Last time, just as he was about to get hit again, Simon reminded the madam that she bought him from the dredge-line to solve the problem she couldn't.
The madam’s hand dropped to her side. “If I could have kept this within my own house, I would have.” She glanced at a couple girls who dropped their heads as though guilty or afraid. “I’ve headed off most of the gossip by keeping her shut up inside, but folks can smell a rumor like a dead fish in the sun, and I’m running out of time and ideas.” The madam drew a thin roll of dried black seaweed from her skirt pocket and stuck it between her teeth. “Since that girl is always staring out the window, I supposed she was watching you kids drag muck outta the river since there’s nothing else to look at, but maybe I was wrong.”
Wonderful six sentences! I wish you a ton of sales with your books! Happy Sunday and Happy Halloween! (And my sincere condolences on your Grandmothers passing). *Hugs*
ReplyDeleteStephanie Adkins
http://stephanieadkins.blogspot.com/
Very intriguing six. I want to read more!
ReplyDeleteShe admits she may have been wrong! LOL Great six as usual. Such an intrieguing story. And I'm very sorry to hear about your grandmother.
ReplyDeleteAnother intriguing six!
ReplyDeleteThis gets more and more intriguing every time!
ReplyDeleteAnd sorry about your grandmother. *hugs*
Oh yes, it gets even more interesting :-)
ReplyDeleteOkay, I love 'folks can smell a rumor like a dead fish in the sun' -- hate the smell, love the simile.
ReplyDelete(And let me know when you'll be in Seattle next; would love to meet for coffee.)
“I’ve headed off most of the gossip by keeping her shut up inside, but folks can smell a rumor like a dead fish in the sun, and I’m running out of time and ideas.” This is a great statement. I really enjoyed the image it invokes. Well done six. :)
ReplyDeleteThese characters are so fascinating. Want more :)
ReplyDeleteEee, you added more information! Love this. And the dead fish simile is SO great.
ReplyDeletesea weed out of her pocket - what an immagination you have. Well now the madam acknowledged that she needs them. and she has no idea what her daughter stares at. Great as usual
ReplyDeleteHmmmm. Interesting Six! Makes me want to know more.
ReplyDeleteKally
Hmmm, intriguing. Wishing you lots of sales on this. Take care and Happy Halloween.
ReplyDeleteInteresting world and society.
ReplyDeleteLove this: "folks can smell a rumor like a dead fish in the sun" - excellent. Nice 6.
ReplyDeleteAnother interesting and intriguing six. To admit uncertainty she must be worried.
ReplyDeleteSome great imagery and an original voice. Fantastic six!
ReplyDeleteGreat six. This is a wonderful story and I look forward to your six again next week. Thanks for sharing. Loved the dead fish comparison.
ReplyDeleteLike a dead fish in the sun. LOL. Interesting writing. Enjoyed it.
ReplyDeleteGreat six. You had me on every word. Well done.
ReplyDeletegreat six. Loved: but folks can smell a rumor like a dead fish in the sun,
ReplyDeleteGood personality on display. Interesting characters.
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