I read The Princess Saves Herself In This One Back when it was first released in 2017 and I didn't love it. I felt the poetry was immature and essentially rambling sentences with line breaks. I had hoped when I requested Lovelace's latest collection that the writing would have matured over the past 7 years but unfortunately it still fell short for me. I think it will resonate with some readers, but that reader is not me. Thank you to NetGalley and Andrews McMeel publishing for the opportunity to read and review.

I’ve really enjoyed some of Lovelace’s previous poetry collections so it’s no surprise I enjoyed this as well. The author is phenomenal at short form poetry that really packs a punch. I really appreciated the focus on self-love, body acceptance, and witchcraft in this collection.

Thank you, Netgalley and the publisher for always approving my requests of amanda lovelace's work. I love her poetry no matter what some people might say.

This poetry collection felt so personal and has some many gems. A few favourites of mine include: Luna, in her self-acceptance era, she followed the moon back to herself and that's enough for her.

The art work is also stunning. I love the moths and the artwork instead the poetry collection.

If you like feminism, witchcraft and healing journeys this is the poetry collection for you

I've distanced myself a bit from this type of poetry books, and I've come to the conclusion that they're not for me, and I'm no longer the audience they aim to reach. There are a few that I did enjoy, but most seemed like pretentious phrases, very much in the 'Live. Laugh. Love.' style.
Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read an advanced copy of this book in exchange for an honest review 🤍

Amanda Lovelace loves to get me all proud of being a woman and that’s something that brings me back every time. The passion you can feel that was put into this is very apparent.

I do feel once you’ve read one of Amanda’s poetry you’ve read them all which isn’t a bad thing for most people I just wanted something a bit different.

I’d like to thank NetGalley for the ARC. All opinions expressed are my own.

I am not sure what the difference is, but this poetry collection feels decidedly different from Lovelace’s other poetry collections. It feels too trite and more like a composition of things I would see on Instagram (“We are the daughters of witches you didn’t burn.” Etc etc) as opposed to things I could relate to.

There were some poems that I did enjoy more, and I appreciate the moments of body acceptance, but overall this made me wonder if I had outgrown Amanda Lovelace.

If you love sassy but witchy Instagram fodder, then this might be the collection for you.

This book follows a journey of self healing and discovery as a woman learns to love herself. Reading this was incredibly therapeutic, as it is normalizing mental health struggles and body standards through spirituality and self care. I love poetry, and this book is giving “I’m just a girl” in all of the best ways possible. If there is one thing Amanda Lovelace has conveyed through her writing, it is that everyone is beautiful regardless of what you’ve been through or who you are. You deserve to be loved for who you are and not for who people want you to be, and that you should never be ashamed of being you. Everyone deserves to light a lavender scented candle, surround themselves with crystals, and follow the moon back to yourself.

ARC kindly provided by the publisher in exchange for an honest review.

For the first time I have rated Amanda Lovelace’s poetry collection higher than 3 stars. I adore this book as it centers of self-love and embracing your flaws. It uplifts you to be more confident with yourself and never letting others mock you.

Simple yet impactful.

I was given the opportunity to read this beautiful book of poetry before it released. This is a lovely addition to Amanda Lovelace’s 9 previous poetry collections.

Each book has been crafted to display genuine emotions and provide readers with an opportunity to delve into their own thoughts and feelings. I personally appreciate poetry and Amanda Lovelace's skill in creating relatable experiences that resonate with readers.

Cultivate deeper bonds and transform lives through the power of written words, fostering empathy and understanding.

First of all the illustrations were STUNNING! I’ve read all of Amanda’s books and her words just have a way of speaking right to your soul in the ways you need it most! I loved the spiritual aspects of this piece and the messages of empowerment! Definitely recommending to others!

As someone with two moth tattoos, I love the moth iconography. My favorite poems were "now, if anything, she thanks them for the lessons.", "it's just that she's a scorpio.", and "celestial are they.". Poems regarding the grief and acceptance of losing friendships, acknowledging the lessons learned, and the importance of looking at people or situations in a different light are all topics that I love reading about in poetry. The queer representation and reflections are really appreciated as well.

Unfortunately, I didn't like or relate to most of these poems. The only reason I'm going into detail about what I didn't like is because I think many people will love these poems for the exact reasons that I dislike them. The poems flow along the same stream as Taylor Swift and Colleen Hoover fans do. I truly trust that Lovelace wrote these from the heart, but to me, the topics/ideas written about are overplayed and ostentatious. They give off a "Look What You Made Me Do" and "Who's Afraid of Little Old Me" vibe that just does not work for me at all. These poems covered important topics that should be talked about and reflected on, they just weren't done in a manner that I personally like.

Thank you to NetGalley, Andrews McMeel Publishing, and Amanda Lovelace for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

I think some of the topics covered here are important and relatable, but this lacks the depth I look for in poetry. It felt more like a diary with scattered thoughts and feelings than actual poems. 13 year old me would've ate this up, but 30 year old me would much rather read Mary Oliver. Thank you Netalley for the ARC.

This book feel like a first aid from every women. Every page you open gives you a boost of good energy. It takes you back to your own unique self. It's so empowering! It's full of love and acceptance. It's magic.
Don't expect Robert Frost poetry from this book, but expect a key to woman's soul, expect feeling good.
I am anxious, ADHD, scorpio, feeling really under the weather in the past year- thank you for reminding me who I am. I have found some of my lost pieces thanks to this book.
I love the illustrations in it and cover of the book. Pink and green have been my favourite combination this year!
I will definitelly need to get myself a physical copy of this book, and carry it everywhere.
Thank you for eARC.

In a wild turn of fate, Amanda Lovelace published work that's entirely convivial (that's not a backhanded compliment, I love her poems regardless). Unless I've missed another collection that is wholly buoyant though, this is a fairly new vibe for her and I'm definitely here for it.

My only complaint is the continuous mention of astrology. I'm not sure it's fair to consider it a real "complaint" though, because I know going into anything by Amanda that it's going to mention astrology.

{Thank you bunches to NetGalley, Amanda Lovelace and publisher for the eARC in exchange for my honest review!}

Thank you NetGalley and Andrews McMeel Publishing

I think you can really see the growth in her writing in this one. I do prefer it so much more over her previous works. It is a good poetry collection to read when you are on your healing process and in your love yourself era.

First thank you to NetGalley without you I would not be able to read this book.

Second, I loved this book so much I found so many poems that I loved. I felt I related to some of the poems. My favorite was that’s just how it goes sometimes. Because let’s face it that is life. When you read it you will relate to so much of it. At least that’s how I felt.

Third, go buy this book.

While there are certain aspects of this collection of poetry by Amanda Lovelace that I can appreciate, I've found that I don't care for poetry that is overly personal in nature. I prefer to be able to relate to the poetry that I read and this was not a collection I could relate to at all.

I have always loved Lovelace's work. I find myself feeling a lot of the same feelings as she does and she explains it so well. As someone who struggles to put my thoughts and feelings into anything that makes sense I really appreciate how she captures it. Always a fan and super happy I had the opportunity to read this.

Such a beautiful collection of poems!

Firstly, I LOVED the illustrations, they are stunning and deserve a review of their own in all honesty. This whole book felt so thoughtful and intimate from the dedication at the beginning all the way through to the last poem.

Amanda’s honesty cuts through so clearly in this collection and there are some really vulnerable and raw moments. Saying this, I was amazed by how respectful they are when talking about negative experiences involving others and the peace they have found with the good and bad they’ve encountered.

This book is dripping with maturity and character growth and the butterfly illustrations make sense because I really felt an evolution of perspective throughout the poems.

I also admired the contrast between big, heavy topics and simple humble gratitude of hazelnut lattes - this felt like a real story told through the medium of poems and that comes through so strongly.

Structurally, it would’ve been nice to have sections (empowered, weak, brave etc) as some of the poems were organised together with similar themes and it became repetitive if I didn’t know that this section was going to be about self empowerment or family relationships etc.

Also would’ve loved some more work on Amanda’s relationship with her craft as that was mentioned in the intro so it would’ve been nice to see that fleshed out a bit more.

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I just ADORE Amanda Lovelace, she never disappoints with her authenticity. I so appreciate her ability to emulate and articulate real life human struggles. This collection feels like a chat with a dear friend, reminding you of your own power and beauty. Amanda’s poems inspire and uplift, making you feel seen and understood. 💖 Her words are simple yet profound, lessons of pain, resilience, and triumph. This book is a heartfelt reminder that we all have the strength within us to save ourselves. Absolutely loved it!

I am obsessed with the cover and all the PINK! I can't wait to purchase a physical copy - so beautiful!

Thank you NetGalley, Andrews McMeel Publishing, & the author for my ARC!