1132 Results with the "Fantasy" genre


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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with a description of the Assembly Hall, a repurposed space in the former Steel Ministry Canton of Finance headquarters. The hall features a stage with seating for Assembly members on one side and a lectern for speakers on the other, facing the Assemblymen rather than the audience. Elend, the king, encourages public attendance at these meetings, though turnout is often sparse. Vin, the protagonist, observes the setup from her seat among the bodyguards at the back of the stage, noting the…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Vin observing the unnatural persistence of the mists in the morning light, a phenomenon that defies logic. As she and her companions travel farther from Luthadel, the mists grow stronger, obscuring the sun and deepening her unease. Vin reflects on the nature of the Deepness, concluding it is not a tangible enemy but a vast, terrifying force that threatens through starvation and fear rather than violence. This realization leaves her grappling with the daunting task of confronting…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The Stone Sky is the explo­sive, Hugo Award-win­ning con­clu­sion to N.K. Jemisin’s ground­break­ing Bro­ken Earth trilogy—the first series in his­to­ry to win three con­sec­u­tive Hugo Awards for Best Nov­el. As the Fifth Season’s apoc­a­lyp­tic dev­as­ta­tion reach­es its peak, the sto­ry con­verges on two women whose choic­es will deter­mine the fate of the Still­ness: ​Essun, the oro­gene moth­er turned rev­o­lu­tion­ary, who must wield the pow­er of the Obelisk…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Daniel navigating the bedtime routine amid his siblings, highlighting the close-knit yet chaotic family dynamics. Despite being thirteen and capable of independence, Daniel is still sought after for comfort and storytelling. A playful coin toss decides which children get his company that night, showcasing the typical sibling negotiations and affections. Carousel’s request for Daniel to recount the story of her premature birth brings a tender moment that underscores the deep bonds…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Susannah grappling with the consequences of her actions, particularly her hurtful words to Laura and the damage she caused to Laura's guitar. Feeling isolated and burdened by guilt, Susannah retreats to a quiet park bench, seeking solace beneath the snow. Her physical discomfort, symbolized by a persistent splinter in her foot, mirrors her internal turmoil. As she sits alone, she anxiously wonders if Laura will reveal her misdeeds to Ruth, suspecting that both women are concerned…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin In this chapter of *The Book of Mo 17*, Mo grapples with feelings of helplessness and guilt following the death of Ms. Hand. He reflects on the futility of his attempts to intervene in the unfolding events and the pervasive influence of Malo Mogge, who seems to wield unchecked power. Mo’s frustration is compounded by his conflicted emotions towards Thomas and Susannah, and his desire to find guidance from Mr. Anabin. However, his hesitation leads him to abandon the plan to petition, opting instead to…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with a vivid portrayal of a morning overshadowed by the unsettling presence of crows, symbolizing an ominous atmosphere that permeates the household. The narrator, Leighton, observes the birds as a metaphor for the tension that lingers with the return of a troubled figure in her life. This return disrupts the fragile normalcy she strives to maintain, especially as she prepares for school, hoping to keep peace despite the underlying turmoil. Leighton’s relationship with her family…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin In the opening of Chapter Thirty-Four, the narrator confronts a poignant moment of denial and acceptance. Upon descending the stairs, they initially avoid noticing the restored window and the vase placed neatly on the coffee table, symbols of a return to normalcy that feel unsettling. Despite the rain, the narrator takes deliberate action to discard the shattered remnants of the vase, an act that signifies letting go of the past and an attempt to move forward amidst emotional turmoil. This sets a tone of…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin In Chapter Sixty-Six of *If These Wings Could Fly*, the protagonist and Liam experience an abrupt disruption at the Winter Formal when Brody confronts them with a harsh rumor about the protagonist’s family. Despite Brody’s antagonistic behavior, Amelia, the student council president, intervenes and successfully removes him from the dance, preserving the atmosphere for the others. This moment reveals underlying tensions within their social circle and highlights the protective bonds forming between the…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin In Chapter 38, the protagonist endures a harrowing scene of forced labor, scrubbing the floors of a grand marble hallway under threat of brutal punishment. She is haunted by the dark ink on her arm and the watchful eye on her palm, symbols of her entrapment and the dangerous bargain she has made with Rhysand. Her physical exertion is intense, and she struggles against the seemingly impossible task of cleaning the filthy floors with inadequate water, feeling the weight of her helplessness and the threat of…
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