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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…
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      Chapter 29

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 29 begins with Nina returning home in the early afternoon after dropping Cecelia off at camp, carrying four large shopping bags from an unplanned spree. She drops the bags unceremoniously in the living room, her excitement palpable as she eagerly begins to share her finds with Millie. Nina's appearance, however, is far from the polished image she might usually project—her clothes are marked with sweat stains, and her hair is disheveled, making Millie question Andrew’s continued affection for…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The Shrimper, Hal Miller, a known fixture in the local community of Barkley Cove, made his way into the familiar, rustic Dog-Gone beer hall on a chilly 1969 evening. The warm, golden glow of the beer signs illuminated the space, casting shadows on the faces of the regulars gathered around the bar. Sheriff Ed, along with his companion Joe, had already taken their place at the long, worn pine bar, engaging in the usual banter with locals, most of whom were lost in conversation about the strange and…
    • Chapter 37: Rituals of Horror and Control Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 37 unfolds as Roddy steps into Emily’s dimly lit bedroom with a focused demeanor, carefully balancing a tray that holds a rather unsettling sight—a goblet filled with a strange, white, lard-like substance streaked with thin red threads. Despite the unbearable pain that confines her to bed, Emily's gaze lingers on the odd offering before her, her curiosity outweighing her discomfort. As Roddy approaches, he explains that this peculiar meal is a carefully prepared suet pudding, something he had…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The wedding reception unfolds in a dazzling blur of lights, laughter, and champagne flutes raised in celebration, yet for Hannah, a persistent unease shadows the joyous atmosphere. The Plus-One dynamic adds an unexpected weight to the evening—Will's speech, while polished and charming, carries an undertone she can’t quite place, as if each carefully crafted word hides a deeper, unspoken truth. As she watches him speak, commanding the room with ease, Hannah feels disconnected, her thoughts straying to…
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      Chapter 63

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 63 of All the Colors of the Dark opens with a scene in which Misty presents Patch with a dish of "Arroz de pato" in a striking Le Creuset pot. Despite her enthusiastic gesture, Patch is visibly apprehensive about the meal, his discomfort simmering beneath the surface. As he awkwardly eats, his mind drifts away from the food, and he begins to notice the children outside playing football, their carefree energy in stark contrast to his inner turmoil. His gaze then lands on Misty’s interactions with…
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      Chapter 225

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      by testsuphomeAdmin In Chapter 225 of All the Colors of the Dark, the aftermath of a harrowing prison escape causes widespread distress among the prison guards and local authorities, as their search for the escapees escalates into a full-blown crisis. After an intense twenty-four-hour search, a hundred-mile radius surrounding the prison has been thoroughly combed, yet no meaningful clues have emerged. Tensions continue to rise as authorities extend their efforts, searching relentlessly through nearby towns, all while…
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      Chapter 191

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 191 of All the Colors of the Dark brings readers into a familiar and emotionally layered space—Saint’s home on Pinehill Cemetery Road—where a modest but heartfelt gathering unfolds. The guests include her grandmother Norma, Charlotte, Mrs. Meyer, and the ever-charismatic Sammy. As the afternoon gives way to early evening, the kitchen buzzes with quiet energy. Norma opens the conversation with a nostalgic remark about how raising a child has always taken a village, especially in their kind of…
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      Chapter 137

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 137 begins with Saint settling back into Monta Clare, where the small-town rhythms feel both familiar and bittersweet. On the front porch, her grandmother, ever a mix of charm and defiance, alternates between puffing on a cigarette and tooting an old harmonica. The racket prompts Saint to hush her, especially when their noisy antics stir complaints from the neighbor with a newborn baby. That moment of laughter and light reprimand underscores the bond they share—one rooted in years of shared…
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      Chapter 85

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 85 of All the Colors of the Dark opens with Misty gently reprimanding Patch for his tardiness, revealing the worry she has been carrying about his absence. As they stand together, they observe the ongoing celebration, with a distant melody weaving through their conversation, adding to the atmosphere. Misty’s voice carries a blend of hope and concern for their future, prompting Patch to reflect on the pressures tied to her seemingly perfect life, symbolized by the poised posture of her parents.…
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