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challenging
dark
emotional
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
5.0
I learned about this poet after reading one of Bao Phi’s poems in a different poetry book, Ink Knows No Borders Poems of the Immigrant and Refugee Experience. As I was reading this book l was so grateful to have found it. The poems are powerful and I enjoy feeling connected to the stories of others because reading helps me maintain my humanity and helps me feel whole. Certain poems spoke to me and others I reread a couple times and wondered if I really understood the message, though that’s not a bad thing in my experience. I’m going to continue reading poetry and work on embracing the journey. I recommend this book to those who like poetry and those who care about improving themselves through reflection and understanding.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence and Murder
Moderate: Police brutality, Bullying, Racism, and Racial slurs
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