Rating: ★★★★★
Wow! I remember seeing this book in a Barnes and Noble in early 2019 and buying it, but I never actually read it until recently. In many ways, I'm sad I didn't read this sooner. But I'm honestly glad to have waited because I understand this collection so much better than I would have if I were just a few years younger.
If I had to use two words to describe Caroline Kaufman's writing, they would be raw and beautiful. Light Filters In is a heart-wrenching illustrated poetry collection that details the hardships that accompany adolescence, exploring topics such as sexual assault, depression and not fitting in.
This was such a stunning collection! As a teenager myself, I related to so many of these poems, which were all extremely thought-provoking and well-written. Someone of these poems were so beautiful, I feel compelled to share them with you all. Here are two of my favorite quotes.
"I am a walking paradox,
a mismatched mix of innocence and experience,
a bottle of oil and water
constantly being shaken"
"you can't root yourself
in the ground, hoping the world
will grow around you."
Another amazing aspect of Kaufman's collection were the illustrations sprinkled throughout. They were so creative and beautiful, and highly contributed to my reading experience.
Overall, I give this book five stars out of five. I totally recommend it to anyone looking for a fascinating dive into the experience of a teen struggling with their mental health.
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