5 Star Review By Realistic Poetry International – Author Joy Elan’s

5 Star Review By Realistic Poetry International – Author Joy Elan’s

 ‘Silence Is Not Always Golden: THE POWER OF SPOKEN WORDS’

 “Bold; written with honesty and love!” - Realistic Poetry International

Author Joy Elan’s impacting ensemble of poetry was an in-depth and intimate account of a woman’s uncensored emotions. She freely releases all of the feelings she has about some of the struggles and challenges she visualizes in the world. Educated, determined, and inspired; her poetry begins by bluntly relaying her thoughts concerning the burden of financial debt derived from higher learning.
We would like to point out one of the poems entitled, ‘Institutional Freedom’; a poem that vividly depicts her emotions towards college and how obtaining a degree has affected her life, ironically, negatively, rather than in a beneficial manner as advertised.

Such an incredibly significant realization inspires a certain controversy surrounding the world of education and college, especially in the media, which questions the very idea that ‘to acquire a degree will guarantee a sure door to opportunity’. And Elan doesn’t sugarcoat her thoughts on this topic when she says;

“I’m a prisoner of an institution
Not the prison system
But institution of higher learning
They got me tied down and bound
I can’t be free
They keep coming after me financially
Even with the degrees.”

In spite of the world-wide idea that a degree grants you access to more success and a focused career, Elan explains a contrary perspective that certainly catches your interest and even spikes some concern, as she compares the term ‘institution’ to that of an institutional prison. Nonetheless, considering Elan’s explanation behind her financial and career vexations, you are able to connect on a social and personal level.

Moving forward, we would like to also note the candid direct approach the Author confidently demonstrated throughout her writing. This courageous element of her personality helped eliminate any possible room for confusion, making each poems meaning easy to interpret and clear to understand. And in this case, understanding is key; as the voice of Elan is surely the centerpiece that vocalizes the acute energy channeled from this outstanding work of poetry!

In like manner, Author Elan speaks out against more social imbalances than just the seemingly corrupt educational institutions she believes to be harboring the pockets of righteous citizens and students. In her poem entitled, ‘No Value’, she goes on to explain her perspective on how the core values of people have been crisscrossed and turned upside down.

In the poem, ‘No Value’, prizes and luxurious possessions that many hard-working citizens strive for everyday such as; quality BMW’s, extravagant beautiful two-storied homes, high-priced designer clothes and jewelry, or fancy technology, through the eyes of Elan, is quickly steeping folks into inescapable debt, thus, adversely impacting the true ‘value’ or worth of anything seemingly ‘owned’ or even rented. We felt this was one of the books strongest poems, emphasizing the importance of true traditional values, in contrary to millennial fleeting trends.

Smoothly transitioning, Elan’s poem entitled, “Door to her Heart”, is an enchanting poem about learning to let your guard down and trust again when stepping into the realm of love. Softly exposing a graceful romantic side of herself, this poem tells the story of a heart that dares to unite, revealing a deep desire to establish a romantic relationship.

To conclude, sensing the Author’s deep appreciation and drive for life, it is easy to understand why she has decided to go against the grain, by breaking the code of silence, avidly voicing her vision of truth, path to peace, leading to victory and freedom. We can be sure that with wisdom as her compass, she will always remain ten steps ahead, evading hazardous snares, while using the power of her words to guide the spirit of others.

Author Joy Elan, this book was an amazing collection that truly defined the word, poetry, speaking volumes for the future; and after reading this book, it is ever-clear to us as to why it has been so difficult for you to find someone to pay you for your worth; for you are truly priceless!
- R P I

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