“Captivating and emotional! Laura did an amazing job discussing her life experiences deeply. You can feel the emotion through the pages. Everyone can relate to the emotions in the book no matter what walk of life they come from.”

— Amazon Reviewer

“You can tell that Laura wrote from the soul, not just the heart. It is something that I reflected on for quite some time after I finished reading it. Some poems stick with you, and honestly, the title of this collection hits even harder once you have read all of the works: Not Your Hero. It's so beautifully impactful.
I think if you are someone who is curious to see behind the curtain, this will do the job just beautifully. Be mindful that you may need some tissues, too, as it hits heavy.
I would recommend this collection to anyone. You don't have to be a poetry lover or reader to understand the beauty, the trauma, and the immersion of Laura's work.”

— Goodreads review

“Recommend to both active duty and veterans. If it’s not applicable to you, it is for someone in your circle!”

— Amazon Reviewer

“Laura has a remarkable ability to express raw emotion. I found myself crying more than once while reading her work.
She has a real talent for capturing the military experience and its deep emotional toll on the soul. I felt it, almost tasted it, despite never having lived it myself, yet Laura made it feel immediate and real for me. That, to me, is a true success.
It can be a difficult read at times, but it is an honest one, unafraid to look away from painful truths or hide behind comforting illusions. Laura, bravo!
I look forward to following the rest of your journey as a poet and writer. Your work is truly amazing!”

— Goodreads Review

“This is such a captivating read that gives an unfiltered look into the mental status and struggles our veterans face. Even for those who have not served, you are transported into a soldier's shoes and the trials they endure. The brutal honesty is refreshing and represents its own kind of strength and bravery. 10/10 would read again.”

— Amazon Reviewer

“A woman who signed up for the military service at a young age, and I felt every word of what that cost her.
This is a powerful, lonely, emotionally raw collection. A thought-provoking look at the human condition inside the military, and possibly a reflection of where we all are right now. The soldier's loss of bodily autonomy and freedom mirrors what is quietly happening to civilians.
What struck me most was the relatability. She confesses her sadness, her loneliness, her struggles, and somehow it reads like your own confessions too.”

— Goodreads Review