Petals and Thorns: Beneath the Bloom, the Sting

By Mr Austin Cole Mills

In this raw and deeply personal collection, Austin bares their soul, inviting readers into a narrative shaped by pain, survival, and resilience. From the echoes of childhood trauma to the harrowing grief of loss, these poems trace a journey through darkness, navigating the complexities of mental health, love, and self-discovery.Woven together with reflective passages, this book provides an intimate look at the emotional landscapes that inspired each poem. It is more than a collection of words-it is a story of breaking, healing, and finding the strength to rise again.For anyone who has faced the shadows and searched for the light, this book offers a hand to hold, a heart to connect with, and a reminder that even in the depths, hope can bloom.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0F89KDPV5
• ISBN13: 9798280248328
• Release Date: May 2025
• Publisher: Independently published
• Length: 142 Pages
• Weight: 0.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.0" x 0.3" x 6.0"