504 Results in the "Historical Fiction" category


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      2. Jodie

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Jodie, Kya’s older brother, had always been her closest companion during the early years following their mother’s departure. As the family began to fragment under the weight of their father’s abusive tendencies, Kya found solace in the bond she shared with him, even amidst the growing tension in their home. They would often share quiet, fleeting moments of normalcy—simple breakfasts and leisurely walks through the marshlands—creating a semblance of family, a fragile cocoon that briefly shielded…
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      Chapter 20

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 20 delves into the intense emotional and societal repercussions surrounding Margery O’Hare’s wrongful incarceration, an event that casts a shadow over the tight-knit community of Baileyville. The weight of these allegations presses hardest on Alice, who finds herself deeply entangled in the fight for justice while wrestling with her own personal dilemmas. Margery, now pregnant and confined within the unforgiving walls of a Kentucky jailhouse, becomes the symbol of a system that seeks to punish…
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      by Denzelle In the dim silence of early morning, Vianne sat beside a fresh grave, the damp earth beneath her fingers a painful reminder of all she had lost. The sky, a blend of lavender and fading stars, held no beauty for her weary soul, its vast emptiness reflecting the hollow ache in her chest. The familiar sounds of her backyard—chickens rustling in their coop, leaves whispering in the wind—did little to ground her, as grief wrapped around her like a heavy cloak. Stripping off her bloodstained clothes, she…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 7: A New Problem opens with Moshe grappling with the impact of Malachi's sudden departure from Pottstown, a situation that has left him unsettled and troubled. A month after Malachi’s departure, Moshe finds himself reflecting on the aftermath, particularly the sale of Malachi's bakery, which has now become his responsibility. This series of events, which includes handling the sale and the distribution of the bakery’s equipment, feels like an unwelcome burden. Moshe remembers receiving several…
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      H2O

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      by testsuphomeAdmin H2O is more than just a simple combination of hydrogen and oxygen; it is the foundation of life, an element that has shaped civilizations, ecosystems, and the course of human history. This chapter explores the scientific, historical, and symbolic significance of water, highlighting its unique molecular structure and the profound impact it has had on the world. At its core, water is a chemical marvel—a molecule composed of two hydrogen atoms bonded to a single oxygen atom, forming a bent shape that allows…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Zaleekhah has invited her close friend, Nen, to join a family dinner with her Uncle Malek and Aunt Malek by the River Thames in 2018. The setting, with its pleasant riverside views, holds a sense of quiet anticipation, but Zaleekhah cannot shake the unease that accompanies this gathering. As soon as they arrive, her discomfort grows, especially when Uncle Malek begins to ask Nen increasingly personal questions, probing into her profession as a tattoo artist and her living situation. These questions, though…
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      Chapter 7: Joe

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 7: Joe delves into the emotional complexities of Ben’s life, a man who is confined to his bed as he faces the dual burdens of physical pain and the inevitability of his mortality. His days are measured in the most tangible way, with each passing day marked off on a small calendar, a grim reminder of the little time he has left. Although his body is frail, the presence of his family, including his brother Ben and daughter Leah, offers some comfort. Leah, in particular, becomes a source of light in…
    • Chapter 16: A Football? But It’s Not Round Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 16: A Football? But It’s Not Round begins by highlighting the pilgrimage of Aghdas Kavandi, a mother from Iran, to the shrine of Imam Reza in Mashhad, a revered site for millions. Aghdas’s journey was driven by her deep concern for her son, Kaveh, who was born profoundly deaf. Initially, she believed that his condition was a result of her fall during pregnancy, but this belief was later corrected when a genetic connection to deafness in the family was discovered. Despite this newfound…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 3 introduces Arpad Kovacs, a guard who replaces Andor Gutman each night at six o’clock. Arpad is portrayed as an energetic and extravagant individual, known for his tendency to boast. Upon beginning his shift, he eagerly requests to see Gutman’s writings, offering praise without having actually read them, walking up and down the corridor with an air of confidence and cheerfulness. His actions project a sense of superiority and a need to be seen as an important figure, which contrasts with the…
    • Chapter 36: Everything But the Squeals … Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin In Chapter 36 of Mother Night, the protagonist has an intense confrontation with Wirtanen, filled with anger and frustration over how his work has been altered for commercial purposes. He is deeply disheartened by the way his artistic integrity has been undermined, comparing it to how a pig is used entirely, except for its squeals. This metaphor profoundly strikes him, symbolizing how his work, once an expression of his true self, has been reduced to mere utility, leaving him feeling exposed and stripped…
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