This book of free form poetry is very easy to read. I'm not usually a person who picks up a book of poetry, but I did like this one. The author tells of his struggles with young love and also his learning to trust God. It seems that, at times, the two go hand-in-hand. ( )

"Progressive Digression" is poetry from a male adolescent's perspective about self worth, self confidence, the opposite sex, and God. I got this book in a free giveaway, and it's relevant that I'm long past the age group. Regardless of my age, I could identify with the poetry. Most people could. Ehrlich captures some universals very well. He does, in fact, capture adolescence very well. His very first poem calls to mind Charlie Brown and the little red haired girl (oops, I'm giving away my age).

The poems I favored include 'Get off my back' for its refreshingly terse use of 2nd person perspective. 'The Phone Call' is very identifiable, mind - racing, and spartan - something I enjoyed. 'Shower' is provocative and about identity (perhaps racial but more likely spiritual).

I do think the book is best suited for young people. I found too many poems to be thematically age - specific. My interest in youth psychology in poetry has limits, and the book could be pared down without losing value. I like diversity of topics and perspectives in my reading, such as one would find with Frost. "Progressive Digression" is routinely first person in grammar and occupied with finding context. For those reasons, it is best for youth to whom it will give empathy. ( )

Progressive Digression by Jordan M Ehrlich includes many impactful poems that involve deep and meaningful emotions that we can all relate to. I was recommend this book to anyone who enjoys meaningful poetry. ( )

A collection of varying emotions. Very meaningful and heart-felt poems from a deep author. I like the variation of lines from poem to poem. Perhaps a little more variation in emotion, however the title speaks well of the author's work. ( )

I received a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review

I like my poetry in the form of those written by Pam Ayres, Edward Lear or John Hegley and for this reason this wasn't an ideal book for me.

If you enjoy your poetry deep and meaningful rather than humourous then this will be right up your street. The poems are written from the heart and deal with love and relationships and the author appears to have put all his emotion into them.

As I say, it's not for me but is a good collection for anyone that loves this type of poetry. ( )