I was delighted to have Harmony Kent as my guest earlier this month to talk about her latest collection of poems. If you miss that post, click here. Today, I’m sharing my review of this delightful collection of poems.
Blurb
Life & Soul is the second book in the Soul Poetry Series by acclaimed author Harmony Kent.
This beautiful collection of over fifty poems will take the reader through the highs and lows of everyday life via contemporary poetry in a range of styles and themes. Within these pages, you will find reflections on the Lonely Soul, the Seeking Soul, Brief Soul, Friendly Soul, and the Loving Soul—states of mind and living and longing we each experience over the course of a life.
Life & Soul offers something for lovers of poetry from all walks of life.
My Review
Life & Soul is a collection of poems divided into six sections—Lonely Soul, Seeking Soul, Brief Soul, Friendly Soul, Loving Soul, and culminating with The Life of a Soul.
The author’s feelings are laid bare, and although she has been through some traumatic events in life, she didn’t allow those things to keep her down.
As with most collections, I had favorites. Wild and Free serves as a reminder that we should not be quick to judge others or attempt to mold someone into what we believe they should be.
I’m not the prettiest flower in the field
But neither am I a weed
Take the time to watch me bloom
Don’t cut my stem and moan when I fade too soon
Far better that you leave me be
Dancing in the breeze, wild and free
True Friend gives the meaning of true friendship in thirty-one short words.
friendship
does not measure
nor count the give and take
of offering, asking, sharing
of life
ever loyal, honest, and true
I’ll always be around
to share the ups
and downs
A bit of the author’s humor shines through in This Ain’t Kansas. Part six, The Life of a Soul, is a journey into Kent’s life.
The poems are short and easy to read but speak volumes. Many readers can relate to one or more of them.
I don’t read a lot of poetry, but this book moved me. An easy five stars.
41 Responses
I don’t read a lot of poetry either, but based on your review, I’ll be checking out Harmony’s book. Wishing her all the best! Thanks for sharing, Joan.
That’s fantastic! Maybe we’ll lure you into poetry yet!? 😉 Thanks, Jill. Hugs, Harmony 💕🙂
I think you would enjoy it, Jill!
All the best to Harmony on the release of her new book! Sharing to help spread the word.
I appreciate the best wishes and sharing! Thanks, Liz 💕🙂
You’re welcome, Harmony!
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Thank you so much, Liz!
You’re welcome, Joan!
Joan, thanks so very much for your lovely review. I’m doing my happy dance 💃 ! Huge smiles this morning. Hugs 💕🙂
You’re most welcome, Harmony. I very much enjoyed reading the poems.
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I really enjoyed this body of work, too. Excellent review, Joan. All the best to Harmony.
I’m so thrilled. Finally over my book-release nerves! Thanks, Staci. Hugs 💕🙂
Thanks so much, Staci.
A wonderful review, Joan! I too enjoyed this book and highly recommend it to everyone, whether or not they are lovers of poetry. So much raw honest emotion is expressed! Congrats, Harmony!
Oh, Jan, thanks so much for your wonderful words. You warm my heart. Hugs 💕🙂
She did a wonderful job at expressing emotions. Thanks, Jan.
I have ordered her book. Harmony is a talented and gifted writer so I am anxious to read this newest release. Thank you for hosting her today, Joan.
That is so incredibly lovely of you to say, Karen. Thank you from my heart for your support and encouragement. I’m thrilled you’ve ordered a copy and wish you happy reading! Hugs 💕🙂
You are welcome, Karen. I really enjoyed this collection.
Thank you, Joan, for sharing your lovely review. Like you, I really enjoyed the collection. My heartfelt congratulations to Harmony. 💗
Thanks so much, Gwen, for your lovely words and support. I’m thrilled you enjoyed the collection! Hugs 💕🙂
Thanks for adding your thoughts about the book, Gwen.
An excellent review of Harmony’s latest, Joan. I loved the poems in this as well. She has another winner on her hands!
That she does, Mae. Thanks for stopping by today.
Thanks so much, Mae! That means such a lot. Hugs 💕🙂
An outstanding Review of Harmony’s book, Joan. Congratulations to Harmony.
Thank you so much, John. Harmony deserves praise for this one.
Yes she does.
Thanks for all your support and encouragement, John. Much appreciated. Hugs 💕🙂
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Nice to see Harmony’s books getting such wonderful reviews today – congrats to her!
It’s a great collection of poetry, Teri!
Thanks so much, Teri. I’m finally getting over my new-release nerves now, lols 😁 💕🙂
Good review! I read Harmony’s collection, and it was five stars for me, too!
I really enjoyed this one, Priscillia. Thanks for adding your recommendation.
That’s fantastic! Doing my happy dance 💃 at your words. Thanks so much, Priscilla. Hugs 💕🙂
A wonderful review, Joan. Both of the poems you shared were indeed memorable. I also thoroughly enjoyed Harmony’s collection. She certainly does bare her soul. Congrats to Harmony on another winning review. 🙂 <3
She does at that, Diana. It was hard to pick a favorite, but those two really stood out to me.
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