Smell Quote by Brent Weeks
““It smells like old whore in here.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Black Prism, Brent Weeks, 2010
The speaker likens the smell to that of an old prostitute, implying a gritty, perhaps morally ambiguous atmosphere.
In simple terms: A vivid, harsh metaphor describing a foul smell.
Use vivid language to convey atmosphere.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- fiction writing
- scene setting
- dialogue
- critical analysis
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does such language affect reader perception?
- When is strong imagery appropriate?
Metaphor may be offensive or misinterpreted.