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Tell Me Another Story: Poems of You and Me
From writer, photographer, and fashion editor Emmy Marucci comes an arrestingly candid volume of poetry and photographs exploring the universality of family nostalgia, grief and loss, fear, and enduring love.
In Tell Me Another Story , Marucci examines those closest to her—her grandfather, nephew, and husband—as well as those she hardly knows—the women sitting at the next table in the diner; the roofer she meets on the train. Part 1: Me , is comprised of Emmy's own story—raw and personal — while Part 2: You tells the stories of others. With genuine curiosity and tenderness, Marucci asks of herself, her loved ones, and perfect strangers the child's perennial "Will you tell me a story?"
In Tell Me Another Story , Marucci examines those closest to her—her grandfather, nephew, and husband—as well as those she hardly knows—the women sitting at the next table in the diner; the roofer she meets on the train. Part 1: Me , is comprised of Emmy's own story—raw and personal — while Part 2: You tells the stories of others. With genuine curiosity and tenderness, Marucci asks of herself, her loved ones, and perfect strangers the child's perennial "Will you tell me a story?"
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Published October 8, 2019
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December 22, 2020
This collection is divided into two parts.
The first part, named 'me', talks about grieve and loss of someone close, gay issues, poetry and writing, the people the author knows and childhood days.
The second part, named 'you', talks about the different issues that a youth usually grows up with, schooldays, sex and virginity, dating, pregnancy, dogs, being an artist, books, about some random people, and the people the author trusts.
I would like to say this is a very random collection. Although I appreciate the inclusion of real photographs of the people that are being talked about in this collection, I feel like it would have much been better if they were taken in a better way. Maybe included in a collage kind of way if they were to be included at all in their original forms or maybe should have been edited better.
Unfortunately, I couldn't find a favourite amongst this collection. Maybe it's a bit personal for the author herself, sadly I found it a bit difficult to relate. And I just couldn't enjoy the writing style or the composition.
Thank you #NetGalley for providing me this copy of #TellMeAnotherStory
The first part, named 'me', talks about grieve and loss of someone close, gay issues, poetry and writing, the people the author knows and childhood days.
The second part, named 'you', talks about the different issues that a youth usually grows up with, schooldays, sex and virginity, dating, pregnancy, dogs, being an artist, books, about some random people, and the people the author trusts.
I would like to say this is a very random collection. Although I appreciate the inclusion of real photographs of the people that are being talked about in this collection, I feel like it would have much been better if they were taken in a better way. Maybe included in a collage kind of way if they were to be included at all in their original forms or maybe should have been edited better.
Unfortunately, I couldn't find a favourite amongst this collection. Maybe it's a bit personal for the author herself, sadly I found it a bit difficult to relate. And I just couldn't enjoy the writing style or the composition.
Thank you #NetGalley for providing me this copy of #TellMeAnotherStory
August 26, 2019
The ARC of this book was provided by the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
This poetry collection is divided into two parts. The first part is about the author's personal life and the people that she cares about, whereas the second part tells the stories of others.
I did appreciate the first part more, maybe because I felt more connected to it and all the aspects of grief Emmy Marucci dealt with. The author faces the grief she feels for her grandpa. All the aspects she touched upon were very raw and real and that's what made me connect so deeply.
Overall it was a nice poetry collection.
This poetry collection is divided into two parts. The first part is about the author's personal life and the people that she cares about, whereas the second part tells the stories of others.
I did appreciate the first part more, maybe because I felt more connected to it and all the aspects of grief Emmy Marucci dealt with. The author faces the grief she feels for her grandpa. All the aspects she touched upon were very raw and real and that's what made me connect so deeply.
Overall it was a nice poetry collection.
October 3, 2019
3.5 stars.
Tell me another story was more of an okay read. The poems about loss and death were very good and touching and I enjoyed those a lot.
But as for the others, not so much. They were either hit or miss for me. Half were okay and half I didn't really like especially when half of said poems were repetitive.
Another thing I can't help but focus on was the amount of blank pages in between the poems. As an environmental student, I can't help but think it's such a waste of paper.
In these kind of poems, there are usually illustrations but for this book it was pictures instead. I found that to be a nice change from the norm.
Overall, it wasn't bad and it was a fast read. The poems about loss were honestly really good but the other half was fine, I guess.
Thank you Netgalley for providing me with the digital copy for an honest review.
**Changing it to 3 stars because I didn't feel like it aged too well for me.
Tell me another story was more of an okay read. The poems about loss and death were very good and touching and I enjoyed those a lot.
But as for the others, not so much. They were either hit or miss for me. Half were okay and half I didn't really like especially when half of said poems were repetitive.
Another thing I can't help but focus on was the amount of blank pages in between the poems. As an environmental student, I can't help but think it's such a waste of paper.
In these kind of poems, there are usually illustrations but for this book it was pictures instead. I found that to be a nice change from the norm.
Overall, it wasn't bad and it was a fast read. The poems about loss were honestly really good but the other half was fine, I guess.
Thank you Netgalley for providing me with the digital copy for an honest review.
**Changing it to 3 stars because I didn't feel like it aged too well for me.
August 25, 2019
This collection explores a variety of topics including loss, youth, love, acceptance, heartbreak, and much more.
Over half a decade ago now, I lost my grandfather to cancer. It was a drawn-out, miserable death where he became a very small shadow of himself before finally leaving us. Like Emmy Marucci's grandfather, he was a musician. He played the mandolin, and that's what I'd wake up to every morning when I slept over and what I'd hear at any family gatherings.
"and if there was any religion
inside those walls at all
it was the music
coming from your horn"
I miss him, and the poems about Marucci's own grandfather really, really got to me. I don't think I've ever cried over poetry before today.
Turns out, I don't like heaven, either.
There are no words to explain how beautiful this book is. I think there's a poem— at least one, but almost certainly more— that each and every one of us can really connect to. Granted there were a few I didn't like— I'm not a fan of hearing about boys crushing fireflies between their fingers or people pinning butterflies and watching them struggle until they die, but I still enjoyed the writing and the meaning behind the words. My heart just can't handle anything suffering.
Over half a decade ago now, I lost my grandfather to cancer. It was a drawn-out, miserable death where he became a very small shadow of himself before finally leaving us. Like Emmy Marucci's grandfather, he was a musician. He played the mandolin, and that's what I'd wake up to every morning when I slept over and what I'd hear at any family gatherings.
"and if there was any religion
inside those walls at all
it was the music
coming from your horn"
I miss him, and the poems about Marucci's own grandfather really, really got to me. I don't think I've ever cried over poetry before today.
Turns out, I don't like heaven, either.
There are no words to explain how beautiful this book is. I think there's a poem— at least one, but almost certainly more— that each and every one of us can really connect to. Granted there were a few I didn't like— I'm not a fan of hearing about boys crushing fireflies between their fingers or people pinning butterflies and watching them struggle until they die, but I still enjoyed the writing and the meaning behind the words. My heart just can't handle anything suffering.
September 18, 2019
I received an advance reader copy from Netgalley in exchange for my honest review.
During this collection of poetry I honestly felt like we were following the author through parts of her life. But, I feel like she was also trying to connect with her readers as well. The atmosphere of her writing was absolutely beautiful and I loved the fact she incorporated pictures of her family and friends. I read this in two sittings and I’d definitely be interested in reading her other works as well.
During this collection of poetry I honestly felt like we were following the author through parts of her life. But, I feel like she was also trying to connect with her readers as well. The atmosphere of her writing was absolutely beautiful and I loved the fact she incorporated pictures of her family and friends. I read this in two sittings and I’d definitely be interested in reading her other works as well.
February 9, 2020
2.5 stars
Liked a couple of these poems but the vast majority were a big miss for me.
Liked a couple of these poems but the vast majority were a big miss for me.
March 11, 2024
the grief never really goes away and the poems about her grandfather hit me where i live. it's hard to review poetry because it's such a variable work... and in terms of the theme, here, i really enjoyed the stories threaded throughout the poetry and the accompanying photos. some did not work for me, and some really wrecked me. anyway i'm trying to read more varying genre this year and really enjoyed this entry into the contemporary poetry landscape
November 15, 2022
A beautiful collection of poems. I don't know how to describe this!
A collection of love and loss and more stories that I never thought I wanted to hear more of.
Tell me another story, please more and over and over again.
A collection of love and loss and more stories that I never thought I wanted to hear more of.
Tell me another story, please more and over and over again.
October 8, 2019
(3.5-4 stars.) Blog | Twitter | Instagram | Review can be found here at Booked J.
As always, a copy of this book was provided by the publisher or author in exchange for my honest review. This does not effect my opinion in any way.
What to say... what to say... this was gorgeous.
Wow, I love poetry. I know, I say this all the time, but it is what it is. To be honest, I keep bouncing around on what to rate this collection. It was beautiful, personal and well written, but it did have its weak points in terms of coherency and format. Although I love the inclusion of pictures in theory, it felt like it might have stunted the flow of poems in a way--it was almost out of place--and wasn't exactly what the prose needed to elevate itself.
That is probably one of the only criticisms I have towards Tell Me Another Story. Some of it felt out of place and most of this can be attributed to the inclusion of pictures. Which is to say that there isn't a lot to criticize throughout these poems. I found myself jotting down notes and lines and taking everything Emmy Marucci had to say in.
Tell Me Another Story feels like a retrospective of one's life. Marucci has an easy-going tone to her that gets straight to the point of what she is feeling, thinking and/or experiencing. Which, I appreciate. It makes reading these poems all the more intimate, and isn't that what prose is about? Reaching out to the audience in so few words? Letting them hold tiny parts of the life you live, and making those tiny parts feel so much bigger? Tell Me Another Story accomplishes this and more; writing up a life that has been lived, in a way that feels like a friend reaching out to you.
One of the most striking things about Marucci's prose is how she eases us into her heart when it comes to grief. As an audience, we feel her loss and that dull ache that comes with it. I found myself tearing up at the honesty in which she portrays the loss of a loved one. It left me feeling an array of feelings both towards what she had experienced and what I've experienced in my life. She explores it with warmth, sincerity and it let me feeling highly emotional at specific points.
Overall, Marucci is her best when she explores the toughened topics of morality and what it means to grow up. It is, without a doubt, the sort of prose that requires a box of tissues and an open heart. I really enjoyed getting to know Marucci and the words she writes. Tell Me Another Story is a moving collection that will surely be amongst the best in poetry this year.
As always, a copy of this book was provided by the publisher or author in exchange for my honest review. This does not effect my opinion in any way.
What to say... what to say... this was gorgeous.
Wow, I love poetry. I know, I say this all the time, but it is what it is. To be honest, I keep bouncing around on what to rate this collection. It was beautiful, personal and well written, but it did have its weak points in terms of coherency and format. Although I love the inclusion of pictures in theory, it felt like it might have stunted the flow of poems in a way--it was almost out of place--and wasn't exactly what the prose needed to elevate itself.
That is probably one of the only criticisms I have towards Tell Me Another Story. Some of it felt out of place and most of this can be attributed to the inclusion of pictures. Which is to say that there isn't a lot to criticize throughout these poems. I found myself jotting down notes and lines and taking everything Emmy Marucci had to say in.
Tell Me Another Story feels like a retrospective of one's life. Marucci has an easy-going tone to her that gets straight to the point of what she is feeling, thinking and/or experiencing. Which, I appreciate. It makes reading these poems all the more intimate, and isn't that what prose is about? Reaching out to the audience in so few words? Letting them hold tiny parts of the life you live, and making those tiny parts feel so much bigger? Tell Me Another Story accomplishes this and more; writing up a life that has been lived, in a way that feels like a friend reaching out to you.
One of the most striking things about Marucci's prose is how she eases us into her heart when it comes to grief. As an audience, we feel her loss and that dull ache that comes with it. I found myself tearing up at the honesty in which she portrays the loss of a loved one. It left me feeling an array of feelings both towards what she had experienced and what I've experienced in my life. She explores it with warmth, sincerity and it let me feeling highly emotional at specific points.
Overall, Marucci is her best when she explores the toughened topics of morality and what it means to grow up. It is, without a doubt, the sort of prose that requires a box of tissues and an open heart. I really enjoyed getting to know Marucci and the words she writes. Tell Me Another Story is a moving collection that will surely be amongst the best in poetry this year.
August 26, 2019
Unfortunately, I didn't really connect with this poetry collection at all. I loved the concept, of sharing stories told or assumed from strangers, and I thought the pictures included were absolutely beautiful. But as far as the actual poetry, I didn't personally feel anything very deeply from it, which is so important to me when it comes to poetry.
I don't doubt that there will be some people who really love this. And maybe if I read it again in a year, I would connect with it in new ways based on experiences I haven't had yet. But for now, it fell flat.
I preferred the second part, You, to the first. The first part focused largely on the grief that came with the loss of the author's grandfather. While this was certainly sad, it felt like a lot of the meaning had to be gleaned from the reader's understanding of their family traditions, or songs that were important to them and I, unfortunately, was not. It felt like I was sitting in on somebody else's Thanksgiving, as everyone recounted memories that I was not at all a part of.
The second part was slightly more interesting to me, although the theme of telling others' stories wasn't as prevalent as I was hoping for. The collection seemed to move from theme to theme and end rather abruptly. Overall, this was a quick read, but unfortunately one that I feel I could've skipped.
I don't doubt that there will be some people who really love this. And maybe if I read it again in a year, I would connect with it in new ways based on experiences I haven't had yet. But for now, it fell flat.
I preferred the second part, You, to the first. The first part focused largely on the grief that came with the loss of the author's grandfather. While this was certainly sad, it felt like a lot of the meaning had to be gleaned from the reader's understanding of their family traditions, or songs that were important to them and I, unfortunately, was not. It felt like I was sitting in on somebody else's Thanksgiving, as everyone recounted memories that I was not at all a part of.
The second part was slightly more interesting to me, although the theme of telling others' stories wasn't as prevalent as I was hoping for. The collection seemed to move from theme to theme and end rather abruptly. Overall, this was a quick read, but unfortunately one that I feel I could've skipped.
September 14, 2019
From the poem, everyone’s dad is dying, to the mentions of Bukowski.. this collection of poems had me smiling one moment and crying the next.
“you are motorcycles
and vintage cameras
and dirt on your hands
you are stopping for
mcdonald’s french fries
on the way to violin class”
Emmy Marucci brings magic to the ordinary and delivers the hard stuff sublimely. I truly did not want this to end.
“you are motorcycles
and vintage cameras
and dirt on your hands
you are stopping for
mcdonald’s french fries
on the way to violin class”
Emmy Marucci brings magic to the ordinary and delivers the hard stuff sublimely. I truly did not want this to end.
May 17, 2020
1.5/5
the first part was so, so personal (in a really sad way), the second one was just ok. i was bored half the book and i'm kinda sad because the book had a lot of potential! And it was lost!!
*note: i received a copy via netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
the first part was so, so personal (in a really sad way), the second one was just ok. i was bored half the book and i'm kinda sad because the book had a lot of potential! And it was lost!!
*note: i received a copy via netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
she is angry
the kind of angry that’s mixed with sad
September 6, 2019
"They say we're wild girls
But wild girls should be free."
"There's nothing sadder
Than seeing an angel
Right in front of you
And realising
No one
Cares at all."
"Sometimes words
Aren't enough
Sometimes words
Aren't necessary
Sometimes the faint
Clicking of our hearts
Is enough."
This review is going to be short. I know I don't add more than one quote when I review but I couldn't choose between these three. When I read the description, it instantly connected with me and I took it.
Two parts. Me and You. 'Tell me another story" hits all the right notches. Written to vent, it takes us on a journey of loss, death, love, pain and healing. Every poem is perfect blend of craft and emotions, nostalgia hitting you at some points. What really stood out for me are the details while she is reminiscing, while she is in pain and the fact she still had her eyes open to the world around her as she goes through so much. That is immensely applaudable! The collection is very personal, so there were times when I didn't know what the poems are suggesting but I loved the finesse in it though. I loved Marucci's poetrical style and the photographs accompanying these memories, these pieces of art, made the reading experience quite memorable. This would be a very important book, someday in the future for all it has!
Recommended: Yes, to anyone who wants to experience life from another's POV.
But wild girls should be free."
"There's nothing sadder
Than seeing an angel
Right in front of you
And realising
No one
Cares at all."
"Sometimes words
Aren't enough
Sometimes words
Aren't necessary
Sometimes the faint
Clicking of our hearts
Is enough."
This review is going to be short. I know I don't add more than one quote when I review but I couldn't choose between these three. When I read the description, it instantly connected with me and I took it.
Two parts. Me and You. 'Tell me another story" hits all the right notches. Written to vent, it takes us on a journey of loss, death, love, pain and healing. Every poem is perfect blend of craft and emotions, nostalgia hitting you at some points. What really stood out for me are the details while she is reminiscing, while she is in pain and the fact she still had her eyes open to the world around her as she goes through so much. That is immensely applaudable! The collection is very personal, so there were times when I didn't know what the poems are suggesting but I loved the finesse in it though. I loved Marucci's poetrical style and the photographs accompanying these memories, these pieces of art, made the reading experience quite memorable. This would be a very important book, someday in the future for all it has!
Recommended: Yes, to anyone who wants to experience life from another's POV.
September 5, 2019
Thank you so much Netgalley for allowing me to read an ARC of this collection!
This poetry collection was split into two parts; me & you.
'me' was mostly about the author's own experiences grieving her sick grandfather, which was touching, but I (fortunately) cannot relate on as deep a level as other readers may. It also felt quite nostalgic, but again I felt disconnected, sort of like when people are talking about memories that you weren't there for.
1 star
'you' I enjoyed much more. it was a collection of other people's stories and my two favourite poems were "my school is on the news" and "time".
2.5 stars
overall, the poems were quite hit and miss for me, but I adored a few. The photographs were gorgeous as well!
This poetry collection was split into two parts; me & you.
'me' was mostly about the author's own experiences grieving her sick grandfather, which was touching, but I (fortunately) cannot relate on as deep a level as other readers may. It also felt quite nostalgic, but again I felt disconnected, sort of like when people are talking about memories that you weren't there for.
1 star
'you' I enjoyed much more. it was a collection of other people's stories and my two favourite poems were "my school is on the news" and "time".
2.5 stars
overall, the poems were quite hit and miss for me, but I adored a few. The photographs were gorgeous as well!
December 10, 2020
a lot of people did NOT like this book because it felt too personal to the author. i loved this book BECAUSE it was personal to the author. she captures the feeling of loss so well in such a personal way and this felt really important for her development and process of grief.
February 16, 2021
i’m always a fan of “cliche tumblr poetry” but this one just didn’t really do it for me. i think the author had lots of great things to say, but the execution wasn’t too fantastic. would have been two stars, but the photography included throughout earned it another.
October 21, 2019
The pictures were pretty. The poetry was a waste of space between a gorgeous cover/jacket design they didn’t deserve. Trying way too hard while also thinking it’s the most brilliant thing ever written. Stop writing poetry about being a poet, you’re way too self-referential and self-absorbed. And stop fawning over overrated male writers.
None of this was cute except the gorgeous exterior design. Seems pretty indicative of the author in general.
None of this was cute except the gorgeous exterior design. Seems pretty indicative of the author in general.
January 9, 2022
Overall this was an OK read and exactly what I was expecting having read the synopsis: poetry about familial bonds and strangers. The poems about the loss of the poet's grandfather especially touched me. I'm close to my grandad and struggle enough as it is to see him withering away in old age. He made me so much of who I am today. I'll be devastated when his time comes to leave us so those poems were extremely relatable to me.
3.75 stars
3.75 stars
August 28, 2019
This one is mainly about grief, as many poetry books are in some way. The loss of a loved one and dealing with it can be manifested in many ways. I sympathize with this one as I can easily relate.
September 26, 2019
Tell Me Another Story made me cry immediately. I was so touched by this collection of poems because of how true and close it all felt. From being able to safely acknowledge my own grief over losing my own grandparents not so long ago, to the childhood memories, this collection felt nostalgic.
I am unsure how to explain it other than reading this felt like sitting in bed with your best friend, hand in hand, having those deep heart-to-heart conversations at 2 AM when you sleep over. There is a safety and vulnerability to this collection that is so welcoming and enjoyable.
Emmy's poems of childhood and her descriptions hit close to home as well, it made me incredibly nostalgic for my own life, as well as for her own in an odd way.
This is such a cozy book in the way of it feeling familiar and safe like an old friend. I am so glad I picked this one up!
Thanks so much to NetGalley and Andrews McMeel Publishing for providing me with this copy!
I am unsure how to explain it other than reading this felt like sitting in bed with your best friend, hand in hand, having those deep heart-to-heart conversations at 2 AM when you sleep over. There is a safety and vulnerability to this collection that is so welcoming and enjoyable.
Emmy's poems of childhood and her descriptions hit close to home as well, it made me incredibly nostalgic for my own life, as well as for her own in an odd way.
This is such a cozy book in the way of it feeling familiar and safe like an old friend. I am so glad I picked this one up!
Thanks so much to NetGalley and Andrews McMeel Publishing for providing me with this copy!
September 13, 2019
Reading this while going through grief of my own was an emotional experience to say the least. Some of the poems were very heavy hitting for me and I resonated deeply with a lot of what the author talked about.
I feel like most of the poems helped me in a sense to remember it’s normal to grieve and it is a process.
Like a lot of the reviews have said, I really recommend this if you have or are currently going through any type of loss, grief, etc.
Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC!
I feel like most of the poems helped me in a sense to remember it’s normal to grieve and it is a process.
Like a lot of the reviews have said, I really recommend this if you have or are currently going through any type of loss, grief, etc.
Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC!
October 6, 2019
I really like this type of poetry. Not only phrases inside the books, but the author adds some illustrations to illustrate some parts of the book which was really mesmerizing to see. Thank you @Netgalley especially the publisher for providing me an electronic ARC.
October 8, 2021
This poetry collection didn’t really impact me much. It was a quick and easy read to listen to while I was on midnights. It made me think however it wasn’t much. I should really think about weather I’ll try her other books.
September 2, 2019
Fantastic from top to bottom. Hit me at my core when I least expected it. Felt very personal but in a great way. I could relate to the emotions expressed like they were my own.
September 6, 2019
Beautiful story about losing and loving.
October 19, 2019
Such powerful and poignant poems, you can feel the love, admiration, and loss in the words Emmy shares. I'll be looking for more of this poet's work.
November 6, 2019
Received as a giveaway and I am thoroughly impressed! Beautiful, strong, honest poetry with color photography! Amazing read! Deeply suggest!
July 26, 2021
I liked the photos the most.
September 18, 2019
“Tell Me Another Story” is a wonderful poetry collection divided into two parts: “me” referring to Marucci, and the stories and memories she has of her family, herself and her process through grieving her grandfather. The second part, “you” is made up of dozens of poems about strangers she encounters, her observations, conversations, and their stories.
I loved this collection, and I found myself in need of her work. Marucci manages to capture the small and big moments and details of grief in painfully accurate detail to the point where I found myself getting teared up in the beginning of the book. Her poems and photographs are specific enough to picture her subjects as they are through her lens but relatable enough for the reader to picture their own losses, encounters with strangers, and family within her words. Her poems about grief were the strongest, in my opinion, as I found myself relating exactly to poems in both sections, glad that I wasn’t the only one that felt certain ways or felt certain things within the grief process.
The photographs in the book are often specific to certain poems, giving the reader an extra visual to mood and details mentioned in her words. The photos are not distracting but are beautiful both accompanying Marucci’s written work as well as on their own.
I only wish that the collection’s “me” section were longer, since it was my favourite of the two sections. “Me” felt more cohesive than the “you” section, but both compliment each other very well as a whole, and poems from both sections have remained stuck in my mind after finishing the book in one sitting.
I highly recommend “Tell Me Another Story” for its attention to the little details and big ones, the photographs and the way the reader can easily see their own stories within Marucci’s. I look forward to future work, and will be buying myself a copy when this collection comes out for purchase!
I loved this collection, and I found myself in need of her work. Marucci manages to capture the small and big moments and details of grief in painfully accurate detail to the point where I found myself getting teared up in the beginning of the book. Her poems and photographs are specific enough to picture her subjects as they are through her lens but relatable enough for the reader to picture their own losses, encounters with strangers, and family within her words. Her poems about grief were the strongest, in my opinion, as I found myself relating exactly to poems in both sections, glad that I wasn’t the only one that felt certain ways or felt certain things within the grief process.
The photographs in the book are often specific to certain poems, giving the reader an extra visual to mood and details mentioned in her words. The photos are not distracting but are beautiful both accompanying Marucci’s written work as well as on their own.
I only wish that the collection’s “me” section were longer, since it was my favourite of the two sections. “Me” felt more cohesive than the “you” section, but both compliment each other very well as a whole, and poems from both sections have remained stuck in my mind after finishing the book in one sitting.
I highly recommend “Tell Me Another Story” for its attention to the little details and big ones, the photographs and the way the reader can easily see their own stories within Marucci’s. I look forward to future work, and will be buying myself a copy when this collection comes out for purchase!
March 22, 2020
Thank you to Netgalley and Andrews McMeel Publishing for the free e-ARC in exchange for my honest opinion.
This collection of poetry is divided into two distinct sections. The first focuses on the poet's personal life and the lives of those closest to her. It deals with grief, loss, and childhood memories. The second focuses on the lives of others: strangers she meets, new and old friends, etc. This collection is quite random at times but still beautiful. I connected with the first half much better on a personal level with the author than I did with the second half. Maybe its easier to understand someone when they're expressing emotions and grief that you've experienced yourself than it is to read about a stranger without a personal connection. I found her writing to be lovely throughout though so it was definitely an enjoyable read, just not 100% my cup of tea.
This collection of poetry is divided into two distinct sections. The first focuses on the poet's personal life and the lives of those closest to her. It deals with grief, loss, and childhood memories. The second focuses on the lives of others: strangers she meets, new and old friends, etc. This collection is quite random at times but still beautiful. I connected with the first half much better on a personal level with the author than I did with the second half. Maybe its easier to understand someone when they're expressing emotions and grief that you've experienced yourself than it is to read about a stranger without a personal connection. I found her writing to be lovely throughout though so it was definitely an enjoyable read, just not 100% my cup of tea.
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