123 Results with the "Drama" genre


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      WEDNESDAY SARA

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Judge DeSalvo organizing a visit to the hospital to speak with Kate, who is visibly frail but conscious. Kate engages in playful banter with Jesse, discussing hypothetical celebrity boxing matches, showcasing their close sibling bond. The mood shifts when Sara arrives with Anna and others, causing Kate to tense up. Judge DeSalvo requests a private conversation with Kate, hinting at the gravity of their discussion. Kate’s resigned remark, "it always comes back to me," foreshadows…
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      by LovelyMay Riders to the Sea opens with an atmosphere thick with silence and tension, as two sisters sit in a modest cottage, clutching hope and fear in equal measure. The sea has long been both a provider and a taker in their lives, and now it looms as an invisible antagonist once again. They are waiting for certainty, a final sign regarding the fate of their brother Michael, who was lost to the waves like so many men before him. The priest has sent clothing from Donegal, found on an unidentified body, and the…
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      THURSDAY JULIA

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Julia encountering Brian Fitzgerald, whose car is filled with astronomical charts and star maps, revealing his passion for astronomy. Their conversation shifts to childhood memories of stars, blending whimsical and scientific perspectives—Julia recalls her mother’s angelic explanation for starlight, while Brian humorously contrasts it with his attempts to teach his kids about atomic fusion. Their exchange highlights the interplay between wonder and logic, as Brian explains how…
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      MONDAY SARA

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Kate, a fourteen-year-old leukemia patient, striking up an unexpected conversation with Taylor Ambrose, a sixteen-year-old boy also undergoing treatment. Their banter is lighthearted despite the hospital setting, as they bond over their shared experiences with illness. Taylor’s charm and humor bring out a playful side of Kate that surprises her mother, who narrates the scene. The two exchange phone numbers, leaving Kate exhilarated by the possibility of a connection beyond their…
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      Leaving Time

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Leav­ing Time (2014) by ​Jodi Picoult​ is a ​mys­tery-dri­ven dra­ma​ blend­ing ​grief, mem­o­ry, and the super­nat­ur­al. The sto­ry fol­lows ​13-year-old Jen­na Met­calf, who has spent a decade search­ing for her miss­ing moth­er, ​Alice, a sci­en­tist study­ing ele­phant grief. After her mother’s mys­te­ri­ous dis­ap­pear­ance from an ele­phant sanctuary—following a trag­ic acci­dent involv­ing an ele­phant and Jenna’s father—Jenna hires ​a dis­graced psy­chic​ and ​a retired detec­tive​ to…
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      by LovelyMay Scene I of Act II opens in the Great Chamber at Holyrood, where Queen Mary and Mary Seyton speak under a veil of tension. The Queen, though composed, seems burdened by whispers and unresolved suspicion. She questions Mary Seyton about a possible breach of propriety—something seen or overheard that might reflect poorly on the court. Mary’s reluctance to confirm or deny deepens the Queen’s unease, not because of the court’s gossip, but because of what such secrets might reveal about herself. The…
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      MONDAY BRIAN

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with the narrator, a firefighter, responding to an incinerator fire at Brown University's medical school. The dean explains that the blaze was caused by a large body stuck in the incinerator, a routine disposal method for anatomy class remains. The narrator, cautious and experienced, decides against immediate action, recognizing that water could spread biohazardous waste. Instead, he opts to monitor the fire, understanding that it will eventually burn out on its own. This scene highlights…
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      FRIDAY CAMPBELL

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Campbell Alexander arrives at Providence Hospital with his service dog, Judge, only to be confronted by a hostile security officer who denies them entry. Despite claiming Judge is CPR-certified for his irregular heartbeat, Campbell faces resistance. He seeks out Dr. Peter Bergen, chairman of the medical ethics board, to obtain Anna Fitzgerald's medical records, but Bergen insists the ethics committee has only reviewed Kate Fitzgerald's case. Campbell presses the issue, highlighting Anna's numerous hospital…
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      TUESDAY SARA

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Sara reflecting on her husband Brian's enduring qualities despite the passage of time, comparing their relationship to a pearl formed around irritation. She notes how his steady nature once drew her to him, even as she grapples with the changes in their marriage. The courtroom setting underscores their emotional distance, with Sara yearning to reconnect but struggling to bridge the gap. Her internal monologue reveals a mix of regret and longing, as she questions whether their shared…
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      ACT THE SECOND.

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      by LovelyMay "Act the Second" unfolds a delightful mix of confusion, comedy, and character revelation, with misunderstandings driving the plot deeper into theatrical mischief. Hardcastle’s efforts to coach his servants on how to act in the presence of gentlemen showcase his attempt to maintain social order. However, their bungled attempts at elegance and clumsy behavior set the stage for comic failure. When Marlow and Hastings arrive, they continue under the mistaken belief that they’ve arrived at an inn.…
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