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DGGass
Posted February 24, 2011
Simply Exquisite
If there were just two words to describe this collection of romantic poetry and prose, then those two words would be "simply exquisite". There is nothing that I could write that would ever do the work contained between the covers of "A Romantic's Passion: The Tenth Muse" any justice whatsoever.
From the first verse, to the very last picture, I could do little except to become caught up in the magic that was created by this poet. It is no wonder that Valentinno has been compared to Byron and Keats and other great romantic poets.
This is one collection that any romantic should have on hand to read and reread.
D.G. Gass, author "Twilight Ponderings, Midnight Musings"12 out of 12 people found this review helpful.
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stormpoetry
Posted March 5, 2011
Romantic Poetry - A must read for Romantics!
Valentinno writes poetry with an old world Romanticism that reclaims love in a revolution of the heart. Moving past Post-Modernism into a new era of the Romantic Enlightenment, he celebrates the ancient worship of the Goddess, reinventing love with a new appreciation, as all things sacred. The words fly up to the highest heaven, as if on the wings of angels in reverence of all that is freely given in perfection, within the grace of the Spirit. Valentinno's poetry burns with the Spirit of love.
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William_McDonald
Posted March 4, 2011
Brilliant!
"Poet Valentinno is a romantic in the best sense of that word. He captures the divine romance of life through his prose in a brilliant book called "A Romantic's Passion: The Tenth Muse." His words come across as if they were written by a 15th century monk who is high on the spiritual bliss of Holy Communion. One can feel this inner joy and "light" he projects with images from his words and phrasing
Valentinno's poetry evokes those same sacred feelings that come from the work of other divine and mystical poets such as Radindranath Tagore, Rumi, and Paramahansa Yogananda in his book of poems called "Whispers from Eternity."
To call him a mystic would not be a far stretch - his words certainly convey the feeling that he is reaching out beyond the material world and has escaped the illusions of this reality. If he had been born in another time or place, he could have well been friends with the likes of Blake, Shelley, Keats or Lord Byron. This is tall company but I believe that he is of that same kind of romantic DNA
His words are a perfect bridge to the feelings he is trying to convey. He is not afraid to expose his heart and soul in his poems. Truly a gifted writer and one of immense understanding of things beyond the veil of life; it is no hyperbole to say that his work is that of a young master poet! This poet is destined for greater things then just poetry. He is on his way to self-realization
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Joseph_S_Morris
Posted March 3, 2011
A Divine Romance
While reading this spiritually romantic masterpiece I couldn't help but be amazed at how deep Valentinno connects with such ancient concepts and deities in his works. I admittedly am no scholar of Greek mythology, but I am fascinated enough to be caught up in his brilliant prose. Many writers draw from contemporary ideology in order to keep themselves on the cutting edge, but there is something to be said for harnessing that classic feel of romance and unleashing it to melt hearts and move spirits alike. "She is the handy work of paradise that moves between the mastery of time and space." - Enough to melt the iciest of hearts! I truly am a fan of his work
6 out of 6 people found this review helpful.
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hopless_romantic
Posted March 5, 2011
Brang Romance Back into My Life
I was having alot of romantic problems with my wife till my friend told me about this book. After reading it I learned so much about being more romantic. I even memorized one of the authors poems and at quiet even alone with my wife, I resighted it to her. She was so touched she cried. This book brang us back together and we have that spark again. Thanks Valentinno for writing such an insightful book. You are a true expert and poetic genius.
4 out of 4 people found this review helpful.
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CaliforniaLoverGirl
Posted June 11, 2011
A sensual, romanctic and passionate read!!
This was such a sensual, romanctic and passionate read, it left my mouth watering for more and more. I can't wait to see what this young romantic has in mind for his next books.
3 out of 3 people found this review helpful.
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JosephSantoro
Posted July 4, 2012
I have read poetry before but this is by a true artists of words
I have read poetry before but this is by a true artists of words. It was like each word was finely chiseled from the rarest stone. There is something very special about this poet and his work, and we are going to a lot of him on the rise come the near future.
2 out of 2 people found this review helpful.
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BrooklynTony
Posted June 18, 2011
Thank You for your help!!!
My wife bought me this book cause she said I could be a little more romantic. So I said why not read it if it's goin to please her. I am really glad I did, I learned so much from the author, he really is an expert on the subject, and it's put so beautifully. I'm not really a poetry type of guy, but he really had me hooked with his words that I read it a second time. Things really worked out, our romantic life is like when we first met so full of that passionate energy. Thanks Valentinno!
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Svet76
Posted June 13, 2011
Brilliant!
There is so many things I want to say about this book, but it has left me without words. but I will give it my best. Pure genius, inspirational, passionate, and absolutely amazing!!!!!
This author is on his way to the best sellers list for sure.2 out of 2 people found this review helpful.
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CourtneyPeterson
Posted March 14, 2011
A romantic journey you must experience.
A Romantic's Passion is a stimulating experience, it aroused my mind, body and soul with sensual words of love and romance.It leaves me wanting more and more.
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readmenyc
Posted March 5, 2011
Highly Recommended
This was an amazing romance,written by the quintessential romantic. We need more books like this written by author like this. This is a must buy for your personal library.
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LC38
Posted March 5, 2011
Amazed
Life is priceless and we make the most for each day to count, as we think of the passion of love- reading Valentinno's words brought me back to the way I felt when i was once in love, i can compare this feeling to the movie "TItanic." The images were real life not just acting poses... I admire that Valentinno expressed his love. We need more books like this. I call it the "bible of love!"
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bookreviewbuzz
Posted November 22, 2012
This is one of the most amazing works of poetry on the market to
This is one of the most amazing works of poetry on the market today. It is even hard to put in words the works that explore these pages. if I could give this book more than 5 stars it well deserves it.
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Mica10
Posted July 19, 2012
I loved it...as a Couples Life Coach I would recommend it to my
I loved it...as a Couples Life Coach I would recommend it to my couples to read to each other. This book is a refreshing change from some of the poorly written books that I have been reading lately. I will be rereading this book & I can't wait for his next one
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Anonymous
Posted April 27, 2012
In this book the author did a great job at capturing the spirit
In this book the author did a great job at capturing the spirit of love. This collection of romantic poetry and prose is really heartwarming. Valentinno's way of writing draws you right into whatever he's feeling. If you've ever loved anyone, you will appreciate this book.
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john_hamilton_347
Posted March 2, 2012
Romantic, Passionate, Astounding!!!!!!
Romantic, Passionate, Astounding!!!!!!
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N_Roberts
Posted October 2, 2011
Nobody Does It Better
Valentinno's debut collection, A Romantic's Passion, The Tenth Muse comes to life with the spirit of the old world in five divine chapters; "Romance, Letters, Love, Desire, and Passion." His words come off the page to haunt and inspire as the key to his heart locks him within the doors of a torrid love affair with his beloved muse forever. Where her beauty and their love are celebrated in every living work of art he writes. This book is absolutely the fairytale romance every woman dreams of, written by that quintessential romantic every woman craves. His charming, and magnetic combination of prose and letters stand powerful over the English language. It is evident that when this author touches anything on the topic of love or romance it leaves one without breath, simply incomparable. Reviewed by N. Roberts
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N_Roberts
Posted October 2, 2011
Nobody Does It Better
Valentinno's debut collection, A Romantic's Passion, The Tenth Muse comes to life with the spirit of the old world in five divine chapters; "Romance, Letters, Love, Desire, and Passion." His words come off the page to haunt and inspire as the key to his heart locks him within the doors of a torrid love affair with his beloved muse forever. Where her beauty and their love are celebrated in every living work of art he writes.
This book is absolutely the fairytale romance every woman dreams of, written by that quintessential romantic every woman craves. His charming, and magnetic combination of prose and letters stand powerful over the English language. It is evident that when this author touches anything on the topic of love or romance it leaves one without breath, simply incomparable.
Reviewed by N. Roberts1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.
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lHaufmann
Posted March 12, 2011
Astounding!!!
All I Can Say Is,WOW! Valentinno's work rivals anything on the book market today. It unfolds quickly and seamlessly, swiftly drawing the reader to the point of no return. It takes you into a world of the perfect romance.
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BookReviewBuz
Posted March 30, 2013
A Modern Day Romance that Reads like an Old World Classic
A Modern Day Romance that Reads like an Old World Classic
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by Brian Waldorf.
A Romantic’s Passion: The Tenth Muse, Valentinno, AuthorHouse, January 2011, 156 pages,
A Romantic’s Passion the Tenth Muse is a collection of intimate love poems, letters, essays, and journal entries of courtly love in which the poet expresses his perpetual desire to his beloved.
Like an Elizabethan drama in the 21st century, Valentinno's A Romantic's Passion: the Tenth Muse is one of the most unexampled anecdotes of love that will enrapture your heart with old romance. This collection of poetry, prose, essays, and letters are expressions of the poet's most intimate and genuine experiences of love and devotion. Written by, and considered to have approached the language as well composed as the great love poets of the past centuries, this is simply literature at its finest.
Valentinno crafted the richness and depth of his incontestable love for his muse in his poetry, and brought life to one of the most torrid romances since Romeo and Juliet. If the highest purpose of love poetry is to express your true unfathomable emotions then he has reached the pinnacle of passion. His words and phrases haunt the corridors of your thoughts with such profound dimensions like you were present the very moment he penned it.
Excerpt: The Blood of Life
I shall come for hire before her like a celestial dove, perched upon the branches of heaven to hold her close in love’s sweet nest. I among her am the immortal pilot of the sun. Where her eyes are the passageway of steady rays filtered through the windows of my impassioned soul. Where every fallen angel who only bares one wing she takes up in arms and lifts them toward the sky. Her loveliness is but the beginning where the beginning has no end and her loveliness is perfection. She is of infinite providence, God sent in an image of a mortal woman, but yet in the form of a venerable spirit.
A Romantic’s Passion is divided into five chapters (Romance, Letters, Love, Desire, and Passion) with over 150 poems and letters intertwined with inspiriting undertones of earth, heaven, God, nature, eternity, and love. Valentinno’s effortless expression’s and intricate, symbolic complexity is compelling in its genuine romantic pulse, and passionate views taking readers to a higher plane of enlightenment in his works.