Review: A wonderful debut
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 01 31, 2013
I have to start by saying I don't read much poetry, but I really liked this collection. It's a quick read, but these are the types of poems that you can read again and again. Many of the poems are very brief, only a few lines, but somehow the author has managed to say so much in a few words. There are four sections to the book, Chaos, Nordic, Darkness, and Joy. Each section contains a selection of verse relating to the theme. Helle Gade writes with passion whether she is writing about something that is disturbing or a happier subject. My particular favourite is 'Watching'; a poignant poem. I also like the poetry inspired by Norse mythology. 'Thunder & Mischief' has a wonderful nostalgic feel to it. Helle Gade's poems seem to have been effortlessly written and like a true poet her verse seems to be utterly personal and tells the story of her life. There are poems of pain, regret, fear, love, and everything in between, in this collection.