822 Results with the "Fiction" genre


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      Chapter 13

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter delves into the protagonist's emotional turmoil and strained relationship with her partner, Harris. She struggles to conceal her inner chaos, particularly her unresolved feelings for someone named Davey, while maintaining a facade of normalcy. Harris senses her distress, mistaking it for post-travel fatigue, but the protagonist deflects with a lie about menopause to avoid confrontation. This deception temporarily garners sympathy, creating a fragile moment of connection, though the underlying…
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      Chapter 12

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with the protagonist driving home after an extended absence, consumed by anxiety about reintegrating into her domestic life. She obsesses over trivial details like the car's cleanliness and fabricates a neck injury to explain her strained demeanor. Her internal monologue reveals she’s been hiding a secret affair with a Hertz employee instead of traveling to New York as claimed. The familiarity of her neighborhood feels surreal, and a brief interaction with her neighbor Ken highlights…
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      Chapter 11

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with an intimate conversation between the narrator and Davey, who shares a vivid sex dream about Aaron Bannister, a kind-hearted boy from his high school. Davey describes the dream with surprising openness, including explicit details, which contrasts with the narrator’s past experiences with older men who avoided admitting to such fantasies. The narrator reflects on generational differences, noting how Davey’s comfort with discussing gay eroticism highlights a cultural shift. Their…
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      Chapter 10

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with the narrator traveling from Pennsylvania to Indiana, reflecting on her journey while anticipating a day with Davey, her lover. They drive into the hills, a secluded spot they hadn’t visited since before an earlier encounter referred to as "the Buccaneer." The setting is idyllic—a sunlit field dotted with tiny flowers—but the ground is uncomfortably prickly, prompting Davey to fetch makeshift bedding. As he returns, the narrator stretches toward the sky, and they share a moment…
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      Chapter 9

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with the narrator waiting at a Hertz rental office, observing Davey interact with customers while feeling possessive and unsettled by his attentiveness to others. Her internal monologue reveals a tension between her professional stature and her current fixation on Davey, which overshadows her sense of self. A gray-haired woman seated beside her cryptically comments on her admiration for Davey’s physique, leading to an awkward exchange. The narrator’s discomfort escalates as the woman,…
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      Chapter 8

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with the narrator arriving early for a meeting, carefully dressed in a low-key but flattering outfit. She spots Davey waiting outside, looking freshly showered and dressed in a skater-style button-down shirt. Their encounter is interrupted by a young couple Davey knows, and the narrator feels awkward as they join the group. The woman in the couple, with long hair and a revealing outfit, seems to judge the narrator’s attire, adding to her discomfort. The group heads inside, where the…
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      Chapter 7

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The protagonist finds herself in a beautifully renovated motel room, yet she feels trapped in a state of emotional limbo. Despite the comfort of her surroundings, she struggles with a sense of displacement, neither at home nor fully present in her new location. She questions her purpose there, wondering if she should channel her energy into work, but feels uninspired and isolated. Her only sustenance is trail mix, and her communication with Harris, who expresses relief at her safe arrival, underscores her…
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      Chapter 6

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with the protagonist lying motionless in a hotel bed, savoring the rare absence of responsibility. Freed from the daily demands of parenting—making meals,催促孩子穿鞋刷牙—she embraces the weightlessness of solitude. Her reverie is interrupted by a housekeeper named Helen, who informs her she’s overdue for checkout. Unfazed, the protagonist opts to pay for another day, declining housekeeping services. This scene underscores her deliberate withdrawal from routine and her…
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      Chapter 5

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with the narrator embarking on a drive through familiar Los Angeles areas, initially feeling mundane but gradually becoming aware of the weight of solitary travel. They distract themselves with music and snacks, hesitating to start an audiobook too soon. The isolation prompts introspection, and an unexpected call from their father interrupts the monotony. Their father, using a loaner phone, launches into an eccentric monologue about his "new soul"—a metaphysical concept where his…
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      Chapter 4

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter details the narrator's meticulous preparations for a cross-country road trip from California to New York, spanning six days each way. They outline a precise route, including stops in Las Vegas, Zion National Park, and Salina, Utah, with plans to stay at the Carlyle in New York. Practical concerns like cruise control, PowerBars for efficiency, and audiobooks for entertainment are weighed against anxieties about fatigue and safety. The narrator’s to-do list grows with items like car inspections…
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