424 Results with the "Fiction" genre
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CHAPTER IX ‑Frivolous Cupid
In the serene twilight of an English meadow, Hilda and a youthful Harry Sterling share a fleeting, yet passionately regrettable moment. As Harry impulsively kisses her, Hilda is left wrestling with a storm of emotions, ranging from guilt to a troubled fascination, acknowledging the profound inappropriateness of the moment given their disparate ages and her own marital status. This episode is swiftly overshadowed by the seemingly innocuous domesticity of her home, where her husband, Mr. Mortimer, remains…-
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In Chapter IX of "The Circus Boys On the Mississippi," trouble unfolds when Teddy, one of the circus boys, is flung by a bull named Jupiter, causing alarm among the circus crew. Mr. Sparling, the show owner, is panicked and mobilizes a search for Teddy, fearing he might have fallen into the Mississippi River. Simultaneously, Mr. Kennedy is dealing with the anxious elephants on the circus boat named "Marie," especially as the gangway to the ship is lost and floating down the river. A boat is quickly…
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Chapter IX
Chapter IX, On the evening of April 7, 1952, in Los Angeles, Addie and Max find themselves wrapped in a day that unfolds with a surprising charm, beginning with an unanticipated encounter outside the Wilshire. Their journey together takes them through the city, from quaint tea shops to art museums, as they share a series of spontaneous moments that build an unexpected connection between them. Addie, ever the enigma, claims that it’s her birthday, a statement she quickly admits is a lie, spun to provoke a…-
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Chapter IX
Chapter IX opens with the group aboard a bus heading deeper into Nebraska, an environment thick with tension and the emotional weight of the journey ahead. Fish and the narrator exchange subtle but telling glances, communicating their shared anxiety without words. The unease between them is tangible, as both are clearly struggling to process the overwhelming stress of their situation. In contrast, Bobbi sits undisturbed by the rising tension, lounging casually on a cot, comfortably chewing on Bubble Tape…-
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CHAPTER IV. The Choice
Luck transformed the fortunes of Link Ferris and his faithful dog, Chum, transforming their once mortgage-stricken and isolated farm into a beacon of prosperity in just three years. This attracted the community's attention, including Dorcas Chatham, with whom Link, an improved and happier man, fell deeply in love. Despite their budding romance, Dorcas's aversion to dogs, stemming from a childhood incident, presented a stark ultimatum: Link must choose between her and Chum. The loyal collie, sensing his… -
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CHAPTER IV. Hero-Stuff
In "Hero-Stuff," the fourth chapter of "Further Adventures of Lad," the harmony of Lad's life at the Place is disrupted when the Master, believing Lad would benefit from a companion, introduces a collie puppy named Lady, igniting a series of profound changes for Lad. Initially, Lad's serene existence is marred by loneliness, not for his lack until Lady's arrival, but rather due to the unexpected consequences of her presence, illuminating the complexity of companionship beyond mere togetherness. The…-
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CHAPTER IV ‑Frivolous Cupid
Chapter IV of "Frivolous Cupid" by Anthony Hope introduces us to a dynamic gathering at Poltons, emphasizing the intricate relationships formed within a circle of friends, particularly between the narrator, Miss Audrey Liston, a budding author with a penchant for drawing her characters from real life, and their mutual acquaintances, Sir Gilbert Chillington and Miss Pamela Myles. The narrative is laced with literary banter, the nuances of creative inspiration, and the complexities of human relationships, as…-
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In Chapter IV of "The Circus Boys On the Mississippi," titled "Their Curiosity Aroused," Mr. Sparling engages in a light-hearted yet mysterious conversation with Phil, one of the Circus Boys. Mr. Sparling teases Phil about the circus's secret travel plans, which he's been keeping under wraps even from his closest show associates, including Phil. The dialogue reveals Mr. Sparling's significant trust and reliance on Phil's judgment, hinting at the boy's growing importance within the circus…
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Chapter IV
Chapter IV opens with Miss Rosemary bringing up the idea of celebrating Mibs’ thirteenth birthday, an innocent comment that quickly escalates into an uncomfortable conversation. The atmosphere at the table becomes tense as the family’s usual excitement for birthday celebrations clashes with an unspoken tradition within the Beaumont family: thirteenth birthdays are typically private, low-key affairs. Mibs' brother, Fish, visibly tenses at the thought of a party, his discomfort suggesting deeper feelings…-
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CHAPTER III. The Ordeal
"To give him back to you," explained the girl. "Cavalier--or Chum or whatever you prefer to call him--is yours. I can't take from you the only friend you have. Please don't make it harder by refusing to understand. I want you to have him, with my blessing. And—please take this," she added, handing Link a bulky envelope. "You won it. We have no right to it. It's the prize money and the cup too. They’re yours. And Chum is yours.” Ferris, overcome, could only stare from the girl to Gault and back to… - Previous 1 … 27 28 29 … 43 Next
