The Damsel Discusses Herself In This One [Week 2]

[Rose]

Hey Book Friends! How are you feeling after the first section of the princess saves herself in this one? We are moving on from section 1, the princess to section 2, the damsel.

Do you have any thoughts about the progression of the themes and how Amanda will progress from the princess to the damsel? Let’s find out!

Remember the trigger warnings! And as always, you can answer all, some, or add to these questions!

-What, to you, is the difference between a princess and a damsel? Are princesses always damsels or vice versa?

-Your first love can leave a lasting impact on you. How do we see this in Amanda’s poems? Do any of them resonate with you specifically? If you’re willing, share some experiences from your own past and how they shaped you.

-Poetry frequently deals with love and heartbreak; how do Amanda’s poems continue that tradition? Do you think that poetry is a good medium to express those feelings?

-How do the poems in this section go along with being a damsel? Is love and heartbreak intrinsically linked to being a damsel?

-Does experiencing loss, whether through death or heartbreak, go along with the idea of being a damsel? Is there a way to escape either?

-What does destiny mean to you?

-There is a consistent saying that you need to experience pain to be an artist, that trauma and heartache fuel creativity. Do you believe this? Has your own background made you more or less likely to create?

-How has the theme of the poetry moved from being a princess to being a damsel? How do you think the queen will play a part?