Petals of Life: A Survivor’s Writings is a collection of poetry written from the viewpoint of an abuse survivor. Though the majority of the pieces are of a personal nature to the author, brought on by something she has experienced, some are not. Mrs. Martin hopes that the reader can be touched by each piece and find an inner serenity and hope in them. As a victim and now survivor of abuse and advocate against it, Mrs. Martin hopes that her words will enlighten a society that has tended to overlook the abused and neglected. Petals of Life: A Survivor’s Writings will make you feel and hopefully take action.
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Review of Petals of Life By: Candice Martin
ISBN# 1-4241-1494-2 Anyone who is serious about poetry, as a writer or reader should have this book. While the technical student of poetry may feel some of the poems are of a simple rhythmatic style, certainly this thought is quickly forgotten once we realize the subject matter. Candice M. Martin gives her all in this vulnerable collection, which portrays what the skill of writing poetry is really all about. This book displays a rare combination of beauty and power. The beauty that lies in the telling of raw and blunt truths. The power to change lives, to shed light on a seldom viewed, but common experience, the experience of victimhood and of recovery. This book is for those who are students of poetry and for those concerned about the subject of abuse. This book gives a voice to women who have been denied a hearing by our culture. Ms. Martin shows uncommon courage in facing that pain, and in allowing the reader to begin to share some understanding of her experience. I recommend this book to all survivors-men and women-and to those who work with survivors of abuse, and to all who share their lives in any way.
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At long last, author Candice M. Martin reveals the pain and suffering that lay hidden in suppression for many years. The depiction of such horror and despicable actions are brought forth in the poet's descriptive writings. Carefully hidden away for many years,the pain finds refuge penned on the pages of the author's recounting. The phrases this reader takes away from this work are as follows: Acceptance is a gentle gift as in The Change. The fear and pain are bound with chains inside the soul as described in Black Bird.Pretend he is not there, Darkness Comes Forth, The Living Hell, Thunder, Lightening,Rain. Inner Secret....all hidden pain. Other secrets bore by the abused are;New Yet Old. Child tossed about in foster care. No one heard or saw the abuse because of their fear to admit it.I could go on. Finally, I received hope through these works; Into God's Arms, Windows and Doors, and The Measurement of Strength. Candice...to me you are not Invisible. The read flowed with impact. Thank you Robert Austin Meacham..author Mind's Diary.
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I got this after talking with a friend, who happens to be the author. This book is great!
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