I absolutely love reading poetry, so was excited to read Ana Dee's debut book, Untouched: A Poetry Collection did not disappoint.
Dee's genuineness is evident as she explores the depths of love and its various sides with expressive insight. She fearlessly explores the messy, raw emotions associated with love, offering a powerful and authentic portrayal of human connection. Through vivid language and imagery, Dee creates a landscape that was captivating.
There is a stark simplicity in the delivery of these short pieces, as though each one is a prayer, an offering, an apology, or the summary of one night of complex emotions. Some poems are pleading for another chance, others are confident reflections on chapters best closed, and then there are those which feel like interrogations of love itself—broken, frustrated, confused, or enthralled in its grasp.
Pieces like "Out of Reach" and "Alert" may only be a few lines in length, but readers will find themselves savoring each word, spelunking for the poet's intensity, and then sitting back with an exhalation of empathy.
Irene Roth
The longer works are just as breathless, imbued with tension and thought-provoking last lines. For anyone whose life has been touched or tainted by the fickle nature of romantic connection, this heavy but heartfelt book may offer catharsis, and the comfort of knowing you're far from alone.
I highly recommend this book for poetry enthusiasts, lovers of love, those going through a heartbreak, and individuals who are working on personal growth. I'll be eagerly awaiting further work from this writer.
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