brittbard's review against another edition
5.0
When days are hard I will carry the words from these poems close to my heart. Absolutely beautiful and inspiring and everything I needed. Excuse me while I go and buy every book by this poet.
missoliviareadsbooks's review against another edition
4.0
A stunning collection of poems written during the first UK lockdown. Although it is made clear from the start what inspired these poems, they could be relevant to so many different situations - and that's what makes them special. (I listened to this via the audiobook - which was read by the author)
larissalee's review against another edition
5.0
I already loved Nikota Gill's poetry and style prior to this book, but her unique voice put into words how this entire pandemic year has felt. She reminds us that it's okay to grieve, and that surviving is an act of hope. After a year where I've been completely unable to do more than exist from day to day, this collection is a balm for my heavy heart.
phoebe_books's review against another edition
4.0
An easy quick read that everyone can connect with. I would especially recommend this to anyone like myself that loved the boy, the mole, the fox and the horse.
awzuma's review against another edition
3.0
I enjoyed this poetry collection more than some others I have read. There was a set tone throughout. My favorite poems were Plague Year, Notes on Survival, and A Reminder from Smaller Beings. The problem I had with this collection was that some of the solutions offered to countless problems mentioned were just too obvious and simple, like the poetry.