mermaidsherbet's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Content Warnings
Minor: Emotional abuse, Mental illness, Sexism, Body shaming, Rape, Fatphobia, Lesbophobia, Toxic relationship, and War
hey_itsbee's review against another edition
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
4.0
A fresh take on the parallels between Greek mythology and modern poetry, Trista Mateer has created a conversation between Aphrodite and herself, a queer poet. Balanced with lovely color illustrations and photo edits, this book is a loud, bold assertion of femininity and sexuality in the women's own words.
Many of the poems followed a similar, repetitive structure that after a while felt redundant. However, Mateer is skilled at creating an impact in few words, a successful skill for any true poet. I'm excited to read more of Mateer's work and see where her creativity and talent takes her.
Many of the poems followed a similar, repetitive structure that after a while felt redundant. However, Mateer is skilled at creating an impact in few words, a successful skill for any true poet. I'm excited to read more of Mateer's work and see where her creativity and talent takes her.
Content Warnings
Minor: Sexual assault, War, Emotional abuse, and Rape
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