Just like the author, my first encounter with the legend of Tristan and Yseult (or Isolde) was through Wagner’s opera. Much like the opera, this poetry collection focuses on the emotional intensity of the story.

I always enjoy a poetry collection with a good narrative, and this one was no different! The story of Tristan and Yseult provided a great structure, giving Bonelle the chance to pick out the emotional turning points.

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The poems were varied, with lots of different structures and styles, but the underlying plot made it a cohesive read. While there were multiple perspectives, it was never confusing as to who’s point of view we were reading from. The switching perspectives also gave it a nicely cyclical feel, which made for a very satisfying read.

This is a mythological retelling unlike any other, and an impressive debut from a talented poet.

I received a free copy for an honest review.