Quotes / 6 Word Memoir (Analysis)

always a reader never published…is that what you mean?

It’s definitely evocative, and I love the spin on the over-used little saying – that’s terribly clever. It also says a lot about the character and the culture/setting she’s in, which is impressive considering there are such few words. I love it.

How sad.

I guess my problem with this is that, while it tells a story, it just plays cute on a cliche.  It’s about the equivilant of saying, “With my shoddy sewing, a stitch, in time, saves nothing.”

Yes, I see the duality of someone who is quick in love, but doesn’t have any lasting friendships, so much so that she has never been involved in a wedding that wasn’t her own.  However, There are stronger ways to state this than just switching a cliche around to suit your purpose.

I mean, it’s cute, but I think it’s a little trite to showcase your talent.

an old saying but not true:O)