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 My Will-O-Wisp Open in new Window. [13+]
Caught up in your fiery glamour! Will I find my way home- or follow you to ... the end?
by Joto-Kai Author Icon
Review of My Will-O-Wisp  Open in new Window.
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Rated: 13+ | (4.5)
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Dear Joto-Kai Author Icon,

I seldom attempt to read and review a poem from this genre, though I should know it well in some respect from childhood. I was prompted and thought I'd give it a try tonight, especially since I'm pushing myself outside of my comfort zone, at least to help me get comfortable and learn as I go.

Beyond wonderful and enticing imagery with beautiful words with the helpful annotations, I find a poem, "My Will-O-Wisp" Open in new Window., that weaves them together in an enchanting journey supplied by metaphor with themes like desire, allure, and danger.

I’m not too well versed and had to use Google, but the poem references mythological figures such as the Will-O-Wisp and the Lorelei, which symbolize deceptive beauty and the perils of enchantment. The use of elements set an environment's tone to give a reader thrill and to also worry, as the speaker is overwhelmed and navigates an attraction to something described as elusive and possibly perilous.

The poem's structure, with staggered lines and ellipses is noted for effect on the read. It mirrors your speaker's disorientation, drawn into that spastic orbit around that mysterious thing. Phrases like "flying astray" and "dizzy head denies / the rules of up / and down" shows to a reader the inner turmoil after being captivated by something that appears unattainable.

Your use of repetition functions with "distant, dancing, electric eyes," as if hypnotic in effect. This emphasized the intensity of this yearning, magnetic desire. The references to fire and flames throughout add visual power to this desire that’s supposedly beautiful but dangerous.

Then, there is the quest for "a golden-flame Nirvana.” This is the moment to capture with something so alluring it has existential consequence, because of this risky pursuit.

The images are brightly illuminated and frankly some of the words and their usage go over my head within that mix; but, there is a beautiful quality coming together with the imagery and the speaker’s emotional pursuit. I think readers of this genre can appreciate the complexities of a poem like this, and thank you for the additional notes to help the read.

Sincerely,

Brian
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