rosepoldark's review against another edition
3.0
I really loved some poems (the ones about marriage and relationships), but some especially the devotional poems were not for me.
sarahcwalton's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
4.25
thelittle_seokmin's review against another edition
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
3.5
annabelle's review against another edition
challenging
reflective
3.5
As with all collections, there were some poems I liked more than others. Most of the poems were contemplative or melancholic, but there were a few that were witty and funny. Overall, I enjoyed the collection as a whole. And even if I didn't love a poem, I could still admire and enjoy Rossetti's craft.
Some of my favorites:
Goblin Market
Spring
My Secret
No, Thank You, John
Bitter for Sweet
A Testimony
Some of my favorites:
Goblin Market
Spring
My Secret
No, Thank You, John
Bitter for Sweet
A Testimony
alexandraidonea's review against another edition
4.0
I was fonder of Rossetti's poems than I expected to be, though the religion-heavy ones I found overbearing. Bought it a few years ago after taking a Victorian lit class and finally read it because I'm studying women in the Pre-Raphaelite movement. Definitely suggest for a pleasant summer read in the park.