Alone, by Nataliya Delvalle

Poetry, chapbook, 28 pages, from Bottlecap Features. Alone is a moving collection of poems that dives into the raw emotions surrounding isolation, self doubt and the struggle for finding independence. With themes of heartache, self-worth, and the heaviness of unspoken fears, each poem shows a journey through pain and growth. From the suffocating feeling of being discarded to the bittersweet longing for connection, the author captures the complexity of emotions that come with feeling lost, misunderstood, and alone. Yet, amidst the shadows of despair, there is a flicker of hope—an enduring strength that rises from within. This chapbook is a reflection on the painful yet transformative power of navigating life's darkest moments. Ultimately, Alone is contemplation on the complexity of human emotions and the challenge of figuring out where you belong in the world. With a strong hope that even in our darkest moments we can find the light that will help guide us to where we are meant to be. G