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The Last One at the Wedding

by testsuphomeAdmin — The Last One at the Wedding by Wendy Willis follows a character reflecting on love, loss, and personal growth during a wedding. As she observes the couple and those around her, the novel explores the complexities of relationships and the bittersweet nature of change.
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Thriller

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The Lady of Lyons

by LovelyMay — The Lady of Lyons by Edward Bulwer-Lytton is a romantic melodrama set in 19th-century France, telling the story of a young woman, Pauline, who is torn between the affections of two men, while themes of love, honor, and social expectations unfold amidst moments of high emotion and tragic misunderstandings.
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2. Scene III — The Lady of Lyons
  
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3. Scene I — The Lady of Lyons
  
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Romantic Melodrama

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The Circus Boys Across the Continent

by LovelyMay — The Circus Boys Across the Continent by Edgar B. P. Darlington is an adventurous novel that follows the journey of two young men working in a circus as they travel across America, facing thrilling challenges and uncovering excitement along the way.
1. CHAPTER VI ‑The Circus Boys Across the Continent
  
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2. CHAPTER VII — The Circus Boys Across the Continent
  
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3. CHAPTER XXIV — The Circus Boys Across the Continent
  
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The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse (Charlie Mackesy)

by testsuphomeAdmin — The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse by Charlie Mackesy is a heartwarming, illustrated book about friendship, kindness, and self-discovery, offering simple yet profound life lessons for readers of all ages.

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The Book of Love

by testsuphomeAdmin — **Kelly Link’s debut novel, The Book of Love, is a genre-defying blend of fantasy, coming-of-age narrative, and exploration of love in its many forms. Set in the peculiar seaside town of Lovesend, Massachusetts, the story follows three teenagers—Laura, Daniel, and Mo—who return from the dead under mysterious circumstances. Guided by their enigmatic music teacher, Mr. Anabin, and a supernatural entity named Bogomil, they must…
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2. The Book of My Two Hands Both Knowe You
  
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3. The Book of Endings
  
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Fantasy • Fiction • Literary

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The Autobiography of A Slander

by LovelyMay — The Autobiography of a Slander by Ambrose Bierce is a satirical short story in which slander narrates its own life, reflecting on how it spreads and causes harm, offering a biting commentary on human nature and the consequences of false accusations.
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2. My Seventh Stage
  
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3. My Triumphant Finale
  
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The Autobiography of a Quack and the Case of George

by LovelyMay — The Autobiography of a Quack and The Case of George Dedlow by S. Weir Mitchell is a collection of satirical and poignant tales that explore medical and psychological themes through the experiences of their protagonists. *The Autobiography of a Quack* offers a humorous yet critical look at the fraudulent practices of a self-serving, morally dubious physician, exposing the dangers of medical charlatanism in 19th-century America. *The Case of George Dedlow* tells the haunting story of a Civil War soldier grappling with the traumatic loss of his limbs, delving into themes of identity, resilience, and the psychological effects of amputation. Together, these stories showcase Mitchell’s insights as a neurologist and his critique of both the medical profession and the human psyche.
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Small Great Things

by testsuphomeAdmin — Small Great Things by Jodi Picoult (2016) is a gripping novel that explores racism, privilege, and justice in modern America. The story follows Ruth Jefferson, an experienced Black labor and delivery nurse, who is forbidden from caring for a newborn after the white supremacist parents request “no African American staff.” When the baby goes into cardiac arrest and Ruth hesitates to intervene, she is charged…
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2. Stage Two: Pushing — Ruth 5
  
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3. Stage Three: Afterbirth — Turk
  
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Fiction • Literary Fiction

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She Stoops to Conquer

by LovelyMay — She Stoops to Conquer by Oliver Goldsmith is a celebrated 18th-century comedy of manners that masterfully intertwines romance, humor, and satire. The play revolves around the schemes and misunderstandings that arise when young Charles Marlow, awkward around high-born women but confident with those of lower status, mistakes the home of his intended bride, Kate Hardcastle, for an inn. Taking advantage of the confusion, Kate pretends to be a barmaid to win his affection in her own clever way. With its engaging plot, sharp wit, and commentary on social conventions, the play remains a timeless exploration of love, identity, and the follies of human behavior.
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2. ACT THE FOURTH.
  
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Riders to the Sea

by LovelyMay — *Riders to the Sea* by John Millington Synge is a poignant one-act play that portrays a mother's struggle with the relentless loss of family members to the sea, highlighting themes of fate, grief, and the harshness of nature.
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2. Riders to the Sea
  
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