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Part IV — Buttered Side Down

by LovelyMay — Part IV begins in a small Midwestern town just as Ivy Keller returns from finishing school, filled with polished manners and romantic daydreams shaped by poetry and novels. Her days stretch long and uneventful until she notices Rudie Schlachweiler, the town's celebrated pitcher. With his square jaw and local fame, Rudie quickly becomes more than a passing interest. Ivy, once indifferent to baseball, finds herself at every game, learning the rhythms of the sport just to watch him pitch. Her admiration…
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Chapter V — The Circus Boys on the Mississippi

by LovelyMay — Chapter V begins with an unusual command from Mr. Sparling, the circus owner, instructing all performers to pack up and prepare for a new form of travel. Phil and Teddy, intrigued by the secrecy, are invited to walk with him through the quiet streets of town. The tension builds as they move away from the familiar circus lot, their curiosity sharpened by the hush among the performers and the unusual lack of fanfare. Upon reaching the riverbank, they are met with an unexpected sight: three bright yellow…
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Chapter IV — Critique of Language

by LovelyMay — Chapter IV offers a striking departure from traditional philosophical thought by challenging how we perceive and interpret reality. Henri Bergson insists that what we commonly call perception is not simply a private mental image but a direct connection with the real world. However, our practical needs limit this connection, pushing us to filter and simplify what we experience. What reaches our awareness is only a fraction of what exists, trimmed by usefulness and habit. In this sense, ordinary perception…
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Chapter V — The witch and other Stories

by LovelyMay — Chapter V introduces a moment of deceptive calm where routine and relationships mask deeper undercurrents. Lipa, once weighed down by silence, begins to blossom as the household breathes without Anisim’s tense presence. Her chores, once dull and draining, are now performed with surprising energy, and her worn-out petticoat twirls lightly as she scrubs the stairs and hums. The transformation in her demeanor feels almost like a silent rebellion against the control that once silenced her. Her face, usually…
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Chapter III — The woman in the Alcove

by LovelyMay — Chapter III – The woman in the Alcove begins in a moment of pure disbelief for the narrator, whose world is upended by a shocking discovery. A priceless diamond—linked to a sensational murder—is found tucked inside gloves lying in her own handbag. Stunned and nearly breathless, she insists she has no idea how the jewel ended up there. The inspector’s demeanor is calm yet serious as he questions her. Though he does not voice outright accusation, the implications are clear. Someone placed the gloves…
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A Liberal Education

by LovelyMay — A Liberal Education opens with Dolly Foster observing Phil Meadows, now a polished member of society, pass her by on the Row without the slightest nod of recognition. This moment stirs a reflective irritation in her, as she recounts to Mr. Carter how, just a few years earlier, he was a socially awkward and hopeless figure. Meadows once carried an unrolled umbrella and a brown paper parcel, wore ill-fitting clothes, and approached life with a sense of grim earnestness. He neither smoked nor drank, and his…
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Farmer in the Dell [1919]

by LovelyMay — Farmer in the Dell opens with Ben Westerveld quietly enduring a life he never wanted. Once a prosperous and hard-working farmer in southern Illinois, Ben has now retired to the city, pushed by his wife Bella's desire for a more modern lifestyle. In Chicago, surrounded by brick and noise, he finds himself restless and increasingly out of place. Though financially secure, his days are empty, stripped of the purpose and pride that came with managing his own land. While Bella thrives on shopping trips and…
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The Man Who Hunts and Never Jumps

by LovelyMay — In this chapter titled The Man Who Hunts and Never Jumps, introduces a refreshing re-evaluation of a widely held belief about fox-hunting: that leaping over formidable barriers is a mandatory badge of honor. The chapter begins by unraveling the common misconception—especially among those unfamiliar with the sport—that the essence of hunting lies in fearless jumps over hedges, stone walls, and five-barred gates. Yet the reality on the field paints a more nuanced picture. Many seasoned hunters approach…
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Chapter XIX

by testsuphomeAdmin — Chapter XIX marks a critical and transformative moment in Addie’s life, set against the backdrop of New York City in September 2014. After years of being caught in a tumultuous web of emotions involving Luc, a being from the darkness, and the passionate love she shares with Henry, Addie finds herself standing on the threshold of monumental decisions. The city, alive with its incessant pulse and energy, mirrors the unrest brewing within Addie’s heart. As the night deepens and the city quiets around her,…
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43. A Microscope

by testsuphomeAdmin — A Microscope plays a pivotal role in Chapter 43, set in 1969, where Kya, still recovering from a brutal attack by Chase, finds herself journeying through the marshlands in search of solace. Bruised and swollen from the assault, she is physically marked by the trauma, yet something about the peaceful estuary and the promise of a new discovery draws her in. It is there, amidst the stillness of nature, that she crosses paths with Tate, an old acquaintance who invites her aboard his research vessel to take a…
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