824 Results with the "Fiction" genre


    • Shallan’s Sketchbook: Mistspren Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter from *Shallan’s Sketchbook: Mistspren* provides a detailed observation of mistspren, enigmatic beings characterized by their porcelain masks. These masks shimmer translucently in the light, yet remain expressionless and motionless even when the spren speak. The description emphasizes their ethereal and unchanging nature, suggesting a disconnect between their appearance and communication. This portrayal highlights the mistspren’s otherworldly qualities, setting them apart from more familiar,…
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      Miles

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Miles moves through the busy hospital lobby, a heavy sense of worry settling in his chest. His brother Wynton lies in a coma, his condition lingering in a state of uncertainty that has taken a toll on Miles emotionally. To make matters worse, Miles is still reeling from a recent conversation with Dean Richards, who had questioned his academic performance and behavior, making him feel increasingly inadequate. Desiring to escape the overwhelming reality of the hospital, Miles tries to distance himself from…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Acknowledgements in When the World Tips Over offer a heartfelt tribute to the countless individuals and organizations whose contributions played a pivotal role in the completion of the novel. The author begins by likening the arduous process of writing the book to fitting an enormous quilt into a small envelope, highlighting the immense challenge and effort required. It is with deep gratitude that the author thanks the editorial team at Pippin Properties, Inc., specifically acknowledging Holly McGhee,…
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      Chapter Sixteen

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      by testsuphomeAdmin In Chapter Sixteen, Cassian is portrayed as restless and overwhelmed by desire, which disrupts his sleep and distracts him during the morning meal. His physical arousal is intense, leading him to seek relief multiple times during the night. The chapter explores his internal struggle to contain these feelings, especially when he encounters Nesta, whose presence and subtle reactions ignite a fiery tension between them. Cassian’s thoughts reveal his awareness of the unspoken attraction, yet he attempts to…
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      45

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Sazed and Tindwyl continue their research into the Hero of Ages, uncovering new clues from historical texts. Tindwyl discovers a direct reference to the prophecy in the biography of Helenntion, a survivor of the Council of Khlennium, which clarifies that the Hero won’t be Terris. This contrasts with earlier thirdhand accounts, providing a more reliable source. The passage mentions the Rabzeen, a figure some believed was either the Hero or the Conqueror, adding depth to their understanding of the…
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      Chapter 14

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 14: To Janie’s strange eyes, everything in the Everglades was big and new. Big Lake Okechobee, big beans, big cane, big weeds, big everything. Weeds that did well to grow waist high up the state were eight and often ten feet tall down there. Ground so rich that everything went wild. Volunteer cane just taking the place. Dirt roads so rich and black that a half mile of it would have fertilized a Kansas wheat field. Wild cane on either side of the road hiding the rest of the world. People wild…
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      Chapter XXIII

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter XXIII delves deeply into the intricacies of deception and the complex dynamics of family relationships. The central challenge of this chapter revolves around a plan to convince Lill that the group has made a successful call home, when in fact, they have not. The narrator reflects on past events when Bobbi had mimicked Lill's voice to cover for herself at school, using her mother’s stern tone to create plausible stories that could smooth over tricky situations. As they find themselves in a motel,…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin After overeating on catfish and securing some for bait, James and Huck rest before continuing their journey along the river at night. James reflects on the white survivors they escaped, noting their preoccupation with their own survival rather than pursuit. However, he remains wary, knowing his theft of the notebook adds to his list of crimes. The pair walk in silence, James consumed by a newfound anger, its intensity and direction unfamiliar to him. He decides moving inland is safer, but they postpone the…
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      Chapter 23

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with the protagonist accompanying her friend Jordi to buy cigarettes after a shocking revelation. Jordi is incredulous about the protagonist's new arrangement with her husband, Harris, where each is allowed one night of freedom per week without ending their marriage. The protagonist explains she first confessed her desires to a telephotographer, which Jordi calls a "Third Thing"—a Quaker concept allowing indirect communication of difficult truths. The protagonist grapples with the…
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      Chapter 10

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      by testsuphomeAdmin In Chapter 10, the group finds themselves aboard a narrow sailboat, where the captain cautions them about the boat's tipping point, blending humor with caution. The atmosphere is light yet tense, with Marla and Lila embodying contrasting attitudes—Marla skeptical and confrontational, Lila composed and confident. Their interaction quickly shifts to a playful debate over the proper pluralization of a cocktail name, "Vacation in a Cup(s)," highlighting subtle tensions within the group. This moment reflects…
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