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Trafficked: Two Sisters Lost
San Diego may be known as a place for its beautiful beaches, mild weather, and year-round outdoor lifestyle, but the FBI has also identified the city as a high intensity child prostitution area and a gateway for international human trafficking. "Trafficked: Two Sisters Lost," is the story of two vulnerable young sisters, separated from each other, sexually exploited, suffering from inhumane living conditions, and confronted daily with physical and emotional abuse. Erin, a part-time journalist with a weekly newspaper in the San Diego area, is assigned a task to write a series of articles about the brutal industry of human trafficking that, depending on the source, is the second or third most profitable criminal activity in the world. In doing so, she not only becomes aware of the magnitude of the problem, but becomes deeply involved in the efforts to rescue and reunite the two lost sisters.
324 pages, Paperback
First published January 13, 2014
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March 25, 2021
Two lost sisters, definitely.
The author did not exploit the children, whether real or a composite of several, to tantalize the reader. The object, I believe and what was accomplished, was a straight forward telling of the horrors of trafficking children, young vulnerable children by people who think of only making money with a product. I can't imagine kidnapping, being sold over and over again, without any of the Perpetrator thinking of the human side of the victims. So many lives ruined, parents, siblings, aunts, uncles etc. If the criminals are not punished while on earth, may they burn in hell for all eternity. A real problem shown to have advocates and dedicated people to end this hell for these victims of human trafficking. Thank you Lois Kenna Tripodi for telling the Carla's and the Serrena's stories.
The author did not exploit the children, whether real or a composite of several, to tantalize the reader. The object, I believe and what was accomplished, was a straight forward telling of the horrors of trafficking children, young vulnerable children by people who think of only making money with a product. I can't imagine kidnapping, being sold over and over again, without any of the Perpetrator thinking of the human side of the victims. So many lives ruined, parents, siblings, aunts, uncles etc. If the criminals are not punished while on earth, may they burn in hell for all eternity. A real problem shown to have advocates and dedicated people to end this hell for these victims of human trafficking. Thank you Lois Kenna Tripodi for telling the Carla's and the Serrena's stories.
November 27, 2022
Worth the tears
A heartbreaking fictional story. One that could so easily be the untold truth of so many young girls trapped in the disgustingly lucrative sexploitation of young girls. More writers could take a cue from this author who writes about what others can do to help put a boot to the face of human trafficking. Great characters, great story line and a brilliant angle at which to approach this ever growing problem in the US that so few seem to be acknowledging much less talking about. Well done.
A heartbreaking fictional story. One that could so easily be the untold truth of so many young girls trapped in the disgustingly lucrative sexploitation of young girls. More writers could take a cue from this author who writes about what others can do to help put a boot to the face of human trafficking. Great characters, great story line and a brilliant angle at which to approach this ever growing problem in the US that so few seem to be acknowledging much less talking about. Well done.
January 16, 2023
Such a profound story
What words can I say about this book that would even describe the emotions I experienced reading it. I am a native of San Diego . Born and raised in the core of this story. I never knew that this life even existed . THANK YOU for shedding light on such an important topic. We need to put these people behind bars! It is true when we see those billboards
IF YOU SEE SOMETHING? SAY SOMETHING! Do not turn a blind eye. These kids need someone to care enough to help. We can move mountains UNITED!
What words can I say about this book that would even describe the emotions I experienced reading it. I am a native of San Diego . Born and raised in the core of this story. I never knew that this life even existed . THANK YOU for shedding light on such an important topic. We need to put these people behind bars! It is true when we see those billboards
IF YOU SEE SOMETHING? SAY SOMETHING! Do not turn a blind eye. These kids need someone to care enough to help. We can move mountains UNITED!
March 13, 2020
My review of this book
I really liked this book..It was believable. I liked that the author did not get to graphic . I have ( started many human trafficking books) all written by men who demoralize the women by saying the women's body betrayed them by having an orgasm...That would would never happen in real life. It's just the men's fantasy. This Book is good I'd rec it to anyone who wants a good read..
I really liked this book..It was believable. I liked that the author did not get to graphic . I have ( started many human trafficking books) all written by men who demoralize the women by saying the women's body betrayed them by having an orgasm...That would would never happen in real life. It's just the men's fantasy. This Book is good I'd rec it to anyone who wants a good read..
September 13, 2019
Lots of holes
This book seemed interesting. It quite often hinted at Mike's involvement or somehow relation to the Carla and Serena. At the end, there was just a sudden drop that simply kills all of those plots and leaves many questions unanswered. Overall, a decent read, but it felt too rushed with no real ending and no closure.
This book seemed interesting. It quite often hinted at Mike's involvement or somehow relation to the Carla and Serena. At the end, there was just a sudden drop that simply kills all of those plots and leaves many questions unanswered. Overall, a decent read, but it felt too rushed with no real ending and no closure.
December 13, 2020
Trafficked:Two Sisters Lost ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Lois Kenna Tripodi has written a novel about trafficking & following 2 sisters journey from being snatched & there is heartbreak & I shed a few tears .There's also resilience & strength within the girls ,if you like this type of book you will be touched by how it is written ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Lois Kenna Tripodi has written a novel about trafficking & following 2 sisters journey from being snatched & there is heartbreak & I shed a few tears .There's also resilience & strength within the girls ,if you like this type of book you will be touched by how it is written ⭐⭐⭐⭐
February 27, 2019
Exelent!
I now know what to look for where children are concerned. I will never take life for granted ever again. I hope many others will read this book so they too may be able to make a difference to someone, someday.
I now know what to look for where children are concerned. I will never take life for granted ever again. I hope many others will read this book so they too may be able to make a difference to someone, someday.
January 7, 2020
Sad
Very well written. I could picture the places the characters were at as they were being described by the author. The things that the sisters went through was horrific and sadly based on reality.
Very well written. I could picture the places the characters were at as they were being described by the author. The things that the sisters went through was horrific and sadly based on reality.
January 9, 2021
unbelievably sad book
i couldn't put this book down , it is an amazing story and truly horrific in parts but i had to get to the end to know what happened to the girls . Absolutely amazing book but very emotional.
i couldn't put this book down , it is an amazing story and truly horrific in parts but i had to get to the end to know what happened to the girls . Absolutely amazing book but very emotional.
December 23, 2021
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These characters
These characters came to life and leapt off the pages and embedded themselves in my heart.
Highly recommend this book that made me cry more often than not
Happy cries
These characters
These characters came to life and leapt off the pages and embedded themselves in my heart.
Highly recommend this book that made me cry more often than not
Happy cries
July 4, 2022
A very well written book with a compelling story. I really wanted to give this 5 stars because it really was so brilliant, and I was drawn so much to the two sisters, Erin and their fight, but I just found the ending so gut-wrenching and painful.
September 8, 2022
child lost.
Loved all of the book unhappy with child being killed , had such high hopes for. Her,Good time for her, but at lest she had some happiness heartbroken to know that this gos on even now. Keep on writing. Loyal reader
Loved all of the book unhappy with child being killed , had such high hopes for. Her,Good time for her, but at lest she had some happiness heartbroken to know that this gos on even now. Keep on writing. Loyal reader
January 4, 2019
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Well written, attention keeping. I really enjoyed this it really shows a light on the reality of the human trafficking that is a real issue.
Well written, attention keeping. I really enjoyed this it really shows a light on the reality of the human trafficking that is a real issue.
February 23, 2019
Trafficked: Two Sisters Lost
I felt every emotion with this book. It brings a very real problem to light! The two sisters I just wanted to hug them myself! Thank you!
I felt every emotion with this book. It brings a very real problem to light! The two sisters I just wanted to hug them myself! Thank you!
March 17, 2019
Excellent Read
I loved reading this book. I read it in 2 days. I found my self saddened by Carla’s death but so excited for Serena. Great book.
I loved reading this book. I read it in 2 days. I found my self saddened by Carla’s death but so excited for Serena. Great book.
September 30, 2019
Brilliant
I love happy endings and glad that one of the girls have been saved.
And the person s still haven't gave up helping to stop the traffic of young childrens .
I love happy endings and glad that one of the girls have been saved.
And the person s still haven't gave up helping to stop the traffic of young childrens .
March 21, 2021
Exceptional Book
Bring your tissues. The world of human trafficking is not pretty and this book will break your heart. Well written but tissues definitely a necessity.
Bring your tissues. The world of human trafficking is not pretty and this book will break your heart. Well written but tissues definitely a necessity.
April 4, 2022
Amazing
Page turner for real. I could not put it down. Now I got ta find another book just as good.
Page turner for real. I could not put it down. Now I got ta find another book just as good.
August 2, 2022
One of the best books I've ever read
Wasn't expecting much but was suprised. Fantastic read. Could not put it down. Twists and turns kept me turning the pages.
Wasn't expecting much but was suprised. Fantastic read. Could not put it down. Twists and turns kept me turning the pages.
October 29, 2023
Amazing
This was an absolutely wonderful book! Not what I expected but much better. To think this is what goes on in our world, absolutely horrifying!
This was an absolutely wonderful book! Not what I expected but much better. To think this is what goes on in our world, absolutely horrifying!
January 16, 2024
Hard read, but excellent!
This book talks about real life occurrences that we all turn a blind eye too. We should all do more for the Carla's and Serena's in this world!!
This book talks about real life occurrences that we all turn a blind eye too. We should all do more for the Carla's and Serena's in this world!!
April 20, 2024
good book worth the read
Lots of realistic stuff written a bit gushing in some places but overall worth a a real twist to the ending I wasn’t expecting
Lots of realistic stuff written a bit gushing in some places but overall worth a a real twist to the ending I wasn’t expecting
January 23, 2019
👍
Good read.....it amazes me that so many people are not aware of this problem, it's everywhere and just sickening ....so sad.
Good read.....it amazes me that so many people are not aware of this problem, it's everywhere and just sickening ....so sad.
June 28, 2017
Definitely a hard read. This book brings 2 sisters young girls who are sold into human traffiking and their plight to stay together. I enjoyed reading this book the ending brought tears to my eyes.
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