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Sworn to secrecy

I listen to his steps on the stairs

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Comment from jppoet
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Jen, while this subject may not be a favorite of mine, I applaud your achievement in rising to the challenge of a 2 2 2 2 9 9, structure. Blessings, john

 Comment Written 31-Jan-2018


reply by the author on 31-Jan-2018
    Many thanks John. Much appreciated.
Comment from emereaux
Exceptional
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Very relevant. Precise words, no ambivalence. Your writing has a gravitas and impact. Great entry for this contest. Your illustration as well. Best of luck!

 Comment Written 31-Jan-2018


reply by the author on 31-Jan-2018
    Thanks again for your wonderful words and stars. I truly appreciate it.
Comment from lyenochka
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Very well done tyburn. This format is difficult to do because often it sounds a bit stilted because the enforced positions of the adjectives. But this one reads very smoothly!

 Comment Written 31-Jan-2018


reply by the author on 31-Jan-2018
    Thank you so much
Comment from Gert sherwood
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Hello author
Excellent described words of how one feel about been abused and day by day the horrible thought of HATE
Gert

 Comment Written 30-Jan-2018


reply by the author on 30-Jan-2018
    Many thanks Gert. Your comments are much appreciated.
reply by Gert sherwood on 30-Jan-2018
    You are welcome
    Gert
Comment from Sharon Haiste
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I think this is a good entry for the 'Tyburn Poetry' writing prompt.
Well written and a clear and sad message told.
You don't use your four rhyming words in the last two lines though. You may want to look at it again.
Well done and good luck to you with the competition.
Sharon

 Comment Written 29-Jan-2018


reply by the author on 29-Jan-2018
    Hi Sharon. Thanks for that . I have changed it. It is the first time I've attempted a Tyburn and hadn't read the rules properly.
reply by Sharon Haiste on 29-Jan-2018
    Better, but still not quite right.
    Your first four lines need to be single, two syllable words.
    Also, your last two lines are missing one syllable each.
    You're getting it though.
    Sharon
reply by the author on 29-Jan-2018
    O.K? I really appreciate your help. Love Jen.
Comment from Teri7
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This is a very well written Tyburn poem you have penned for the prompt. You used very good descriptive wording and great imagery. It made me think of someone that was sitting waiting for the abuser to climb up the steps after them. Great job! Blessings, Teri

 Comment Written 29-Jan-2018


reply by the author on 29-Jan-2018
    Many thanks.
Comment from James H. Oldfield
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Very good, and very powerful poetry.

In line two, had you meant 'disused' (no longer used), or 'misused' (used in the wrong way/for the wrong purpose)?

An excellent entry, and all the best in the contest.

Take care.

-James

 Comment Written 29-Jan-2018


reply by the author on 29-Jan-2018
    Thank you so much for your help. I'll change it.
Comment from Alcreator Litt Dear
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This speaks, she being abused, confused, shakes and goes sleepless nights with fear and dread feelings, well said, well done; good luck to you with the contest. Keep writing. DR ALCREATOR

 Comment Written 29-Jan-2018


reply by the author on 29-Jan-2018
    Thanks for your comments.
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
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This is a chilling write about domestic abuse and the fear instilled in someone who fears their footsteps and the pain they cause. Many feel trapped by it and it only takes one step to break free, a poignant write and I wish you luck with the contest, love Dolly x

 Comment Written 29-Jan-2018


reply by the author on 29-Jan-2018
    Thanks Dolly. J x