Praise for Trigger
"A survivor’s story portrayed with honest heaviness and caring vulnerability." – Kirkus Reviews
"The book is extremely well written and the story compelling." – Michael Cart, Booklist
"A raw and fiercely gripping portrayal with paramount representation." – School Library Journal, STARRED review
"A clever and important story." – Shirley-Anne McMillan, author of Grapefruit Moon
"Pulls no punches in its exploration of consent and self-acceptance, through free-verse streams of consciousness which cut straight to the heart." – Irish Examiner
"C.G. Moore has already proven himself to be an author who is not afraid to tackle stories that demand the most sympathetic and caring retellings ... Bravery and sensitivity are required to write about the topics that the author touches on, and Moore has demonstrated that he is capable of both ...The conciseness of the poems that form the narrative sits in contrast with the weight of the content, allowing plenty of space for the reader to contemplate and reflect ... Another important book by a talented young author." – Inis Magazine
"C.G. Moore wrote a realistic take on this story and how the darker topics were handled in a mature and respectable way. The characters felt like they were supposed to and thought it was realistic. I thought C.G. Moore had a great writing style and would love to read more." – NetGalley Reviewer, 5 star review
"Absolutely adored this verse novel by C.G. Moore. Moving, beautiful, filled with pain but also so much hope." – Emma Finlayson-Palmer, UK Teen Chat
"This is an uncomfortable read but it is absolutely a story worth reading." – Paper Lanterns
"Written in beautiful verse that captures this experience so profoundly making it very affecting and will stay with you long after you finish ... such an important book which I am sure will help many readers feel seen and less alone." – Waterstones Bookseller Review
"A breathtaking story ... The poems are just incredible ...You won't be able to put this down. I was worried the tough subject matter would be hard to read, but the writing is sensitive and skilled ... This book will stay with me for a long time." – Karla's Bookish Life
"Powerful and raw ... I am in awe with how C.G. Moore writes ... Truly amazing." – Leanne Reads
"A lesser book would have skated over these issues, but this free poetry novel puts them front and centre and makes them the whole point." – Read and Reviewed
--Praise for Gut Feelings--
"A raw and powerful exploration of chronic illness. Moore's writing is so emotional and immersive - I couldn't put this book down!" –Alice Oseman, author of Heartstopper
"Gut Feelings is a deeply moving YA novel in verse about medical intervention and family dynamics. With every page you turn, you’ll be gripped by the story and blown away by the page design." – Dean Atta, author of The Black Flamingo
"Brutal and emotional." – Books for Keeps"
"C.G. Moore wrote a realistic take on this story and how the darker topics were handled in a mature and respectable way. The characters felt like they were supposed to and thought it was realistic. I thought C.G. Moore had a great writing style and would love to read more." – NetGalley Reviewer, 5 star review
"I'm glad I read it, and if I was the author I would be very proud of this book. I will recommend it to others." – NetGalley Reviewer
"Wow - this was a difficult yet powerful read ... hard to put down once you start ...I think it will help a lot of teens who feel isolated or alone." – Net Galley Educator
