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tate_francis's Reviews (374)
I picked up this book knowing absolutely nothing about it. I have never previously read anything from Sin and had no idea this was the second instalment of a poetry series. Upon reading, I quickly realised it was not written with my demographic as the intended audience. Of course this is not the author’s nor the books fault.
I’ve read reviews since finishing that “she just wants to forget” has inspirational quote and tumblr vibe and I agree. This isn’t a really profoundly written book, it feels more like scribbles in a diary. I don’t think this necessarily took away from the experience as a whole though. My biggest issue was how repetitive it could be. The first half introduced a lot of dialogue around self-love, relationships, and empowerment and the second half was essentially the same discussions again and again.
Even though as a trans man, this book didn’t resonate with me significantly, there were parts that I could relate to. It spoke, at times, about the ways in which girls are raised and how this feeds into adulthood. Also how it feels to be ignored or broken.
I do believe that this book would make a much more significant impact in the hands of young women. Particularly those entering adulthood or maybe even young teens as it explores many empowering themes in a way that seems appropriate for a slightly younger audience. There isn’t anything explicit either which makes it all the more suitable.
The most notable poems to me were “In Love:22” and “scene forty-eight”.
I’ve read reviews since finishing that “she just wants to forget” has inspirational quote and tumblr vibe and I agree. This isn’t a really profoundly written book, it feels more like scribbles in a diary. I don’t think this necessarily took away from the experience as a whole though. My biggest issue was how repetitive it could be. The first half introduced a lot of dialogue around self-love, relationships, and empowerment and the second half was essentially the same discussions again and again.
Even though as a trans man, this book didn’t resonate with me significantly, there were parts that I could relate to. It spoke, at times, about the ways in which girls are raised and how this feeds into adulthood. Also how it feels to be ignored or broken.
I do believe that this book would make a much more significant impact in the hands of young women. Particularly those entering adulthood or maybe even young teens as it explores many empowering themes in a way that seems appropriate for a slightly younger audience. There isn’t anything explicit either which makes it all the more suitable.
The most notable poems to me were “In Love:22” and “scene forty-eight”.
