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Chapter XI — The Circus Boys on the Mississippi

by LovelyMay — Chapter XI opens in the cramped quarters of the riverboat with Teddy Tucker in a state of mild panic. The prized ostrich egg, which he guarded with great enthusiasm, has vanished from his locked trunk without a trace. Teddy, frustrated and suspicious, scours the cabin while Phil Forrest watches with a measured calm, skeptical of the drama but intrigued by the oddity of the theft. Every item remains undisturbed except for the egg, heightening the mystery. Phil, ever observant, begins mentally cataloging…
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Index

by LovelyMay — In this index, Henri Bergson’s thought reveals not just a shift in philosophical method, but a deeper challenge to how existence itself is interpreted. His work moves beyond traditional structures of logic and categorization, advocating instead for a fluid approach rooted in intuition. While conventional philosophy seeks permanence in form and language, Bergson encourages thinkers to embrace change as the essence of life. His philosophy does not merely complement science—it confronts it. The rigid…
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Chapter IX — The witch and other Stories

by LovelyMay — Chapter IX begins at a moment of quiet devastation, as the household feasts carelessly after young Nikifor’s funeral. The mourners partake in food and chatter as though the grief in the room is no more than background noise. Lipa, whose sorrow is raw and consuming, finally breaks down, only to be dismissed by Aksinya with cold indifference. Her pain is not welcome. The house, once shared in name, now feels entirely alien. Lipa makes her decision to leave for Torguevo, returning to her mother with nothing…
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Chapter V — The woman in the Alcove

by LovelyMay — Chapter V – The woman in the Alcove begins in the hushed aftermath of a night filled with tension and superstition. As the protagonist follows her uncle’s advice and exits the grand gathering, she is unable to suppress a lingering desire to observe the scene once more from afar. Her eyes are drawn to the group surrounding the famed diamond, and there she notices the fixed gaze of Mr. Grey—a man whose focus on the jewel appears too intense to be casual. When a sudden, piercing cry stops all…
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Dolly Dialogues

by LovelyMay — Dolly Dialogues by Anthony Hope is a collection of witty and humorous vignettes, published in 1894, featuring sharp exchanges between the charming Dolly and her admirers. The book captures the nuances of Victorian society and relationships with clever dialogue and satire.
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The Woman Who Tried to Be Good [1913]

by LovelyMay — The Woman Who Tried to Be Good begins with the quiet shock of a town unprepared to witness a woman like Blanche Devine change her life. Her past had been whispered about for years—her name a permanent feature in hushed conversations and sidelong glances. But Blanche, with a will sharpened by solitude and a longing for something gentler, made a bold choice: to become respectable. She sold the house with its closed shutters and secrets, then bought a little white cottage near the edge of town. What…
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The Man Who Hunts and Does Like It

by LovelyMay — In this chapter titled The Man Who Hunts and Does Like It, introduces a thoughtful portrait of a hunter whose relationship with fox-hunting is marked by equal parts passion and perplexity. He is not a novice or a casual participant, but someone deeply committed, whose love for the sport remains strong even as he wrestles with its many trials. His experience highlights a unique paradox: the hunt brings immense joy and yet demands unrelenting sacrifice, testing both his patience and priorities. Weather,…
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Chapter XVI

by testsuphomeAdmin — Chapter XVI begins in August 2014, where New York City serves as the backdrop for Henry’s unexpected sense of peace. Despite the impending knowledge of his end, he finds himself at a rare point of tranquility, which can be traced to his deep connection with Addie. This connection has reshaped his understanding of life and mortality, altering his perceptions of what it means to truly live and to let go. Together, they decide to escape the chaotic energy of the city and immerse themselves in the serene…
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43. A Microscope

by testsuphomeAdmin — A Microscope plays a pivotal role in Chapter 43, set in 1969, where Kya, still recovering from a brutal attack by Chase, finds herself journeying through the marshlands in search of solace. Bruised and swollen from the assault, she is physically marked by the trauma, yet something about the peaceful estuary and the promise of a new discovery draws her in. It is there, amidst the stillness of nature, that she crosses paths with Tate, an old acquaintance who invites her aboard his research vessel to take a…
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Chapter 1: The Weight of Loneliness

by testsuphomeAdmin — Every time he heard the word “Daddy,” Chapter 1 felt like a moment suspended in time, as if he were still a child himself, or perhaps Flora was still young enough to need him in that way. Yet, even as he attempted a reassuring nod or forced a semblance of a smile, he could feel the weight of inadequacy tightening around him—a restless and insidious force that thrived on his every disappointment. No matter how much he tried to silence it, it was always there, whispering reminders of the things he…
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