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"A masterclass in poetry" - Ben Vlam
 
"As you're reading, you feel like Hughes is standing in front of you, telling a story that strikes deep into your heart." - Alessandro Reale, award-winning author of Dodger's Doorway
 
"A must read if you're craving introspection and connection, which the world needs more of." - Sophie Laine
 
A captivating and stunningly poignant poetry debut, Roots of a Girl walks through the story of enduring childhood hardships, healing, and finding beauty in all the moments in between. Each page holds a glimpse of a moment, told with breathtaking, lyrical, and cleverly-crafted verse, that will leave readers’ hearts humming with a sense of belonging. We all have ghosts that haunt us in the night - Roots of a Girl lets you know there is someone to hold your hand while you face them. It will hold your sorrow, it will dry your tears, it will shine a light upon your face. Heartbreakingly beautiful and dripping with imagery, Roots of a Girl will show you that you are capable - and most of all, worthy -  of great love, and it will stay with you long after you turn the final page.