820 Results with the "Fiction" genre


    • A Portion of the Southern Sea of Souls Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter presents a detailed map titled *A Portion of the Southern Sea of Souls*, featuring a series of poetic and enigmatic locations such as the *Basin of the Veiled Sun*, *Nohadon’s Stairways*, and *The Radiant Depths*. These names evoke a sense of grandeur and mystery, suggesting a realm steeped in myth and history. Accompanying annotations by a figure named Nazh add a layer of casual commentary, contrasting the lofty place names with humorous or mundane observations. For instance, Nazh quips…
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      Wynton

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Wynton, a young musician carrying the weight of his past, finds himself haunted by the ghostly echoes of his father’s trumpet. The sound of it lingers in his mind like a distant, unfulfilled promise, guiding him toward moments of introspection and deep longing. In an effort to reconnect with something greater than himself, he often takes his violin to secluded places—meadows bathed in golden sunlight, hilltops brushed by the wind, and quiet creeks where the water hums in harmony with his strings. His…
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      Cassidy

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Cassidy’s life has been shaped by the tension between her internal desires for a sense of belonging and the harsh realities of her fractured relationship with her mother, Marigold. Living in a series of RV parks, Cassidy seeks solace in an idealized version of life she finds through online videos about family dynamics and animal rescues. The sanctuary she seeks in these videos serves as a stark contrast to her life at home, where her mother’s struggles with alcoholism and emotional neglect define the…
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      Chapter 13

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      by testsuphomeAdmin In Chapter 13 of "A Court of Thorns and Roses," Tamlin demonstrates his formidable magical abilities, effortlessly summoning hundreds of candles and transforming his sentries into wolves, indicating his considerable power despite the blight affecting Prythian. The scene shifts to the protagonist's observation of the opulent study, a space filled with books and luxury, which contrasts with her internal struggle. She grapples with feelings of guilt and helplessness, especially regarding her limited literacy,…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter from *Shallan’s Sketchbook: Honorspren* provides a detailed exploration of the honorspren, a group of Radiant spren distinguished by their humanlike societal structure and hierarchy. Among all spren, they are noted for their organized ranks, which mirror human civilizations. However, their population suffered greatly during the Recreance, leaving only a fraction of their original numbers. Many deadeye honorspren now wander the bead seas, their presence a haunting reminder of their diminished…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Vin returns to the Venture ballroom, struck by its unparalleled grandeur compared to other noble keeps. The hall’s perfection seems exaggerated, with immaculate tablecloths, sharp servant uniforms, and hazekillers replacing regular guards. The atmosphere feels unusually heightened, and Vin notices an unexpected surge in attendance, with nobles dressed in their finest. Sensing something amiss, she confides in Sazed, who agrees to investigate further by attending the stewards’ dinner early. Vin decides…
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      MISERY

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      by LovelyMay Misery settles over Iona Potapov like the snowflakes drifting down on his motionless sledge. He sits hunched and silent, draped in white, waiting on the side of a road already passed by hundreds who never once look his way. The city’s energy contrasts sharply with Iona’s stillness, highlighting the emotional distance he feels from those around him. Though life goes on, it feels irrelevant to him now. Time stretches painfully slow. His son has died recently, and every breath he takes seems heavier in…
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      The Day of Days

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      by LovelyMay The Day of Days arrives quietly but carries a joy that children never forget. It begins with the hopeful glance outside, barefoot dreams dancing in young minds as warm breezes signal winter’s retreat. Shoes become a burden, socks a nuisance, and the long-awaited plea—“Can we go barefoot now?”—echoes with the confidence that spring has finally won. Mothers hesitate, instinctively protective, but the sun’s persistence softens their concern. Permission is granted not with ceremony but with a…
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    • by LovelyMay Chapter III – The Ordeal captures a moment when the weight of hope, pride, and quiet suffering collides with an unexpected act of compassion. Link Ferris, braced for loss, stood frozen as the girl’s words unraveled the tension gripping his chest. What began as a contest for Chum had become something deeper—a trial of love, loyalty, and quiet sacrifice. The girl, graceful in her humility, acknowledged what Link had earned not through competition, but through heart. Her voice, trembling yet resolute,…
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      by LovelyMay Letter to Lord Byron begins with a spirited nod to your reputation—grand, scandalous, and still undecided in the hands of modern critics. The pen that writes to you carries both admiration and a grin, acknowledging that no figure in English letters has divided taste with such drama. Where Leigh Hunt once addressed you as “noble,” this letter does so with a blend of respect and irreverence, much like your own poetry—bold in tone, layered in intent. In the drawing rooms of your time, and now in…
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