| Review: Alchemy A Festival of Skin This piece is an absolute feast for the senses. From the very first line, you invite the reader into a world that feels intimate, lush, and boldly alive. Your language is rich without ever feeling heavy — every metaphor feels chosen with care, every image lands exactly where it should. I love how you blend tenderness with heat. Lines like “You are my favorite zip code” and “as you turn my scars into stars” hit with a kind of emotional sweetness that balances beautifully against the poem’s fire. It never leans too far into one or the other; instead, it stays grounded in connection. That’s what gives the sensuality so much weight. It isn’t just desire — it’s recognition, healing, and surrender. Your imagery is vivid and fresh: “Venus colliding with Mars,” “butterflies swarm,” “a matinee in Piccadilly,” “galaxies beneath my skin.” Each line feels like another doorway into the lovers’ world. You take something universal and make it uniquely yours, and that’s not easy to pull off. My favorite part might be the way you close — soft, quiet, and full of afterglow. The contrast is gorgeous. Truly, this was a joy to read. Sensual, emotional, and wonderfully crafted. Keep writing like this. Your voice has power, and it shines in every line. Kind wishes, Tee
|
|||