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    • Promises I Made and Meant and Broke Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Promises I Made and Meant and Broke begins with the narrator caught in the aftermath of Lark's tragic passing. The narrator, still reeling from the emotional upheaval, is visited by an ambulance driver, someone who had been familiar from past encounters. This brief, almost comforting moment of recognition is short-lived as the police arrive, immediately casting suspicion on the narrator and questioning his involvement in the events surrounding Lark's death. The interrogation grows intense as they demand…
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      Prologue

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Prologue opens with a reflection on the distinctiveness of October, a month that carries an air of nostalgia and contrasts sharply with the other months of the year. September is often disliked, marking the end of the freedom that summer brings and the beginning of the school year, which for many, signals the return to routine and obligations. August, the last month of freedom, is cherished as the final stretch of carefree days before the school year begins. July is seen as the epitome of summer—a time…
    • Probably Doomed and Perplexingly Merry Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Probably Doomed and Perplexingly Merry, the narrator finds themselves steering their small vessel along the misty Michigan coastline, accompanied by Sol, a young girl who is sleeping soundly in the forward bunk. As the narrator reflects on the weight and warmth of her small frame, there is a sense of unease, a deep responsibility weighing on them as they struggle to adjust to the new dynamic of caring for Sol. The journey is long, and though the sea offers a sense of calm, the narrator cannot shake the…
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      Preface

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      by LovelyMay Preface opens with a candid reflection from the author, who speaks not just as a playwright, but as a participant in a broader creative movement. Rather than replicating the story of The Bellows-Mender, which only faintly lingers in his memory, he reshapes the premise into something more purposeful and emotionally nuanced. The narrative no longer serves as mere imitation—it becomes a vessel for exploring deeper themes through wholly original characters. By situating the story during the era of the French…
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      Prayers

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Prayers are presented as a deep invitation to connect intimately with the divine, drawing attention to a heart-centered approach to experiencing love and communion with the Creator. The focus is on the breath, encouraging readers to become aware of this simple yet vital process. In doing so, the chapter highlights how something as fundamental as breathing can offer immense peace and joy. It serves as a reminder that the breath is a tool for mindfulness, grounding us in the present moment and offering a…
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      Perihelion

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Perihelion marked a pivotal moment in the story, where the characters grappled with profound personal loss while seeking new horizons. Sol, devastated by the recent death of Papa Griff, found herself emotionally shaken but chose to conceal her sorrow from others. Her grief was channeled into a vehement hatred of the lake, the very body of water that had claimed the lives of her two uncles and now, tragically, Griff. This intense animosity became a symbol of the unresolved grief that haunted her, making the…
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      Peasant Wives

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      by LovelyMay Peasant Wives introduces a layered account of village life that pulls the reader into the modest yet tension-filled household of Dyudya, a peasant patriarch who has built up his small fortune through frugal living and hard work. Within the wooden walls of their cottage, relationships simmer beneath the surface. Dyudya’s elder son, Fyodor, is burdened with a chronically sick wife, Sofya, who adds a quiet strain to the home. Meanwhile, Alyoshka, the younger son and physically deformed, is married to…
    • Part Two: The Darkest Part of the Night Cover
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    • Part I – Arrivals Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Arrivals opens with a profound reflection introduced through the words of W.B. Yeats: "Man is in love, and loves what vanishes." These words set a contemplative and poignant tone for the chapter, inviting readers to reflect on the fleeting nature of love and life itself. The quote carries an emotional depth, highlighting how love is intertwined with the inevitable loss of what is loved. It suggests that the beauty of love often lies in its transience, and in this way, it evokes a sense of bittersweetness.…
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      Part 22

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Part 22 begins with the protagonist walking through the shadowed streets, his eyes drawn to a lonely and decaying tavern. The scene is quiet and unsettling, and before he knows it, soldiers arrive and seize him. He is soon locked in a cell, where his thoughts grow restless and consumed by the memories of the violent past that have led him here. The actions of his life, filled with bloodshed and loss, are haunting him, and his jailers take notice of his increasingly agitated state. Just as his mind is…
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