Poetic Surrender
by Molly McTernan
Book Review by Jubilee Anderson
Normally, I review fiction books, but I think this book is worth putting here.
Poetic Surrender is a faith-based collection of poetry by Molly McTernan. It includes themes of faith (obviously), friendship, and everyday life.
I was recommended this book for a long time. I kept hearing about it, seeing the cover, and reading Molly’s poetry on her website. Finally, I bought it. I read it at least twice on the first day.
So many of the poems connected with me. I felt like Molly had experienced some of the same things as me — love of books and writing, loneliness, life with family and siblings. My favorite poems are “Who I Write For,” “I Want a Friend,” and “Bluebird.” She has room to grow as a poetry writer, but it’s the themes that really connect to me. God is using this book for good! It has fully earned 4.5 stars.
Poetic Surrender was an encouragement in faith. A reminder. A reminder to love, to write for God, to be thankful, to see the small moments in life. Like the bluebird on my windowsill. Or the color red. Or the sound of the violin. I did not regret a penny of what I spent!
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