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Chapter 61: The atmosphere in the room feels heavy with an unspoken tension. Evelyn’s words cut through the stillness, her reference to Andy’s death—the strange circumstances surrounding it—striking a raw nerve within me. The bruises, the marks, the things that didn’t add up, it all rushes back in a wave, and I find myself gasping for air. Has she caught on? Does she suspect me, or is she merely reflecting on the tragedy through her own lens? I am paralyzed by uncertainty. I force myself to…-
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Epilogue: In this pivotal moment of Millie’s journey, the narrative draws the reader into a scene where she stands at the crossroads of a potential new beginning, yet still burdened by the weight of her past mistakes and regrets. It’s a moment of intense reflection and possibility for her. Millie finds herself in a pristine kitchen, surrounded by the luxury and opulence of a house that seems worlds apart from the life she’s known. With the windows bathed in the soft glow of the late afternoon, she…
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Epigraph: On July 29, 1714, in the quiet village of Villon-sur-Sarthe, France, Adeline embarks on an urgent journey that marks the beginning of her departure from the life she has always known. The sun dips below the horizon as the landscape of the countryside begins to fade into shadows, mirroring the shift in Adeline's own fate. Her hurried escape from a distant wedding celebration leads her into the depths of the woods, her steps propelled by fear and the need to escape something intangible, something…-
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Chapter I takes place in New York City on a chilly morning, March 10, 2014, where a woman named Jess lies in bed beside a man named Toby. The two have spent the night together, but the woman’s true identity remains hidden—she is, in fact, Addie LaRue, a woman with a history long erased from the minds of those around her. She has long given up on expecting any connection to last; her true self, her past, and her very name are burdens too heavy for fleeting relationships to carry. For Addie, adopting the…
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Chapter II unfolds against the backdrop of a March day that mirrors the erratic nature of time itself, as winter struggles to release its grip on the land while spring attempts to assert itself. March 10th, a date that marks Addie's birthday, has become less of a celebration and more of a reminder of the stark contrast between her timeless existence and the world around her. For Addie, whose existence stretches far beyond the natural aging process, the concept of growing older is an alien one, and her…
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Chapter III follows young Adeline during the summer of 1698, as she embarks on a significant journey away from her small village of Villon-sur-Sarthe, France, with her father. At only seven years old, Adeline is filled with wonder and anticipation, though a part of her feels the weight of the unknown. Accompanying her father, a skilled woodworker, to the bustling city of Le Mans for the first time, she experiences a whirlwind of emotions. While the journey stirs feelings of excitement, she is also filled…
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Chapter IV takes place in Villon-sur-Sarthe during the fall of 1703, where the community’s life revolves around the local Catholic church, a bastion of faith that both unites and defines the villagers. At twelve years old, Adeline feels disconnected from the fervent religious practices of her parents, viewing her prayers as part of a monotonous routine rather than a meaningful spiritual act. Her family's devoutness contrasts sharply with her internal indifference, highlighting her struggle to find…
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Chapter V delves deeper into the complex psyche of sixteen-year-old Adeline as she navigates the rigid confines of societal expectations in Villon-sur-Sarthe, France, during the spring of 1707. Unlike the other young women in the village, who eagerly anticipate fulfilling the roles of wives and mothers, Adeline dreams of a life far removed from these limited choices. She imagines herself as a solitary figure, akin to the grandeur of an ancient tree, firmly rooted yet free to reach toward the sky. Her…
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Chapter VI is set against the bustling, ever-moving backdrop of New York City on March 10, 2014, offering a quiet yet profound exploration of solitude and introspection. Addie, the central figure of this narrative, walks through the streets of Manhattan with a sense of isolation that is both familiar and enduring. While the city around her pulses with life and activity, she remains a solitary observer, detached from the ever-changing flow of people who pass by without noticing her. This day represents a…
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Chapter VII finds Addie LaRue reflecting deeply on her existence as she walks through the bustling streets of New York City on a chilly March afternoon. The world around her swirls with the vibrancy of life, yet she feels the weight of her centuries of solitude, a stark contrast to the warmth that the city offers. As she passes by a street market, a familiar sight catches her eye—a worn and weathered book, its pages yellowed with age, calling out to her in a way only forgotten things can. Drawn to it,…
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