5/5 Stars ‘Genuine, Unforgettable, and Truly Remarkable’

Thank you very much for writing reviews of Where the Butterflies Go. I don’t really know quite what to say – this book has been out for four years, and people are now finally discovering it – I’m overwhelmed, and oh so grateful to you all. Please do look at my other collections, Leap and Carry On Dancing, if you find yourself drawn to my work. Where the Butterflies Go was my first collection, and while I remain proud of the work, I believe I have grown much as a writer since it came out in 2008. Plus, the other two collections contain photographs!
 
Happy Canada Day to all my Canadian readers!  Love to all,
Heather
5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliantly captivating!!,June 29, 2012

This work of collected poems by Heather Grace Stewart is original and truly unique, that digs deep within your soul and touches your heart. The writing is beautifully mesmerizing and captures the essence of life, from youth to adulthood. I was touched and moved by how I could relate and empathize with what the writer was trying to say, that connected to my own life and self in such an analogous way. I found them emotive as I connected to them, being deeply touched by an author whose observations on life are spot on. They painted an honest, clear picture of growing up with a touch of added femininity that is memorable and poignant. These poems seem to speak for themselves and take on an entire new deeper meaning, as you relive life surrounding you with the past, present and future before you. The sections pain, growth and family were well thought out and introduced you to each different phase within life, with fluidity that made you want to read on. Each poem tells a different story, presenting to the reader a new message that is thought-provoking to the core and which you ultimately identify with. Each poem is truth-drawing, showing the world as it is in vivid color with nothing glossed over but left bare for you to explore. This has to be the most wonderful anthology of poetry that I have ever been fortunate enough to have read; hence I cannot enthuse enough to all those readers who as yet have not discovered Heather Grace Stewarts work. It is atmospheric, genuine, unforgettable and truly remarkable by an accomplished and skilled writer who has something to tell. I could feel what the writer was feeling through each word, which was carefully chosen to express those emotions and thoughts that were happening. Every poem was brought to life with imagery and description that was so precise and defined; all down to the meticulous effort that was apparent by the writer. This collection of poems is highly readable, enjoyable with underlying poignant messages.

“5/5 stars: I didn’t think I would enjoy it. I was wrong.”

5.0 out of 5 stars An Emotional Collection, June 28, 2012
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This review is from: Where the Butterflies Go (Kindle Edition)

I’ll start by saying that I’ve never read a full collection of poetry, and the only poetry I’ve enjoyed were a few raunchy works by Charles Bukowski. I bought the collection and began reading the first few works with skepticism. I honestly didn’t think I would enjoy it. I was wrong. From the first work, Lady, a haunting poem about Lady Diana, to the last, Rewind, an affirmation of life, I found myself moved.

The collection starts with some works about social justice and the wrongs of the world we live in. Some, like Just Visiting, struck at my emotions and made me feel terrible for someone I don’t know. But that is the author’s gift, she can cause a stir of emotion in a few words. In Somewhere Between Two and Five, a poem about children, a huge smile came to my face when I read, “We even played games of… if you show me yours…I’ll show you mine…with no strings attached.” Again, a lot of emotion, only this time it was light and fun.

As the collection continues the works evolve toward marriage, family, and children. Again, the poet puts into words the emotion many of us have felt during that phase of life. 12 Months to go: Bad Advice on Marriage, was a very funny work. So was The Truth About Marriage, where she compares pop culture to real life.

I’d recommend this collection to anyone who enjoys thinking about what they have read long after you put your Kindle down. To me, that’s the definition of a 5 star book.

My favorite poem- The Pilot. Buy the book, you’ll see why.

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