1112 Results with the "Fantasy" genre


    • Chapter Sixty-Six Cover
      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 this chapter, the narrator chooses to leave early, even before the traditional New Year’s Eve fireworks, highlighting the emotional difficulty holidays present for her. She reflects on the unique traditions she shares with Campbell and Juniper, particularly their annual rooftop gathering to watch fireworks over Auburn. Despite the emotional weight of the season, she is determined not to miss this moment. The scene shifts to a quiet, intimate moment as they park near her home, setting a tone of…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with the narrator standing on the edge of a sidewalk, watching Liam drive away into the night. A sense of hope briefly blooms as she allows herself to imagine a future where promises replace uncertainty, and the idea of returning home to Liam brings a genuine smile. This fleeting moment of optimism is sharply contrasted by the sudden eruption of fireworks in the sky, signaling the beginning of New Year's celebrations, yet the narrator is drawn back to the present by an unsettling darkness…
    • Chapter Sixty-Nine Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens in a tense, darkened house where the power has been deliberately cut off as a form of punishment. The narrator is upstairs with two children, Campbell and Juniper, enveloped in silence and fear. The atmosphere is heavy with anxiety, underscored by the ominous absence of light and warmth. The narrator’s internal panic contrasts with the stillness around them, highlighting a desperate need for escape and safety. Thoughts race about finding a phone or a weapon, reflecting the looming…
    • The Book of Mo 3 Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin In this chapter of *The Book of Mo 3*, Mo navigates a day marked by both mundane and surreal moments. After Jenny, humorously dubbed the "fifth rider of the apocalypse," transforms his egg yolks into a hearty breakfast casserole, Mo indulges in an excessive bakery haul before heading to visit friends. Despite the sunny, warm weather and the semblance of normalcy—reflected in his casual clothes and plans—Mo carries the heavy sadness of his grandmother’s passing. This emotional weight contrasts with…
    • The Book of Susannah 3 Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Susannah reflects on her summer and fall spent working at two very different jobs, appreciating the freedom of not being tied to a group or a scholarship program. She balances shifts between the Seasick Blues, a dilapidated motel where the owner Portia emphasizes ambiance over cleanliness to ensure repeat business, and What Hast Thou Ground?, a deliberately unwelcoming café designed to discourage lingering customers. The contrasting atmospheres highlight Susannah’s adaptability and the nuances of her…
    • The Book of Vincent Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Vincent reflecting on a seldom-used picnic area along Cliff Road, a place marked by its unreal atmosphere and absence of genuine connection. Despite its public nature and frequent visitors, the spot feels detached from reality, mirroring the tenuous and ambiguous interaction between Vincent and Mo. Their meeting, initiated through texts, unfolds in a warm December day that seems out of place with the season, further emphasizing the surreal nature of their encounter. Vincent’s…
    • The Book of Love Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin **Kel­ly Link’s debut nov­el, The Book of Love, is a genre-defy­ing blend of fan­ta­sy, com­ing-of-age nar­ra­tive, and explo­ration of love in its many forms. Set in the pecu­liar sea­side town of Lovesend, Mass­a­chu­setts, the sto­ry fol­lows three teenagers—Laura, Daniel, and Mo—who return from the dead under mys­te­ri­ous cir­cum­stances. Guid­ed by their enig­mat­ic music teacher, Mr. Anabin, and a super­nat­ur­al enti­ty named Bogomil, they must…
      Fantasy • Fiction • Literary
    • The Book of Daniel 1 Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Daniel grappling with the surreal nature of his experience of coming back from the dead, a life-altering event he never sought or imagined. He wrestles with the reality of his situation, questioning the involvement of his friends Mo and Susannah, and why Susannah is absent from this strange new reality. Despite his confusion and disbelief, Daniel resolves to move forward, choosing to return home as Laura wishes, seeking comfort in the familiar even as his world feels fundamentally…
    • The Book of Laura 2 Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Laura’s quiet return home, skillfully avoiding creaky stairs and pausing outside her mother Ruth’s bedroom. Despite the comfort of familiar scents and surroundings, Laura feels a deep homesickness, underscored by the absence of any celebratory acknowledgment for her return from death. She contemplates the unsettling idea of manipulating minds to improve the world, reflecting on the ethical ambiguities of such power and its potential to reshape reality according to one’s…
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