Flirting with Darkness by Qulea Anderson

Flirting with Darkness by Qulea Anderson is an evocative collection of poetry and prose that explores the depths of human experience, deftly blending genres to create a wholly original narrative experience. Anderson envelops readers in a thought-provoking journey of deep reflection with stories of self-discovery, dealing with themes of race, trauma, suicide, and sexual assault. In "All Is Fair in Love and War," the main character relives her carnal experience of revenge that stands in stark contrast to the normalcy of life around her. The chapbook's final fiction, "A Truthful Summer," presents a compelling and emotional story about three teens who embark on a revelatory journey, where they unveil the startling truths they have kept hidden from one another at last.