853 Results with the "Fiction" genre


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      Chapter 15

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with a tense confrontation between the protagonist and four naga—nightmarish, serpentine creatures with humanoid features and deadly talons. These beings, known for tormenting mortals, fixate on both the protagonist and the captured Suriel, viewing them as prey. As the naga taunt and advance, the protagonist calculates her limited options, armed with only a bow and nine arrows. The scene crackles with danger as she backs away, her trembling arm drawing the bowstring while the creatures…
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      CHAPTER 31

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with the protagonist analyzing clues about Toby's captor, noting he is elderly, uses their full name, and enjoys riddles and games. This description eerily matches the late billionaire Tobias Hawthorne, though he has been dead for a year. The group, including Grayson, Jameson, and Eve, discusses the captor's pattern of leaving decipherable clues in earlier deliveries, suggesting the current situation is part of a larger, more complex riddle. They focus on finding hidden details in the…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Kaladin's internal struggle as he arrives at Urithiru, burdened by his emotional turmoil. Despite being surrounded by his former Windrunner squires—now jovial and progressing in their Radiant journeys—Kaladin feels isolated and pained by his recent "relegation" from active duty. His attempts to mask his distress with a forced smile fail to convince his companions, particularly perceptive friends like Rock and Syl, who sense his true state. The contrast between the group's…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The Tal­is­man is a mon­u­men­tal dark fan­ta­sy epic that fol­lows ​12-year-old Jack Sawyer​ on a har­row­ing quest across two worlds: our own and the fan­tas­ti­cal ​Ter­ri­to­ries, a par­al­lel realm of mag­ic and mon­sters. When Jack’s dying moth­er reveals the exis­tence of a mys­ti­cal artifact—the ​Tal­is­man—he embarks on a cross-coun­try jour­ney to retrieve it, hop­ing its pow­er can save her life. From the grim alleys of…
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      Miles

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Miles and his dog Sandro find themselves embarking on an unexpected adventure, accompanied by a girl whose presence is marked by the overwhelming scent of flowers. This unanticipated journey begins with an easy flow of conversation, grounded in their shared interest in literature, particularly Steinbeck. While the girl expresses deep admiration for Steinbeck’s works, Miles finds himself more critical, perceiving the author’s style as heavy-handed and didactic. Despite their differing views on…
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      Cassidy

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Cassidy finds herself at a critical juncture in her life, facing the aftermath of a journey that began with hope but quickly descended into disappointment. After leaving Paradise Springs, her once bright expectations of a new chapter in life fade as the reality of their situation sets in. At just fourteen, Cassidy is caught between adolescence and the looming adulthood that requires her to face challenges far too complex for her age. The sight of old photographs showing her mother at eighteen mirrors her…
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      Chapter 12

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter begins with the protagonist’s attempt to regain a sense of control within the unfamiliar and ominous environment of the manor. Haunted by a disturbing nightmare, she meticulously sketches a rough map of her surroundings, marking exits and hiding spots to prepare for potential danger. Her limited literacy compels her to rely on crude symbols, but her instinct for self-preservation drives her to familiarize herself with the house’s layout. This cautious reconnaissance underscores her…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Adolin finds solace in reconnecting with Shallan after their encounter with the starspren, appreciating Ua’pam’s suggestion for alone time. Despite their bond, he reflects on their differing strengths—Shallan excels in deception and artistry, while politics should be his domain as a former heir to the throne. As he prepares for their journey, Adolin loads Gallant, his Ryshadium, musing on the simplicity of a horse’s life compared to human complexities. His thoughts shift to strategy, recalling…
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      29

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with a reflective monologue from the Lord Ruler, expressing his conflicted emotions about Kwaan, a mentor who betrayed him by denouncing him as the Hero of Ages. Despite his anger, the Lord Ruler admits he couldn’t bring himself to execute Kwaan, as the man had been like a father to him. He grapples with Kwaan’s sudden rejection, questioning whether his presence at the Well of Ascension could truly be worse than the destruction wrought by the Deepness. This introspection reveals his…
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      MISERY

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      by LovelyMay Misery settles over Iona Potapov like the snowflakes drifting down on his motionless sledge. He sits hunched and silent, draped in white, waiting on the side of a road already passed by hundreds who never once look his way. The city’s energy contrasts sharply with Iona’s stillness, highlighting the emotional distance he feels from those around him. Though life goes on, it feels irrelevant to him now. Time stretches painfully slow. His son has died recently, and every breath he takes seems heavier in…
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