poken by Lucy Isaula is a vibrant collection conveying the highs and lows of self discovery and introspection that the road to growth is fraught with. It takes you through the experiences of a young sensitive soul traversing through three poignant phases of life. Capturing both sorrow and happiness from beginning as an uncertain dreamer striving for answers, then as a vulnerable being battling the harshness of reality, to ultimately finding empowering meaning with help from lessons found in nature. This window into a whimsical whirlwind of wonder is sure to have you stop and smell the flowers, gaze into the sky, and also ask "why?" Take a peek through the lenses of someone who holds the stars, the moon, the sea, and every flower in all their shapes and forms as inspiration to create a touching world of poetry. This book is guaranteed to be a one of a kind rose in your garden of literature.