853 Results with the "Fiction" genre


    • The Assassin and the Desert Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin In The Assas­sin and the Desert, Celae­na Sar­doth­ien, Adar­lan’s most noto­ri­ous assas­sin, is sent to the Red Desert as pun­ish­ment for defy­ing her mas­ter.There, at the fortress of the Silent Assas­sins, she must prove her loy­al­ty and learn new dead­ly skills to reclaim her hon­or.As Celae­na trains under the Silent Mas­ter, she encoun­ters treach­ery, hid­den dan­gers, and the harsh truths about trust and sur­vival.This…
      Adventure Fiction • Fantasy • Fantasy • Fiction • Young Adult
    • That’s Marriage [1917] Cover
      by LovelyMay That's Marriage begins in an ordinary kitchen, with a cold cup of coffee and a remark that surprises them both. Terry’s half-laugh, half-sob response to Orville’s observation isn’t just about the coffee—it’s about something that’s been quietly missing between them. That he noticed at all seems unbelievable to her. After all, marriage has a way of dulling the edges, of turning attentiveness into routine, and love into assumption. But in that moment, something breaks open. A simple gesture…
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      Thais

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      by LovelyMay Thaïs by Anatole France is a captivating novel that follows Paphnutius, an ascetic monk, as he attempts to convert the beautiful courtesan Thaïs to a life of spiritual devotion. Set in ancient Egypt, the story delves into the conflict between spiritual zeal and earthly desires, offering a poignant exploration of faith, love, and the complexities of redemption.
      Fiction • Novel
    • Tales of Troy Cover
      by LovelyMay Tales of Troy by Andrew Lang is a retelling of the ancient Greek myths surrounding the Trojan War, including the stories of heroes like Achilles, Hector, and Odysseus, as well as the legendary events leading up to and following the fall of Troy, presented in a captivating and accessible narrative style for young readers.
    • Strange, But True Cover
      by LovelyMay Strange, But True begins in the unlikely setting of a quiet luncheon between the narrator and his usually exuberant cousin, George. The change in George's demeanor is immediate—gone is the boyish humor, replaced by a kind of tragic introspection that puzzles the narrator. As they take a walk through the Oxford Park, George confesses to being hopelessly in love, though his declaration carries more despair than joy. He likens the condition to being trapped in “Hades,” yet he admits he would not trade…
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      SORROW

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      by LovelyMay Sorrow weighs heavily on the journey of Grigory Petrov, a man long dismissed for his foolish ways but remembered for his skilled hands. On a bitter, snow-filled night, he guides a rickety sleigh through a storm, his wife Matryona slumped silently beside him. The wind cuts through layers of clothing, yet Grigory speaks to her with a mix of forced optimism and quiet desperation. His words fall into the howling white void, unanswered. He tells her the doctor will surely help. But under his breath, there’s…
    • Small Great Things Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Small Great Things by ​Jodi Picoult​ (2016) is a grip­ping nov­el that explores ​racism, priv­i­lege, and jus­tice​ in mod­ern Amer­i­ca. The sto­ry fol­lows ​Ruth Jef­fer­son, an expe­ri­enced Black labor and deliv­ery nurse, who is for­bid­den from car­ing for a new­born after the white suprema­cist par­ents request “no African Amer­i­can staff.” When the baby goes into car­diac arrest and Ruth hes­i­tates to inter­vene, she is charged…
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      SMALL FRY

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      by LovelyMay Small Fry begins with Nevyrazimov hunched over his desk, trying to compose a simple Easter greeting while the room offers him nothing but the sound of footsteps and the scuttling of a cockroach. The quiet around him is not peace but a kind of dull weight pressing against his spirit. He knows that beyond the walls, the world is full of light, church bells, and people in motion, all caught up in the warmth of celebration. His pen moves slowly, as though even his thoughts are stuck in the same dull loop as…
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      Signs

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      by LovelyMay Signs of Christmas begin long before the date arrives, not with decorations or carols, but in how children start to act. Suddenly, the same hands that once resisted chores now tidy shoes and fold blankets without being asked. Whispers of Santa’s watchful eyes transform everyday defiance into obedience, as if the holiday has cast a gentle spell over the house. Parents notice this shift not in grand gestures, but in small acts of kindness and cooperation. Children become generous with smiles and quick to…
      Fiction • Poetry
    • Shallan’s Sketchbook: Mistspren Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter from *Shallan’s Sketchbook: Mistspren* provides a detailed observation of mistspren, enigmatic beings characterized by their porcelain masks. These masks shimmer translucently in the light, yet remain expressionless and motionless even when the spren speak. The description emphasizes their ethereal and unchanging nature, suggesting a disconnect between their appearance and communication. This portrayal highlights the mistspren’s otherworldly qualities, setting them apart from more familiar,…
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