Random Things Tours: Painting over the Cracks by Sophie Buchaillard

An emotional poetry debut by the author of the equally beautiful Assimilation, Painting over the Cracks by Sophie Buchaillard is built around topics like migration, ´translated lives´, survival, healing and loss.

It is a short collection but I´ve read most of the poems at least twice, trying to delve into the atmosphere and ideas of the poetry. Most probably will re-read some of the poems again soon, as I still need to figure out some relevant details and correspondences, especially of the colours and other elements that reminded me of the Symbolism literary mainstream. 

Many of the poems were inspired by the author´s work with survivors of abuse, hence the emotional weight of some of the works, but there is also the light, that may emerge from the cracks, once the weight is shifted towards community and solidarity.

Poetry is so much suited for such topics, particularly as an alternative to a fictional or non-fictional narrative, as it can better create deep emotional connections. 

A recommended read for any poetry lover.

Rating: 5 stars

Disclaimer: Book offered as part of the book tour but the opinions are, as usual, my own