1132 Results with the "Fantasy" genre


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      Chapter 12

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with the protagonist, Feyre, unsettled by a nightmare and unable to sleep. She wanders the dark halls of the manor, mapping exits and hiding places with rudimentary symbols, as her limited literacy prevents her from writing detailed notes. Her actions reflect her survival instincts and lingering distrust of her faerie surroundings, despite her growing familiarity with the estate. The dim lighting and absence of servants amplify her isolation, though she briefly considers returning to…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Feyre struggles to find a meaningful Solstice gift for Rhysand, feeling conflicted about indulging in shopping while others in the city have so little. Her sister Elain joins her for a walk through Velaris, offering a distraction from Feyre’s earlier tension with Nesta. The festive atmosphere of the city contrasts with Feyre’s guilt over excess, as she admires the decorated streets and bustling vendors. Elain’s presence provides comfort, though both sisters seem to be seeking an escape from the…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Nesta descending an endless stone stairwell, consumed by inner turmoil and physical exhaustion. Her thoughts spiral as she seeks escape from her own mind, yearning for distraction through music or wine. The repetitive motion of descending—marked by her burning handprint and counted steps—becomes a futile attempt to outrun her pain. By the thousandth step, she collapses against the cold stone, momentarily imagining a heartbeat within it, a fleeting comfort before the harsh reality…
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      Chapter Fifty

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Nesta, overwhelmed by guilt and grief, collapses by a mountain lake, unable to contain her anguish any longer. She relives the moment she revealed a painful truth to Feyre, her sister, and the hatred she harbored toward her father before his death. The weight of her actions and her inability to change the past consumes her, leaving her sobbing uncontrollably. When Cassian appears beside her, his presence—steady and warm—only intensifies her emotional turmoil, as she feels unworthy of his…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin A mysterious stranger emerges from the sea onto the shores of Seiiki, described as a "water ghost" in local folklore. Tané, a young woman on the eve of her Choosing Day—a pivotal moment in her life—confronts the outsider with a dagger, torn between fear and curiosity. The moonlight reveals him as a sunburned foreigner, likely abandoned by smugglers, who pleads for help to see the Warlord. Tané realizes her predicament: aiding him would expose her violation of seclusion, a sacred pre-Choosing Day…
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      Thirty-Three

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Niclays and Jannart in Brygstad Palace, stealing moments of intimacy in a room reserved for royal births. Their relationship is clandestine, as Jannart is bound by an arranged marriage, and their love violates the laws of Virtudom. The narrative hints at the tension between their private lives and public duties, especially as Jannart is a close friend of High Prince Edvart, who may turn a blind eye to their affair. The setting is rich with symbolism, from the star-painted ceiling to…
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      Sixty-Five

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Tané awakening in a salmon-colored stone room, her hands bound and the rising jewel taken from her. A shaved-head woman interrogates her about Queen Sabran's ring and the blue jewel, accusing Tané of killing a sister and consorting with a wyrm—a crime punishable by death. Tané, trained to withstand torture, remains silent but demands to speak only with Chassar uq-Ispad. The woman leaves, and Tané reflects on her dragon Nayimathun's escape, clinging to hope despite her dire…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Eshonai examining a trapped painspren in a topaz gemstone, noting its unnatural orange glow and pondering the spren's distress. Her sister Venli, who has grown increasingly confident, reveals she learned this technique from humans. Venli sits among the elders, suggesting the trapped spren could unlock warform, a controversial but potentially useful form. The elders debate the implications, with Klade noting it aligns with their rights, while Gangnah expresses frustration over the…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with a haunting reflection on mortality and the consequences of meddling with unknown powers, setting a somber tone. Teft, a central character, awakens disoriented and initially assumes he has relapsed into his old addiction, only to realize he has remained sober for seven months—a personal milestone. His self-loathing begins to fade as he sees the joy in his friends Dabbid and Rlain, reinforcing his commitment to his oaths. Despite physical pain, Teft finds strength in the love and…
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      A Nest of Mice

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter "A Nest of Mice" from *A Nest of Mice* opens with a haunting incantation, listing ingredients like bayberry, adder's fang, and owl's eye, suggesting a spell meant for both noble and sinister purposes. The narrator, Nicholina, reflects on the grimoire's promise of companionship, emphasizing the communal nature of mice who thrive together in safe, magical spaces. However, the tone shifts as the narrator's fingers gouge the parchment, revealing an obsession with death and a defiance of its…
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