One way in which the poets present their ideas about the pain of love is through their use of imagery with their poems. For example, they both use metaphors about being ‘wounded’. Fenton’s line ‘I’m one of your talking wounded’ adopts a pun which relates to the expression ‘walking wounded’, used by soldiers to imply resilience. He feels as though love has previously ‘wounded’ him, if not actually finished him off. Similarly, continuing with the theme of violence, Duffy uses an extended metaphor throughout the whole poem which presents the break-up of her relationship as a gunfight in a Western movie. Lexis such as ‘trigger’, ‘silver bullets’, ‘wide of the mark’ and ‘blast me’ presents the effect of breaking up as wounding her physically. Je l'avais emprunté un peu par hasard, j'avais vu quelques bons avis, et puis je m'étais rendu compte qu'il s'agissait d'un roman en vers. N'étant pas sure de l'apprécier, je l'avais donc mit un peu de côté. It is clear that the narrator has been through the wringer. He (I assume the narrator is male, though this is not stated) seemingly is trying to reassure his partner that they are not taking advantage of him. It is in this stanza it is revealed that the narrator is in fact on the “rebound”. There is a quirky choice of words as the narrator uses the word “bound” To denote their location, but this has sexual connotations of being tied up. Once more we see the refrain about being “in Paris with you” at the end of the stanza. In Paris With You is very well written and a book to make you smile! I love reading this book so much! I’m not a poetry reader but this book definitely convert me! Each point of view is so honest and real that it can be easily relatable to readers. Tatiana’s expectation of love comparable to her favorite reads of Romeo & Juliet and Pride and Prejudice had me giggle to no end. I like Eugene’s careful protection of his heart and Lansky loving it all without putting up fences to protect himself. I like the lessons learned the characters experiences. I like how love can make adults act like teens. This book is a couldn’t put down kind of read and I recommend everyone to read it.

Furthemore, I adore the main character, Tatiana. She is a clever, strong, determine, loving and caring young woman. As she grew older she realized the importance of being appreciated. Therefore, making her stronger to live the life that she lives. This story was told in verse, it took a wild to get used to the style, but once I did I was completely entranced... The book was also translated from French, I can only imagine how difficult it was to translate such a stylized book, so major props to the translator! As much as I enjoyed this story, I do recognize that the style is not for everybody.... but told in verse or not this was a lovely love story set in the city of love, Paris... Firstly, I absolutely love the book cover. I think it is eye-catching and beautiful! Accompanied with the title they just match!If you’re up for a contemporary Adult, a second chance story, both hilarious and sad at times, written in lines, lines, lines… In Paris with You will definitely satisfy your expectations.

The poem is a monologue in which the first person narrator — we can assume the poet — describes his state of mind while on holiday in Paris with a new friend. His previous relationship has ended and he explains that he is “on the rebound”, and wishes to enjoy a less serious liaison. With that said, if someone enjoys reading a story in verse and they enjoy romance, I think they will probably enjoy this story. It wasn't a bad story and the characters were okay. Although, I was not very attached to them. That could again be from my disdain at reading in verse. I just never really felt a connection to any of the characters. Usually in a romance you think you would like the actual relationship. Actually I didn't. Eugene is the worst character ever. He's not fun he's just so bleh it makes me sad.In this stanza, the phrase “I’m in Paris” almost acts as a euphemism for being in ecstasy. The narrator lists the things that bring him to that state, including their partner’s eyes and mouth and “all points south” once again a euphemism, this time for their partner’s sexual organs! But this isn’t meant to be too crude, rather it is meant to be taken in a playful nature. We can see this from the line that follows, as the narrator teasingly asks “am I embarrassing you?” before tying up the poem nicely by ending on the refrain.