1164 Results with the "Adventure Fiction" genre


    • Chapter Thirty-One Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Tobias, seeking escape from the judgmental atmosphere of the dormitory, retreats to the control room to observe the city through surveillance screens. He watches the factionless moving through Erudite headquarters, their routines marked by old habits and new alliances. His attention is drawn to a screen showing Marcus, his estranged father, waiting outside the Hancock building. The tension escalates as Johanna Reyes arrives, refusing Marcus’s handshake and confronting him with cold disdain. Tobias, along…
    • Gregor the Overlander Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin In Gre­gor the Over­lan­der, ​Gre­gor, an ordi­nary 11-year-old boy from New York City, is thrust into an extra­or­di­nary adven­ture when he and his tod­dler sis­ter, ​Boots, fall through a laun­dry grate into the ​Under­land—a hid­den world beneath the city. This sub­ter­ranean realm is home to giant ​rats, bats, cock­roach­es, and pale, vio­let-eyed humans who live in the under­ground king­dom of ​Regalia. When Gre­gor arrives, he…
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    • Chapter VII — The circus boys on the flying Rings Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter VII opens with Phil Forrest sprinting through the streets, fresh from his unexpected act of bravery earlier in the day. His clothes torn and dusty from the incident, he rushes home to change, eager to return before the circus begins. Mrs. Cahill meets him with concern but pride, insisting he wear his best and praising him for his courage. The moment feels monumental—not only had he saved someone, but he now held the attention and respect of an entire community. With his heart pounding from more…
    • Chapter XV — The Circus Boys on the Mississippi Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter XV begins with what seems like a peaceful evening aboard the “Marie,” as the Sparling circus fleet floats smoothly down the Mississippi. The stillness is deceptive, concealing the storm of confusion about to unfold. While most of the crew remains alert, Teddy snoozes soundly, oblivious to the turmoil he unknowingly helped ignite earlier. Tension brews quietly in the pilot house, where Mr. Cummings fumes over a previous encounter with Teddy that bruised his pride. His frustration festers into…
    • Chapter 5 — Treason Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter 5 - Treason begins with a sense of calculated betrayal, as von Horn’s internal loyalties shift entirely toward his personal ambitions. No longer seeing himself as a mere assistant, he targets Virginia Maxon with manipulative concern, suggesting her father has lost touch with sanity. Her growing curiosity toward Number Thirteen unsettles him deeply, especially when she expresses admiration for the being who once saved her life. This emotional distance between them fuels von Horn’s resentment and…
    • Chapter XX — The circus boys in dixie Land Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter XX begins with a detour that becomes far more than just a disruption to the circus schedule. After rough weather forces a change of plans, the circus finds itself paused along the tracks near St. Charles, Louisiana. The stop is brief, but not uneventful. Marie, the ever-curious Fat Lady of the troupe, wanders off to admire some nearby flowers, unaware that her fascination would land her in trouble. She stumbles near the edge of an embankment and, before she can react, begins sliding toward a muddy…
    • CHAPTER V — Tom Swift and His Electric Locomotive Cover
      by LovelyMay CHAPTER V – Tom Swift and His Electric Locomotive shifts focus from industrial invention to the quirky and personal troubles of a close friend. Mr. Damon, a man known for his eccentric expressions and good-natured personality, finds himself the target of a rather unusual string of thefts. His prized buff Orpington chickens, especially a distinguished cockerel named Blue Ribbon Junior, have attracted the attention of relentless burglars. Despite installing barbed wire and providing his servant with a…
    • CHAPTER XII ‑The Circus Boys Across the Continent Cover
      by LovelyMay CHAPTER XII - The Circus Boys Across the Continent introduces a new layer to Teddy Tucker’s circus life as he stumbles into the unpredictable world of clowning. The decision stems from a mix of curiosity and encouragement, particularly from the Iron-Jawed Man, whose suggestion sparks Teddy’s interest in trying something new. Now two weeks into the tour, the circus is running smoothly, and Teddy, already excelling in the flying rings act with Phil Forrest, seeks to expand his talents further. He boldly…
    • Chapter 21 —  If Love Were All! Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter 21 – If Love Were All! begins with Rudolf Rassendyll reflecting in quiet solitude, occupying the very chamber once used to imprison the King of Ruritania. The castle, now still after the chaos it once harbored, echoes with the memory of sacrifice, deception, and hard-won triumph. The room’s silence sharpens Rassendyll’s awareness of what has passed—his masquerade as the King, the danger he embraced, and the emotional turmoil he endured. Though the kingdom is finally at peace, the man who…
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      Chapter Five Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin In Chapter Five, the scene opens with Nesta at the dining table in the House of Wind, resisting her breakfast as she grapples with lingering fatigue and emotional turmoil. Cassian, displaying typical bluntness, insists she eat to maintain her energy, emphasizing the importance of steady nourishment over temporary fixes like sugar. Their interaction is tinged with underlying tension, as Nesta’s reluctance and frustration reveal her resistance to the structured routines imposed on her. Cassian’s…
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