2095 Results in the "Fiction" category


    • Chapter

      47. The Expert

      47. The Expert Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The Expert, in the 1970 courtroom, was Prosecutor Eric Chastain, who vigorously questioned Sheriff Jackson regarding the circumstances surrounding the discovery of Chase Andrews' body at the base of the fire tower. Chastain’s approach was to suggest foul play, pointing out the lack of footprints or any substantial evidence that could explain how Chase had ended up at the base of the tower. The absence of fingerprints or any other definitive clues near the scene was a crucial element in his argument, but…
      Fiction • Mystery • Thriller
    • 47. So Much Is Lost Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with a reflection on the importance of approaching the right individuals with crucial information, hinting at the significance of strategic communication. It then shifts focus to a prophetic message from Talenel’Elin, Herald of War, who warns of an impending period of upheaval called the Desolation and the Return. Talenel emphasizes the necessity of preparation, recalling lost knowledge and skills, such as metalworking and leadership, which must be relearned to face the coming…
    • 47. A Cage Forged of Spirits Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Dalinar Kholin and his allies under attack by Skybreakers on a flying platform used to oversee the battlefield. As the platform lurches violently, Windrunners led by Sigzil engage the attackers, driving them away. Dalinar observes the enemy’s reliance on Skybreakers rather than the expected Heavenly Ones, suggesting a strategic shift. The Mink, tethered to Dalinar, remains unfazed by the danger, displaying a mix of paranoia and recklessness. Below, the battle rages between…
    • Chapter

      47

      47 Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Vin grapples with her growing detachment from the violence she commits, disturbed by her own indifference. Sitting on her balcony in Luthadel, she senses the presence of the mist spirit and the increasingly powerful thumping of the Well of Ascension, which draws her attention northward. Despite its pull, she feels overwhelmed by her failures in love, duty, and protection, stretched too thin to address the many demands on her—unfinished research, unresolved suspicions about her crew, and the incomplete…
    • 46. When the Dream Dies Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter begins with a tone of defiance and resilience, highlighting a sense of containment and independence from external interference. The characters express a hardened attitude toward their enemies, particularly Rayse, emphasizing their indifference to his imprisonment and their focus on their own autonomy. This sets a tone of gritty determination amidst ongoing conflicts, underscoring the themes of perseverance and resistance in the face of adversity. The narrative then shifts to Skar the…
    • 46. The Weight of the Tower Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Navani Kholin adapting to life under Fused occupation in Urithiru, demonstrating resilience despite being denied servants. She maintains her dignity by presenting herself impeccably, even without access to functioning fabrials for warm water. Summoned to the library, Navani encounters Raboniel, the Fused leader, who reviews her research notes. Their interaction is tense yet measured, as Navani bows with calculated deference and agrees to continue her scholars' work under Raboniel's…
    • 46. King of the World Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin King of the World, a significant chapter set in 1969, begins with Kya embarking on a journey that marks a key turning point in her life. She sets off in her boat toward the wharf managed by Jumpin’, where she plans to obtain a bus schedule for her upcoming trip to Greenville. This trip holds considerable weight for Kya, as it will be her first face-to-face meeting with her editor, Robert Foster, after years of exchanging letters and notes about her book. Their written exchanges have been filled with deep…
    • Chapter

      46

      46 Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Breeze, a noble-born member of Kelsier’s crew, reflects on his unique perspective of intrigue, shaped by his aristocratic upbringing. Unlike the brutal, survival-driven betrayals of the skaa underworld, noble intrigues were more abstract, with consequences spanning generations. Despite his background, Breeze has found camaraderie in the tight-knit crew, using his Allomantic powers to foster unity. His past experiences make him particularly attuned to subtle signs of conspiracy, which he detects in a…
    • Chapter

      45. Red Cap

      45. Red Cap Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Red Cap became a significant focal point in the trial, as the questioning by Tom Milton, Kya’s defense attorney, skillfully revealed the gaps in the prosecution’s case. With his strategic questioning, Milton sought to shift the focus away from the more speculative elements of the evidence, bringing attention to the inconsistencies and doubts surrounding the supposed events leading to Chase Andrews' death. One of the key moments in his questioning came when he asked Dr. Cone, the expert witness, whether…
      Fiction • Literary • Mystery • Thriller
    • 45. A Revelation Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with a poignant reflection on resilience and solitude, emphasizing the necessity of unwavering resolve despite adversity. The narrative then shifts to Moash’s arrival in Revolar, a city under the oppressive control of Voidbringers, where he is abandoned outside the city and herded by parshmen. The environment is bleak, with humans exiled to the outskirts and the city overrun by the Voidbringers’ influence. Moash’s observations reveal a landscape transformed by war and conquest,…
    Note