123 Results with the "Drama" genre


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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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      WEDNESDAY SARA

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens in a hair salon where three pregnant women, including the narrator, discuss baby names. The casual banter contrasts with the narrator's hidden reality—her unborn child was conceived through genetic screening to be a perfect match for her three-year-old daughter, Kate, who suffers from aggressive leukemia. While the other women exchange lighthearted naming ideas, the narrator reflects on how she hasn't chosen a name, having focused solely on her baby's potential to save Kate's life. This…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with a surreal yet poignant 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 collection of albums, highlighting her vulnerability and refusal to live in fear of disaster. The narrator, Brian, offers practical help, but her lack of home insurance underscores her optimistic yet unprepared outlook. This encounter prompts Brian to reflect on his own shifting…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Campbell observing the rain through the apartment's plate glass wall, where his dog, Judge, whines at the falling drops. The weather triggers a nostalgic memory of watching raindrops on his father's car windshield, a moment that once frustrated him but now feels oddly mesmerizing. Despite knowing he should prepare for court, Campbell is drawn into the quiet contemplation of the rain, highlighting his internal conflict between duty and the desire to pause. Julia interrupts his…
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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 this with his attempts to teach his kids about atomic fusion. Their exchange highlights the interplay between wonder and logic, culminating in Brian's…
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      MONDAY SARA

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Kate, a 14-year-old leukemia patient, meeting Taylor Ambrose, a 16-year-old boy undergoing chemotherapy, during their hospital treatments. Their playful banter about their conditions and hospital life reveals an instant connection, with Taylor’s humor and confidence drawing Kate out of her usual reserved demeanor. The narrator, likely Kate’s mother, observes their interaction with surprise and joy, noting how Taylor’s presence seems to invigorate Kate. Their exchange ends with…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Plain Truth (2000) by ​Jodi Picoult​ is a ​legal dra­ma​ inter­twined with ​cul­tur­al con­flict and moral dilem­mas. The sto­ry begins when ​18-year-old Katie Fish­er, a mem­ber of an Amish com­mu­ni­ty, is accused of mur­der­ing her new­born baby—a crime she claims she didn’t com­mit because she nev­er knew she was preg­nant. ​Ellie Hath­away, a high-pro­file defense attor­ney from Philadel­phia, reluc­tant­ly takes Katie’s case and moves into…
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      TUESDAY ANNA

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter introduces Anna, a teenager who often fantasizes about belonging to a different family, feeling like an outsider among her parents and siblings. She humorously imagines her "real" parents whisking her away to a luxurious life, yet admits the first person she'd share the news with is her sister Kate. The narrative quickly shifts to reveal Kate's serious health condition—she undergoes frequent dialysis due to kidney failure. Anna describes the mundane yet intimate moments during Kate's…
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