Cusp

Exploring the theme of middleness, Jennifer Grotz's debut poetry collection delves into the nuances of twilight, a space that is both familiar and unfamiliar. The poems reflect on unique experiences, such as navigating darkness in a French tunnel and the complexities of art through the lens of a castrato's recording. Influenced by diverse settings and figures, from Texas landscapes to Parisian jazz clubs, Grotz's introspective and inquisitive verses convey a vibrant energy, marking her as a distinctive new voice in American poetry.