Following a captivating autobiography, the poetry possesses a sense of peace and happiness, a focus on living “one breath at a time.” Mosavat clearly has a grasp of poetic techniques and figurative language—metaphors, similes, and personification of nature are abundant throughout the compilation. Though the poems are untitled, a title is hardly necessary. Electrifying imagery like “heart beating like thunder” combined with a trance-like repetitive structure in several poems adds a meditative quality. In one instance, the repetition of “be still” places an undeniable emphasis on feeling alive and feeling love.

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