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Forty-Two Years had passed since Werryck last experienced the restfulness of sleep, a fact the protagonist learned during a series of late-night conversations. Werryck revealed that his choice to forgo sleep was motivated by an insatiable desire for revenge and control, a decision that had cost him his peace. This unsettling admission forced the protagonist to reflect on Lark's beliefs regarding redemption, specifically for those who had wronged her—like Large Beef, a man who once attempted to firebomb…-
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Kellan Had Drawn His Face, as the narrator awoke early to the sound of footsteps, hurried and purposeful, signaling the start of another grueling day aboard the ship. After being escorted up to the upper deck, the narrator was introduced to the paint crew, which gathered in a space that doubled as a commissary for the medical staff and other ship personnel. The crew, made up of five individuals, was informally led by Beezie, a tenacious woman who, despite her initial skepticism about newcomers, recognized…
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The Twelve are deeply affected by the events unfolding around them, as Ivar urgently interrupts the protagonist’s work to deliver distressing news: Werryck, suffering from a debilitating migraine, has specifically requested their presence. Werryck’s quarters, overwhelmed with shadows and stifling heat, resemble an oppressive atmosphere, akin to "cheese sweating in a warm room." As the protagonist begins to play the bass guitar, a rare moment of calm washes over Werryck, who, despite his physical pain,…
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The Day I Remembered The Future begins with an atmosphere charged with tension and uncertainty, as the protagonist is abruptly roused from sleep by the sound of hurried footsteps and clamor. These unsettling noises mark the beginning of a significant event that shifts the mood aboard the ship. The protagonist soon learns that, against all odds, some of the twelve individuals previously presumed dead are, in fact, still alive. This shocking revelation is delivered as Ivar, providing a simple morning rusk,…
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The Twelve are locked away in the Shambles, and the protagonist, still reeling from a prolonged illness, finds themselves deeply concerned for Kellan and the others. After enduring a long period of sickness, with Ivar providing much-needed care, the protagonist is finally able to return to the paint crew. However, the return only unveils the grim reality of the twelve prisoners, who are in desperate states of physical and mental decay. Seeing them in their cells, visibly broken and suffering, the…
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Acknowledgments is a heartfelt chapter in which the author expresses profound gratitude for the numerous individuals and organizations who played an integral role in bringing their work to fruition. The journey to publication is rarely a solo endeavor, and the author begins by recognizing Grove Atlantic, the publisher, as an incredibly fortunate partnership. They note the great privilege of being able to work with such a supportive and dedicated publisher. Special thanks are given to Morgan Entrekin, who…
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A bold round face and a curving tail marked the ship "Flower" as it sailed away from a past filled with danger and uncertainty. The characters onboard sought a new beginning, hoping to leave behind the threats that haunted them. As they navigated around the eastern tip of the island, the ship’s massive silhouette loomed against the darkening sky, suggesting a history deeply tied to the landscape. With the mainsail damaged, the crew relied on the jib and Burke’s unexpectedly skilled hand at the wheel,…
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Perihelion marked a pivotal moment in the story, where the characters grappled with profound personal loss while seeking new horizons. Sol, devastated by the recent death of Papa Griff, found herself emotionally shaken but chose to conceal her sorrow from others. Her grief was channeled into a vehement hatred of the lake, the very body of water that had claimed the lives of her two uncles and now, tragically, Griff. This intense animosity became a symbol of the unresolved grief that haunted her, making the…
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Introduction presents a virtual hearing held amid a global pandemic, where politicians question three witnesses about the ongoing crisis. The Chairwoman opens the session by demanding an apology from Witness #1, who appears visibly flustered and struggles to address the widespread pain affecting the American public. While she expresses anger toward the law-breaking actions of others, she does not acknowledge her role in the crisis, insisting that her past decisions were justified based on the information…-
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Chapter 1 begins with a vivid recounting of a dramatic crime wave in Los Angeles on November 29, 1983. The FBI’s Los Angeles office was alerted to a robbery in the Melrose District, where a young man wearing a New York Yankees cap carried out his crime. This robber, who would later be known as the Yankee Bandit, had been active since July, executing numerous successful heists with remarkable precision and care. His distinctive baseball cap became his signature, a hallmark of his identity. Within just a…
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