2023 EDIT: Part of my 2023 clear-up, of books I no longer like, or am no longer interested in, or remember well as standing out, or find as special anymore, or I otherwise will not miss.
Final Score: 3.5/5
Original Review:
Another painfully real, intimate, life-reflecting and life-affirming poetry book. Bluntly feminist and poignant, bittersweet and hopeful, bleak and kind, 'milk and honey' covers the subjects of abuse, trauma, family, self-esteem, sex, love and relationships. Rupi Kaur knows about the ups and downs and the complexities of a loving yet co-dependent relationship too well.
'milk and honey', ultimately, teaches us this: Love yourself before you can give that love to others. You are beautiful, no matter what you've been taught your whole life. Respect yourself, and demand that your lover(s) respect you as a person as well. But be kind, above all else. I also hold the simple belief that to be kind is the most effective goal any human being can achieve. This moral evades so many of us due to selfishness, intolerance, and cynicism.
And support and love other women; never bring them down so you can feel special in having "risen" above it all. Privilege is the enemy of kindness and understanding.
'milk and honey' didn't affect me as much as 'The Princess Saves Herself In This One', but I'll still look toward it for encouragement and inspiration during difficult times in my life. Nobody is alone, and they shouldn't be made to feel so.
Final Score: 4/5
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