Publishing date: 06.10.2024
Thank you to NetGalley and Atmosphere Press for the ARC. My opinions are my own.

This was sadly not for me at all. I went in expecting something specific, and got something different.

I had expected more abstract poems. What I got instead was pretty straightforward chronicles of different peoples lives that ended up weaving into each other. Recently I have learned that chronicles that are just that and nothing else are really not for me. Even if this was a "little" bit abstract, it wasn't abstract enough in the chronicles.

I found the shorter poems sprinkled throughout to be drowning away between the longer ones. Not really adding much to the collection. They were a nice break from the longer ones, but not much more than that.

Final ranking and star rating?
2 stars, D tier. This was simply not for me. I won't drag the book anymore through the mud. It might be for you, it might not.
Overall, I expected something different, and that's okay. Not all of them are winners.

“Taxonomic Vignettes” is a poetry collection that intricately weaves vibrant life stories with an in-depth exploration of the nature and evolution of friendship. The work is characterized by its use of felicitous phrases and a comforting musical rhythm, creating an engaging reading experience.

The collection primarily consists of longer poems, interspersed with shorter, lighter pieces. This structure allows for a diverse exploration of themes, delving into crucial life conflicts and trajectories that resonate with readers on multiple levels.