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Broken Wishbones and Empty Spaces
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Nominee for Readers' Favorite Poetry (2017)This book is not for healing,
it is a shelter for your breaking
you will leave
but you'll leave whole.
This prolific collection of poems; “Broken Wishbones & Empty Spaces” explains what it means to be broken, how it feels to be broken, and how it feels to thirst for love while being broken. It is a book that understands and justifies the melancholy in love. Yet amidst this hurt, it still acknowledges love as a good thing, if only we could find it, give it, and take it the right way.
“Broken Wishbones & Empty Spaces” heals a reader simply by acknowledgment. It skillfully teaches how to gracefully bear love’s forlorn.
Pyrokardia's second collection of poetry couldn’t have been written in a better way and it is a perfect comrade and companion to his first collection titled “A Beautiful Mess”.
it is a shelter for your breaking
you will leave
but you'll leave whole.
This prolific collection of poems; “Broken Wishbones & Empty Spaces” explains what it means to be broken, how it feels to be broken, and how it feels to thirst for love while being broken. It is a book that understands and justifies the melancholy in love. Yet amidst this hurt, it still acknowledges love as a good thing, if only we could find it, give it, and take it the right way.
“Broken Wishbones & Empty Spaces” heals a reader simply by acknowledgment. It skillfully teaches how to gracefully bear love’s forlorn.
Pyrokardia's second collection of poetry couldn’t have been written in a better way and it is a perfect comrade and companion to his first collection titled “A Beautiful Mess”.
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128 pages, Paperback
First published January 22, 2017
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February 6, 2017
[3.5]
I'm done waiting
for my empty spaces
to be filled by
someone else
I'm going to
grown into them
by myself
I received a copy from the author in exchange for a honest review.
Firstly, this collection of poetry was slightly reminiscent of Rupi Kaur's Milk and Honey, which I loved!
Secondly, this book revolves around one particular theme. It is broken, for the broken-hearted, those who have trusted and have been betrayed and those who have loved and have been broken by it. These poems explore how they are on this constant loop of filling that gap in their chest that has been opened by a significant other — or anything else for that matter — with whatever they think might heal it again, i.e. toxic relationships. It's writing style was simple, with a tone of melancholy throughout, but effective and beautifully written at times. It's a collection that is relatable, especially if you have gone through the above, finding comfort and healing in it, though it isn't necessarily providing the reader with a solution. But there's nothing more comforting than being able to relate to others, to be understood and finding some form of sanctuary in it and I think this book does that.
This book will be available to buy on Amazon on January 22, 2017.
I'm done waiting
for my empty spaces
to be filled by
someone else
I'm going to
grown into them
by myself
I received a copy from the author in exchange for a honest review.
Firstly, this collection of poetry was slightly reminiscent of Rupi Kaur's Milk and Honey, which I loved!
Secondly, this book revolves around one particular theme. It is broken, for the broken-hearted, those who have trusted and have been betrayed and those who have loved and have been broken by it. These poems explore how they are on this constant loop of filling that gap in their chest that has been opened by a significant other — or anything else for that matter — with whatever they think might heal it again, i.e. toxic relationships. It's writing style was simple, with a tone of melancholy throughout, but effective and beautifully written at times. It's a collection that is relatable, especially if you have gone through the above, finding comfort and healing in it, though it isn't necessarily providing the reader with a solution. But there's nothing more comforting than being able to relate to others, to be understood and finding some form of sanctuary in it and I think this book does that.
This book will be available to buy on Amazon on January 22, 2017.
November 1, 2017
2 STARS
Aunque la poesía contemporánea no es mi genero favorito, últimamente me visto más y más atraída hacia ella.
Y me ha ido muy bien leyendo libros como Milk and honey y The Princess Saves Herself in this One.
En cuanto vi este libro, pensé que sería del mismo corte, inclusive las portadas son muy parecidas. Pero la verdad este libro no me termino de conectar.
Esta antología de poemas no conlleva una historia, o eje principal que los guíen o nos lleve a algún lado. Son simples versos sobre desamor, y una eterna repetición de la palabra “BREAK”. Repetía la palara break al menos una vez en cada poema.
Y si a eso le sumamos la falta de ritmo el libro pronto se vuelve tedioso y hasta fastidioso.
No quisiera decir esto y no quisiera ponerle dos estrellas, ya que, aunque yo no haya conectado con él, al final es una expresión artística, y el mismo corazón sangrante del autor.
Pero simplemente no me hizo sentir lo que pretendía. Solo me dio sueño.
Sorry, esta vez en serio lo siento.
"Words may not break your bones but they can slip beneath your skin and rip your soul to shreds."
Aunque la poesía contemporánea no es mi genero favorito, últimamente me visto más y más atraída hacia ella.
Y me ha ido muy bien leyendo libros como Milk and honey y The Princess Saves Herself in this One.
En cuanto vi este libro, pensé que sería del mismo corte, inclusive las portadas son muy parecidas. Pero la verdad este libro no me termino de conectar.
Esta antología de poemas no conlleva una historia, o eje principal que los guíen o nos lleve a algún lado. Son simples versos sobre desamor, y una eterna repetición de la palabra “BREAK”. Repetía la palara break al menos una vez en cada poema.
Y si a eso le sumamos la falta de ritmo el libro pronto se vuelve tedioso y hasta fastidioso.
No quisiera decir esto y no quisiera ponerle dos estrellas, ya que, aunque yo no haya conectado con él, al final es una expresión artística, y el mismo corazón sangrante del autor.
Pero simplemente no me hizo sentir lo que pretendía. Solo me dio sueño.
Sorry, esta vez en serio lo siento.
January 23, 2020
Have you ever had your heart broken? This collection of poems all on being made to feel lost and heartbroken was at times quite an emotional read. The pacing was a little off for me, hence why I've rated it 3 stars overall.
February 7, 2017
Pyrokardia sent me an Ebook version of his book in return for a honest review, and I am so thankful for that.
Broken Wishbones and Empty Spaces is actually the first poetry book I've ever read in my life. I promised myself to read more of this genre in 2017. So that's what I'll do!
I've only experienced a minor heartbreak in my life, but yet most of these poems hit me in the right spot. I could feel the author's emotions as if they were my own, or does that sounds weird? I hope not!
What I like about this book is that if you own the physical version of it you'll have a blank bit of space beneath the poems where you can fill in a title that speaks to you personally. I really like that idea.
So if you like poetry about heartbreak and love, or if you've never read a poetry book in your life, like me. I would definitely recommend you this book.
Broken Wishbones and Empty Spaces is actually the first poetry book I've ever read in my life. I promised myself to read more of this genre in 2017. So that's what I'll do!
I've only experienced a minor heartbreak in my life, but yet most of these poems hit me in the right spot. I could feel the author's emotions as if they were my own, or does that sounds weird? I hope not!
What I like about this book is that if you own the physical version of it you'll have a blank bit of space beneath the poems where you can fill in a title that speaks to you personally. I really like that idea.
So if you like poetry about heartbreak and love, or if you've never read a poetry book in your life, like me. I would definitely recommend you this book.
April 18, 2017
This book is an attestation that though love may cause us inexplicable hurt, it also brings life to us - redemption.
This poetry collection was sent to me in exchange of an honest review. As a lover of poetry I devoured this book like no other. Broken Wishbones and Empty Spaces is an attestation that though love may cause us inexplicable hurt, it also brings life to us - redemption. Pyrokardia's words resonate grief from being broken yet was also a reassurance that you'll come out of it if not better, then renewed. His poetry is something people could easily relate to and identify with. If you enjoyed Rupi Kaur's milk and honey and Amanda Lovelace's The Princess Saves Herself in This One, then I bet you would appreciate Broken Wishbones and Empty Spaces as well. The tone of this book is very reminiscent of the ones we often see on Instagram or Tumblr, however the author was able to put his own heart into it which I appreciate a whole lot. It's just an affirmation that love is universal, we may have different experiences but the pain is all the same. All is fair in love, so they say.
I could recommend this poetry book for new lovers of poetry. Pyrokardia's works are perfectly digestible and on point. Words used are simple yet have its own impact. It is definitely a good place to start when one would want to immerse himself to the beauty of poetry. I can't wait to see this author bloom in this craft since there is really a lot of potential.
This poetry collection was sent to me in exchange of an honest review. As a lover of poetry I devoured this book like no other. Broken Wishbones and Empty Spaces is an attestation that though love may cause us inexplicable hurt, it also brings life to us - redemption. Pyrokardia's words resonate grief from being broken yet was also a reassurance that you'll come out of it if not better, then renewed. His poetry is something people could easily relate to and identify with. If you enjoyed Rupi Kaur's milk and honey and Amanda Lovelace's The Princess Saves Herself in This One, then I bet you would appreciate Broken Wishbones and Empty Spaces as well. The tone of this book is very reminiscent of the ones we often see on Instagram or Tumblr, however the author was able to put his own heart into it which I appreciate a whole lot. It's just an affirmation that love is universal, we may have different experiences but the pain is all the same. All is fair in love, so they say.
I could recommend this poetry book for new lovers of poetry. Pyrokardia's works are perfectly digestible and on point. Words used are simple yet have its own impact. It is definitely a good place to start when one would want to immerse himself to the beauty of poetry. I can't wait to see this author bloom in this craft since there is really a lot of potential.
May 25, 2017
So goooood! Damn.
April 21, 2017
It is just so heartrending how love cannot heal within a lifetime what it beaks within seconds. This prolific collection of poems; “Broken Wishbones & Empty Spaces” explains what it means to be broken, how it feels to be broken, and how it feels to thirst for love while being broken. It is a book that understands and justifies the melancholy in love. Yet amidst this hurt, what daunts me the most is that it still acknowledges love as a good thing, if only we could find it, give it, and take it the right way. “Broken Wishbones & Empty Spaces” heals a reader simply by acknowledgment. It skillfully teaches how to gracefully bear love’s forlorn.
Pyrokardia is a genius in creating images for emotions and tastes from mere words. Noorain Moosvi also did an impeccable job in illustrating for the reader in subtle ways, pains that may be easy to feel yet hard for some people to imagine.
“Broken Wishbones & Empty Spaces” couldn’t have been written in a better way and I will say that it is a perfect comrade and companion to Pyrokardia’s first collection of poems titled “A Beautiful Mess.”
Pyrokardia is a genius in creating images for emotions and tastes from mere words. Noorain Moosvi also did an impeccable job in illustrating for the reader in subtle ways, pains that may be easy to feel yet hard for some people to imagine.
“Broken Wishbones & Empty Spaces” couldn’t have been written in a better way and I will say that it is a perfect comrade and companion to Pyrokardia’s first collection of poems titled “A Beautiful Mess.”
June 2, 2019
Det känns nästan lite fel att endast ge denna bok 2 stjärnor men jag tror att det beror på att jag aldrig riktigt kunde komma in i den som jag ville. Vissa saker var otroligt fina men majoriteten var inte igenkännbart för mig eller någonting jag kunde connecta med på en emotionell nivå. Den fick mig helt enkelt inte att riktigt känna någonting speciellt.
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March 24, 20173.5/5 Stars
I was contacted by Pyrokardia on instagram to do a review of Broken Wishbones and Empty Spaces. Overall, I liked this book of poems. A lot of the poems talk about love. Being in love, falling from love, loving love. While I did really enjoy them at first, after a little while they started become repetitive to me. It often had poems that were, in my opinion, very similar to previous ones. This kind of made the book drone on for me in some sections. I felt like I was reading the same poems over and over again in some instances. However, I think this could because I didn't relate to these poems personally. If love and romantic relationships are something you relate to or are interested in, then maybe Proykardia's poems are perfect for you!
That's not to say ALL the poems are about love. There are a handful about writing, and breathing, and just living. Those I really loved, and found myself bookmarking as I read. At times he captured what it's like to struggle with yourself, with anxiety, and with self confidence perfectly. There were also illustrations that went along with the poems, which is reminiscent of Milk and Honey to me.
Something I really enjoyed, and that was unique to Broken Wishbones and Empty Spaces, was Proykardia's author's note. In his note, he mentions how poems are a very personal thing to each person and how interpretations of them are always different for each individual. He encourages the reader to fill in the blank spaces above the poem with a title you seem fitting. I loved this about them poems, I think it really strives to include the reader in each section of poems.
Overall, I did have issues with this book of poetry, but I also did really enjoy some aspects of it, too!
I was contacted by Pyrokardia on instagram to do a review of Broken Wishbones and Empty Spaces. Overall, I liked this book of poems. A lot of the poems talk about love. Being in love, falling from love, loving love. While I did really enjoy them at first, after a little while they started become repetitive to me. It often had poems that were, in my opinion, very similar to previous ones. This kind of made the book drone on for me in some sections. I felt like I was reading the same poems over and over again in some instances. However, I think this could because I didn't relate to these poems personally. If love and romantic relationships are something you relate to or are interested in, then maybe Proykardia's poems are perfect for you!
That's not to say ALL the poems are about love. There are a handful about writing, and breathing, and just living. Those I really loved, and found myself bookmarking as I read. At times he captured what it's like to struggle with yourself, with anxiety, and with self confidence perfectly. There were also illustrations that went along with the poems, which is reminiscent of Milk and Honey to me.
Something I really enjoyed, and that was unique to Broken Wishbones and Empty Spaces, was Proykardia's author's note. In his note, he mentions how poems are a very personal thing to each person and how interpretations of them are always different for each individual. He encourages the reader to fill in the blank spaces above the poem with a title you seem fitting. I loved this about them poems, I think it really strives to include the reader in each section of poems.
Overall, I did have issues with this book of poetry, but I also did really enjoy some aspects of it, too!
March 28, 2017
I connected with the heartache.
I felt like I had lived some of these moments, I book marked quite a few. I am glad I came across this Poet.
I felt like I had lived some of these moments, I book marked quite a few. I am glad I came across this Poet.
March 27, 2017
"One day, I’ll find that person that’s going to make
me feel more than okay. Someone whose mere
entry into my life would be a cause for celebration.
Someone to share my sadness with. Someone I can
call at anytime of the day and wouldn’t be too
busy. Someone who would make me feel wanted,
needed and adored. Someone I don’t need to hide
my pains from. Someone I can be real with, that
will break me and stay to mend my pieces back
whole. Someone who will stay, someone I’ll end
with."
This book reminds me of Rupi Kaur's "Milk and Honey". Lovely collection of poems x illustrations.
me feel more than okay. Someone whose mere
entry into my life would be a cause for celebration.
Someone to share my sadness with. Someone I can
call at anytime of the day and wouldn’t be too
busy. Someone who would make me feel wanted,
needed and adored. Someone I don’t need to hide
my pains from. Someone I can be real with, that
will break me and stay to mend my pieces back
whole. Someone who will stay, someone I’ll end
with."
This book reminds me of Rupi Kaur's "Milk and Honey". Lovely collection of poems x illustrations.
December 16, 2018
With the almost nonexistent technique and simplistic drawings, this collection is very reminiscent of milk and honey. In this case, the collection is even more lacking.
This style of poetry is becoming more and more popular, and I get why, I do, but it’s definitely just not for me.
This style of poetry is becoming more and more popular, and I get why, I do, but it’s definitely just not for me.
November 9, 2017
No. No. No.
This poetry was awful. I'm sorry. I just didn't like it at all. I know it's her personal feelings and thoughts, and they are all valid and understandable, but saying it is art, saying it is poetry, is bull. This is a disgrace to actual poetry. Unfortunately, we can't all be poets. I wish the writer the best of luck in either getting better or trying their hand at a different type of writing.
On the bright side, I thought it was pretty interesting that the writer didn't title her poems. HOWEVER, I would never do that because if it is YOUR poem, and it is, then it doesn't matter what someone else thinks or feels about it. It matters what you think or feel. After that, it is up to the reader to relate in their own way. The author/reader relationship is not so intimate that we both work on their writing of the book itself now.
Overall, this was kind of a mess. I don't like to be negative, but I don't want to hide my feelings about anything. If a book wasn't good, then it wasn't and I'm sorry but this is just my opinion. Someone else might love it. Take this with a grain of salt and form your own thoughts. I encourage the author to never give up, because writing is a beautiful thing. But the author should also know poetry is a delicate, beautiful form of art and shouldn't be taken so lightly. Spend more than 45 seconds on your poetry and watch the poetry explode. I promise you will get better with effort.
I hope this review wasn't incredibly rude or mean. Just my opinion.
This poetry was awful. I'm sorry. I just didn't like it at all. I know it's her personal feelings and thoughts, and they are all valid and understandable, but saying it is art, saying it is poetry, is bull. This is a disgrace to actual poetry. Unfortunately, we can't all be poets. I wish the writer the best of luck in either getting better or trying their hand at a different type of writing.
On the bright side, I thought it was pretty interesting that the writer didn't title her poems. HOWEVER, I would never do that because if it is YOUR poem, and it is, then it doesn't matter what someone else thinks or feels about it. It matters what you think or feel. After that, it is up to the reader to relate in their own way. The author/reader relationship is not so intimate that we both work on their writing of the book itself now.
Overall, this was kind of a mess. I don't like to be negative, but I don't want to hide my feelings about anything. If a book wasn't good, then it wasn't and I'm sorry but this is just my opinion. Someone else might love it. Take this with a grain of salt and form your own thoughts. I encourage the author to never give up, because writing is a beautiful thing. But the author should also know poetry is a delicate, beautiful form of art and shouldn't be taken so lightly. Spend more than 45 seconds on your poetry and watch the poetry explode. I promise you will get better with effort.
I hope this review wasn't incredibly rude or mean. Just my opinion.
December 31, 2017
Relatable themes of love
I could identify with how tired the author is of dating and loving without that love being returned, that's a universal feeling that people can relate to everywhere. Unfortunately for me, the poetry just wasn't very polished - I wanted less cliques about love and more about the writer's experiences specifically, the little details that make witing unique.
The blank lines on titles was a nice idea but looked slightly odd on the page!
I could identify with how tired the author is of dating and loving without that love being returned, that's a universal feeling that people can relate to everywhere. Unfortunately for me, the poetry just wasn't very polished - I wanted less cliques about love and more about the writer's experiences specifically, the little details that make witing unique.
The blank lines on titles was a nice idea but looked slightly odd on the page!
November 1, 2017
I noticed that this book was currently in the running for the Goodreads Choice Awards of 2017. While this book was a fast read at a fair price, I couldn't help but be a little disappointed at the lack of uniqueness it offered. This book was definitely worth reading, but I'm not sure if it will be a strong contender amongst others like the popular Rupi Kaur.
November 3, 2017
This offered nothing new to me. Nothing I haven't read before, the theme (broken and heart ache) is nothing new as well. But if you are feeling a little broken and needs a fix up and haven't read a lot of tumblr-ish poetry, then go for this, it's still worth a shot.
January 21, 2021
In my honest opinion, this collection was a bit of an eyeroll. There was no real growth in either form or emotion throughout the collection, and while it was ostensibly about heartbreak, I felt no feelings reading this. Unfortunately, I would not recommend.
August 21, 2017
Not my favourite. Didn't really connect with the poems and felt they were a little bit too dramatic
January 20, 2018
As much as I think this could be great for someone dealing with heartbreak, I could not relate. It was very repetitive and depressing. I didn't finish it.
September 18, 2019
Amazing
Writes very beautifully, very quick and easy read aswell, I related to the book a lot and loved it. I will definitely be reading more of his books.
Writes very beautifully, very quick and easy read aswell, I related to the book a lot and loved it. I will definitely be reading more of his books.
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November 16, 2019I just want to know about new trends and love poetry.
April 18, 2025
Gabbie Hanna-ass poetry
December 30, 2020
'Maybe I’m not enough for her maybe she needs more of me to love'
January 29, 2018
I heard so many good things about this book, so many people promoting it on social media so when I saw it on amazon kindle in sale I immediately bought it and started to read.. and I was immediately disappointed.
This book seems like it was written by a 12 year old having her first broken heart and is feeling like the whole world is against her.. This is probably a very unpopular opinion but I really can’t wrap my head around the fact that this book gets so many high ratings..
I know this was personal feelings and thoughts but this isn’t poetry, this doesn’t deserve to be next to great poetry books.. Unfortunately we can’t all be poets nor can we all be writers.
To be completely honest I did finish the book as I was hoping it would get better at some point but it didn’t.. So I cancelled my order and asked my money back.
This book seems like it was written by a 12 year old having her first broken heart and is feeling like the whole world is against her.. This is probably a very unpopular opinion but I really can’t wrap my head around the fact that this book gets so many high ratings..
I know this was personal feelings and thoughts but this isn’t poetry, this doesn’t deserve to be next to great poetry books.. Unfortunately we can’t all be poets nor can we all be writers.
To be completely honest I did finish the book as I was hoping it would get better at some point but it didn’t.. So I cancelled my order and asked my money back.
November 24, 2021
I've read a lot of poetry recently.
While I do like a few ideas implemented here and there, and I do find some poems really, truly beautiful, deep and meaningful, I feel like our generation of poets is yet to deliver. Yes, it seems they dig deep for their feelings and emotions, but then they just vomit their words on a piece of paper and call it poetry.
I feel they are content with being called poets because they have poetic souls and intricate thoughts. But I can't help but think that a poet is more than that. There must be a technique, a defining style, that will make them stand out from one another.
I am not solely talking about Broken Wishbones and Empty Spaces by Pyrokardia.
I am talking about many of the recent collections of poems I've read this year. I could not tell you who wrote which exactly, even though I found some really good poems, either for the ideas behind them or their prose.
Nobody should be settling for "close/good enough". They shouldn't let the pride of signing a book deal get in the way of their creativity and work. I'm not saying they do not deserve it. I'm saying they settle fast, and they shouldn't.
Be original, in a world where original is not original anymore... weird advice, I know, but that's my opinion... I'm still craving for something that'll surprise me. I hope I'm not too harsh, but I'm thirsty for more.
Anyways, this collection is still a good read and, again, I did found a few poems that really talked to me. He obviously is in touch with his emotions and feels deeply. He offers his heart on a platter alongside pieces of wisdom, I just don't know if that's enough to be called poetry...
While I do like a few ideas implemented here and there, and I do find some poems really, truly beautiful, deep and meaningful, I feel like our generation of poets is yet to deliver. Yes, it seems they dig deep for their feelings and emotions, but then they just vomit their words on a piece of paper and call it poetry.
I feel they are content with being called poets because they have poetic souls and intricate thoughts. But I can't help but think that a poet is more than that. There must be a technique, a defining style, that will make them stand out from one another.
I am not solely talking about Broken Wishbones and Empty Spaces by Pyrokardia.
I am talking about many of the recent collections of poems I've read this year. I could not tell you who wrote which exactly, even though I found some really good poems, either for the ideas behind them or their prose.
Nobody should be settling for "close/good enough". They shouldn't let the pride of signing a book deal get in the way of their creativity and work. I'm not saying they do not deserve it. I'm saying they settle fast, and they shouldn't.
Be original, in a world where original is not original anymore... weird advice, I know, but that's my opinion... I'm still craving for something that'll surprise me. I hope I'm not too harsh, but I'm thirsty for more.
Anyways, this collection is still a good read and, again, I did found a few poems that really talked to me. He obviously is in touch with his emotions and feels deeply. He offers his heart on a platter alongside pieces of wisdom, I just don't know if that's enough to be called poetry...
October 10, 2022
J’aime la poésie, la poésie qui parle d’amour, de drame, de coeur brisé, eh bien je n’ai pas été déçue par ce petit recueil ! Certains poèmes m’ont touchée plus que d’autres mais j’ai aimé la plupart. Ils ne détrônent pas Rupi Kaur mais c’était une très bonne lecture !
January 2, 2025
Tenía este libro guardado en pendientes de un sorteo de Goodreads y quería sacarle partido a la prueba gratuita de KindleUnlimited.
Un poco estándar pero not bad.
Un poco estándar pero not bad.
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