the_lyon_reads_tonight's review against another edition
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
slow-paced
4.25
I grabbed this because I loved Light From Uncommon Stars and was not disappointed. Aoki has such an incredible skill with words. The imagery in this was compelling and both beautiful and haunting. Would absolutely recommend picking up.
lewislikesbooks's review against another edition
5.0
Content warnings - transphobia, homophobia, abuse (sexual & physical), reference to AIDs, grief
This was such a profound and hard-hitting collection of poems. I'd advise caution based on the above CWs but I also highly recommend reading if you can.
This was such a profound and hard-hitting collection of poems. I'd advise caution based on the above CWs but I also highly recommend reading if you can.
templetongate's review against another edition
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
slow-paced
5.0
It has been a long time since I read poetry, especially free verse. I don't think I'm qualified to judge this although I did like it, hence the rating. Ryka wrote my favorite book from last year, Light From Uncommon Stars, and I'd like to read more of her work.
whirl's review against another edition
I didn’t realise this was a book of poetry and poetry just doesn’t really speak to me at all
growgenderful's review against another edition
4.0
Pretty accessible in terms of other poetry compilations I read. Organized in a logical way. Themes that drew me include remembrance, connections to the universe, family, and thoughtful discussions of the importance/ significance of food.
thekidbragg's review
emotional
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
4.5
If you’re looking for a book from another’s perspective, this beautiful written piece detailing the trans experience in a reflective , progressive and inspiring way was everything you could need and more