Faraway Tables Poetic Book Tour: Five-Star Review from The Reading Bud

 

The second stop on the Faraway Tables Poetic Book Tour brings a glowing five-star review from The Reading Bud. This thoughtful review dives into the heart of the collection, celebrating its ability to transform the ordinary into the extraordinary.

The review describes Faraway Tables as “an exquisite collection of poems that takes the reader on a heartfelt journey through life’s quiet moments, grand explorations, and poignant reflections.” It highlights the balance between introspection and storytelling, showing how each poem resonates deeply.

Some standout moments from the review include:

• The everyday beauty of “Patience,” which celebrates the ritual of brewing coffee:
  “These beans have traveled across four years,
  across the globe from Indonesia to our home…”

• The intimate musings of “Embracing Hermithood,” reflecting on pandemic-induced isolation.

• “Moments,” which juxtaposes daily life with the joy of cherished memories:
  “How can I pin down moments,
  select them, give them weight,
  anchor those greatest hits…”

The reviewer notes the vivid imagery and emotional depth throughout the collection, calling it “accessible and profound” and likening the experience to “a conversation with a wise and witty friend.”

I’m grateful for this generous review and thrilled to see Faraway Tables resonate with readers. Read the full review here: The Reading Bud.

Stay tuned as the Faraway Tables Poetic Book Tour continues!