From the Bones Out

James Dickey Contemporary Poetry

by Marisa de los Santos

Book by de los Santos, Marisa

Genres: Poetry

88 pages, Hardcover

First published April 1, 1999

About the author

Marisa de los Santos is the New York Times bestselling author of LOVE WALKED IN, BELONG TO ME, FALLING TOGETHER, THE PRECIOUS ONE, and her newest novel, which continues with characters from the first two, I'LL BE YOUR BLUE SKY.

Marisa has also co-authored, with her husband David Teague, two novels for middle grade readers: SAVING LUCAS BIGGS and CONNECT THE STARS.

Marisa and David live in Wilmington, Delaware with their two children, Charles and Annabel, and their Yorkies, Finny and Huxley. Marisa is currently at work on her sixth novel for adults, I'D GIVE ANYTHING.

Reviews

[Rachel · Rating 4 out of 5]

When I read de los Santos’ other books this summer, I was really excited to find a story that hooked me in. I thought her books were interesting, well written, and thoughtful. So, imagine my excitement to find she had some other writing out there. From the Bones Out is her poetry collection, and I thought it beautifully written. For me, personally, the theme of aging stood out among others. Perhaps that’s because it’s been on my mind, perhaps it’s something she was thinking about when writing, perhaps not. Her words stayed with me, though, and I had to read them all out loud, as all good poetry should be read.

[Winter Sophia Rose · Rating 5 out of 5]

Warm, Moving, Heartfelt, Compassionate, Breathtaking & Magical! A Beautiful Read! I Loved It!

[Katie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Some poems were great, delightful to read despite often depressing subjects, and some were a slog to get through. Favorites I keep going back to are "For a Stillborn" and "Land".

[Sarah Faulkner · Rating 3 out of 5]

Some beautiful language and imagery, but I prefer her novels to her poetry. Very personal themes and some have a bit of a juvenile feel.