twenty one

by Amal Abdul-Hussein

in twenty one, you are taken to a deeper level of the mind to explore the curiosity beyond the world’s surface and you are challenged to take in the thoughts on topics that are usually avoided, for instance, things that became the norm because society said so.

we are used to the earth we live on and what we already know, but we must put thought into exploring the possibilities that there is definitely more.

Genres: Poetry

99 pages, Paperback

First published January 21, 2021

About the author

Amal Abdul-Hussein is an author who grew up in the capital of Canada, Ottawa, ON. After exploring children’s literature, she entered the world of poetry and decided it was time to make use of the words that her heart was begging to say. Her main purpose will always be to impact children, but to also impact all humans in general as they affect the little ones that are still growing. If we heal, they heal. Any heart out there who doesn’t feel like they can reach out for help, she is asking that you try. Things will get better, they always do and if she is part of that journey, her dream has come true.

Reviews

[Katalina · Rating 5 out of 5]

Left me glued until it was completed. Raised many questions in my mind and wasn’t the same old love poems or self-love poems you see in most modern poetry books. You are told new things, things you never even thought of!

[Trudi · Rating 4 out of 5]

I recieved this book of poetry from goodreads. First off I will tell you I don't normally gravitate towards poetry. I don't have the patience to read and analyze. However, I really enjoyed Amal's words. Her thoughts were brilliant and spoke to me on a deep level. I must say I left my 20's behind years ago, but I still got alot from it. Sometimes it made me wish I could go back and tweek a few things. Sometimes I was like aha yes exactly. Sometimes I just felt like it was a new perspective. My favorite was the afterlife. I suppose that is just my kind of thing. It could be a real quick read, but I chose to absorb every word and rumminate on them. Thank you goodreads for the opportunity to read a book I would normally never pick up.

[Jennifer · Rating 3 out of 5]

Going with 2.5 stars here. Super quick read. The poems are mostly just single statements spread over 2 to 3 lines, many of them have an inspirational poster feel to them. None have titles. This might be a good poetry book for people who don't tend to like poetry, because there isn't anything that's difficult to understand. There were definitely some good lines in here, and there's a general feeling of positivity and encouragement from the words. Not a bad thing for the times we live in, I suppose, when negativity keeps trying to rule the day. (Won this in a goodreads giveaway)

[Daphnée · Rating 4 out of 5]

Read it in one sitting, absolutely loved it. Definetly a conversation starter.

[Melanie Tourine · Rating 5 out of 5]

I like it, I love Rupi Kaur and her style if you like modern poetry, these are the books to purchase and if you don’t, don’t go for it! Some people have a hard time accepting this new style, but if it made me feel a type of way, I’ll say I’m happy with my purchase:) anyone suggest me any others in the same style? I feel like I read every possible poetry book release lol

[Ines · Rating 4 out of 5]

I usually do not read poetry often, but stumbling upon this one here most definitely wasn’t a waste of time.

Very modern, easy to get through and inspiring. To me, It inspires living, common sense and hope of a better future that we have to work for.

“ why do we relate
white to pure
and black to sinful
night to crimes
and day to rise “

[Josie Robinson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Quite interesting.. I am unsure if the author’s goal was to come after Amanda Lovelace because Amanda is a men hater......? Any who I got the kindle for free the ebook version is all over the place I think it did not convert properly as I purchased the paperback and it’s much much better in format.

[Domino Books · Rating 5 out of 5]

I think this book, you have to be in a certain mindset to be able to understand exactly what this Author is trying to express. It’s not based on topics commonly repeated/found in other Modern Poetry. Overall, amazing powerful words and waiting for next one. Love from USA.

[Yaheya · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hello Amal, if you are reading this I am an old friend and I was looking to get in touch with you. Contact me by email at yaheya.benamiar@gmail.com

[Alaina Alfonza · Rating 5 out of 5]

Similar to the modern poetry tastes nowadays, not for everyone and not for the older generations to understand for sure but incredible to me.

[Elodie Chris · Rating 3 out of 5]

Won my first Goodreads giveaway, I can't wait to receive it and will update my review when I read it.