220 Results in the "Science Fiction" category


    • Chapter XIII – At the earths core Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter XIII opens amid the frantic rush through a canyon, where the protagonist and his group flee from the relentless Sagoths. Their path is narrow, the terrain hostile, and their destination—Sari’s protective cliffs—remains distant. Tension spikes when it becomes clear that Hooja, once counted on for assistance, has betrayed them. His deceit isn’t random—it’s deliberate and personal. Old resentment has driven him to abandon the party at their most vulnerable moment. Trust fractured, the…
    • Flatland: A Romance of Many Dimensions Cover
      by LovelyMay Flatland: A Romance of Many Dimensions by Edwin A. Abbott is a satirical novella that explores a two-dimensional world inhabited by geometric shapes, using the protagonist’s discovery of a higher-dimensional reality to comment on the limitations of perception, social hierarchy, and the nature of reality itself.
    • CHAPTER X – Tom Swift and His Electric Locomotive Cover
      by LovelyMay CHAPTER X – Tom Swift and His Electric Locomotive opens with a visit from the ever-curious and animated Mr. Wakefield Damon, who arrives at the Swift workshops eager to witness the progress of Tom’s latest marvel. Always fascinated by mechanical ingenuity, Damon recalls with amusement how one of Tom’s older inventions—an electrified fence—solved a cat problem on his estate with shocking efficiency. Now, his interest lies in something far more ambitious: a revolutionary electric locomotive. Tom,…
    • CHAPTER I – The Planet Mars and Its Inhabitants Cover
      by LovelyMay CHAPTER I - The Planet Mars and Its Inhabitants introduces Eros Urides, a former Martian who seeks to enlighten humanity by sharing the profound insights he gained during his time on Mars. Eros emphasizes the central tenet of Martian society: equality, which transcends wealth, social status, and material possessions. This principle, rooted in a belief that all physical beings are manifestations of the divine, forms the foundation of Martian life and permeates every aspect of their culture. According to…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 4 unfolds during a summer marked by pivotal events that influence both the protagonist’s life and that of the expatriates. The chapter begins with a moment shared on bikes, where the protagonist’s companion reflects on the appeal of fast motorbikes, sparking a deeper, philosophical conversation about the nature of speed and the mundane reality they both face. This transition from a moment of exhilaration to the grounded nature of their everyday existence serves as a reflection on the contrast…
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      Chapter 19

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 19 opens with Mickey overwhelmed by an intense sense of anxiety and fear about the process he is about to undergo. His companion, Nasha, shares his nervousness, as this is an experience that terrifies her, but for Mickey, the looming threat of execution has become a disturbingly familiar aspect of his existence. The narrative takes a reflective turn as Mickey thinks back on the many struggles his colony ship has faced since arriving on the planet Niflheim. The planet’s hostile climate and…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Good Material is a witty, heartfelt, and emotionally sharp novel about breakup, masculinity, friendship, and growth, told from the perspective of Andy, a stand-up comedian in his mid-thirties who’s just been dumped by the love of his life, Jen. The twist? This isn’t a typical breakup novel told from the woman’s point of view — Alderton flips the script and explores heartbreak through a…
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      PART SEVEN

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      by LovelyMay In Part Seven of "Anthem," the protagonist, Equality 7-2521, finds himself deep in the Uncharted Forest, reflecting on the events that led him to this solitude. His journey began that morning, as he presented a groundbreaking invention to the World Council of Scholars, hoping to contribute to mankind’s progress. However, this act of individual brilliance was met with hostility and fear rather than the anticipated awe. Equality 7-2521 recalls walking into the solemn assembly of the World Council of…
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      by LovelyMay Chapter 8 - The Soul of Number 13 opens with the Ithaca battling a violent storm just as it escapes the quiet harbor that had housed it for months. Captain Bududreen and his crew struggle against the sea's fury, but their efforts are swallowed by crashing waves and howling wind. The ship is shattered on a jagged reef, its hull splintering under the force. Below deck, Virginia Maxon clings to her resolve, trapped by fear yet unwilling to surrender. Her belief that this storm may be her final moment adds a…
    • Section 12: Of the Doctrine of our Priests Cover
      by LovelyMay Section 12 reveals a deeply rooted system where a person's form dictates their place in society, leaving little room for individuality or change. In this structured world, one's geometric shape determines social status and moral worth. Circles, viewed as the highest class, uphold a doctrine claiming that the more symmetrical a figure, the more virtuous and intelligent it must be. Such a belief leaves no space for merit or effort, reducing identity to mathematical precision. Even minor irregularities, like…
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