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    • Chapter XX — The Circus Boys on the Mississippi Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter XX begins with Teddy Tucker’s unresolved grudge still bubbling from a prank pulled by the circus band, especially the loud, unflinching bass drummer. To settle the score in his own comical style, Teddy arms himself with a bag of lemons, which he bites into dramatically right in front of the musicians. The sour-faced reactions of the band mid-performance are exactly the distraction he wanted, causing a few notes to falter and the rhythm to briefly collapse. Though the audience doesn’t catch on,…
    • Chapter XXI — The Circus Boys on the Mississippi Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter XXI begins with tension and humor mingling on the Mississippi as Teddy Tucker finds himself nursing a sprained wrist after a scuffle with a mischievous baboon. Though temporarily removed from performance duties, his energy remains unshaken. Rather than sulk, he becomes obsessed with the recent theft of his cherished egg—a symbol of comfort and pride. Teddy’s curious nature turns investigative, prompting questions about who might have taken it and why. His interactions with Mr. Sparling reflect…
    • Chapter XXII — The Circus Boys on the Mississippi Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter XXII opens with a quiet moment turned chaotic as Phil Forrest, deep in thought while walking the deck of the steamer "Marie," is abruptly sent overboard. In an instant, the wooden planks beneath his feet vanish, and he is thrust into the cold, dark embrace of the Mississippi River. The fall catches him off guard, but his instincts guide him as he aligns his body midair for a safer impact. Hitting the water knocks the breath out of him, but panic is held at bay. He has trained for danger under the…
    • Chapter XXIII — The Circus Boys on the Mississippi Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter XXIII begins with Phil Forrest stepping onto the deck of the Mississippi steamboat, greeted by clapping passengers still buzzing from his rescue. Wrapped in a borrowed officer’s uniform, Phil receives accolades with grace, his humility drawing more admiration. During breakfast, he gives a brief but earnest speech, sidestepping heroism and turning the spotlight on the Great Sparling Shows. His genuine demeanor adds to the mystique, sparking interest in the circus among river travelers. Reporters…
    • Chapter XXIV — The Circus Boys on the Mississippi Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter XXIV opens with the sharp clang of hooves and the thunder of wheels as chaos erupts in the circus ring. Phil Forrest reacts instantly, vaulting toward a runaway chariot with reckless courage. His arms grasp the reins just in time, steering the horses away from a line of performers. The crowd cheers, unaware of the sabotage that set the disaster in motion. Phil’s uniform is torn beyond repair, but the damage goes deeper—one of the acrobats lies injured, and the chariot’s axle reveals signs of…
    • Frivolous Cupid Cover
      by LovelyMay Frivolous Cupid by Anthony Hope is a charming romantic comedy set in the aristocratic circles of 19th-century England, where the antics of a spirited young woman, her romantic pursuits, and the complications of love and social expectations lead to a series of humorous and heartwarming events.
    • Chapter I — Frivolous Cupid Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter I begins with Harry Sterling’s return to Natterley, where he is no longer the gangly schoolboy the townspeople once knew. He now moves with the quiet confidence of youth on the cusp of adulthood. A cigarette rests between his lips—not smoked with bravado, but with the casualness of someone aware of the image he projects. At the lawn-tennis club, reactions to him vary. Young men nod in quiet approval, while younger boys look on with admiration laced with envy. The girls—older and…
    • Chapter IX — Frivolous Cupid Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter IX begins in the stillness of early evening, where golden light casts soft shadows across the quiet meadows, and Hilda finds herself haunted by a memory that refuses to settle. A kiss, brief and impulsive, shared with young Harry Sterling, has planted itself deeply in her conscience, unsettling her peace. She had not intended to invite affection, and certainly not from someone whose youth and idealism stood in sharp contrast to her mature restraint and married status. Her feelings have become…
    • Chapter X — Frivolous Cupid Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter X opens on a day brushed with sunlight and sea breeze, yet Mrs. Mortimer feels the weight of solitude. Dressed in the subdued shades of mourning, she and her son Johnnie appear almost misplaced amidst Brighton’s color and laughter. Years have passed since she chose to leave Natterley, not merely to be nearer to George’s office, as she had written, but to create distance between her heart and its unresolved past. Proximity to work was the shield; emotional survival was the cause. Her life has…
    • Chapter II — Frivolous Cupid Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter II opens inside the inviting parlor of Colonel Holborow’s residence, where a group of bachelors shares laughter and brandy while recounting personal stories. The room, thick with camaraderie and casual arrogance, becomes the stage for Jack Dexter’s memorable confession. Unlike the others, who told light-hearted tales or excused their singlehood with vague regrets, Dexter's account veers into absurd territory. His attempt to woo Lady Mary Fitzmoine, a woman of grace and social standing, is…
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