If I had to choose only one word to describe this book it would be visceral. That's how these poems feel. Like a punch to the gut, the gut being your feelings. I had tears in my eyes reading some of them. As a woman with chronic illnesses, it was like seeing some of my inner thoughts and personal experiences reflected in those lines. 

This is an insightful exploration of the female body, pain, and trauma. The author explores medical conditions not often talked about, in a very lyrical way. There's sadness and frustration, but also hope and humour peaking from its pages. 

Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC. #VanishingBelowtheWaist #NetGalley