MAIDEN is my favorite poetry collection I've read in awhile (and I read lots of poetry). Travis Tate has an incredible way of wounding you with their words-- the language, imagery, and characters in MAIDEN are breathtaking, visceral, and haunting (in the best ways). I would recommend this collection to anybody who finds joy in poetry, language, and storytelling.
I found this book to be beautiful. I particularly enjoyed the biblical references and the way that the poet plays with those references. It is a lovely collection.