloud!

In the latest book in the Pagan Portals series, Fairy Queens by Morgan Daimler, Morgan has created an incredible resource on not only the personalities of the different courts, but details for working with, journeying to and developing a personal working relationship with them while maintaining respectful boundaries. It’s a must have for best practices of anyone seeking out the Good Neighbors. ~ Amy Blackthorn, author of Blackthorn’s Botanical Magic, and Creator of Blackthorn Hoodoo Blends