A Silent Scream
The Murder of Sarah Everard48 total reviews
Comment from Ric Myworld
Such a senseless act of violence for the satisfaction of a sexual predator, a policeman sworn to uphold, serve, and protect. Regard for human life seemingly declines in all realms of society. Who can we trust!
Thanks for sharing.
reply by the author on 06-Apr-2024
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Such a senseless act of violence for the satisfaction of a sexual predator, a policeman sworn to uphold, serve, and protect. Regard for human life seemingly declines in all realms of society. Who can we trust!
Thanks for sharing.
Comment Written 06-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 06-Apr-2024
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Thank you so much, Ric, for taking the time to review and getting so little in return. The case still makes my blood boil and all I know is he's going to have a hard time of it inside as a cop unless he's in solitary! Thanks again. I'm very grateful. Debbie
Comment from Terry Reilly
Outstanding piece of work, Debbie. The combination of poetic excellence and bitingly relevant, highly emotive, social commentary is rarely achieved to such effect. Hearty congratulations, Terry.
reply by the author on 01-Apr-2024
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Outstanding piece of work, Debbie. The combination of poetic excellence and bitingly relevant, highly emotive, social commentary is rarely achieved to such effect. Hearty congratulations, Terry.
Comment Written 01-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 01-Apr-2024
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Thank you so much, Terry, for such a very kind review! I'm honoured by your lovely words. Debbie
Comment from Dimzdale1
Truly a tragic story of betrayed trust. It still hard to conceive such things despite being a Sexual Assault Victims Advocate for the Department of Defense while I served in the U.S. Navy. It's a sensitive topic for me. Thank you for your exquisite writing in bringing it to life in my mind. And with that ...I bid adieu.
reply by the author on 23-Mar-2024
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Truly a tragic story of betrayed trust. It still hard to conceive such things despite being a Sexual Assault Victims Advocate for the Department of Defense while I served in the U.S. Navy. It's a sensitive topic for me. Thank you for your exquisite writing in bringing it to life in my mind. And with that ...I bid adieu.
Comment Written 23-Mar-2024
reply by the author on 23-Mar-2024
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Thank you so much for this. It means a lot to me that it resonates with you so much, given your own background. I'm really grateful for the time you've taken here and your kind support. Take care Debbie
Comment from tfawcus
I read this a day or two ago but didn't get round to reviewing. You've achieved a coherent retelling of this tragedy in verse with skilful enjambment and punctuation. The metre works well to give a ballad-like feel and the rhyming is consistent and unobtrusive. All in all, a fine composition. Congratulations.
reply by the author on 13-Mar-2024
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I read this a day or two ago but didn't get round to reviewing. You've achieved a coherent retelling of this tragedy in verse with skilful enjambment and punctuation. The metre works well to give a ballad-like feel and the rhyming is consistent and unobtrusive. All in all, a fine composition. Congratulations.
Comment Written 13-Mar-2024
reply by the author on 13-Mar-2024
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Thank you so much, Tony! I greatly appreciate your kindness and support. Debbie
Comment from bob cullen
Informative, eye-opening and terrifying. If one can no longer trust policing authorities, who can they trust? Debi, this truly is a sensational write. I hope this bastard rots in prison where he deserves to be. And hopefully some of the inmates may learn of his deeds and then impose their own degree of punishment.
reply by the author on 13-Mar-2024
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Informative, eye-opening and terrifying. If one can no longer trust policing authorities, who can they trust? Debi, this truly is a sensational write. I hope this bastard rots in prison where he deserves to be. And hopefully some of the inmates may learn of his deeds and then impose their own degree of punishment.
Comment Written 13-Mar-2024
reply by the author on 13-Mar-2024
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Thank you so much, Bob, for this exceptional rating and your thoughtful comments regarding an appropriate punishment which I too would support! Take care Debbie
Comment from CrystieCookie999
This poem pays tribute to a lovely young lady named Sarah Everard. The rhythm/meter and rhyme are very good. Thank you for the author notes, since crime stories across the sea are rarely published in our local newspaper. I think you did a good job overall.
reply by the author on 12-Mar-2024
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This poem pays tribute to a lovely young lady named Sarah Everard. The rhythm/meter and rhyme are very good. Thank you for the author notes, since crime stories across the sea are rarely published in our local newspaper. I think you did a good job overall.
Comment Written 12-Mar-2024
reply by the author on 12-Mar-2024
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Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful review! Take care Debbie
Comment from harmony13
The author's words were filled with
grief, sadness, violent acts and sadness. I found this poem to be very well written, detailed, and heart breaking. Thank you for the author's notes - how emotional it all is. Debbie, sending my sincere
thoughts and prayers...Maria
reply by the author on 12-Mar-2024
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The author's words were filled with
grief, sadness, violent acts and sadness. I found this poem to be very well written, detailed, and heart breaking. Thank you for the author's notes - how emotional it all is. Debbie, sending my sincere
thoughts and prayers...Maria
Comment Written 12-Mar-2024
reply by the author on 12-Mar-2024
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Thank you so much, Maria, for this precious review! I greatly appreciate your lovely, supportive words. Take care Debbie
Comment from Heather Bagley
Wow.. this poem is incredible. It broaches an incredibly heavy topic while flowing so well it makes it almost pleasant (I'm not sure if that's the right word) to read. The rhymes are clever and well thought out, and I'm glad you've used your talent to address this issue.
~Heather
reply by the author on 12-Mar-2024
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Wow.. this poem is incredible. It broaches an incredibly heavy topic while flowing so well it makes it almost pleasant (I'm not sure if that's the right word) to read. The rhymes are clever and well thought out, and I'm glad you've used your talent to address this issue.
~Heather
Comment Written 12-Mar-2024
reply by the author on 12-Mar-2024
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Heather, thank you so much for this very kind review which I'm honoured to receive. I'm delighted by your lovely words. Take care Debbie
Comment from Ulla
Oh, Debbie, I do remember that case. It was reported everywhere. If we can't trust the law enforcement ie the police, who the heck can we believe? Your poem is so wonderfully written. Ulla xcx
reply by the author on 12-Mar-2024
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Oh, Debbie, I do remember that case. It was reported everywhere. If we can't trust the law enforcement ie the police, who the heck can we believe? Your poem is so wonderfully written. Ulla xcx
Comment Written 12-Mar-2024
reply by the author on 12-Mar-2024
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Thank you so much, Ulla, for your kind and thoughtful review! It was the mother's words that inspired me. Such dignity! How do parents ever get over this kind of evil? Take care, Debbie xo
Comment from John Ciarmello
Oh my, Debbie!
This sort of event is always sad to hear, and what makes it worse is the loss of trust that occurs throughout what should be a trusted profession. How does one ever not wonder when looking at an officer whether he's on the up and up or is he a rapist and a murderer.
We say time heals all. I believe, in this case, that will never be true.
Best, JohnC
reply by the author on 12-Mar-2024
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Oh my, Debbie!
This sort of event is always sad to hear, and what makes it worse is the loss of trust that occurs throughout what should be a trusted profession. How does one ever not wonder when looking at an officer whether he's on the up and up or is he a rapist and a murderer.
We say time heals all. I believe, in this case, that will never be true.
Best, JohnC
Comment Written 12-Mar-2024
reply by the author on 12-Mar-2024
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Thank you so much, John, for this very kind review that I'm honoured to receive! It's a mess isn't it when we lose faith in our protectors and they have to issue advice, after this crime, about how to respond in the event of being stopped by the police! Take care Debbie
