A review by katnortonwriter
Guillotine: Poems by Eduardo C. Corral

dark emotional informative reflective medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? N/A
• Strong character development? N/A
• Loveable characters? N/A
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

4.75

This is what I love about poetry… it’s an art form that uses language to convey emotion without the burden of narrative. While the focus is obviously different, I believe that readers of RIFQA and Things You May Find Hidden In My Ear will recognize themes regarding borders and marginalization. Until I was already reading, I didn’t realize that this book would address intersectional queer issues, too.

This collection is both political and personal, and not a single punch is pulled. If this chapbook doesn’t make you feel something, I don’t know what to say. My only regret is my abysmal Spanish.