1214 Results in the "Fantasy" category


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      Chapter X

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter X takes us to the city of Paris on July 29, 1719, a time and place where Addie, the immortal woman cursed by a devilish pact, finds herself indulging in a rare moment of pleasure. In the opulent and hidden marquis's city house, she embraces the indulgence of luxuries she would never otherwise taste. She savors the rich chocolate, something she rarely allows herself to indulge in, and enjoys the exquisite surroundings of the house that symbolize the sharp contrast between her humble existence and…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter IX begins in the heart of New York City on a crisp evening in March, March 13, 2014, when Addie, who has spent centuries navigating the cruel anonymity of her curse, finds herself unexpectedly crossing paths with Henry outside his bookstore as it shuts for the day. The bustling streets of Brooklyn hum with life, yet Addie feels an acute sense of separation from the world around her. For the first time in years, she feels a fleeting sense of belonging as Henry, a stranger like so many others in her…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter VIII begins on the bustling streets of New York City on March 13, 2014, where Addie LaRue’s life takes an unexpected turn in a humble bookshop that she has frequented for years. In a space filled with scholarly individuals, bright-eyed children, and the everyday hum of people seeking solace in books, Addie becomes transfixed by Henry, a young man with an undeniable presence behind the counter. His effortless charm is revealed through a simple act—brushing his hair back—something so ordinary…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter VII takes us deeper into the mind of Adeline, who stands at the crossroads of her long and solitary existence, torn between the weight of her curse and the call of something greater. The figure that haunts her, the shadow that looms over her immortality, serves as a constant reminder of the price she pays for a life that never ends. This dark presence is more than just a specter; it represents the cost of eternal life—a life where connections are fleeting and memories are forever lost the moment…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter VI immerses the reader in the reflective and solitary world of Addie LaRue, who awakens on a cold New York City morning on a rooftop. The crisp, biting air of dawn contrasts sharply with the calm solitude she sought the night before, seeking refuge from the pressures of her cursed existence. Addie’s mind, still clouded by the remnants of the night, begins to sharpen as she becomes aware of Sam’s gentle presence, a contrast to the loneliness she so often faces. Sam, with her untamed golden curls…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter IV takes place on a warm summer evening in Paris, on July 29, 1715, where Addie LaRue, the protagonist, finds herself grappling with the complex realities of her existence. Far removed from any romantic ideals or aspirations, she has learned to navigate the world not as an artist seeking beauty, but as a survivor who has been shaped by time and circumstance. On this particular night, Addie uses her wit and cunning to outmaneuver a man who has followed her into a rented room. To protect herself from…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter III begins on a hot, sweltering summer day in Paris, 1714, where the city is a whirlwind of life, both dazzling and divisive. The once-glorious city teeters between wealth and squalor, a place where the promise of luxury exists side by side with the harshness of poverty. Amidst this stark contrast, Adeline LaRue, or Addie, finds herself navigating the difficult realities of survival, wishing for the elegant Paris that would eventually emerge with Haussmann’s grand renovations. With only a handful…
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      Chapter II

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter II opens with Addie LaRue, lost in thought as she strolls the vibrant streets of New York City on the evening of March 12, 2014. The city's heartbeat pulses around her as she immerses herself in the words of The Odyssey, her mind wandering through the ancient text while her body drifts along the modern world. Amidst the busy crowd, she heads toward the Baxter, a place that holds memories but also feels distant and fleeting, just like everything in her life. Her plans for a quiet night—one she has…
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      Chapter XVII

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter XVII immerses Addie in the vibrant pulse of New York City, where every corner offers an adventure, and every street is a potential discovery. The city's vastness is what draws her in, with its endless opportunities to absorb different cultures, foods, and experiences—each day bringing a new slice of life to savor. What captures her most, though, is the city's dynamic transformation, always in motion, constantly reshuffling its scenery, and offering up new nooks to explore. As the sun peeks…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter XVI takes place in Le Mans, France, on July 31, 1714, marking a significant chapter in Addie’s journey as she revisits a city that was once familiar to her. It’s been more than a decade since her last visit, and this time, she returns not as a hopeful young woman, but as someone bound by a curse that has altered the very fabric of her existence. The absence of her father’s comforting presence amplifies the weight of her solitude, and she finds herself stepping into a version of Le Mans that…
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