A gorgeous book, and a very intimate way to get to know Patti Smith, up close and personal.

As poetic as prose gets: I was in awe with the way in which she writes. It's such a special moment, when you read something that could've been described so literally; and then a writer elevates it, does their magic with words and meaning and creates something that resonates with you, that touches you. A good writer oftentimes takes language - a most commonly used tool, so potentially banal - and warps it in such a way that it turns into art. And that's what Patti Smith can do.

Special mention to her queer-ass youth, at the fringes of society: this book was an immersive experience into the New York of beatniks, artists, queers, and all those who didn't (want to) fit in. Extra special mention to her nurturing, intense, beautiful, deeply spiritual relationship with Robert, which goes way beyond the romantic sphere. What a weird, intelligent, sensitive, quirky woman that she is - and again, what a sweet and intimate way to get to know her.