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Reviewed in Japan on January 30, 2024

The richness of Eclectic Verses by Radhika Puttige is in the depth of emotions you’ll
encounter between the covers of this book. You might choose to read this short poetry
book from start to finish in one go as could be achieved even by a slow reader like
myself, but I assure you that if you ‘listen’ with your heart you will go back to the start
and read slower a second time.

There’s a generous serving of good poetry in this collection—a variety of topics that
one doesn’t even recognize exists in our world. To have so many within such a short
collection is stellar. There are no superfluous words here! And your heart will expand
after each reading—I assure you: that’s what happened to me.

I loved all the introductory remarks at the start of the different sections. I nodded
along. I also marveled at how the author wrote eloquently to the theme of the
different sections.

That this author is a woman is a perspective that added so much to the prolific lines
penned. A quill kaleidoscopic, indeed!

The poem, “I Am A Curse” felt like a kick on my womb.

Whatever makes us blind to the plight of humans being born female?!
Why, I ask—why! I will never forget THIS poem.

They are worth rereading—each will reward you and linger upon your soul long.

I’m so happy for my digital purchase of this collection. It has touched me so much
that now I’m of the mind to purchase the printed version as well. Does that mean
I can review it twice? I want to try.

Thanks for writing and sharing Eclectic Verses, Author Radhika Puttige. Poetry
like this can change the world for the better. That is my hope.

Concise highlighted sections quoted from the book:

Published by Notion Press 2020 Copyright © Radhika Puttige 2020 All Rights Reserved.
Always on the run, life today is fast-paced. Mired in its humdrum, we often forget
to celebrate the tiny moments, which just pass on. Before one realises, a lifetime
goes by.
poems in this book, unveil a cauldron of my thoughts, musings, and a potpourri
of emotions inspired by everyday life, people, books and experiences.
The tapestry of 125 short poems and haiku, are woven together with threads of
multitude colour.
Waiting In the game of life, we often find ourselves waiting….
Life is a constant wait for things sometimes long, sometimes short. One just
needs to enjoy the wait!

I Am A Curse

My soul scavenges for memories/into the past, scouring/for moments/of smiles and
happiness.

Alas, only to meet a murky wal/ of gloom and darkness/bias and prejudice/abuse and
scorn/burden and guilt/hunger and loneliness/pain and sorrow.

My delicate hands forced/into labour/books and toys being/only a fantasy./The hollow
love, tyrant family/leave me bereft of emotions./The wedding celebrations/shatter my
tender dreams.

For, tonight I shall be crushed/abused and crumpled.

Silently, wiping the/bloodstained tears/stifling the screams/hiding the blackened
body/a lifeless muted me,/will mourn and lament/my birth as a girl.

My body breathes/but my soul is buried deep.//

Thanks for reading.
I hope this review has piqued your interest
in Eclectic Verses.

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This Post Has 14 Comments

Reena Saxena February 5, 2024 Reply

You piqued my curiosity 😊
1. Selma Martin February 5, 2024 Reply
  
  I’m glad to hear this, Reena. The book is so deserving. Hope it gets it. Xoxo
  Author Radhika seems to be taking a blogging break. Hope she’s surprised to see her book take flight while she wasn’t looking. I like imagining that.
  Blessings, friend.
  1. Reena Saxena February 5, 2024 Reply
    
    I’ve taken a sample in Kindle. Will buy the book after checking it out
beth February 5, 2024 Reply

Yay!
1. Selma Martin February 5, 2024 Reply
  
  Yay 🎉 let’s bring out the confetti
Cindy Georgakas February 5, 2024 Reply

Wonderful, Selma💕
1. Selma Martin February 5, 2024 Reply
  
  Confetti time. Yay!
Miriam Hurdle February 5, 2024 Reply

Fabulous review, Selma! <3
1. Selma Martin February 5, 2024 Reply
  
  Thanks, Miriam. This is another wonderful book. Thanks for reading and commenting. Blessings.
  1. Selma Martin February 5, 2024 Reply
    
    Thanks, Raj.
  2. Miriam Hurdle February 6, 2024 Reply
    
    I can tell by your review, Selma.
rajkkhoja February 5, 2024 Reply

The great reviews Selma!
1. Selma Martin February 5, 2024 Reply
  
  🤗
Maria Michaela February 6, 2024 Reply

Ooohhh love this. And look, a ladybug 🐞