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Friday Fictioneers
Post 1558. Saturday June 28
She slips in and out of the shadows, hiding in the dank
alleyway. Dressed to allure, she slides into view
when a prospective client
appears.
She came here on a promise from her home overseas, lured by
a job, a home and a future; to send much-needed
money to her parents, her brother,
her sister.
Little did she know what
awaited her.
Concealed at a safe distance, her sinister pimp watches
his terrified victim as she plies his
loathsome trade.
One day she will disappear; unknown, anonymous.
No name just a number.
She’ll be replaced by another,
and another,
and another.
For Friday Fictioneers which is hosted by Rochelle who also provided the picture prompt.
Dear Keith,
ReplyDeleteWell written verse about a horrible blight on the world. Those last three lines echo like a hollow wind.
Shalom,
Rochelle
Mine is here. ;) https://rochellewisoff.com/2017/06/28/30-june-2017/
DeleteIt certainly is, and it's something that's unlikely to change. Thanks Rochelle - and also for the picture which has inspired so many interesting and diverse pieces this week.
DeleteOMG, this is scary and sad.
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Indeed. Thanks DeeDee.
DeleteChilling, especially when you think that this is all too true.
ReplyDeleteSadly it is. Cheers Nick
DeleteBeautifully poignant!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much moon.
DeleteHorribly relevant, Keith. That so many lives end in such tragedy is heartbreaking. Nicely written
ReplyDeleteIt certainly is. Thanks for commenting Lynn
DeleteDark thoughts that display realities of what is happening in our world today.. well done! :-)
ReplyDeleteSadly there is no sign of things changing, not yat anyway. Thnks Courtney.
DeleteAs sad as the subject is, that was brilliantly done, Keith.
ReplyDeleteMost kind of you Dale
DeleteTerrific and terrifying work.
ReplyDeleteCheers Iain
DeleteSad and too often too true. And i hold the "customers" accountable, too.
ReplyDeleteWithout them the problem would not exist. Sadly it's unlikely to change. Thanks mm.
Deleteas she plies his loathsome trade. Oh! I love the way you threw this back on the pimp. I think this is one of your best, Keith Kudos
ReplyDeleteAlicia, thank you so much for your generous words.
Deleteit happens in many places around the world as we speak. sadly, there'll be no end to it anytime soon.
ReplyDeleteVery true plaridel. Thank you.
DeleteThis is the sad state of affairs. Well written, Keith.
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Sadly it is. Thanks Aishwarya
DeleteA very poignant poem which exposes a state of affair happening far too often destroying the life of many young women. great writing and thanks for bringing it into awareness
ReplyDeleteIndeed. Thanks for commenting Marja
DeleteExcellent Keith - just dreadful and getting worse ... I am so grateful to be who I am ... with thoughts for all those in the wilderness of cruelty ... Hilary
ReplyDeleteI quite agree. Thanks Hilary.
DeleteReminds me of Rankin's 'The Hanging Garden.' Chilling and all too real in today's world.
ReplyDeleteIt does indeed - well spotted! Cheers Denise
DeleteA grim reality, well told.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much Alistair
DeleteVery thought-provoking piece, Keith...
ReplyDeleteThanks Calen
DeleteUnfortunately too true.
ReplyDeleteIndeed. Thanks ys
DeleteThat is so chilling, I like the poetry form you have done your piece in, it's really unique and effective.
ReplyDeleteNot my normal style so I'm pleased off worked! Cheers Rebecca
DeleteWow! This is not what I expected. Very sad.
ReplyDeleteThanks for dropping by once again Darla
DeleteMy pleasure!
DeleteDear Keith, Well, it is the OLDEST profession in the world. Your story is well penned in poetry. I sure hope she makes it out of the clutches of the slimy pimp (they are one of the biggest scourge humans have ever produced). Good job! Nan
ReplyDeleteThat is indeed what it's called. Thanks so much for your thoughts Nan.
DeleteBrilliant. The plight of such women has been captured expertly. Very well written. Cheers, Varad.
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Very kind of you Varad
DeleteThis is sadly true of so many lives and it will go on and on. You've captured all aspects of this very poignantly
ReplyDeleteThanks for your kind words Michael
DeleteYikes. This is far more terrifying than my tale. Mine is home to pretend monsters. Yours houses real demons. Well told, and slightly depressing to think about.
ReplyDeleteThank you - comedy next week, I promise!
DeleteScarily true to life, Keith - well done.
ReplyDeleteI so wish it wasn't. Thanks Liz
DeleteTerribly true for so many women and children. But you told it well, as it it, no nonsense. And it hit home hard.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much
DeletePowerful piece of poetry, describing a heartbreaking truth of the world nowadays. Well done, Keith.
ReplyDeleteVery kind. Thanks so much
DeleteChilling tale of human trafficking. Sometimes these victims are rescued. Most times they're not.
ReplyDeleteSadly, too true. Cheers James
DeleteSuch heartbreaking true! Very sad but very well written. Thanks!!! That's a masterpiece.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for your generouswords SHON
DeleteSo well written and so heart-breaking. The expectation of a better life. I can almost imagine her sending the money home and telling everyone she's doing great. :(
ReplyDeleteWell done.
I'm sure that's what happens. Cheers Sascha
DeleteGut wrenching truth. Nicely executed writing, though. Very tight and full of emotion.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much Russell
DeletePoetic.
ReplyDeleteThanks neel
DeleteYou captured the reality of this very well. Such a sad existence.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much Clare.
DeleteSo sad and soul-wrenching to see her stand under the beautiful archway to ply her trade to help her family back home. No-one care for her feelings but lust for her body.
ReplyDeleteI pleased it came across that way. Thanks Kalpana
DeleteGreat writing, Keith. This scourge upon the face of the earth, this traffic in humans, has to be stopped. I get angry if anyone tries to call prostitution a "victimless crime". It victimizes everyone connected with it one way or another. ---- Suzanne
ReplyDeleteI wholehartedly agree Suzanne. Thanks so much for your comment
DeleteA powerful piece that speaks out against the ugly reality that is brushed under the carpe.
ReplyDeleteThank you Dahlia. Too often it is.
DeleteA terrifying and true picture of a sordid trade in women. Well written indeed.
ReplyDeleteThat's very kind of you, thanks.
DeleteGreat rhythm and very poignant.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much Dawn
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