Fishnet
Fishnet by Kirstin Innes, published by Simon and Schuster on October 15, 2019, is a 352-page work that delves into the complexities of contemporary sex work through the lens of personal loss. The narrative follows Fiona, who, six years after her sister Rona’s mysterious disappearance, uncovers the unsettling truth that Rona had been involved in prostitution. This revelation propels Fiona into an obsessive investigation of the sex industry, challenging her understanding of her sister’s choices and the societal perceptions surrounding women in this world.
Readers will find that Fishnet presents a nuanced exploration of the lives of sex workers, examining themes of power, vulnerability, and choice. As Fiona navigates this intricate landscape, she grapples with the duality of empowerment and victimhood that defines the experiences of women within the industry. The book’s bold and unflinching prose invites reflection on contemporary femininity and the often-misunderstood realities faced by those involved in sex work.
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A “thoughtful, bruising, poignant, and poetic” (Ian Rankin) debut in which a woman’s search for her missing sister leads her into the world of contemporary sex work.
Rona Leonard was only twenty-years-old when she walked out of her sister Fiona’s flat and disappeared.
Six years later—worn down by a tedious job, childcare, and an aching absence in her life—Fiona’s mundane existence is blown apart by the revelation that Rona had been working as a prostitute before she vanished. Driven to discover the truth, Fiona embarks on an obsessive quest to investigate the sex industry that claimed her sister. However, as she is drawn into this complex world, Fiona finds herself seduced by the power it offers women in a society determined to see them only as victims.
In bold, unflinching prose, Fishnet offers a clear-eyed look at the lives of sex workers, questioning our perception of contemporary femininity and challenging assumptions about power, vulnerability, and choice.
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