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When my blood became ink, words began to flow.
Juliet Robertson’s Blood Lines is a poignant exploration of her life with terminal cancer. Her resilience and positivity are evident throughout this heartwarming collection of poems and the accompanying narrative is a shining example of how to live with adversity.
Juliet intertwines notes and poems beautifully to craft a deeply layered narrative.
The book boldly confronts taboo subjects, delving into the medical intricacies of illness and the concept of death with unflinching courage.
A mix of heartache and hope, filled with an array of different poetic forms that balance humour with honesty. Robertson’s flair for writing is well-known to readers of her bestselling works, Dirty Teachingand Messy Maths.
“Blood Lines is a handbook for living and dying well, delivered with grace, fortitude and humour”. Sue Burge, Writer and Mentor.
A moving and inspiring read for anyone that has been personally affected by cancer, including patients, their family and friends and oncology professionals as well as all poetry enthusiasts.
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