I went into this blind. I have never read a short book of poetry, let alone poetry in general. I've read a few poems in my lifetime, but only some stuck with me. I've followed the author on tumblr for some time now and got so excited when I saw it for free on Amazon. I devoured these poems. They were emotionally gripping, inspiring, and she was dedicated to her writing. A book of poetry written by a bookmad woman is a perfect combination. On a more personal note, this book shows real feelings and dealing with grief, and overcoming it all. I have a family member who was recently diagnosed with cancer. I read this book with perfect timing. Therefore, this got a 5/5 stars from me. It was raw emotion that was beautifully written, covering several topics. I'd recommend it to anyone who loves poetry!