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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Sartaq and Houlun spending over a week researching ancient maps of the Dagul Fells, preparing for a dangerous mission into the territory of the kharankui (spiders). The maps are vague, as few riders have dared to venture close enough for detailed reconnaissance. The group faces internal conflict when Borte, Houlun’s heir, is ordered to stay behind for the sake of their people’s bloodline. Despite her outrage, Borte reluctantly complies, while Sartaq defiantly insists on joining…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Avery, the protagonist, in the grand library of Hawthorne House, surrounded by reminders of the Hawthorne dynasty. Her lawyer, Alisa Ortega, insists on discussing her upcoming eighteenth birthday and the implications for her massive inheritance. Avery, however, is more focused on a bet with Jameson Hawthorne to uncover hidden passages in the mansion. Her dismissive attitude toward Alisa’s concerns highlights her determination to prioritize the game over her impending wealth and…
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      CHAPTER 33

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with the protagonist acutely aware of the dwindling time—6 hours, 17 minutes, and 9 seconds remaining—as they grapple with mounting pressure and frustration. Despite attempts to clear their mind through fresh air and anonymous charity, no solutions emerge. The tension escalates when Xander receives a call from Max, the protagonist's best friend, who lightens the mood with humor about her bodyguard situation. However, the protagonist feels guilt over endangering those close to them,…
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      14. Voice

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Venli observing the transformed palace at Kholinar, a striking blend of organic and architectural design. The once-boxy human fortress has been reshaped into a grand, conical structure with sweeping arcs and ridges, resembling a plant or crown. Venli reflects on the history and artistry of her people, imagining cities filled with such designs. The palace, rebuilt by the Fused known as the Altered Ones, stands as a testament to the cultural achievements of the singers. Venli’s…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin King of Thorns is the bru­tal and bril­liant sec­ond install­ment in Mark Lawrence’s Bro­ken Empire tril­o­gy, fol­low­ing the infa­mous anti­hero ​Jorg Ancrath​ as he con­sol­i­dates his stolen throne through blood and cun­ning. Years after seiz­ing pow­er in Prince of Thorns, Jorg now rules a frac­tured kingdom—but ene­mies close in from all sides: The ​Prince of Arrow, a gold­en rival com­mand­ing over­whelm­ing forces The ​Dead King, whose necro­man­tic hordes…
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    • CHAPTER X ‑Thuvia, Maid of Mars Cover
      by LovelyMay CHAPTER X – Thuvia, Maid of Mars begins with Carthoris and Thuvia walking side by side through the shadowed forest, their silence unbroken but filled with unspoken trust. Yet, when Carthoris finally attempts to speak, he discovers Thuvia has vanished. The unsettling truth soon reveals itself—he has been the victim of illusion. Jav, the manipulative Lotharian, had used mental projection to make Carthoris believe Thuvia walked with him, while in reality, she was never released. Racing back in fury,…
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      Cassidy

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Cassidy finds herself engulfed in an overwhelming wave of emotions, running blindly through the dense forest, seeking an escape from the burdens weighing on her heart. The night air is crisp, and each breath she takes is shallow as if she is struggling to fill her lungs with something other than the fear and betrayal threatening to consume her. Her feet stumble over uneven terrain, but she doesn’t stop, not until she finds herself in an open meadow, bathed in the soft glow of the moon. Exhausted, she…
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      Chapter 3

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with a vivid description of a snow-covered village, where the protagonist and her sisters, Elain and Nesta, navigate the muddy, trampled road during market day. The scene highlights the bleakness of winter and the modesty of their village life. The protagonist carries hides she plans to sell, hoping to earn enough money to buy something special for her family. The atmosphere is tinged with a sense of routine and hardship, yet there's a hint of hope that good market sales might bring a…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with a tense confrontation among Nesta, Elain, Feyre, and others, centered on the dangerous pursuit of the Cauldron’s remnants. Nesta is alarmed at Elain’s declaration of intent to find the Cauldron herself, recalling past trauma and the risks involved. Elain’s determination is clear, despite Nesta’s warnings rooted in their previous experiences with the Cauldron’s destructive power. Amren explains that because Elain and Nesta are Made by the Cauldron, they possess a unique…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with a reflective passage about Kwaan, an unlikely Terris prophet who discovered the Hero of Terris prophecy. Unlike other solemn philosophers, Kwaan was unconventional, studying whimsical topics like whether trees could think. The narrator muses on the irony of such a man uncovering a world-changing prophecy, setting a tone of fate and unpredictability that contrasts with the chapter’s later events. The narrative shifts to Kelsier, a Mistborn, as he surveils Keep Tekiel under the…
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