Read this poety book in one go and was fully gripped . Endure is a poetry collection that explores themes of personal struggle, trauma, mental health and illness ,grief , and self-discovery . The book delves into the author's experiences as a young trans man, reflecting on the challenges of identity, survival, and emotional resilience. Through raw, poignant poems, the author shares his journey toward healing and acceptance, encouraging readers to face their own battles and find the strength to continue. The collection aims to inspire others to speak up, embrace their vulnerabilities, and endure despite the difficulties life throws their way and coming out the other side with recovery and having a life worth living . Through poetry he’s been able to express and process his feelings , this book is so raw and honest with this thoughts and he’s hoping it can help other people . Highly highly recommend.

Endure hit me hard in the best way. Nathaniel Max talks about mental health with such honesty. It's real, not dressed up, like he’s saying what a lot of us feel but can’t say out loud. What has really stuck with me is how he remembers Mazie. She’s not just a memory in the background. She’s present, almost woven through the pages. You feel her light her love, and how carrying her forward shapes everything. It’s such a beautiful way to show that honouring someone isn’t about letting go, it’s about holding them close while you keep living. And in the middle of all that, Nathaniel reminds you it’s okay to just be you. Flaws, fears, all of it. This book is a must-read for anyone carrying heavy stuff, whether it’s mental health struggles, being trans or LGBTQ+, grieving someone you love, or just trying to figure out who you are. Endure doesn’t give easy answers, but it makes you feel seen and reminds you you’re not alone.