Today I am delighted to post my review of Balroop Singh’s new book of poetry called Emerging from Shadows. The author provided me with an electronic version of this book which I freely chose to review.
My review
“Beneath that beauty lie broken dreams
Beneath that smile recline unspoken words
That gentle caress hides frozen fallacy
Feigning to hold forlorn finesse.”
These delightful words are the opening stanza of the first poem, entitled When Darkness Deepens, that feature in Balroop Singh’s new book of poetry.
Each poem featured in the book comprises of beautifully constructed phrases which together tell a story. Some of the poems are sad and some are happy, all are filled with mystery and delight.
My interpretations of three of Balroop’s poems are as follows:
The poem Emerging from Shadows encourages the reader to be brave and rise up above obstacles in your path, grasping at life and making the best of it.
Why I walked away …. teaches the reader how to turn your back on negativity and sadness and how to break free from the shackles of unhappy past events. It is a joyous poem of a search for liberation.
Outside and inside – a tale of that illustrates that settling for the deception of second best and the sanctuary of the easily attained leads to perpetual self doubt and anxiety.
Each poem in this book is a voyage of self discovery. I really enjoyed this book of poetry and my rating on Amazon is four stars.
What Amazon says
From darkness into light, from despair onto the wider ways of hope…life oscillates between sunshine and shadows. Emerging from shadows is a choice, which lies dormant, which can be gently inspired by self-talk. Each poem in this book banks on the hope of emerging stronger, saner, positive and resilient. Each poem in this book would talk to you, revealing layers of enclosed emotions. Each poem would divulge a secret path that could lead you into the world of poise and serenity.
When turbulences hit, when shadows of life darken, when they come like unseen robbers, with muffled exterior, when they threaten to shatter your dreams, it is better to break free rather than get sucked by the vortex of emotions.
About Balroop Singh
Balroop Singh, a former teacher, an educationalist, a blogger, a poet and an author always had a passion for writing. The world of her imagination has a queer connection with realism. She could envision the images of her own poetry while teaching the poems. Her dreams saw the light of the day when she published her first book: ‘Sublime Shadows Of Life.’ She has always lived through her heart. She is a great nature lover; she loves to watch birds flying home. The sunsets allure her with their varied hues that they lend to the sky. She can spend endless hours listening to the rustling leaves and the sound of waterfalls. She lives in Danville, California. You can visit her at http://balroop2013.wordpress.com.
Purchase Emerging from Shadows
Follow the link to purchase Balroop’s new book on Amazon.
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Thank you for sharing, Michael.
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Thanks for the reblog Michael.
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A wonderful review x
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Thank you, Shey. Balroop writes beautiful poetry.
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I am glad you like the review Shey, Robbie is extremely good at weaving the words! 🙂
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I love the title of this and poetry is a favourite of mine. Thanks for reviewing. 🙂
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Thank you, Marje. Balroop’s poetry is delightful.
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Thanks Marje…I hope you like the poems too. 🙂
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Beautiful
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Thank you, Yassy!
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Thanks for reading Yassy and sharing your view.
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Thanks for sharing this lovely review, Robbie! 🙂
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It is my pleasure, Natalie. There are some beautiful poems in Balroop’s book.
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Thank you Natalie, I am sure you would like the poems. 🙂
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Hello Robbie! Wow, if that first stanza is any indication of what we are to expect, I’m very intrigued. I love that you included your interpretation of some of the poems. Balroop’s book reads to be beautiful and inspirational. Thanks for the review!
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Thank you for reading and commenting, Vashti. A beautiful book with some really lovely descriptive stanza’s and lots of deep meaning.
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Thank you Vashti for your kind words. Inspiring, yes as I felt so while writing. 🙂 Getting inspired by my own words… ‘saying soothing syllables to myself’…I do that quite often.
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I am extremely grateful to you dear Robbie for this wonderful review of my latest book. I like the way you have picked up three poems to highlight their theme. Each poem talks about some aspect of the mysteries of life, which we try to solve in our own ways yet the emotions seem similar.
Many thanks for being the first to post the review. Time zone seems to have beaten me in catching up. 🙂
Love and hugs.
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Hi Balroop, I am so pleased you like the review. I loved your poems. I put the review on Amazon too. All the very best with this new book.
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Thanks dear friend, you are so supportive! 🙂
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Congratulations on a wonderful review! 🙂
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It is easy to write reviews for lovely books. Thanks for reading Bette.
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Your so right, Robbie! I’m looking forward to reading it. 🙂
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Thanks Bette, a poet in you would surely like it. 🙂
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Wonderful review, Robbie – I should make more time to read poetry.
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Thanks Teri…poetry is like music, soothing for the soul and stress buster. 🙂
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Thank you, Teri. It makes a lovely change from other kinds of books.
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She is a beautiful writer! So glad to see she has a book out now ☺
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Thanks for your kind words Sumyanna, I am humbled by them as they come from a discerning poet! 🙂
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Thank you, Sumyanna. Balroop does write beautifully.
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I’m so delighted to read this review, Robbie and Balroop. I have ordered the book and very much look forward to reading this lovely poetry 💕
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Thank you Tina! I am looking forward to your views after you have read it. Happy reading 🙂
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That is wonderful, Tina. You will love it.
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First review is always exciting and here it is! Robbie has read ‘Emerging From Shadows’ and has shared her views about my latest poetry book.
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I am delighted that you have shared this review, Balroop.
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I think the last time I read a book of poetry was when I was at university. Great review Robbie
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I do like to read poetry, Tandy. I find it lovely and relaxing. A change from my usual reads and daily life.
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Yes, poetry calms our nerves. I love to read it again and again. 🙂
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Check out this review of the book, Emerging From Shadows, by Balroop Singh, as featured on Robbie’s Inspiration blog
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Thank you for sharing this review, Don.
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You’re welcome
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Thanks for the share Don, so kind of you!
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Wonderful review and well deserved as Balroop writes with such depth and emotion..light and dark.
I am getting this book as soon as I get back from holiday.
miriam
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Thank you, I am sure Balroop will be delighted.
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Miriam, I am looking forward to your view after you read this book. Thanks for your beautiful words of encouragement. 🙂
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What a fabulous review! No doubt Balroop’s newest book is a beautiful read. 🙂
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Thank you, Debby. Some of the poems are really amazing. I prefer the happier ones, due to my own nature, but they are all beautifully written.
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Robbie and Balroop, this was a marvelous introduction to Balroop’s poetry. I can’t wait to read this book. ❤
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Thank you, Colleen. I am sure you will enjoy this book.
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It looks marvelous. ❤
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Excellent review, Robbie!
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Thank you, Diana. It is easy to review lovely books.
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I agree. It’s fun to gush a little.
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Lovely blog “Feigning to hold forlorn finesse.” 😊
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Thank you.
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