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Book Review: Ever So Gently – A Collection of Poetry

Posted: November 25, 2023 | Author: | Filed under: Book Review, Books, Poetry, Review | Tags: , , , , , |22 Comments
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About the Book

In Ever So Gently, Lauren Scott shares her strong link to nature, taking the reader on a tranquil walk through a redwood grove. You’ll find an invitation to sit quietly on a patio, captivated by the simple beauty of a hummingbird. She’ll entice you to revel on the shore of a freshwater lake, mesmerized by its stunning beauty.

Scott shares how love has shaped her life. From that first delicious kiss to celebrating decades of marriage through a love that deepens over time. How her heart melted when she became a mom, then ached when her children started their adult lives across country. And how her adorable canine companions found their way into her heart.

Scott underscores how life presents mysteries we struggle to solve. We can’t help but ponder the deeper meaning of a simple vision. She prompts you to reminisce and reflect on your past, present, and future. Through the ups and downs. what matters most is to love and live ever so gently.

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My Review

For me, poetry is best enjoyed in print, where I can hold the book in my hands and leaf through the pages, taking in each poem in small doses, and revisting those poems which have sparked further thought in my mind. So, I was tickled to receive a print copy of Ever So Gently: A Collection of Poetry from author Lauren Scott. In this delightful collection, we hear the author’s confident approach to life, feel her inner appreciation of the natural world arond her, and gain insight into value of connection with the people she loves and cares about.

Poetry is so personal, offering a window into the author’s soul, and Ever So Gently does this beautifully. Many of the poems contained within resonated with me on a personal level. As a both nature and animal lover, the vivid images of the cautiously flitting hummingbird, a garden renewed, and beloved pets helped me to feel the moments described within each, as if witnessing or experiencing them.

Messages from the Sea

listen intently

inhale, exhale, feel the calm

your soul will tank you

secrets ride the waves

ebbing, flowing in turquoise

we are not privy

whispers in the surf

ambiguous to discern

relish in their song

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For Lauren Scott, nature is soothing, healing. I can relate with that as nature is also where I go for solace.

Chilling Embrace

I have been embraced

by the chilling presence

of lonliness.

I have wondered where the niche

designed for me exists in this world

in which my breaths originate.

I have waited for the glow

to emerge behind the shadows.

But when I take that soft step

into the splendor of nature,

listen to the treeswhisper their sagacity,

feel the flowing rivers move my pain,

creating vast distance between it and me,

I have been revived by the compassion

that nature offers so unselfishly.

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But my very favorites were the poems in which she expressed her love of the written word, a love that I share, so can relate well with.

Books

Stories, poetry

Compelling, transporting, entertaining

Turning pages is exciting

Paperbacks

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But my true favorite is the poem that shares the title the book is so aptly named for. In it I see clearly the author’s positive, grounded attitude toward life. A wonderful outlook, to be sure.

Ever So Gently

Sometimes we get lost

in our thoughts…

losing focus of the stars

lighting up the night sky.

We tumble too deeply

into the frontal lobe,

allowing negative thoghts

to awaken, to throw a tantrum.

Remember, the breeze carries

burdens down river

and across oceans,

majestic trees sway with joy,

sheltering from shadows,

and the light shines even if only

a slight glimmer slips through.

Its glow will grow ever so gently

into a bright beacon of hope

rising with the golden sun

bringing clarity to our vision.

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With her uplifting poetic verse Lauren Scott basks in the earth’s beauty, cherishes loved ones, ponders life’s mysteries. Highly recommended. I give Ever So Gently five quills.

Five circles with WordCrafter quill logo in each one.

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Kaye Lynne Booth does honest book reviews on Writing to be Read in exchange for ARCs. Have a book you’d like reviewed? You can request a review here.

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22 Comments on “Book Review: Ever So Gently – A Collection of Poetry”

  1. Lauren Scott, Author's avatar Baydreamer - Lauren Scott says:
    November 25, 2023 at 6:45 am

    Reading your review is a wonderful way to start my Saturday, Kaye! I am delighted to know your takeaway from Ever So Gently, and to learn the poems that touched you the most. I felt that we had mutual interests after reading your lovely collection. Thank you so much for this beautiful review. I truly appreciate it and I’m grateful that you loved this collection. ❤️

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  2. Gwen M. Plano's avatar Gwen M. Plano says:
    November 25, 2023 at 1:33 pm

    Beautiful verses. ❤️ Thank you for featuring Lauren’s collection, Kaye. And, my sincere congratulations to Lauren. Bravo!

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  3. Resa's avatar Resa says:
    November 26, 2023 at 3:31 pm

    This is a wonderful review, of one of the most cherishable books of poetry I’ve ever read.
    I enjoyed your selection of poems…perfect. Thank you, Kaye!
    Congrats on this fab review, Lauren!

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  4. robertawrites235681907's avatar robertawrites235681907 says:
    December 1, 2023 at 6:58 am

    Hi Kaye, this is a wonderful review of a poetry collection I also enjoyed.

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  5. Angela's avatar Angela says:
    May 18, 2025 at 11:45 pm

    Hello! Thank you for this beautifully written review of Ever So Gently. Your reflections on Lauren Scott’s poetry collection eloquently capture the essence of her work—highlighting the profound connection between nature, love, and introspection. I appreciate how you emphasized the soothing and healing qualities of her poems, as well as the vivid imagery that brings each piece to life. Your insights offer a compelling invitation for readers to explore this collection. Wishing you continued success in sharing such thoughtful literary critiques! 😊
    You may also check my website about my poems!

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