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    • All the Light We Cannot See Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin All the Light We Can­not See is a beau­ti­ful­ly writ­ten his­tor­i­cal nov­el that tells the par­al­lel sto­ries of Marie-Lau­re, a blind French girl, and Wern­er, a Ger­man orphan and gift­ed radio tech­ni­cian, whose paths con­verge dur­ing World War II in the occu­pied French town of Saint-Malo. Marie-Lau­re flees Paris with her father as the Nazis invade, car­ry­ing a mys­te­ri­ous and poten­tial­ly cursed dia­mond from…
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      Animal Farm

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Ani­mal Farm (1945) is a satir­i­cal ​alle­gor­i­cal novel­la​ by George Orwell that cri­tiques total­i­tar­i­an­ism, par­tic­u­lar­ly Stal­in­ism, through the lens of a farm where ani­mals over­throw their human oppres­sors. The sto­ry begins with the ani­mals of Manor Farm rebelling against their exploita­tive own­er, Mr. Jones, inspired by the ideals of Old Major (a pig rep­re­sent­ing Karl Marx/Lenin). They estab­lish a new soci­ety based on equal­i­ty, sum­ma­rized…
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      Long Island

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Long Island is a 2024 nov­el by Colm Tóibín, which serves as a con­tin­u­a­tion of his crit­i­cal­ly acclaimed nov­el Brook­lyn. The sto­ry fol­lows the life of Eilis Lacey, now in her 40s, liv­ing on Long Island with her hus­band Tony Fiorel­lo and their two teenage chil­dren. Despite her years in Amer­i­ca, Eilis has remained deeply con­nect­ed to her Irish roots and has nev­er returned…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens in a tense, darkened house where the power has been deliberately cut off as a form of punishment. The narrator is upstairs with two children, Campbell and Juniper, enveloped in silence and fear. The atmosphere is heavy with anxiety, underscored by the ominous absence of light and warmth. The narrator’s internal panic contrasts with the stillness around them, highlighting a desperate need for escape and safety. Thoughts race about finding a phone or a weapon, reflecting the looming…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with the narrator standing on the edge of a sidewalk, watching Liam drive away into the night. A sense of hope briefly blooms as she allows herself to imagine a future where promises replace uncertainty, and the idea of returning home to Liam brings a genuine smile. This fleeting moment of optimism is sharply contrasted by the sudden eruption of fireworks in the sky, signaling the beginning of New Year's celebrations, yet the narrator is drawn back to the present by an unsettling darkness…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin In this chapter, the narrator chooses to leave early, even before the traditional New Year’s Eve fireworks, highlighting the emotional difficulty holidays present for her. She reflects on the unique traditions she shares with Campbell and Juniper, particularly their annual rooftop gathering to watch fireworks over Auburn. Despite the emotional weight of the season, she is determined not to miss this moment. The scene shifts to a quiet, intimate moment as they park near her home, setting a tone of…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin In Chapter Sixty-Six of *If These Wings Could Fly*, the protagonist and Liam experience an abrupt disruption at the Winter Formal when Brody confronts them with a harsh rumor about the protagonist’s family. Despite Brody’s antagonistic behavior, Amelia, the student council president, intervenes and successfully removes him from the dance, preserving the atmosphere for the others. This moment reveals underlying tensions within their social circle and highlights the protective bonds forming between the…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with a cozy yet anticipatory scene at the narrator's house, where she and her friend Sofia prepare for a New Year’s Eve event. The narrator dons a striking black satin dress that accentuates her fiery hair, evoking a blend of classic and playful imagery. Their lighthearted banter about appearance and style sets a warm, intimate tone. The arrival of Campbell adds to the excitement as they all get ready to face the cold winter night, highlighting the close-knit relationships and the…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with the stark image of red and blue police lights flashing against the worn siding of a house, symbolizing a fractured version of the American dream. The cold night and the narrator’s protective grasp on a smaller hand emphasize a feeling of vulnerability and tension. The arrival of Officer Bill DiMarco marks a turning point, as the narrator anxiously wonders whether their father will be released again, only to see him handcuffed and taken away. The scene conveys a deep sense of fear…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin In the early hours of Christmas Day, the narrator is abruptly awakened by the unsettling noise of Axl Rose’s music and raised voices downstairs. She finds her younger sisters frightened and huddled together, prompting her to lead them to her room for safety. Attempting to secure the door against their volatile father, she manages to fix the lock partially, offering a fragile sense of protection. Despite their efforts, the father forcefully breaks through the door, his presence looming with anger and…
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