1132 Results with the "Fantasy" genre


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      Another Pattern

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Reid and Lou emerging from the water after a harrowing ordeal. Lou, who had been lifeless and pale underwater, miraculously revives, her hair regaining its color and her strength returning. Overjoyed, Reid embraces her, laughing and kissing her repeatedly, unable to contain his relief. Lou, now full of energy, jokes about her hunger and their shared history, teasing Reid about his past feelings for her. Their playful banter and affectionate exchanges highlight their deep bond and the…
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      Another Grave

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Célie emerging from the trees in a disguised outfit, wearing Jean Luc’s shirt and a feathered cavalier hat, complete with a trimmed beard. Her attempt at a convincing disguise is met with laughter from Beau, who teases her for looking ridiculous. Nicholina, bound and restrained with blood-coated hands, giggles from the sidelines. Célie defends her choice by citing other women who wear trousers, but Beau dismisses her concerns, leading to a playful yet tense exchange. The group…
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      Angelica

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Reid collapsing into the water, triggering Lou's panic as he struggles to keep them both afloat. The potent scent of magic lingers around Reid, who appears to be in pain despite still breathing. Meanwhile, Morgane also loses consciousness, causing chaos among the Dames Blanches. Josephine seizes the opportunity to command her followers to capture Coco, but the blood witches hesitate to reenter the rippling waters, especially as Coco breaks free from her binds and steps into the lake,…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter "An Insidious Presence" follows Lou, who is trapped in a dark, oppressive void, grappling with an internal struggle between surrender and survival. A sharp, familiar voice interrupts the darkness, urging Lou to wake up and reject the allure of oblivion. The voice insists that Lou has fought too hard to give up now, emphasizing the desire to live rather than fade away. Meanwhile, a sinister chuckle from the darkness tempts Lou to surrender, offering false comfort while intensifying the…
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      All Seven of Us

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Lou narrating how their plan unfolded as intended. Reid Diggory and his wife, the heiress of La Dame des Sorcières, are discovered lifeless on the floor by a hook-nosed sailor. Jean Luc, a Chasseur captain, takes credit for capturing them, boasting of his prowess and motivation—hinting at reclaiming something taken from him. Célie Tremblay, daughter of a viscount, is introduced as a vigilante who pursued the couple. Jean Luc manipulates the sailors' perceptions, portraying her as…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Against All Things End­ing is the penul­ti­mate vol­ume in Stephen R. Donaldson’s decades-span­ning Chron­i­cles of Thomas Covenant, where meta­phys­i­cal despair and frag­ile hope col­lide in the Land’s dark­est hour. As the Worm of the World’ End awak­ens to devour all exis­tence, three bro­ken heroes face impos­si­ble choic­es: ​Thomas Covenant, res­ur­rect­ed as pure wild mag­ic but par­a­lyzed by the para­dox of his own exis­tence ​Lin­den Avery, wield­ing…
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      Acknowledgments

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The acknowledgments section of this book reveals the author's complex relationship with storytelling and the exhaustive process of bringing a narrative to life. The author shares a candid glimpse into their personal struggles, including the fear of forgetting those who have supported them along the way. Amidst these challenges, they highlight the integral role of their support system, particularly emphasizing their father's contribution, who was a sounding board for the initial brainstorming sessions that…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Victoria "V. E." Schwab is a prolific author, crowned with the honor of being a #1 New York Times bestseller. Her literary arsenal spans over a dozen books, marking her territory in the fantastical realms with the acclaimed Shades of Magic series, the gripping Villains series, and the thought-provoking Monsters of Verity duology. Beyond the shelves, Schwab's work has transcended into the prestigious columns of The New York Times, Entertainment Weekly, and The Washington Post, asserting a wide critical…
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      A Single Spark

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Reid and Lou in a tense confrontation as dozens of armed Chasseurs, led by Philippe, surround their cell. Lou, though visibly shaken, masks her fear with bravado, taunting the guards and provoking them with sharp remarks. Reid attempts to temper her defiance, aware of the danger, but Lou continues to challenge the Chasseurs, even as her trembling hands betray her anxiety. Philippe arrives, coldly announcing their impending execution, setting the stage for a high-stakes standoff.…
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      A Simple Favor

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter follows Reid and their companions—Coco, Beau, Nicholina, and Célie—as they search for black pearls in the village of Anchois. Their efforts prove fruitless as they comb through market stalls, encountering superstitious fishermen and growing frustration. Nicholina’s eerie chanting about drowning adds to the tension, while Coco warns of potential Chasseur interference. The group’s desperation mounts as time runs out, and their interactions grow increasingly irritable, culminating in…
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