This is a robust, rigorous and rich sweep of metaphors for Christian ministry. Lamdin speaks from a pool of trans-denominational ministry and leadership. This tracks wisdom from contrasting sources and comes as part of the growing reservoir of SPCK ministry specialisms, particularly nurturing leadership shape. Although a slim 115 page overview of different kinds of leadership styles, this is a useful aid for the curious and growing soul in resourcing the discernment of what specific emphasis of leadership is most fitting for them. There is a great platform of leadership introductions, with six modes of leadership explored, concluding with a chapter on the weightiness of leadership. An unusual sweep of types of leadership such as monarch, warrior, servant, elder, contemplative and prophet are explored. These are useful if not altogether apt metaphors for inviting personal formation. Lamdin gives emphasis to the British churches tendency towards monarch warrior types with an expiration concern. A breadth and diversity of Ephesians Ch 5 types are surely needed in pastoral leadership roles and this title offers godly wisdom, experienced insight and scholarly research. Worthy of meaningful study time and thoughtful application.