123 Results with the "Drama" genre


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      KATE

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter explores the profound and lingering grief experienced by a family after the loss of Anna, a beloved daughter and sister. The narrator reflects on the absence of rules for mourning, describing how each family member copes differently: the father sees Anna in constellations, the mother searches for signs of her presence, and the narrator blames herself for Anna's death. The pain is raw and unrelenting, disrupting daily life and leaving the family emotionally fractured. The narrator's guilt is…
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      MONDAY BRIAN

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with a firefighter responding to an incinerator fire at Brown University's medical school, where a body has become stuck, causing the blaze. The dean explains that the incinerator is routinely used for anatomical remains after classes. The firefighter, serving as captain, assesses the situation and decides against hosing down the flames, as it could spread biohazardous waste. Instead, he opts to contain the fire and let it burn out, demonstrating his experience and calm under pressure.…
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      THURSDAY BRIAN

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Anna quickly moving into her father's room at the fire station, where the firefighters—Paulie, Caesar, and Red—welcome her with curiosity and protective concern. The narrator, Anna's father, deflects their questions about her sudden arrival, hinting at unresolved family issues. The firefighters' camaraderie and willingness to stand by Anna highlight the station's supportive environment, though the father privately acknowledges that he and his wife, Sara, are the source of Anna's…
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      TUESDAY SARA

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Sara reflecting on the passage of time and how it has changed her husband, Brian. Despite the years and the challenges they’ve faced, she still sees the essence of the man she fell in love with—his resolve, his quiet will, and the familiar features she cherishes. Their relationship is strained, evident in the courtroom setting where they exchange hesitant greetings. Sara’s internal monologue reveals her longing for reconciliation and her regret over how their lives have…
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      WEDNESDAY JESSE

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter introduces Jesse, a rebellious and self-destructive teenager who recalls her childhood fascination with fire, sparked by stealing matches and igniting Jean Nate Bath Splash with her sister Anna. Despite their surface differences, Jesse feels a deep kinship with Anna, seeing her as the only proof of their shared family roots. Jesse’s reckless behavior extends to speeding in her Jeep, fantasizing about fatal crashes, and morbidly pondering the value of her organs. Her nihilistic outlook is…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with a surreal scene where Mrs. Zegna, a woman dressed as an octopus, arrives at the station distraught after losing her home in a fire. Her only remaining belongings are a Halloween costume and a Peter Paul and Mary album collection stored in a locker. The narrator, Brian, offers to connect her with a shelter and assist with insurance, only to learn she has none, as she doesn’t believe in preparing for disaster. This encounter prompts Brian to reflect on his own relationship with…
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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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      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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