Darkness in Light

In the midst of light is darkness which feels all-consuming. But even in the darkness, there is a spec of light. Darkness in Light explores the devastation and joy that combine to make the cycle of depression

"As the title suggests, there is a balance between trauma and comfort in these poems. The delight Jessica M. Kirkpatrick finds in her family, her children, shines through, while the quiet fear in poems like 'Hope Rock' and 'The Devil's Hour' will make the reader catch their breath. Survivors of abuse and other trauma will find themselves on familiar ground reading this book, as Kirkpatrick makes the struggle of recovery relatable, while those fortunate enough to have a relatively happy life might begin to understand. It's not short of magic either, which shows up beautifully in unexpected places. This collection is definitely worth a read." - Kate Garrett