Review of Love Letters to the Virgin Mary
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Review of Love Letters to the Virgin Mary
[Following is a volunteer review of "Love Letters to the Virgin Mary" by David Richards.]
A unique story, narrated in the first person by the author, with a captivating preface that sparks strong interest in reading the book. I particularly appreciated the references to films, modern situations, and the incorporation of physics concepts into the context. The combination of grammatical and lexical structure with first-person narration fosters an immediate empathy from the reader towards the protagonist's experience. The use of language lends a philosophical tone to the analysis, keeping the concentration high at the beginning. Love, devotion, and feelings are depicted romantically, almost poetically, with continuous references to contemporary culture, not only through dates or social phenomena like the pandemic, but also through citations from modern works such as Marvel and The Lord of the Rings.
Through its pages, readers are guided to rediscover the intrinsic beauty of the human experience and are motivated to embark on their own transformative journey in search of themselves. However, I noticed that some sentences, especially at the beginning of a chapter or letter, are extremely brief, with statements that are then developed in the subsequent sentences. This technique seems to emphasize a concept, but personally, I would prefer a smoother flow and less incisive sentences, so as not to interrupt the reading. I would also reconsider the structure of the paragraphs, as it currently conveys a sense of discomfort for the protagonist, amplified by the multitude of existential questions and the structure of the sentences. The author swiftly addresses a series of topics, alternating first-person narration between two different subjects and situations. This rapid transition creates some confusion that requires a brief pause to realign one's thoughts with the discourse. As mentioned earlier, the narration lacks fluidity, and the style appears confused and disorganized, with abrupt shifts from one character to another and from one time period to another, without adequate transitions. While on one hand, these create empathy with the author's thoughts and feelings; on the other hand, they convey a sense of haste in concluding the reading.
In conclusion, the reading began in a pleasant and engaging manner, posing deep questions about the purpose of life, the nature of time, and the meaning of pursuing one's dreams that led the reader to reflect. However, the experience took a different path because of the chosen syntax and structure.
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Love Letters to the Virgin Mary
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A unique story, narrated in the first person by the author, with a captivating preface that sparks strong interest in reading the book. I particularly appreciated the references to films, modern situations, and the incorporation of physics concepts into the context. The combination of grammatical and lexical structure with first-person narration fosters an immediate empathy from the reader towards the protagonist's experience. The use of language lends a philosophical tone to the analysis, keeping the concentration high at the beginning. Love, devotion, and feelings are depicted romantically, almost poetically, with continuous references to contemporary culture, not only through dates or social phenomena like the pandemic, but also through citations from modern works such as Marvel and The Lord of the Rings.
Through its pages, readers are guided to rediscover the intrinsic beauty of the human experience and are motivated to embark on their own transformative journey in search of themselves. However, I noticed that some sentences, especially at the beginning of a chapter or letter, are extremely brief, with statements that are then developed in the subsequent sentences. This technique seems to emphasize a concept, but personally, I would prefer a smoother flow and less incisive sentences, so as not to interrupt the reading. I would also reconsider the structure of the paragraphs, as it currently conveys a sense of discomfort for the protagonist, amplified by the multitude of existential questions and the structure of the sentences. The author swiftly addresses a series of topics, alternating first-person narration between two different subjects and situations. This rapid transition creates some confusion that requires a brief pause to realign one's thoughts with the discourse. As mentioned earlier, the narration lacks fluidity, and the style appears confused and disorganized, with abrupt shifts from one character to another and from one time period to another, without adequate transitions. While on one hand, these create empathy with the author's thoughts and feelings; on the other hand, they convey a sense of haste in concluding the reading.
In conclusion, the reading began in a pleasant and engaging manner, posing deep questions about the purpose of life, the nature of time, and the meaning of pursuing one's dreams that led the reader to reflect. However, the experience took a different path because of the chosen syntax and structure.
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Love Letters to the Virgin Mary
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