theybedax's review against another edition
The ARC of this book was provided by the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
This was problematic and oh so painful to read. I got just under 50% of the way through and I just couldn't keep wasting my time. This read like high school poetry that was full of angst and no substance. The cover is absolutely gorgeous; I'd recommend to look at it and move along.
This was problematic and oh so painful to read. I got just under 50% of the way through and I just couldn't keep wasting my time. This read like high school poetry that was full of angst and no substance. The cover is absolutely gorgeous; I'd recommend to look at it and move along.
pretty_little_bibliophile's review against another edition
4.0
This was a deeply resonating book of poetry and prose. Nox's words conveyed to me, feelings which are so relatable that I couldn't help but be overwhelmed at the thought someone else felt the same way as I did. And it made it so much easier... I really liked it. The themes were varied and ranged from the emotions of feeling lost amidst a crowd, being lonely, as well as nostalgia that so often reels us and the longing that dethrones us. Amazing! Pick it up!
flakapercuku's review against another edition
2.0
This book is a poetry and prose collection regarding some of the most pivotal moments in the authors life.
Unfortunately, don't have nice things to say about it. Even though the book shows us deep thoughts of the author, it is not at all original.
We encounter same GirlPower quotes that were cool when they were originally published that are now losing their charm; the same metaphors about love and soulmates that I've seen in countless poetry collections.
I would say even some of the poems would be better in prose. Its structure would give them more chance to develop.
Lastly, the whole book came of as very unpolished and unfinished, which can make make the art timeless, but not in this case.
There are some good quotes and poems, but I wouldn't recommend it.
Unfortunately, don't have nice things to say about it. Even though the book shows us deep thoughts of the author, it is not at all original.
We encounter same GirlPower quotes that were cool when they were originally published that are now losing their charm; the same metaphors about love and soulmates that I've seen in countless poetry collections.
I would say even some of the poems would be better in prose. Its structure would give them more chance to develop.
Lastly, the whole book came of as very unpolished and unfinished, which can make make the art timeless, but not in this case.
There are some good quotes and poems, but I wouldn't recommend it.
emmywritess's review against another edition
3.0
Lost Girls Go Everywhere is spilt into two parts - poetry and prose. When I read the first poem, I thought this book would be powerful and relatable. However, although relatable, I didn’t feel that powerful punch that I expected.
The poems themselves seemed plain and rushed, which is such a shame because you can tell that the author has writing talent. However, I still enjoyed the poems, and they covered some important topics that need more awareness.
As for the prose, I liked them more than the poetry. They covered mostly romance, which isn’t normally my cup of tea, but they were beautifully written, engaging and thought provoking. Stunning imagery weaved into a short narrative story. Overall, I had mixed feelings about this book but I’d still recommend you give it a read.
The poems themselves seemed plain and rushed, which is such a shame because you can tell that the author has writing talent. However, I still enjoyed the poems, and they covered some important topics that need more awareness.
As for the prose, I liked them more than the poetry. They covered mostly romance, which isn’t normally my cup of tea, but they were beautifully written, engaging and thought provoking. Stunning imagery weaved into a short narrative story. Overall, I had mixed feelings about this book but I’d still recommend you give it a read.
pretty_little_bibliophile's review
4.0
This was a deeply resonating book of poetry and prose. Nox's words conveyed to me, feelings which are so relatable that I couldn't help but be overwhelmed at the thought someone else felt the same way as I did. And it made it so much easier... I really liked it. The themes were varied and ranged from the emotions of feeling lost amidst a crowd, being lonely, as well as nostalgia that so often reels us and the longing that dethrones us. Amazing! Pick it up!
laura_catto's review
3.0
I always find poetry books difficult to rate. Part one had me. I highlighted so many passages and loved so many poems. Part two lost me the prose and writing style just didn't click for me.
Poetry is so personal in terms of taste and I definitely recommend giving this ago it is unique and captivating.
I was given a copy in exchange for review by NetGalley.
Poetry is so personal in terms of taste and I definitely recommend giving this ago it is unique and captivating.
I was given a copy in exchange for review by NetGalley.
brookeisreading's review against another edition
2.0
**Thank you to Victory Editing on NetGalley for giving me an eARC copy of Lost Girls Go Everywhere in exchange for an honest review**
CW: Depression, suicide, death, drug use, slut shaming, reference to sexual assault
This book of poetry and prose may be someone's cup of tea, but it wasn't mine. This book is a generous 2 stars for me, simply because I know that there are probably people out there who would enjoy this. But, I found all of the poetry to be incredibly cliché and something out of a 13 year old's unedited poetry diary. It's hard to write. a negative review when clearly the subject matter is personal to the author, but so much of the writing made me cringe.
CW: Depression, suicide, death, drug use, slut shaming, reference to sexual assault
This book of poetry and prose may be someone's cup of tea, but it wasn't mine. This book is a generous 2 stars for me, simply because I know that there are probably people out there who would enjoy this. But, I found all of the poetry to be incredibly cliché and something out of a 13 year old's unedited poetry diary. It's hard to write. a negative review when clearly the subject matter is personal to the author, but so much of the writing made me cringe.
thelovelylibrarylady's review against another edition
1.0
Unfortunately, I really did not enjoy this title. The first half of the book is a selection of poems and the second half is a selection of short stories. However, I kind of felt like the whole book was comprised of short stories and the poetry section was just formatted differently. Adding odd line breaks into a paragraph does not automatically qualify that writing as poetry. I ending up skimming some parts of this title and probably would have not finished it, if it had not been such a short book.
(PUB DATE: 10/06/2020)
(I received a digital copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. All opinions expressed above are my own.)
(PUB DATE: 10/06/2020)
(I received a digital copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. All opinions expressed above are my own.)
lauramags's review
3.0
I always find poetry books difficult to rate. Part one had me. I highlighted so many passages and loved so many poems. Part two lost me the prose and writing style just didn't click for me.
Poetry is so personal in terms of taste and I definitely recommend giving this ago it is unique and captivating.
I was given a copy in exchange for review by NetGalley.
Poetry is so personal in terms of taste and I definitely recommend giving this ago it is unique and captivating.
I was given a copy in exchange for review by NetGalley.
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