Comment from royowen

Excellent

This is an example of a superbly written sonnet. Not only is it a prizewinning contest entry, but it has received a seal of approval too. I have nothing but admiration for your outstanding abilities, well done, blessings Roy

 Comment Written 14-Jun-2023

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reply by the author on 14-Jun-2023

Thank you so much for the superb review, Roy. I am honored.

reply by royowen on 14-Jun-2023

Bless you

Comment from patcelaw

Excellent

This is a very nice sonnet and you have presented it very well. It might've been helpful. Heard you used a bit lighter text color on the background that you chose for people who have difficulty with her vision. Other than that I see no problem with it. Patricia.

 Comment Written 14-Jun-2023

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reply by the author on 14-Jun-2023

Thank you very much.

Comment from karenina

Exceptional

Encore! (Oh wait--this is an encore post!) I have no clue how I could have missed this the first time around... It is an exquisite example of a Spenserian Sonnet (as evidenced by the Seal of Quality you earned!)

The iambic pentameter in this is flawless. What a joy to read aloud and truly "feel" the beat of the words.

Bravo poetess. Six stars is all I have. Still, they are yours!

Karenina

 Comment Written 14-Jun-2023

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reply by the author on 14-Jun-2023

Thank you so much, Karen. I found the painting by a Russian artist Michael Cheval a perfect match for the topic. Look at the expression on her face while he looks so smitten - a typical scenario in the land of unrequited love (lol).

reply by karenina on 14-Jun-2023

Superb. Emotive. Expertly crafted. (Can you tell I loved it?)

Comment from lyenochka

Excellent

Wow! Congratulations on your win and Seal of Quality! Thanks for re-promoting so we could enjoy your beautifully constructed sonnet with such great metaphors of "blinding sun" and "silver lyre"!

 Comment Written 14-Jun-2023

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reply by the author on 14-Jun-2023

Thank you very much for the great review. I found the painting by the Russian artist Michael Cheval "Unrequited Letters" a perfect match for the topic. Look at the expression of her face while he looks so smitten - a typical scenario in a land of unrequited love (smile).

reply by lyenochka on 14-Jun-2023

Great choice of picture!

Comment from barbara.wilkey

Excellent

Thank you for reposting this contest winner with us. I am sorry I missed it the first time around and I can see, after reading, exactly why it won this contest. I am a huge fan of sonnets and loved reading.

 Comment Written 14-Jun-2023

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reply by the author on 14-Jun-2023

Thank you very much. The painting was truly inspiring here.

Comment from Deborah Marie

Exceptional

Congrads. on your win and your many awards. This beautifully is beautifully written. Nice progression, rhythm and flow. Beautifully used descriptive wording and rhyming. Wonderful imagery... God Bless, Deb

 Comment Written 28-Dec-2014

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reply by the author on 30-Dec-2014

Thank you for the exceptional review and the honor of six stars. I am deeply flattered.

Comment from seaglass

Excellent

This sonnet has skillfully captured the language of Shakespeare. It conveys the frustration of a women disappointed by what she trusted to be love. I feel the frustration of women of the time who had little control of their lives.

 Comment Written 27-Nov-2014

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reply by the author on 27-Nov-2014

Thank you for the great of my revival poem.

Comment from acerisestory

Excellent

I've yet to conquer the sonnet, yeltel, but I believe you have, in spades! Thus, there's no surprise that you won the contest.

Your story of unrequited love is beautifully written, and your rhyming is perfection. You've used very nice alliteration (lyre, legacy, love) to promote the flow of your well chosen words. Your artwork is a perfect enhancement to your words.

Thank you for sharing you talent! Take care. Alana

 Comment Written 26-Nov-2014

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reply by the author on 26-Nov-2014

Thank you for the glorious review, so happy you liked it.

Comment from Carole Rosa

Excellent

Yeltel, Oh my goodness, you have so many rewards for this piece of work. I'm honored to be able to read your poem. I just happened upon this lovely presented poem. Congratulations for the contest win. Carole

 Comment Written 26-Nov-2014

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reply by the author on 26-Nov-2014

Thank you so much, dear Carol, for the great review.

Comment from kiwijenny

Excellent

Ooooooi love this...it reminds me of the film The Holiday....unrequited love the walking wounded..the handicapped without a great parking space.
But you say it so deliciously
And sharp the quill that pierced my very depth...I love that line
God bless

 Comment Written 24-Nov-2014

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reply by the author on 24-Nov-2014

Thank you for the great review.