Thanks to NetGalley for the Arc.

I enjoyed this book, but I can't deny that it seemed to spike my anxiety reading it. I'm not sure if it's just watching someone recount their entire life and feeling that sort of urgency with the writing as well, but I ended up having to take breaks and set it aside when it should have been a fast read. There were some phrases that I really enjoyed and the author does write very well. Overall, it just wasn't a book of poetry/vignettes that I completely fell in love with.

A series of vignettes that will speak to some readers more than others. It's very much about coming to age, coming to realize, coming into your own. Mitchael writes well and this is an engaging collection. Thanks to Netgalley for the ARC. Not poetry and the second person voice became annoying to me (that's on me) but there's good insight.

Normally when I finish a book, I wait a few days to let it ruminate in my psyche before forming a final opinion on it. They Will Tell You was no exception to that, and it took me a week or two before I could finally settle on my opinion.
This work is beautiful and it encapsulates the fast-paced wonder of growing up. Some of the chapters are inspiring while others fill you with a light existential dread. Being human is such a strange experience and They Will Tell You embodies the lessons and journeys of one life.

They Will Tell You the World Is Yours, by Anna Mitchael, is as original as it is thought-provoking. Every chapter is complete with beautiful prose, natural instinct and every little thing one may experience while growing up and growing older. Beginning at birth, continuing through adolescence, college, young adulthood and mid-life, my only regret is that the book doesn't give as much time to being in the last third of life as it does to the first and second third. Nevertheless it is a unique look at life and should be put on your reading list today.

This book was something out of my comfort zone. I don’t usually go for this genre, but something about it made me interested. I like the cover a lot and it definitely caught my eye. I found a lot of these stories relatable and that was such a good feeling. I feel like I read this book exactly at the right time in my life and it really worked for me.

I received They Will Tell You the World Is Yours as an ARC from Netgally in exchange for an honest review.

I read a lot of poetry, so I think I have a good grasp on what I like in the genre. Unfortunately, They Will Tell You the World Is Yours by Anna Mitchael fell flat for me. That said, I can admit that it is likely an age thing. I believe this work will be more substantial to younger readers just breaking into adulthood. Mitchael’s prose are solid and there are a few quote worthy lines, but for me I’m looking for that punch me in the gut feeling I get when reading the likes of Sarah Kay, Crystal Valentine, Melissa Lozada-Oliva. or Olivia Gatwood.

One of my favorite things about this collection from Mitchael is the vignette style layout, which lent well to each “They will tell you” section. Again, I think that Mitchael’s prose are very strong, and she is definitely one to watch as her writing experience grows. I truly believe that They Will Tell You the World Is Yours can have a substantial impact on younger readers who might identify more with each vignette. There are moments of brilliance, but my experiences were reading this and just shaking my head in agreement.

I am giving They Will Tell You the World Is Yours a high 3 star because I would absolutely recommend it, especially to first time poetry readers. It is digestible and easy to understand and, in my belief, a great collection for poetry novices. Mitchael is one to watch and I look forward to what she publishes next.

I don't tend to rate non-fiction because it feels weird, most of the time non-fiction is someone's life or facts but a book like this I feel like it is more acceptable in my brain to rate. I really like the writing in this and the writing style, however there were some sections that just felt off to me and for what this book ended up being I feel like it maybe could have even been shorter, some sections felt repetitive which in a book about her life isn't necessarily a bad things but it did feel like I read basically the same section again 20 pages later

This collection is a little too autobiographical for me, however, I can see the potential of some poems finding the perfect reader, who needed to hear the exact same thing the author told themselves. There being no unique concepts or creative formats and all poems following the same structure and concept makes this collection a bit boring and repetitive. A fitting read for readers looking for a lyrical self-help book.

Some may love this book it feels like a journey of one’s life from the point of view of someone young and continues as they get older but This book just wasn’t for me. Maybe I need to learn more about poetry. Others may really enjoy this one.

An incredibly introspective collection that felt deeply personal and meaningful. I found it so well written and thought provoking.

This collection of vignettes is beautifully written and made me feel like Anna had a window into my life, my past and my present with the stories she told. In the end, it had me wondering if my own experiences are what most other women also experience yet we don't talk about. There is a growth and change that happens throughout our lifetimes and an incredible movement within around age 40 and for me, especially after I had my children. This book brought all of that to light in a beautiful way.

"They Will Tell You The World Is Yours" is a collection of short stories about growing up, where the author describes all the experiences and emotions that accompany her. I liked that she writes about the differences between what she is told and what she feels and experiences. It shows real problems, among them her relationship with religion, school, boyfriends, work and children.

I give this book 4 stars.

I found this to be beautiful and compelling. It’s poetic without being poetry. Discussing and dissecting the human experience in vignettes. It was a really interesting style choice that drew me in from the beginning.

I hope to get a physical copy of this book so that I can spend a bit more time with it. I did feel a bit rushed because of the time limit on my NetGalley copy and I think this is one that really asks you to take your time.

Thank you to NetGalley, the author and the publisher for this ARC

Good bones, and some beautiful lines. Overall, not a bad poetry novel at all but still rough around the edges, which is refreshing but also hard to follow at times.

I recieved a digital ARC of this book from the publisher and NetGalley in exchange for reciew.

This book is filled with short vignettes of the author’s life about things she was told and things she was not. She shares how the things have either seemed to be true or not true depending on her experiences. Overall, this book is relatable and there are many lyrical quotes and passages. However, for a short book one would likely read in one sitting, it felt a bit repetitive. I enjoyed the book and some passages I will definitely go back to.

They Will Tell You the World Is Yours is a beautifully written, reflective collection of thoughts and vignettes about identity, purpose, and finding your own truth beyond what the world tells you to chase. Anna Mitchael’s lyrical style and gentle wisdom give this book a warm, meditative vibe — perfect for readers who enjoy quiet, introspective reads.

Anna Mitchael’s They Will Tell You the World Is Yours is a lyrical, introspective journey through the human experience, told in a series of poignant vignettes that chart the stages of life—from childhood wonder to the quiet reflections of old age. Each vignette opens with the refrain “they will tell you,” framing the chapters as pieces of inherited wisdom, societal expectation, or deeply personal truth.

This format gives the book a meditative rhythm, almost like a collection of prose poems or a philosophical diary. Mitchael’s voice is intimate and reflective, clearly drawing from her own life and emotional truths. While this personal perspective adds authenticity, it may not resonate equally with every reader. Some may find it deeply moving and relatable, while others might feel slightly distanced by its subjective tone.

That said, They Will Tell You the World Is Yours is not trying to preach or instruct—it’s an invitation to reflect on your own journey, the lessons you've been told, and the ones you’ve learned yourself. It’s a quiet, thoughtful read that’s best approached with patience and a willingness to pause and ponder.

Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC in return of an honest, unbiased review.

Dnf at 28%. I just wasn’t connecting to this collection. I did enjoy the way it’s told in chronological order, though, with each poem starting with the same line. I also enjoyed the illustrations that accompanied some of the poems.

I struggled to enjoy this book, even as a poetry lover, Mitchael's style falls flat, and is about mid way point becomes repetitive. Starting the majority of the poems with the refine "they will tell you" is at first charming and feels like the method to understand the world around you and the structure of the religion you where brought into. I wish Mitchael had taken a risk with her writing, as it feels like nothing more than a run-of-the-mill poetry book.

This was a bit of a hit and miss for me. I really appreciated the author mentioning in the foreword that she had no intention to capture universal experiences because you will only get some of those in passing, here and there. When you do though, you really get some beautiful thoughts worth pondering for a while. Fundamentally, this is a collection of very personal and intimate moments from the life of a woman starting with her as a baby all throughout her childhood, adolescence, young adulthood, as a grown woman and there are even a few glimpses of motherhood and middle-age. Sadly, there is not much in the way of rebellion in here, though, I would really have enjoyed to see more of that. In the grand scale of things her life is pretty run-of-the-mill: she grew up, found a solid job, married a man, had a daughter. The details, of course, are completely unique but if it was the word "rebellion" that caught your attention in the title, please take it with a grain of salt.
Many thanks to Convergent Books and NetGalley for this ARC in exchange for an honest review!