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    • CHAPTER III. THE NIGHT OF THE TRAGEDY Cover
      by LovelyMay In the dead of night, Lawrence Cavendish awakens the narrator with dire news of his mother, Mrs. Inglethorp, suffering a severe fit. Despite her room being locked from the inside, urgency propels the household into action, trying to access her locked chamber through various routes, all in vain, until a door is forcibly opened. The household discovers Mrs. Inglethorp in agony, writhing from convulsions which subside momentarily only to violently resurge, leaving everyone helpless and distraught. Amidst…
    • CHAPTER II. THE 16TH AND 17TH OF JULY Cover
      by LovelyMay In the chapter detailing the events of July 16th and 17th from "The Mysterious Affair at Styles," the narrator recounts these days with precision due to their significance in the trial that followed. On these days, the peaceful atmosphere at Styles is disturbed by various events and interactions among the inhabitants and visitors. The narrator, having previously received a letter from Evelyn Howard, now finds himself puzzled by Mrs. Cavendish's peculiar fondness for Dr. Bauerstein, whose appeal remains a…
    • CHAPTER I. I GO TO STYLES Cover
      by LovelyMay In the opening chapter of "The Mysterious Affair at Styles," the narrator, invalided from the Front and on sick leave, recounts his reconnection with John Cavendish, leading to an invitation to stay at Styles, John's mother, Mrs. Cavendish's estate in Essex. John reveals his mother has remarried a much younger man, Alfred Inglethorp, stirring family tensions and suspicion. The estate, Styles Court, holds significance as it was left to Mrs. Cavendish for her lifetime by her late husband, causing issues of…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin In Chapter 99 of All the Colors of the Dark, Nix and Saint engage in a deep and reflective conversation about their work, examining the challenges they face in their respective roles. Nix recalls how her decision to turn down an offer from an Ivy League college was dismissed by Norma, and this sentiment is echoed by Saint. Despite acting as a mentor to Nix, Saint still considers herself a rookie in many ways, underscoring the theme of mentorship and the weight of past decisions. Their dialogue highlights…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 99 of We Solve Murders begins with a jovial exchange between Jeff and Henk, who find themselves debating the ideal wine pairing for monkfish at The Wilberforce restaurant. Jeff advocates for a light red wine, confident that it would complement the dish perfectly, while Henk is just as certain that a rich white would be a better match. Their friendly rivalry continues to unfold with playful back-and-forth banter, as Jeff stubbornly sticks to his red wine preferences, even as Henk persists with his…
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      Chapter 98

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      by testsuphomeAdmin In Chapter 98 of All the Colors of the Dark, the narrative unfolds as Saint and Nix drive through a recession-stricken landscape, where they encounter remnants of economic hardship. Their journey takes them along Route 9, where they stop at a gas station, and Saint speaks with an elderly attendant. The attendant provides a statement about a robbery, but the details are obscured on a grainy security tape, adding to the mystery of the event. Nix reflects on the ongoing economic struggles, voicing skepticism…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin In Chapter 98 of "We Solve Murders," Bonnie finds herself back at her mother's home after an unexpected cancellation of a job that she had been counting on. Her mother's reaction is far from warm, casting a shadow over Bonnie’s return. She can sense the disappointment in her mother’s expression as she breaks the news, which leaves Bonnie contemplating her own life choices. Three days later, Bonnie sits in Felicity's office, accompanied by Tony, and the two of them are staring at a large holdall filled…
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      Chapter 97

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 97 of All the Colors of the Dark begins with Patch and Misty walking back up a steep hill after spending a significant amount of time together. Misty, clearly feeling the effects of the long day, holds her shoes in her hand, complaining about the soreness in her feet. Her complaints add a layer of vulnerability to the scene, showing that despite the carefree nature of their outing, the physical toll of the day has begun to affect her. When they finally reach her house, they pause for a moment to…
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      Chapter 97

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 97 of We Solve Murders opens with an intensely dramatic moment as Archer, a man on the brink of death, lies on the cold, wet pavement, feeling the life slowly draining from him. The foggy darkness of Soho surrounds him, where the weak glow from the gas lamps seems unable to penetrate the thick, oppressive blackness that cloaks the streets. Archer’s thoughts flicker back to a lifetime spent chasing a shadow, the figure he’s been pursuing for years—an elusive man, seen by many but understood by…
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      Chapter 96

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 96 of All the Colors of the Dark begins with Nix supporting an emotionally overwhelmed Saint following a traumatic event. Saint, wearing a torn dress, frantically searches through the house, her movements driven by haunting memories of her friend, Jimmy Walters. The emotional weight of the situation is palpable as she desperately tries to find something that will give her closure. The house, filled with shadows of the past, becomes a physical representation of her grief and frustration. As she…
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