Atlantis

by Lauren Eden

Atlantis is a three-part poetic tale of a young woman's quest to build paradise out of her flat-packed suburban life. Heartbreaking and humorous, Atlantis is a journey about picking up the pieces from the ruins of a life they said would be good for you.

Genres: Poetry

158 pages, Paperback

Published November 20, 2017

About the author

Lauren Eden is a writer from Melbourne, Australia, who began her writing career posting her daily musings on life and love on her popular Instagram account @ofyesteryear She has two published poetry books Of Yesteryear, and most recently Atlantis.

Reviews

[Alice-Elizabeth (Prolific Reader Alice) · Rating 4 out of 5]

Part novel in verse/part poetry collection, Atlantis by Lauren was a beautiful and poetic read which is available on KU! Raw, deep and honest, a good read!

[Alicia Cook · Rating 5 out of 5]

It has been a very long time (in my eyes) since Eden has released a book. It was entirely worth the wait. No one does micro-poetry like her. NO ONE. Her layers are deep - otherworldly.

She is powerful. She is sexy. She is witty. She is heartbreaking. She is woman. I loved every page of this three part book.

I was also happy to see Eden expand her style into longer poetry in some pieces. I do not know how she does it. But she had me with chills on one page, laughing on the next, crying after that, smiling after that.

A roller coaster. An exquisitely written roller coaster at that. Buy this book. Keep it on your nightstand. Return to it often.

[Bree | alibraryforone · Rating 4 out of 5]

Really quick, light read. I could not put it down. Absolutely loved it. Also the simplistic cover is gorgeous.

[Charlie · Rating 4 out of 5]

I like a lot of the poetry in this book, the words are so adequately put and true.

[Shannon O'Connor · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow

I love love loved this collection! It hit so close to home in many ways and really opened my eyes in so many others. I loved the water theme that was consistent throughout. Definitely a must read!

[Jovana · Rating 5 out of 5]

"He hugs
the back of me
like he has caught me
running and is not letting go

and that is how we sleep.

That is how live."

Wow. Atlantis is by far the best poetry book I have ever read.

Lauren has set the standards for poetry very high, piecing words together beautifully, painfully, perfectly... I absolutely adore her poetry. I could not put this book down. I have never connected so well with someone else's words as much as I connect with Lauren's. It is very rare to come across a poetry book like this, where every single poem is an unforgettable gem. Lauren is a clever poetry goddess, and I already can't wait to see what she will release next.

[Faith · Rating 5 out of 5]

After being absolutely dazzled by Lauren Eden's first collection of poetry, I've finally read her second work Atlantis, and it is beyond beautiful!

Eden's poetry is raw and so emotionally deep. There are a lot of powerful, feminist themes about injustice and the fight for equality, and the road to self-love. I adore how much imagery and metaphor is used, and how the reader is left to think after every page. Each individual poem packs such a unique punch. I can't wait to read more of Lauren Eden's magic.

[Sinduja Krishna Kumar · Rating 5 out of 5]

A short sweet read. The poetry in this book flows like the ocean waves. Poetry is something anyone can relate or at least appreciate is what I feel but this would be more ideal for someone going through a transition in their life. Be it falling into love, out of love, giving birth and so on. I found a friend in this book and you will too.

[James Parker · Rating 5 out of 5]

Incredible outpouring of honest words that reads like a complete story yet captures the essence of what poetry is and should be. Flows like the sea (in all its states) and really resonates with those who have been through love, rejection, loneliness and self discovery...outstanding!!!!

[Caitlin · Rating 3 out of 5]

I actually enjoyed this poetry book! I loved how it was told in 3 different part's and I loved how it had definitions of words for each part of the book!
The illustrations in the book was also beautiful. Overall, it was a really lovely piece of poetry.

[Natasha Varnham · Rating 5 out of 5]

Read this book in one sitting, it was absolutely wow amazing

[Emily Goodson · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love what she says and the word she uses to say it!

[J · Rating 2 out of 5]

There were a few pieces I really enjoyed, but I felt the entire collection was lacking the depth of the first novel. I couldn't connect with the poems as well as I did with Eden's first work.

[Joanne · Rating 5 out of 5]

I didn’t think I could love a poetry book more than I loved Of Yesteryear. Atlantis proved me wrong.

[Camilla Seyr · Rating 4 out of 5]

Truly beautiful and vulnerable. Speaks to the female soul. Lauren transparently approaches every girl or woman by fearlessly putting to words feelings that can barely be named. Call it a rescue followed by relief and delight. Definitely worth reading.

[Samantha Ivy (novelsbysamantha) · Rating 5 out of 5]

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[Indie Reads · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5 I have always loved Lauren’s work! This one does not disappoint like her first book.

A whole portrait of a woman, in poems. :)

[Sasha Elise · Rating 5 out of 5]

lauren eden can write. this was fierce and fabulous.

[Aurora · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really like the poems in this book

[Amanda · Rating 4 out of 5]

Really short and easy read. I like this kind of quick, short, but impactful poetry/prose. Lots of great short poems that I enjoyed.

"One day
all of those wounds
will open again

but this time
you'll bleed love."