1174 Results in the "Fantasy" category


    • The Pattern: Reid Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Reid in a state of anguish as he witnesses the fatal wounding of a woman he deeply cares for, likely Lou. Despite his desperate attempts to save her, her life slips away, leaving him devastated. Their shared gaze in her final moments hints at unfulfilled possibilities and a profound connection. The tension escalates when Morgane, a powerful witch, threatens Reid with a blade, leading to a violent confrontation where he retaliates with brutal force, only to be subdued by her magic.…
    • 21. The Seething Knot Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Adolin Kholin grappling with the seemingly trivial yet deeply personal decision of choosing an outfit for an important mission into Shadesmar. He compares the process to dueling, where instincts honed through practice guide his choices. Despite his usual confidence, he hesitates between a traditional Kholin blue jacket and a bold yellow one, reflecting his internal conflict between duty and self-expression. His struggle highlights the tension between societal expectations and…
    • 48. Scent of Death, Scent of Life Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Eshonai, a listener, reflecting on the arrival of humans and their peculiar ways. Unlike the listeners, humans lack the ability to change forms or hear the rhythms of Roshar, and they wear metal carapaces as armor. Eshonai is fascinated by their single, unchanging form and their accompanying dullform creatures, who resemble listeners but lack speech or song. The humans settle across the river, and initial interactions are cautious, with only a few listeners permitted to engage with…
    • 77. The Proper Legality Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Venli, a listener, sneaking through the human palace of Kholinar while avoiding guards. She is there to sign a treaty but has ventured into forbidden areas under the guidance of Ulim, a spren who promises her people will one again build grand structures. Venli struggles with fear and doubt, questioning the risks she’s taking. Ulim’s absence from her gemheart leaves her feeling dull and disconnected from the new rhythms she craves, which once made the world feel more…
    • 106. A Hundred Discordant Rhythms Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Kaladin in a state of profound despair, clinging to Teft's lifeless body as his sense of purpose shatters. He reflects on his repeated failures to protect those he loves, from Tien to Bridge Four, and concludes that his identity as "Kaladin Stormblessed" was always a lie. Overwhelmed by numbness and self-loathing, he succumbs to the void of hopelessness, lacking even Adolin's intervention to pull him back. Syl's silent presence underscores the gravity of his emotional collapse,…
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      Chapter 25

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with a tense and symbolic conversation between a queen and a princess, centered around the metaphor of "breaking" to initiate a pivotal event. The queen emphasizes that for change or transformation to occur, someone must be the first to fracture, suggesting a necessary sacrifice or decisive action. The princess, aware of the gravity, recognizes that the person who must "break" is not yet prepared, implying a delicate balance of timing and readiness. This dialogue sets a tone of foreboding…
    • The Assassin and the Pirate Lord Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The Assassin and the Pirate Lord is a thrilling novella in the Throne of Glass universe that takes place before the events of the main series. It follows Celaena Sardothien, a deadly teenage assassin, as she embarks on a mission on behalf of the Assassin’s Guild. Sent to the remote Pirate Lord’s stronghold on a supposed mission of business, Celaena quickly discovers the Guild’s…
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      Chapter Eight

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with a visceral scene where the protagonist, Celaena, is rescued from a dire situation in a sewer, highlighting her vulnerability and the immediate aftermath of her ordeal. She is overwhelmed by physical and emotional trauma, experiencing vomiting and a desperate attempt to cleanse herself through multiple baths and alcohol. Her body is coated with grime, and despite her efforts to feel clean, she remains haunted by the violence she endured. The scene emphasizes her physical suffering and…
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      Chapter Three

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Cassian observes Rhysand in the High Lord’s study, a space rich with intricate details—hand-knotted carpets, a celestial model, and Feyre’s paintings. The room reflects their world’s complexity, blending artistry with power. Cassian notes Rhys’s meticulous tea-stirring, a contrast to his lethal precision in battle. The study’s two levels, filled with books and delicate objects, underscore the duality of their lives—scholarship and violence intertwined. Feyre’s paintings, some hauntingly…
    • Chapter Thirty-Five Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter plunges Nesta into a harrowing underwater struggle against a kelpie, evoking traumatic memories of her past encounter with the Cauldron. Disoriented in the frigid darkness, she initially panics but quickly recalls her weapons and magic. Despite the kelpie’s relentless grip, Nesta fights back with her dagger, severing its hold on her leg. The creature retaliates, pinning her to the silty bottom and assaulting her with a grotesque kiss that forces air into her lungs—a cruel act meant to…
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