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Reader Reviews for "Prisms in a Looking Glass"

Reviewed by CJ Heck	1/5/2007
“Prisms In A Looking Glass” A book review by CJ Heck Dainty pink flowers and green leaves grace an off-white background. This subtly surrounds an old-worldly Victorian photograph of a comfy, cushioned white wicker chair and a beautiful antique white framed mirror. I was bewitched from the moment I first laid eyes on the cover, and before I read a single page. You must own this book ... At first glance, it’s a book of poetry, but it’s so much more -- “Prisms In A Looking Glass” is a journey that will unlock your soul. This talented author, Michelle Close Mills, is at times delightfully playful (“Slumber” and “Bard for a Bird“), and at times, outrageously hysterical, as in one of my particular favorites, “Land of Lost Socks” -- “… What does a sock do when away from his shoes, and new to the singles scene? He parties hard and hits on the other socks on the run …” Mills is also no stranger to the profound. You might want to have a box of tissues nearby for she knows just how to touch your heart. Her more serious poetry filled me with a lovely sense of nostalgia (”Until You” and “Fly Little Bird, Fly”), and I was touched by an abiding love of family so captivating that in several instances, it made me cry (“The Secret”, “The Void”, “Layers” and “A Place Where Grandmas Go“). In this wonderful first book, Mills covers every emotional dimension through her expert use of metaphor (“A Duck’s Life”) and when used, a perfect rhyme and meter (“For the Love of Summer“). Her brilliant insight is well-targeted, her introspection both powerful and honest, and I am certain you’ll be as enchanted as I was from the very first page. I give this delightful book 5 stars. ~CJ Heck
Reviewed by RM Green	10/14/2006
'Prisms In a Looking Glass' is a very intriguing treat, and truthfully captures the real meaning of the holiday spirit - which is LOVE! Filled with personal childhood memories I am sure many of us will relate to, this selection of poetry will also conjure up our own fond family memories, especially the memories I hold dear of my own Grandmother. 'Prisms' also features beautiful pictures and artwork that bring her words to brilliant life, and also passionate writings which reflect personal views on many aspects of life and the human condition. This collection is truly a treat, and it's an honor that it graces my nightstand - and my heart. RM Green, author of the novel 'SHE COULD HEAR THE SILENCE'
Reviewed by C. J. wadecjs@yahoo.com	10/13/2006
PRISMS IN A LOOKING GLASS by Michelle Close Mills The delightful artistic cover invites the reader to delve into this superb collection of poems. Each page surprises us with a new adventure of the spirit, and each is a celebration of words. On a soft country night... embracing, and calm, when it seemed possible to pluck twinkling stars from the sky, flames of promise burned bright, fanned by trade winds of hope and a dreamer's journey began... In her Prisms In A Looking Glass, Michelle Close Mills reaches out and embraces family, friends, the world as it has been - and the ordinary which becomes beautiful as it chases her hand. It's often been said simple pleasures are best... Like an ermine soft kitten that purrs in my ear,or a crystalline pool on a hot summer day... A mockingbirds's song as the day melts into dusk... Love, nature, nostalgia, wisdom, reflections on our time, humor - this is a garden of many flowers, and a joy to dwell in. C. J. Stevens
Reviewed by Regis Auffray	10/9/2006
Congratulations on your book, Michelle. Love and peace to you, Regis
Reviewed by Jerelyn Craden	10/9/2006
Just took a quick look at the preview pages of "Prisms in a Looking Glass." Lovely, poignant, touching. "The World We Know" is a gem! Your heart, mind, and soul tell it like it is, with a bittersweet smile that knows. Excellent work, Michelle. Congratulations! Jerelyn
Reviewed by Chrissy McVay	10/8/2006
Wonderful! Congratulations on your new book. Chrissy
Reviewed by MaryGrace Patterson	10/1/2006
A realistic look at a journey through life and with its trails and tribulations. It captures the essence of a woman, her thoughts, feelings, and coming of age. The images are good, I can see what you say.........M