Promises of Gold

"In Promises of Gold, José Olivarez weaves a work that delves into love, family, grief, and an exploration of self. Written in both English and Spanish, we read through a series of thoughts and emotions that are personal but still find a way to resonate with the reader. Olivarez’s collection of poems delivers a voice that’s both intimate and understated. His voice is both distinct and familiar; a voice you can hear yourself in. You’ll be wanting to read the same poem three times over because you’ll find something new to love about it each and every time."