4.5 stars This book was a joy to read. The writing style is quite conversational and friendly to the reader. The construction of the book is also delightful. Well bound, properly length ribbon, beautifully marbled boards. My only gripes are hardly even complaints. 1. It was such breeze read that I shot though it in about 3 sittings. It was just that enjoyable. 2. I was hoping for a bit more. Not at all the fault of Denis, but that it left me hungry. Hidden Pathways is a delight to read and is an essential book for those being to learn about occult practices.