Official Review: In the Land of Myth by Bernard Kuckuck

Leen282 · Post by **Leen282** » 06 Nov 2021, 09:10

Where usually I'm not tempted by poetry, I feel like I should make an exception for this book. The stories of Greek mythology are best told in the way the old Greek told their stories, with verse.

Daniel-Davis · Post by **Daniel-Davis** » 06 Nov 2021, 09:12

Do you ever get tired reading an endless ocean of uncommon or rare adjectives? The foreword feels overdone. Like an author putting his writing on grammarly and able to check the synonyms on every single word and chooses the most esoteric versions. Just in the foreword, I got tired of reading.

Timothy Rucinski · Post by **Timothy Rucinski** » 06 Nov 2021, 09:20

I purchased this book from Amazon when I was only halfway through reading the sample. Greek mythology has always been an interest of mine and I've followed the tales of Orpheus from the books of Bullfinch and Edith Hamilton to the films of Cocteau. I've also spent a good amount of my youth in the Greek isles; the author captured the loveliness of Aegean perfectly. And the French verses flowed magnificently, even more so than the English. Thank you, Mr. Kuckuck, for your book. I cannot wait to read it in its entirety.

Tars · Post by **Tars** » 06 Nov 2021, 09:24

Unfortunately, I don't enjoy the art of the poetry at all. Even reading it in my native first language makes me lightheaded and disoriented with confusing wording and turns of phrases. Do not take offense, but I will have to pass this book. Still with sincere admiration congrats on the BOTD!

NomthaNDAZO+ball · Post by **NomthaNDAZO+ball** » 06 Nov 2021, 09:33

This book is amazing and it shows that spirituality been exists for ages ago to the mankind and it gives sense of humor

and how history repeat itself

Sou Hi · Post by **Sou Hi** » 06 Nov 2021, 09:47

Thanks for your review. Unfortunately, I do like the Greek myths, but I prefer it in the form of stories to poetry.

Post by **Fola Moni** » 06 Nov 2021, 09:49

Thank you for the beautiful review.

Even though this is not my type of genre, your review and the fact that I'm a huge fan of Greek mythology makes me want to try it out.

Ferdinand_Otieno · Post by **Ferdinand_Otieno** » 06 Nov 2021, 09:53

This is an interesting collection of mythological fantasy poems which employ engrossing poetry to transport the reader to the classical age. The book is temporarily discounted on Amazon Kindle and has a masterfully-written OnlineBookClub review. Congrats on the BOTD selection.

DEEPA PUJARI · Post by **DEEPA PUJARI** » 06 Nov 2021, 09:59

This is a fascinating story full of poems about Orpheus’s mythical and extraordinary life. Congratulations BOTD!

Rachael S 1 · Post by **Rachael S 1** » 06 Nov 2021, 10:03

I am not a big fan of poetry but I love mythology. I may check this one out.

Jorge Leon Salazar · Post by **Jorge Leon Salazar** » 06 Nov 2021, 10:06

A book of poetry set in Greek mythology that contemplates a love story. In addition, other topics such as the divine mysteries of life and death are addressed. It seems appropriate for passionate readers of classical literature and Greek mythology.

Reema Aydieh · Post by **Reema Aydieh** » 06 Nov 2021, 10:12

I usually stay away from poems about mythologies but the review made it sound interesting.

Post by **Bertha Jackson** » 06 Nov 2021, 10:13

I enjoy Greek mythology but I have a hard time understanding poetry. I am sure fans of this genre will enjoy this book. Thank you for your review.

Chris Micheal · Post by **Chris Micheal** » 06 Nov 2021, 10:15

Ancient Greek terms are indeed difficult to comprehend but your review made it seem simple. Thanks for the good review.

Ritage Amr · Post by **Ritage Amr** » 06 Nov 2021, 10:16

I have always loved Greek mythology and this book shows it in a very magical and beautiful way. I imagined the whole story in my mind. How he makes the unloving things dance to his magical tones is so amazing. It made me want to read the book even more. Thanks for the great review.