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    • The Mysterious Affair at Styles Cover
      by LovelyMay The Mysterious Affair at Styles by Agatha Christie is a classic detective novel that introduces Hercule Poirot, a brilliant Belgian detective, as he investigates the murder of a wealthy woman in a secluded English manor. With its intricate plot, clever twists, and engaging characters, this debut mystery sets the stage for Christie's legendary career in crime fiction.
    • The Mountain Home Cover
      by LovelyMay The Mountain Home rests in a place untouched by noise and clutter, a serene corner of the world where every breeze carries a whisper and every tree stands like a silent witness. Perched on a sloping ledge, the cabin opens toward a view so expansive that it feels like a living painting. The cliffs rise behind them, sheltering the little home from the coldest winds, while ahead lies a world of green slopes, forest shadows, and a silver-threaded brook tracing the valley floor. For David, this isn’t just…
    • The Most Beautiful Shade of Blue Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Lou and her companions preparing to leave Isla's realm after being expelled. Despite Isla's arrogance, she provides them with supplies, including warm clothes and weapons. Reid remains unconscious, carried by the group, which heightens Lou's unease. She struggles with frustration and worry over his condition, as Isla had assured her he would wake but offered no further help. The group moves toward the gates in silence, with Beau casting anxious glances at Lou, hinting at deeper…
    • The Monster Men Cover
      by LovelyMay The Monster Men by Edgar Rice Burroughs is a thrilling science fiction tale of Dr. Arthur Maxon, who attempts to create artificial life on a remote island, resulting in a series of monstrous beings, one of whom challenges the definition of humanity as he falls in love with Maxon's daughter amidst danger and adventure.
    • The Missing Prince: Lou Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Lou, Coco, Ansel, and Nicholina journey through an eerie, sentient forest where the ancient trees seem to breathe and watch them. The atmosphere is tense as Coco reveals her aunt feeds the trees her blood to ensure their loyalty. The group presses forward, sensing the camp before seeing it, with the acrid scent of blood magic overwhelming Lou’s senses. Nicholina’s silence and the forest’s oppressive presence heighten their unease, setting a foreboding tone for their arrival. Upon reaching the camp,…
    • The Mirrored Grave: Lou Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Lou explores the eerie Tremblay family tomb in the catacombs, disturbed by the macabre tradition of displaying skulls of the deceased. Her discomfort grows as she questions the gruesome process of decapitation, whether it occurs before or after decomposition, and who carries out such a task. The unsettling atmosphere weighs on her as she searches for Filippa Allouette Tremlay’s casket, hoping to find Célie. When she finally locates the ornate rosewood coffin, she struggles to open it, resorting to magic…
    • The Ministry of Time Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The Ministry of Time by Javier Cercas follows a secret Spanish agency that protects history by preventing time travelers from changing the past. As agents navigate different eras, the novel explores themes of memory, identity, and the consequences of altering history.
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      The Midwife

      The Midwife Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter delves into the complex life of G, an artist whose early wild years in the city contrast sharply with her later conventional existence as a successful painter, wife, and mother. G’s studio in a gritty neighborhood symbolizes her rebellious past, where she lived in chaotic freedom, disconnected from her disapproving parents. Her art initially served as a raw, unfiltered expression of her inner turmoil, but as she gains recognition, her work evolves into more polished, somber pieces. This shift…
    • The Maternal Feminine [1919] Cover
      by LovelyMay The Maternal Feminine begins in a room where the atmosphere is tense but quiet, filled with a stillness that holds space for both anticipation and mourning. Sophy, seated calmly with her hands gently resting in her lap, looked every bit the composed elder, yet behind her quiet exterior was an awareness of the weight about to descend. When Marian King entered, she brought not just information but presence—firm and capable, with a kind of warmth that disarmed without softening the truth. Her youth…
    • The Master of Hounds Cover
      by LovelyMay In this chapter titled The Master of Hounds, the narrative explores not just a figurehead in the hunt, but a symbol of enduring tradition and social stewardship. The keyword appears early to signal the central theme—how leadership within the hunting world has evolved and what traits define the modern custodian of this ancient rural institution. Rather than focusing on a caricature like Jorrocks, who filled the role from necessity rather than prestige, the chapter draws attention to the authentic master…
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