504 Results in the "Historical Fiction" category


    • Chapter 14: Differing Weights and Measures Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 14: Differing Weights and Measures begins at the edge of Pigs Alley, where Fatty, seated on a pile of scrap wood outside his jook joint, quietly surveys the night while wrestling with a growing concern. Inside, the laughter and lively tunes can't mask the unease he feels about Nate Timblin’s presence, a man whose silence speaks volumes. Nate’s quiet drinking masks a history few know in full—but Fatty remembers enough to sense the weight of danger simmering in that silence, especially with a…
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      33. The Scar

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The Scar, set during the winter of 1968, introduces a transformative moment in Kya’s life when she is startled by the unexpected arrival of a man in a military uniform at her isolated shack. Upon closer inspection, the man is revealed to be Jodie, her long-lost brother, though he is only recognizable by the prominent scar on his face. The scar, a tangible mark of their traumatic past, triggers a whirlwind of emotions and memories for Kya as she is confronted with the reality of their family’s…
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      Chapter 24

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 24 unfolds on the pivotal day of Margery O’Hare’s trial, an event that momentarily halts the rhythm of Baileyville, Kentucky, as its residents gather in anticipation. The courthouse becomes the town’s epicenter, attracting curious onlookers, passionate supporters, and relentless gossipers, transforming the trial into a public spectacle rather than a solemn pursuit of justice. Outside, vendors set up makeshift stalls, selling food and drinks, while a traveling snake charmer entertains the…
    • Chapter 27: Vianne’s Sacrifices Amid Nazi Oppression Cover
      by Denzelle Chapter Twenty-Seven is a deeply evocative exploration of the moral challenges, emotional struggles, and sacrifices faced by individuals under the Nazi occupation of France. Set in October 1942, the chapter opens with Vianne and Gaëtan carefully making their way through dense, treacherous woods toward the border. Their mission, motivated by a shared desire to support Isabelle’s resistance efforts, underscores the palpable tension of their dangerous reality. Vianne's sacrifices, highlighted by her…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 11: Gone begins with an eerie shift in the atmosphere of the Heaven & Earth Grocery Store, as the overhead light flickers, signaling the arrival of an unexpected visitor. Dodo, hidden behind a trapdoor ladder, watches intently as Miss Chona’s calm composure falters upon the entry of Doc Roberts. Doc, a man feared throughout the community, is dressed in a black coat and fedora, and his presence immediately unnerves Miss Chona. Known for handling her disability with grace and dignity, Miss…
    • H: ZALEEKHAH: By the River Thames, 2018 Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Zaleekhah walks along the Chelsea Embankment in 2018, her feet carrying her through a drizzly London morning. Clutched in her hands is a damp cardboard box containing a mishmash of items: books, a china teapot, mismatched cups, clothes, and a Tiffany-style lamp. The rain, soft and steady, doesn’t seem to bother her as she walks in the cool air, her chestnut curls and deep brown eyes gleaming with a connection to her ancestors. As she moves past the elegant flats now overlooking the River Thames, she…
    • O: ARTHUR: By the River Thames, 1857 Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Arthur stands before the British Museum in 1857, feeling small beneath the grandeur of its towering columns and impressive architecture. This iconic structure, with its colossal presence, seems almost to mock his modest background and humble beginnings. However, despite the rising tide of self-doubt and anxiety, Arthur is determined to press forward, stepping into the museum with a sense of purpose. As he enters, disguised as a student, his heart races with excitement and nervousness, eager to explore the…
    • O: ARTHUR: By the River Tigris, 1876 Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Arthur lies in a run-down shepherd’s hut by the River Tigris, his body weak and struggling to process the poverty that surrounds him. The cold tea and tattered rags offer little comfort, and yet, amidst the despair, he discovers his journal lying on the floor. With his breath shallow and labored, Arthur picks up his journal, determined to write a final reflection on the course of his life. His thoughts drift to the influences that have shaped his existence, specifically his long-held love for poetry and…
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    • Chapter 31: Playing with Fire Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 31: Playing with Fire immerses readers in a high-stakes football championship game, set against the backdrop of Lake Balboa, California, on a bright, crisp Friday afternoon. The Riverside Cubs, a team fueled by determination, board their yellow school bus for a crucial game at Birmingham Community Charter High School. Traveling down Victory Boulevard, a road named to honor World War I soldiers, the team journeys toward a stadium that represents not just a location, but a significant moment in their…
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