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    • The day before: Olivia: The Bridesmaid Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin In the chapter of The day before: OLIVIA: The Bridesmaid, In the cave the sea has come in, so it’s practically lapping at our feet, the water black as ink. It makes the space feel smaller, more claustrophobic. Hannah and I have to sit nearer to each other than we did before, our knees touching, a candle we nicked from the drawing room perched on the rock in front of us in its glass lantern. Now I understand why it’s called the Whispering Cave. The high water has changed the acoustics in here so that…
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      Chapter 37

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 37 opens with the sound of a town clock striking, signaling the passage of time as Charles Halloway sits at a table in the library. Under the soft glow of a green-shaded lamp, he hunches over the books he has spread out in front of him, carefully arranging them with a sense of urgency. His movements are deliberate, and his whispers to himself echo through the silent library, as if the act of organizing the books is a way of coping with the storm of thoughts rushing through his mind. Throughout the…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin In the chilling chapter titled The Wedding Night, the once-joyful atmosphere of a celebratory gathering has been consumed by the weight of a terrible tragedy. What should have been an evening filled with joy and love has turned into a haunting tableau of death and disbelief. A group of people stands frozen in shock around a lifeless body, the grim reality of the situation setting in with each passing moment. Femi, a skilled surgeon accustomed to life-and-death decisions, bends over the body with a…
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      Chapter 13

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      by testsuphomeAdmin In Chapter 13, Phoebe navigates the complexities of her relationship and her discomfort with traditional maternal roles. Driving with Juice, she reflects on her own restrained expressions of affection, shaped by a family background where love was shown in subtle ways rather than overt displays. Unlike her husband, who eagerly embraces the joys of parenthood and social interactions involving children, Phoebe feels alienated by the performative happiness expected around kids, revealing a deeper emotional…
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      Chapter 236

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 236 begins with the protagonist absorbing the quiet majesty of the Southern landscape, where the dim moonlight casts a silver sheen over the terrain. As his car glides along the road, the scenery transitions from rows of white-columned Greek revival homes to fields dotted with rundown barns and skeletal trees. The stillness is interrupted only by the crunch of tires on gravel, yet it offers him a peculiar comfort—a momentary illusion of safety as the town of Grace Falls looms ahead like something…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin In Chapter Twenty-One, the protagonist receives a call from Liam, who invites her over as promised. Though her mother cautiously allows her to go, the protagonist prepares with a mix of excitement and apprehension. In the bathroom, her younger sister Juniper watches her apply makeup, curious and slightly suspicious about Liam's role in her life. Juniper probes, trying to understand whether Liam is more than just a friend helping with art homework, reflecting the innocent yet perceptive nature of…
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      Chapter 206

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 206 of All the Colors of the Dark delves deeply into Patch’s efforts to prevent the impending execution of Marty Tooms, the man who had previously abducted him. With the execution date rapidly approaching, Patch is overwhelmed with a sense of urgency and takes several crucial steps in an attempt to halt the process. He begins by writing letters to the Supreme Court, urgently requesting a stay of execution, hoping that the court might grant a reprieve. In addition to these legal efforts, Patch…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin In Chapter Fifty-Three of *If These Wings Could Fly*, the narrator attends a December town hall meeting focused entirely on addressing the growing crow problem in Auburn. Despite personal challenges, including a lack of transportation and strained family relations, the narrator makes the effort to participate by biking to the municipal building. Upon arrival, a solitary crow nearby humorously smokes a cigarette, setting a tone of subtle defiance as the narrator enters the meeting. Inside, the atmosphere is…
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      Chapter 175

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 175 of All the Colors of the Dark begins with Saint diving into long-forgotten interview tapes from over a decade ago, revisiting moments and voices from her past. The setting around her feels serene, with the moonlight gently casting its glow through the blinds, creating an atmosphere of quiet contemplation. Outside, the city hums with life, but inside her apartment, only the sounds from the stereo fill the silence. As she listens to the tapes, she traces the path of the narrative, mapping out…
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      by LovelyMay The Circus Boys on the Flying Rings by Edgar B. P. Darlington is an adventurous tale following Phil and Teddy Forrest, two determined brothers who join the circus to pursue their dreams of performing on the flying rings. The story captures the excitement and challenges of circus life, as the boys navigate daring performances, backstage rivalries, and personal growth. Packed with action, camaraderie, and the spirit of adventure, this novel offers a fascinating glimpse into the colorful world of the circus while celebrating perseverance and courage.
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