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Detachable Sleeves
Detachable Sleeves is a collection of twenty poems that have been written with simplicity and pure emotions. Most of these poems stem from the internal monologues of the poet, some from moments of vulnerability and loss, and some from moments of strength and hope. There is a desire in them to reach out to those who can find their own tunes in these words, and take a moment to just feel, heal, find hope, and smile, one poem at a time.
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29 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 4, 2021
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July 22, 2021
Growing up in a household dedicated to literature, it was difficult not to be gravitated towards poetry. Longfellow, Tennyson, Frost, Plath, Wordsworth, Atwood, Seth — my favourite works came from a set of poets that spanned centuries and continents.
When I sat down to read Detachable Sleeves, I did wonder once again, like I did when I had first gained some literary maturity: what makes for good poetry? There is no simple answer. There is no one answer. But the best answer I can think of is this: a good poem is a poem that makes you feel.
These twenty poems in this beautiful book do that, without doubt. And without doubt, these are some of the sincerest poems I have read in a long time. Some poems will hit you with their rawness, some with their beauty, and some with the complex human emotions they convey. But each one of them will make you pause for a moment and make you feel.
When I sat down to read Detachable Sleeves, I did wonder once again, like I did when I had first gained some literary maturity: what makes for good poetry? There is no simple answer. There is no one answer. But the best answer I can think of is this: a good poem is a poem that makes you feel.
These twenty poems in this beautiful book do that, without doubt. And without doubt, these are some of the sincerest poems I have read in a long time. Some poems will hit you with their rawness, some with their beauty, and some with the complex human emotions they convey. But each one of them will make you pause for a moment and make you feel.
August 13, 2021
This poetry anthology consists of twenty poems reflecting on the poet’s experiences with grief, loss, hope, and strength. The poet’s aim to fully immerse the reader as the blurb says ‘to just feel, heal, find hope, and smile, one poem at a time’. I couldn’t write much more beautiful words than that to do this poetry collection justice.
All the poems in this collection are of similar, short length which makes for a very enjoyable read in one sitting or equally, powerful outbursts. I read this in one sitting but I already know that I will come back to some poems in particular for reassurance and satisfaction in the future. There are plenty which have stuck with me. As I was reading the collection I was making a mental note of my favourite as I went along and then realised that I felt this at almost every single poem. They may appear simple, especially in length but Jha weaves her carefully considered words in a powerful combination to engage the reader. Jha beautifully writes emotion that captures attention from the beginning and presents relatability that I can’t help but become engrossed in. I found this particularly apparent through the poems which focused on internal and emotional battles.
Jha writes poems which are fantastically feminist, empowering, and true. This poet does not shy away from complex emotions and is able to fully embody them in the remarkable form of poetry. As previously mentioned, I loved the poems which explored mental health as I truly felt the words the Jha crafted together. It can almost feel impossible to express the struggle with mental health and the emotions, yet I believe Jha is able to provide a start with these conversations. ‘I belong to my feelings’ and ‘everyday battles we fight’ were the stand out poems for me. It is clear that this poet is not afraid to sincerely capture true internal emotions that will be important to a lot of readers. I also think that a lot of what Jha writes links back to the emotional struggle a lot of us may have faced during the pandemic. The poet writes outstanding poems with sensitivity and maturity.
Not only was I able to relate through a lot of the poems but I was also allowed to have an insightful read into the poet’s experience with race, gender, and loss. The emotions of the poet were poured onto every page, making this a heartfelt read. I honestly can’t commend this poet’s stunning talent enough. As soon as I read the first poem, I was hooked and before I knew it completed the collection. I had to go back through and reread some to give them more appreciation, which they deserve.
‘Note the directions’ is certainly a poem for all of us book lovers in the world. I couldn’t do a review and not mention this gem of a poem. This one really made me smile and I can confirm the library is also my place of solace.
Overall, this was a phenomenal debut and I am really looking forward to what Jha has in store. She will certainly be added to my auto buy list and for fans of poetry I recommend you do the same and give Detachable Sleeves a read. You won’t regret it. Another amazing thing about this book is that all profits will go as a donation to the Indian Cancer Society!
All the poems in this collection are of similar, short length which makes for a very enjoyable read in one sitting or equally, powerful outbursts. I read this in one sitting but I already know that I will come back to some poems in particular for reassurance and satisfaction in the future. There are plenty which have stuck with me. As I was reading the collection I was making a mental note of my favourite as I went along and then realised that I felt this at almost every single poem. They may appear simple, especially in length but Jha weaves her carefully considered words in a powerful combination to engage the reader. Jha beautifully writes emotion that captures attention from the beginning and presents relatability that I can’t help but become engrossed in. I found this particularly apparent through the poems which focused on internal and emotional battles.
Jha writes poems which are fantastically feminist, empowering, and true. This poet does not shy away from complex emotions and is able to fully embody them in the remarkable form of poetry. As previously mentioned, I loved the poems which explored mental health as I truly felt the words the Jha crafted together. It can almost feel impossible to express the struggle with mental health and the emotions, yet I believe Jha is able to provide a start with these conversations. ‘I belong to my feelings’ and ‘everyday battles we fight’ were the stand out poems for me. It is clear that this poet is not afraid to sincerely capture true internal emotions that will be important to a lot of readers. I also think that a lot of what Jha writes links back to the emotional struggle a lot of us may have faced during the pandemic. The poet writes outstanding poems with sensitivity and maturity.
Not only was I able to relate through a lot of the poems but I was also allowed to have an insightful read into the poet’s experience with race, gender, and loss. The emotions of the poet were poured onto every page, making this a heartfelt read. I honestly can’t commend this poet’s stunning talent enough. As soon as I read the first poem, I was hooked and before I knew it completed the collection. I had to go back through and reread some to give them more appreciation, which they deserve.
‘Note the directions’ is certainly a poem for all of us book lovers in the world. I couldn’t do a review and not mention this gem of a poem. This one really made me smile and I can confirm the library is also my place of solace.
Overall, this was a phenomenal debut and I am really looking forward to what Jha has in store. She will certainly be added to my auto buy list and for fans of poetry I recommend you do the same and give Detachable Sleeves a read. You won’t regret it. Another amazing thing about this book is that all profits will go as a donation to the Indian Cancer Society!
June 10, 2021
Extremely beautiful and moving poems. Rarely has a book of poetry achieved this level of relatability for me: there were so many moments when I felt as if these poems were about me.
Detachable Sleeves has been written and compiled with a lot of sincerity and it reflects in every aspect of this lovely book.
Detachable Sleeves has been written and compiled with a lot of sincerity and it reflects in every aspect of this lovely book.
August 26, 2021
This work is an intensely gripping piece of art. From daily life circumstances, to random musings this a collection worthy of aficionados of modern poetry.
Through the everyday subtle yet vital life happenings, the poet tries to capture a myriad of emotions we all must have surely felt the pangs of in our everyday course of lives. The poems are short yet sharply illustrative painting a picture that is elegant yet lush in detail. They depict the poet’s determinate, out of the box style of writing which comes across like a breath of fresh air. I would recommend this work for even non poetry readers as these little pieces are sure to stir the throngs of your heart and strike a chord with your deepset emotions. There is relatability in these works. I am especially nonplussed by how the poet has managed to turn the work to her will, silently putting across messages meant to appeal to the society as a whole.Take for instance, ‘I was born a woman’. So much power in her words. This one speaks of chastisement to women as well as all ruthless stereotyping faced by them, albeit silently.
A stellar work!
There is a plethora of different human emotions splayed across akin to different hues in a painting.
Some of them are short, but sharp micro poems, mini in size but more than making up for their weight in worth. Surely, good things come in small sizes in life, it is said. With this title, I surely have come to believe in this dictum.
The style of poetry narration in a tiny story format like done in ‘her reason to smile’ is sure to tickle the pangs of your heart. Not only does it make these works of art closer to reality, but the style of writing used by the poet ensures a comfortable grasping and understanding of her ideas and visions, thanks to her stylish yet appropriate language usages throughout.
Go for this one if you want to read poetry but find poetic language daunting. It makes for an absolute treasure and is a wonderful read.
Through the everyday subtle yet vital life happenings, the poet tries to capture a myriad of emotions we all must have surely felt the pangs of in our everyday course of lives. The poems are short yet sharply illustrative painting a picture that is elegant yet lush in detail. They depict the poet’s determinate, out of the box style of writing which comes across like a breath of fresh air. I would recommend this work for even non poetry readers as these little pieces are sure to stir the throngs of your heart and strike a chord with your deepset emotions. There is relatability in these works. I am especially nonplussed by how the poet has managed to turn the work to her will, silently putting across messages meant to appeal to the society as a whole.Take for instance, ‘I was born a woman’. So much power in her words. This one speaks of chastisement to women as well as all ruthless stereotyping faced by them, albeit silently.
A stellar work!
There is a plethora of different human emotions splayed across akin to different hues in a painting.
Some of them are short, but sharp micro poems, mini in size but more than making up for their weight in worth. Surely, good things come in small sizes in life, it is said. With this title, I surely have come to believe in this dictum.
The style of poetry narration in a tiny story format like done in ‘her reason to smile’ is sure to tickle the pangs of your heart. Not only does it make these works of art closer to reality, but the style of writing used by the poet ensures a comfortable grasping and understanding of her ideas and visions, thanks to her stylish yet appropriate language usages throughout.
Go for this one if you want to read poetry but find poetic language daunting. It makes for an absolute treasure and is a wonderful read.
June 5, 2021
This book is a beautiful tribute from a daughter to her father. Poems like "I asked my mother" and "Her reason to smile" leave a lasting mark and touch the soul. Even though Smita is a debut author, her poems show a great level of maturity. Great works of art have come out of the internal struggles of the artists who created them. To be able to convert one's sorrow and emotional turmoil into creative output deserves love and appreciation.
September 2, 2021
Sweet little book of poems by a first-time writer, full of emotion and honesty. How could you not love a poet who writes about potatoes and coffee (but not at the same time)?! I usually don't read a lot of modern poetry, but I would like to read more from Smita Jha.
August 25, 2021
I'd like to thank the publisher and the author for an ARC of this poetry book. Here is my honest review.
I've been reading a lot of poetry collections, and I enjoy the quick glimpses into the moments of someone's life, the brief ponderances of how the world fluctuates, and how lives change from one breath to the next. Poetry can connect people and be incredibly powerful in the quick turn of phrase, and it can be strikingly beautiful
I found this poetry collection very simplistic. The moments it relayed didn't strike me as very stand out, and I didn't get the heavy sense of emotion that I can usually get from a poem. I do think that there were some poems that held a bit more weight, but they weren't enough to support the others that didn't.
I've been reading a lot of poetry collections, and I enjoy the quick glimpses into the moments of someone's life, the brief ponderances of how the world fluctuates, and how lives change from one breath to the next. Poetry can connect people and be incredibly powerful in the quick turn of phrase, and it can be strikingly beautiful
I found this poetry collection very simplistic. The moments it relayed didn't strike me as very stand out, and I didn't get the heavy sense of emotion that I can usually get from a poem. I do think that there were some poems that held a bit more weight, but they weren't enough to support the others that didn't.
January 1, 2023
Definitely a solid debut, but I would have liked more. All of the poems showed a lot of promise and potential, but I just wish that there were more and that a few of them were longer. I did think Jha did a great job capturing emotion, and there were some great discussions of timely topics, but it was just so short! I’m looking forward to seeing more from her, I think she has a lot of promise!
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Read for the 2023 Around the Year in 52 Books Challenge, Prompt #8: An authors’ debut book
August 28, 2021
I felt the poems were too short and uncompleted. I only enjoyed two poems, note the directions and I was born a woman, but other than that, I couldn't grasp the emotions from the other ones. I was really hoping to enjoy this, but sadly, it was just a quick read and nothing more.
November 18, 2021
Not bad. Short bits. I did enjoy a few moving lines here and there.
September 29, 2022
I really enjoyed this small book of poems. The emotions definitely came through and touched my heart. I cant wait to see where the author goes from here!
November 5, 2021
Thanks for the Goodreads giveaway! I really enjoyed four of her poems. Surprisingly, they were pretty relatable. Her style is pretty simple, but she gets straight to the point. The rest of her poems seem to be pretty personal to her.
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