Ophelia Brown

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WE BIRTH US by Ophelia Brown

Reviewed by Jamie Michele for Readers’ Favorite

We Birth Us by Ophelia Brown follows Solon and Soleil, who meet across multiple lifetimes, recognizing each other in dreams, daily routines, and shared experiences. They live through moments of fear, storms, and uncertainty, supporting one another as they move through spaces both familiar and unfamiliar. Solon recalls being overlooked in past relationships, while Soleil follows her faith and instincts, guiding decisions and offering reassurance. They wade through the dangers of a letter that could cause harm, taking precautions and making choices together. Music, movement, and shared domestic life anchor their connection, and they observe each other’s reactions, learning to act in ways that preserve trust. Over time, they build homes, maintain gardens, and spend days with children, returning to the people and places that sustain their bond across time and circumstance.

Ophelia Brown’s We Birth Us is a luminous and unforgettable experience that is so unbelievably unique in its use of verse to tell a story. Brown gracefully captures the intimacy of shared presence and, through two voices, effectively paints a literary picture of how connection can span distance, time, and even dreamscapes. Brown’s portrayals of Soleil and Solon are almost ethereal, but it is others, like the Melodist, who drive their arcs in a way that feels painfully real. Every exchange, from whispered guidance to musical collaboration, is constructed in a heartfelt celebration of transformation, both literal and emotional. The format is unusual, but it is perfect for what Brown accomplishes in such an ambitious work. Alongside recurring motifs of music, soliloquy, and light-filled landscapes, this is a story that truly invites readers to savor connection and marvel at the beauty of enduring bonds. Recommended.