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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter III begins with Henry, full of curiosity and intrigue, observing Addie as she demonstrates an unexpected expertise at the pinball machine during their evening out in the vibrant, bustling streets of New York City. Despite her initial admission of never having played the game before, Addie defies expectations by racking up an impressive high score, causing both herself and Henry to be pleasantly shocked. However, in a strange twist, a glitch in the machine results in her name being cut off,…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter II opens with Addie LaRue experiencing an unfamiliar sensation as she eagerly anticipates meeting Henry, something she has not had to contend with in centuries. As the minutes tick by, each one seems to stretch on endlessly, amplifying her growing sense of impatience. Addie, typically someone for whom time has little meaning, finds herself at a rare crossroads of feeling both the weight and the excitement of waiting for someone—a feeling that stands in stark contrast to her usual existence, where…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter I unfolds in the heart of 18th century Paris, where Addie LaRue, a woman bound by the restrictive gender norms of her time, chooses to disguise herself as a man, seeking a brief, but deeply yearned-for, sense of freedom. The weight of societal expectations is a constant burden, but in her disguise, she finds a fleeting release from the constraints of her true self. Addie’s decision to swap her soul for eternal life, a choice that has shackled her to a solitary existence, takes on a dual…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter XIII opens with Addie in Paris on July 29, 1720, as she prepares a modest yet significant dinner in a reclaimed attic she calls her own. This attic, situated atop a dilapidated building, represents her rare attempt at establishing a semblance of normalcy amidst the chaos of her immortal life. Addie, having long been living a life filled with anonymity and pain, has not had a chance to make meaningful connections. Her meal—a simple spread of warm bread, cheese, pork terrine, and wine—seems like…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter XII unfolds with a poignant and emotionally charged evening between Addie and Henry, capturing the complex emotions tied to fleeting moments of connection, paired with the anxiety and anticipation that naturally accompany the beginning of something new and the inevitable endings that follow. As the night progresses, their bond strengthens, and an unspoken understanding between them grows. Both share a reluctance to part ways, their time together filled with a sense of urgency, as if they both…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter XI immerses us in the chaotic energy of Brooklyn on the evening of March 13, 2014, where New York City’s streets pulse with the typical hustle and bustle of nightlife. The local bars are packed with people escaping the mundane routines of daily life, each seeking a form of connection or distraction. Addie LaRue, however, is in a slightly different position as she navigates through the crowded space of the Merchant bar, accompanied by Henry. As the noise of the crowd swells around them, they…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter X takes us to the city of Paris on July 29, 1719, a time and place where Addie, the immortal woman cursed by a devilish pact, finds herself indulging in a rare moment of pleasure. In the opulent and hidden marquis's city house, she embraces the indulgence of luxuries she would never otherwise taste. She savors the rich chocolate, something she rarely allows herself to indulge in, and enjoys the exquisite surroundings of the house that symbolize the sharp contrast between her humble existence and…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter IX begins in the heart of New York City on a crisp evening in March, March 13, 2014, when Addie, who has spent centuries navigating the cruel anonymity of her curse, finds herself unexpectedly crossing paths with Henry outside his bookstore as it shuts for the day. The bustling streets of Brooklyn hum with life, yet Addie feels an acute sense of separation from the world around her. For the first time in years, she feels a fleeting sense of belonging as Henry, a stranger like so many others in her…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter VIII begins on the bustling streets of New York City on March 13, 2014, where Addie LaRue’s life takes an unexpected turn in a humble bookshop that she has frequented for years. In a space filled with scholarly individuals, bright-eyed children, and the everyday hum of people seeking solace in books, Addie becomes transfixed by Henry, a young man with an undeniable presence behind the counter. His effortless charm is revealed through a simple act—brushing his hair back—something so ordinary…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter VII takes us deeper into the mind of Adeline, who stands at the crossroads of her long and solitary existence, torn between the weight of her curse and the call of something greater. The figure that haunts her, the shadow that looms over her immortality, serves as a constant reminder of the price she pays for a life that never ends. This dark presence is more than just a specter; it represents the cost of eternal life—a life where connections are fleeting and memories are forever lost the moment…
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