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Shared Troubles
Shared Troubles is an amalgamation of emotions, rearranged into words. It is a journey from heartbreak to growth and to the love and strength, that our inner self possesses.
It is an ode to everyone who has known suffering, pain, and have revived themselves to fill the self and the world, with their love.
Shared Troubles is as much yours as it is mine.
It is an ode to everyone who has known suffering, pain, and have revived themselves to fill the self and the world, with their love.
Shared Troubles is as much yours as it is mine.
178 pages, Paperback
Published August 16, 2023
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About the author
Sharon Philip
3 books14 followersSharon Philip is a passionate poet and the author of two heartfelt collections, "Shared Troubles" and "Layers." Splitting her time between the vibrant cities of Nagpur and Mumbai, she finds inspiration in romance and her love for travel. When she’s not penning verses, you can catch her sharing her thoughts on Instagram @sherryspeaks. Join her journey through the beauty of words and emotions!
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September 8, 2022
Goddamn! Sharon Philip picked up her pen and decided to SLAY when she penned this book!!!
I cried with these poetries and my heart swelled with them too. They are so so beautiful that my kindle copy is filled with highlights and bookmarks. And the little gifts of illustrations acted as cherry on the cake for me ❤️
The poetries range from love to heartbreaks to grief to environmental downfall to the hardships of being a female. But each one of them is so poignant that you just get engulfed with her words and the story they create in a few lines.
"I think everyone lives the same story
Only with different people."
Her poetries cut deep and then the others come along that act as a salve to those cuts.
A lot of these poetries gave me chills and it was such a surreal experience because I thought, I was the only one to have felt the things these poetries represent but it is absolutely humbling to realise that the world is too big and you're never going to be alone in your experiences.
I would highly recommend every person who loves words to read this collection of poetries. I'm sure you'll get something or the other that'll resonate with you. 🥰
Now, let me get back to my reread! 😄
I cried with these poetries and my heart swelled with them too. They are so so beautiful that my kindle copy is filled with highlights and bookmarks. And the little gifts of illustrations acted as cherry on the cake for me ❤️
The poetries range from love to heartbreaks to grief to environmental downfall to the hardships of being a female. But each one of them is so poignant that you just get engulfed with her words and the story they create in a few lines.
"I think everyone lives the same story
Only with different people."
Her poetries cut deep and then the others come along that act as a salve to those cuts.
A lot of these poetries gave me chills and it was such a surreal experience because I thought, I was the only one to have felt the things these poetries represent but it is absolutely humbling to realise that the world is too big and you're never going to be alone in your experiences.
I would highly recommend every person who loves words to read this collection of poetries. I'm sure you'll get something or the other that'll resonate with you. 🥰
Now, let me get back to my reread! 😄
January 20, 2023
Poetry is often born of heartbreak, which is why there is a saying that every poet has at one time or another had their heart broken. It could be true, and which is why a title like "Shared Troubles" for a collection of poetry makes complete sense. The words of the poet could be relatable to the reader.
Sharon's collection of poetry has three sections. Heartbreak, Love, Growth. Of the many thoughts that call the reader to this book, I will choose to share three, one from each section. Not picking favorites, but just to give a glimpse into the book.
"I am the one lost soul, In search of my destiny."
Something I could have related to in the past, perhaps in a way relate to still now. The hopelessness that stems from a broken heart can make one question the path ahead.
"Love in Paris is overrated. A cup of hot chocolate, Warm quilts, and cuddles, Do a better job."
Something so easily forgotten, that a reminder is good. Simple things do make a difference to a story.
"Everything is beautiful. Because there is no other way you should look at anything."
It is a calming thought.
In a way, the three sections are a progression. After heartbreak, one can find love again, and with that love, grow in life. The emotions that come along with these three are heavy, and thus, the book expectedly becomes so too. Quite a chunk of the book goes with the first section alone, so for me, it was a difficult read. In retrospect, I should have read it slower, or maybe poems at random from each section. There are gems in each section, and then there are poems that, while personal & meaningful to Sharon, didn't wow me.
Rating poetry is difficult for a poet, especially when the book being rated is of someone known. I'd say "I liked the book", but didn't "really like it", going by Goodreads' view of ratings, that it's worth a read, and that I will go back to those verses/lines I've highlighted into my Kindle notes.
Sharon's collection of poetry has three sections. Heartbreak, Love, Growth. Of the many thoughts that call the reader to this book, I will choose to share three, one from each section. Not picking favorites, but just to give a glimpse into the book.
"I am the one lost soul, In search of my destiny."
Something I could have related to in the past, perhaps in a way relate to still now. The hopelessness that stems from a broken heart can make one question the path ahead.
"Love in Paris is overrated. A cup of hot chocolate, Warm quilts, and cuddles, Do a better job."
Something so easily forgotten, that a reminder is good. Simple things do make a difference to a story.
"Everything is beautiful. Because there is no other way you should look at anything."
It is a calming thought.
In a way, the three sections are a progression. After heartbreak, one can find love again, and with that love, grow in life. The emotions that come along with these three are heavy, and thus, the book expectedly becomes so too. Quite a chunk of the book goes with the first section alone, so for me, it was a difficult read. In retrospect, I should have read it slower, or maybe poems at random from each section. There are gems in each section, and then there are poems that, while personal & meaningful to Sharon, didn't wow me.
Rating poetry is difficult for a poet, especially when the book being rated is of someone known. I'd say "I liked the book", but didn't "really like it", going by Goodreads' view of ratings, that it's worth a read, and that I will go back to those verses/lines I've highlighted into my Kindle notes.
September 8, 2022
A book that encompasses human emotions in the best wordplay. Must have for every book lover ! Remarkable in its own unique way !
August 24, 2022
Awesome Poetries.A must read.💯
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