“To describe this book as comprehensive would be an understatement with regard to its breadth and the lengths that the author went to in researching this fascinating subject. Love and money are probably the two primary areas in relation to divination and magical requests since the dawn of civilization, and that still holds true today. This book deals solely with the former of those obsessions and specifically with the use of potions in the realm of love. It covers methodology extensively and, more importantly, the ethical considerations as well as the history and techniques involved in the creation and application of love magic. Included in this are more than eighty pages of detailed information on botanical and fungal ingredients, with additional sections on minerals and animal ingredients, solvents, and distillations. If you have an interest in studying this area of magic, Love Philtres is definitely a must-have volume.” * Luke Eastwood, author of A Path Through the Forest, The Druid Garden, and Samhain *
“Original, fascinating, informative, thought-provoking, Love Philtres by the modern Druid, Jon G. Hughes, is an ideal and unreservedly recommended addition to personal, professional, community, coven, and college/university library Magick & Metaphysical Studies collections.” * James A. Cox, Midwest Book Review *
“… Love Philtres is a fascinating exploration of the history and evolution of magic by researching love magic, certainly one of the oldest reasons humans have ever practiced. Despite the use of the word ‘philtres’ in the title, Hughes discusses physical charms, spells, rituals, and yes, potions. I would be remiss if I didn’t make you aware that the author does offer up the philosophical discussion on the ethics of love magic, from ancient and modern perspectives. Love Philtres is a scholarly, and practical guide for anyone interested in magic, regardless of type.” * The Magical Buffet *

Jon G. Hughes, author of Sexual Practices of the Druids, is from a lineage of Druids that has been practicing for five generations in a remote area of Wales. He is now teaching the tradition at his home in western Ireland and gives workshops and seminars throughout Europe under his Welsh name, Cynon. Also the author of Living Wands of the Druids and Witches, Druids, and Sin Eaters, he is the director of the Irish Centre for Druidic Practices.

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