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Deep End of a Shallow Ocean: A Collection of Poetry

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I have had the honor of knowing Ms. Arroyo for four years. We met in high school during our biology class. Throughout the years, I have grown to know her as one of my best friends. By doing this, I was able to see the creating process and writing process of this book in creation. I have read poetry by many authors, however I have never seen such talent and creativity in an authors, especially at such a young age. This book is definitely something that should be read by everyone. Either by the gothic freaks like us, men and women who are confused about themselves and their identities, and even possibly by high schoolers on their AP English tests. This book hits you so hard and takes you to the unknown where you thought you'd never want to venture. However, by the end of the book you realize that this is your guiding hand and flashlight for the unknown. As I say to Ms. Arroyo now, "welcome to the deep end of a shallow ocean."

I cannot fully express the brillance of this book. It is pure genuis. I personally am not a fan of poetry; I always thought it was all Old English love and flowers. This poet takes some traditions to her heart but also inject a vibrant originality into what I see now is a misunderstood genre. To truly understand you must go out and get a copy of this book. It is a necessary addition to anyone's bookshelf because it possesses so much depth. It has both elements of surrealism and reality. I can't say enough to justify this book. Even the introduction is a pleasure to read. It also gives a hint of what's in store. You really must just pick up a copy for yourself. Oh, and I was shocked to discover the writer is only in high school! She is a prodigy in the truest sense of the word.