Paul Callus Poet Verse

Double-Dealer

Dangerously cunning,
dressed to kill, she plans his 
downfall, relying on 
debilitating strength.
Driven by greed she acts:
Deft hand of betrayal	 
dealt by a femme fatal. 

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Contest: Pleiades - D
Sponsor: Kim Merryman
Placed 3rd
© 29th August 2016

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Freddie Robinson Jr. November 8, 2016 at 3:35 PM Exquisite poem, Paul. The thematic scope is so richly deep, and you plumbed it well. Very good job on this outstanding work of art. Love your work, my friend. Many blessings of love to you. RW Paul Callus November 9, 2016 at 3:37 PM I am pleased that you like this short offering, Freddie. In history one comes across many a woman who can be classed as a temptress and a femme fatal. Regards // paul

Andrea Dietrich September 2, 2016 at 8:30 PM I can see this one had great thought and work put into it. Congrats on your fine win, Paul Paul Callus September 3, 2016 at 6:32 AM Thank you, Andrea; it was a pleasure to share this podium finish with you:) Regards // paul

Joseph May September 1, 2016 at 8:58 PM Congrats on your win Paul Paul Callus September 2, 2016 at 2:49 PM Thank you for stopping by with congrats, Joseph. All the best. // paul

Kim Merryman September 1, 2016 at 6:18 PM Paul, An excellent write, almost like a story in a poem. Your lines were smooth flowing and your topic unique. Congrats on your 3rd place win! Blessings! Paul Callus September 2, 2016 at 2:49 PM I love your feedback on my winning entry, Kim! So pleased to have made it to your winners' list:) Thank you. Blessings...and enjoy the weekend. // paul

CayCay Godwin September 1, 2016 at 4:30 PM Ew la la - this reminds me of the perfect female character on a soap operas! I truly enjoyed reading it and congratulate you on your placement ... CayCay Paul Callus September 1, 2016 at 5:51 PM This is my last reply for the night, CayCay (12.51am over here). Thank you for reading and enjoying my double-dealer. Regards and goodnight. // paul

Laura Hay September 1, 2016 at 9:25 AM Well done on your placement for this contest Paul another great poem! Well done, warm regards, Laura. Paul Callus September 1, 2016 at 12:30 PM Thank you, Laura. A while ago I enjoyed your latest poem...you rocked me:) Warm regards // paul

Anne-Lise Andresen September 1, 2016 at 4:20 AM - A exciting Pleiades - Congratulations on your placement in the contest, with this excellent write Paul :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :) Paul Callus September 1, 2016 at 12:16 PM Your congrats and lovely comments are truly appreciated, Anne-Lise:) Thank you! Hugs // paul

Kai Michael Neumann September 1, 2016 at 4:02 AM Well written. Good vent. Congratulations, Kai Paul Callus September 1, 2016 at 12:14 PM Thank you for stopping by with congrats and nice comments, Kai. Regards // paul

Ravi Sathasivam September 1, 2016 at 2:08 AM Excellent story. Well penned. Enjoyed reading it. Thanks for sharing it. Paul Callus September 1, 2016 at 12:13 PM Thank you for the lovely comments, Ravi. All the best. // paul

Janis Medders Tobechi September 1, 2016 at 12:55 AM Done well, Paul, done well. Congratulations. Paul Callus September 1, 2016 at 11:49 AM Your congratulations and nice comments are appreciated, Janis. Thank you. Regards // paul

Viv Wigley September 1, 2016 at 12:30 AM Deftly done, deeply dark, congrats, Paul! Regards, vIV Paul Callus September 1, 2016 at 11:48 AM Thank you for the positive feedback and congrats, Viv. Regards // paul

Connie Marcum Wong September 1, 2016 at 12:12 AM Ohhhh a mysterious Pleiades. Terrific Paul,congratulations on your win! Paul Callus September 1, 2016 at 11:46 AM Thank you for liking, Connie, and for the congrats. I was pleased to see your winning entry flying high with the best:) Regards // paul

Beautiful Scars August 31, 2016 at 7:56 PM Paul, wonderfully written dear man :) congrats on your placement! :)-luloo Paul Callus September 1, 2016 at 11:45 AM Thank you, Laura:) Your entry did you proud!! ~ Regards // paul

Winged Warrior August 30, 2016 at 2:45 PM Reminds me of someone I used to know lol...great Pleiades Paul...god bless...^WW^ Paul Callus August 30, 2016 at 3:21 PM Pleased with your visit and comments, WW:) I pity anyone having to deal with a double-dealer! Regards // paul

Nette Onclaud August 30, 2016 at 11:15 AM ohh, i like the sinister tone of this pleiades; well done, paul.. huggs Paul Callus August 30, 2016 at 11:59 AM Thank you for your lovely feedback, Nette:) Hugs // paul

Agnes Krampe August 29, 2016 at 4:51 PM oh, nice take on the pleiades, Paul. Paul Callus August 29, 2016 at 5:51 PM Glad you like it, Agnes. Regards and goodnight...almost 1am here! // paul

Tim Smith August 29, 2016 at 4:19 PM Very good Paul...a terrific story in so few words Paul Callus August 29, 2016 at 5:50 PM Thank you for reading and liking, Tim. Regards // paul