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      Wynton

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Wynton stumbles alone through the dark night, weighed down by the emotional and physical scars of his past. Stripped of home, dreams, and friendships, he’s haunted by memories of a brutal assault at the hands of a man named Brian Fuckmutt. As the night weighs heavily on him, thoughts of his father, Theo Fall, drift through his mind, reminding him of the days when they used to discuss jazz music. He drowns in a haze of alcohol and pain, retreating into fragmented visions of his brother Miles, whom he…
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      Dizzy

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Dizzy stood on the porch, her father’s hand tightly grasped in her own, the warmth of the sunlight washing over her, offering a moment of peace she had longed for. For once, her mind was not clouded by worries about her brother Wynton, who remained in a coma, or her own insecurities about fitting in. As she reflected on a story that had always touched her deeply, Dizzy felt a profound sense that something magical was unfolding in her life, a shift from the anxiety that had dominated her thoughts. Yet,…
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      Chapter 16

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      by testsuphomeAdmin In Chapter 16, the protagonist reflects on her recent experiences, finding solace in a warm bath and a comforting moment with Alis, who brushes her damp hair and offers her molten chocolate. This scene highlights a rare moment of relaxation amid ongoing tensions and danger. The protagonist’s thoughts shift to concerns about the faerie border crossings and attacks, raising fears of an impending war that could spill into the human world. Her curiosity about the political situation and the faerie realm’s…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Navani arrives at the scene of a devastating explosion in the tower, which claimed the lives of two expert scholars, Nem and Talnah, and destroyed their laboratory. The blast also obliterated Szeth’s mysterious Voidlight sphere, a relic Gavilar had deemed highly significant. Overwhelmed by guilt, Navani suspects her request to study the sphere may have triggered the catastrophe. As she surveys the wreckage, the gruesome aftermath—including dismembered bodies under five sheets—deepens her unease. She…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with a reflective journal entry describing a mysterious mountain lake with a metallic sheen and an unseen mist creature that attacked a companion, Fedik. The narrator finds grim comfort in the attack, as it confirms their sanity by proving the creature's existence. This eerie prologue sets a tone of foreboding, hinting at supernatural forces at play in the world of the story. Vin and the crew discuss the dire implications of Marsh's capture by the Inquisitors, who now know their plans to…
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      IN EXILE

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      by LovelyMay In Exile introduces a remote Siberian riverside as the setting for a quiet but deeply emotional night, where two exiles—Canny, an older ferryman, and a young Tatar—share warmth from the same fire but not the same outlook. In the stillness, their exchange captures not only their isolation from the world but their contrasting ways of enduring it. Canny, who has long accepted this life of emptiness, speaks without bitterness but also without hope. He insists that wanting nothing leads to peace, suggesting…
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      by LovelyMay The Head-Gardener’s Story begins in a quiet greenhouse on a gentle April morning, where an auction draws together a few gentlemen amid a sea of fresh blooms. A timber merchant, a nobleman, and the narrator exchange remarks about plants, legal matters, and society. Amid them stands Mihail Karlovitch, the self-assured and somewhat eccentric gardener who, though alone in his post, refers to himself with pride as the head of a nonexistent staff. He listens with a quiet eagerness, hoping someone might share…
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      by LovelyMay The Lure That Failed begins with a portrait of a whimsical land, full of colors brighter than any real-world palette and joys untouched by adult concerns. It’s a place where laughter is never forced and no one ever grows tired, hungry, or grumpy. Everything sweet is in endless supply—chocolate and cookies fall like blessings from the sky, and not a single child is told to wait before having more. The sun never sets too early, and bedtime simply doesn’t exist. In this place, puppies play gently,…
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      by LovelyMay Letters to Dead Authors by Andrew Lang is a unique and imaginative collection of fictional letters addressed to great literary figures of the past, such as Shakespeare, Dickens, and Homer. In these witty and reflective letters, Lang pays tribute to their works, explores their influence on literature and culture, and humorously engages with their characters and themes. This charming book is both a celebration of classic literature and a playful meditation on the timeless connection between readers and writers.
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      by LovelyMay Chapter XII begins with Phil Forrest and Little Dimples preparing backstage, their excitement visible in every movement. Tonight, they intend to unveil an entirely new riding routine—a surprise performance that blends familiarity with daring novelty. They’ve practiced late into the night, refining each twist, turn, and leap until their timing felt flawless. The concept of the “brother and sister act” offers a fresh dynamic, breaking away from the usual pairings and adding emotional resonance for…
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