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The Renunciations: Poems

Donika Kelly
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The Renunciations: Poems

Fiction | Poem | Adult | Published in 2021

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Donika Kelly

The Renunciations: Poems

Fiction | Poem | Adult | Published in 2021
Book Details
Pages

94

Format

Poem • Fiction

Publication Year

2021

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Renunciations: Poems by Donika Kelly is a poetry collection that explores themes of identity, trauma, and healing. Through evocative imagery and lyricism, the author delves into personal experiences and the journey toward self-recovery and empowerment. This work is a meditation on resilience and transformation.

Emotional

Melancholic

Contemplative

Bittersweet

Mysterious

Reviews & Readership

4.5

933 ratings

86%

Loved it

12%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Renunciations: Poems by Donika Kelly receives praise for its evocative language and emotional depth, exploring themes of trauma and healing. Reviewers commend the vivid imagery and introspective nature. Some find the structure challenging, but others appreciate its complexity. Overall, it stands out for its powerful and moving portrayal of personal transformation.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Renunciations: Poems?

A reader who appreciates introspective, vivid poetry exploring themes of trauma, identity, and healing would enjoy The Renunciations: Poems by Donika Kelly. Fans of Night Sky with Exit Wounds by Ocean Vuong or Citizen: An American Lyric by Claudia Rankine may find a similar emotional resonance.

4.5

933 ratings

86%

Loved it

12%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

94

Format

Poem • Fiction

Publication Year

2021

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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