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      Chapter 37

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      by testsuphomeAdmin In Chapter 37 of We Solve Murders, Amy, Steve, and Rosie engage in a tense and gripping conversation as they confront the very real threats Amy may face. Rosie, concerned, questions whether Jeff could have possibly obtained a sample of Amy’s blood, but Amy swiftly defends Jeff, explaining that he had already warned her about the dangers surrounding individuals like Loubet and Joe Blow. As they delve deeper into the investigation, Steve points out a troubling connection: Jeff was aware of Amy’s…
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      Chapter 83

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 83 begins with Amy hiding in the boot of Gary Gough’s Land Rover, as he drives her towards London. Gary is on his way to a lunch meeting with an amphetamine dealer from Liverpool, which provides a convenient excuse for the detour. Amy remains hidden, aware that the police are actively searching for her in Axley and nearby areas. The previous night, an officer had knocked on Gary’s door, and he managed to redirect the inquiry by using the name of his house, "No Comment," an intricately carved…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Acknowledgments in The God of the Woods reflect a deep sense of appreciation from the author to several key individuals and resources that significantly contributed to the development of the novel. The author begins by thanking Bob and Kelly Nessle, Kevin Gagan, Kevin Hynes, Kathleen Bower, Anna Serotta, Jean Dommermuth, Max O’Keefe, Rebecca Moore, and Steve Williams for their interviews on various pertinent topics. The author acknowledges that any fictionalization found in the narrative is solely their…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Jameson and Avery attend the opera but leave their private box after twenty minutes, following mysterious instructions. They part ways with Avery's bodyguard, Oren, who reluctantly allows them to proceed alone. In the elevator, Jameson uses a gold key to activate the control panel, causing all buttons to light up emerald green. Avery inputs a code, plunging the elevator into darkness as it descends far below the ground floor, hinting at a hidden, subterranean world awaiting them. The elevator opens into a…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Grayson retrieves a briefcase from a bank safe-deposit box containing photographs and withdrawal slips, evidence tied to his father Sheffield Grayson. Despite his fragmented thoughts and emotional turmoil, he maintains a controlled demeanor, demanding a briefcase from the bank employee with calculated precision. The contents of the box—particularly the photographs—haunt him, as they reveal his father had been secretly keeping tabs on him for years. Grayson’s internal conflict is palpable, but he…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin In Chapter 84, Jameson engages in a high-stakes competition with Zella inside a bell tower, searching for a golden key described as having a "head like a maze." The tension is palpable as both characters maneuver around the swinging bell, each attempting to outwit the other. Jameson remains focused on his task, ignoring Zella's attempts to distract him by referencing his secret and his desire to prove himself to his family. Instead, he turns the tables by probing her about her history with Rohan, aiming to…
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      CHAPTER 16

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with a tense walk down a driveway as the characters grapple with the emotional fallout of a confrontation with Skye, their mother. Jameson masks his pain with sarcasm, joking about being conceived for the Hawthorne fortune, while Grayson internalizes his hurt, insisting he can handle himself. The siblings' dynamic is fraught with unspoken tension, highlighted by a silent staring contest between Grayson and Jameson, revealing their shared but unacknowledged anguish. The narrator, observing…
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      CHAPTER 48

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with the discovery of a cryptic pencil sketch on the label of a rare 1973 Chateau Margaux bottle from Tobias Hawthorne’s collection. The drawing depicts a teardrop-shaped crystal, sparking curiosity about its significance. While Grayson initially guesses it might relate to jewelry, the protagonist recalls seeing similar crystals elsewhere and deduces they are part of a chandelier. This realization narrows their search to one of the eighteen crystal chandeliers in Hawthorne House,…
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      CHAPTER 80

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with a tense chess match between Toby and Eve, where Toby deliberately lets Eve win. However, Vincent Blake, observing the game, threatens Toby with violence against Eve if he throws the next match against Avery. This sets a high-stakes atmosphere as Avery prepares to play Toby, knowing the consequences of losing—either exposing a cover-up or becoming indebted to Blake. The psychological pressure is palpable, with Eve remaining stoic despite the threat to her safety. As Avery and…
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      Chapter 21

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 21 begins with a veneer of normalcy, the keyword introducing a chapter that swings rapidly from cozy calm to pointed discomfort. After a pleasant dinner, conversation flows easily, wine loosens their smiles, and the glow of shared laughter briefly restores the illusion of harmony. But that peace begins to erode the moment they step back into the house. Eddie’s posture shifts—his jaw tightens, his voice flattens—and the connection they shared at dinner slips away. Rather than join the narrator…
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